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Sri Lanka · A flexible NxVoy holiday

Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa

5 nights across Kandy, Nuwara Eliya tea hills and Bentota beach
Duration
5 nights
Journey
Kandy (2 nights) → Nuwara Eliya (1 night) → Bentota (2 nights)
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Couples
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The journey

Travel from the central highlands to the southern coast on this five-night Sri Lankan journey. Begin in Kandy with visits to the Temple of the Tooth, Pinnawala and vibrant local craft workshops. Head up into the cool hill country of Nuwara Eliya to view tea plantations and waterfalls, before descending to the coast.

Your holiday concludes with two nights in Bentota. Cruise along the mangroves of the Madu River, learn about marine conservation at a turtle hatchery, and explore historic Galle Fort and Hikkaduwa on a full day trip.

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

Start with this itinerary. In your draft, change the stops, stays and activities to suit your holiday.

6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
KandyKandy

Day 1 · Kandy

Arrival and transfer to Kandy via Pinnawala

Meet your English-speaking chauffeur-guide at Bandaranaike Airport and journey towards Kandy. Stop en route at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and visit a local spice garden. Continue to Kandy to visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth. Agree on flight timings before settling into your hotel, enjoying dinner and resting for the night in Kandy.

Meal notes

Dinner included

KandyKandy

Day 2 · Kandy

Kandy crafts, temples and cultural performance

Following breakfast, explore the lively markets of Kandy, the Gem Museum, a batik factory and a traditional wood-carving centre, with exact workshop and show options arranged locally. Head up to Bahirawakanda Temple for elevated views across the city, then pay your respects at the peaceful Kandy War Cemetery. In the evening, attend a traditional Sri Lankan cultural dance performance before returning to your hotel for dinner.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya

Day 3 · Nuwara Eliya

Ramboda Falls, tea estate and Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, check out and take the scenic hill-country drive to Nuwara Eliya. Stop to see Ramboda Falls and visit the Ramboda-area Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, followed by a tour and tea tasting at the Bluefield Tea Factory. Arrive in Nuwara Eliya to visit Victoria Park and Seetha Amman Temple, before spending time by Gregory Lake, where Lakeside paddle boating is available at your own cost. Settle in for dinner and your overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

BentotaBentota

Day 4 · Bentota

Madu River safari and journey to Bentota

Eat breakfast, then depart the hill country for the southwest coast. Stop to visit a Kosgoda-area turtle hatchery and take a boat safari along the Madu River, stopping at a small island temple along the waterways. Arrive in Bentota to relax on the beach, or opt for water sports such as jet skiing, snorkelling or banana boat rides at extra cost. Dinner and overnight are in Bentota.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

BentotaBentota

Day 5 · Bentota

Day trip to Galle Fort and Hikkaduwa

Start with breakfast before heading south on a day excursion. Explore historic Galle Fort and visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda overlooking the sea. Continue to Hikkaduwa Coral Garden, where you can observe marine life and reef formations by snorkelling or from a glass-bottom boat, both optional at extra cost. Reef sightings cannot be guaranteed. Spend the late afternoon relaxing on Hikkaduwa Beach through sunset before returning to Bentota for dinner.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 6 · Bentota

Colombo city sights and departure

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and travel to Colombo. Enjoy a city tour with time to see landmarks such as Independence Memorial Hall or Gangaramaya Temple, along with free time for local cafes and shopping. Your journey concludes with a transfer to Bandaranaike Airport for your flight home.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

This is your starting plan. Available flights, hotels and activity options are checked when you build your draft.

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Places worth exploring

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Temple of the Tooth

Sri Lanka

Victoria Park

Sri Lanka

Gangaramaya Temple

Sri Lanka

Galle Fort

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

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In this holiday plan

  • Accommodation in hotel on double and triple sharing occupancy
  • Meal plan: Breakfast and Dinner
  • All transportation by air-conditioned private vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Fuel, highway tolls, airport paging, parking fees, and chauffeur accommodation
  • All city tours: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota, Galle, and Colombo
  • Free SIM card on arrival (zero credits)
  • Water bottles on arrival
  • Candlelight dinner and honeymoon amenities
  • Visit to Gem Museum
  • Spice garden visit with herbal tea and 15 minutes head and foot massage, plus 20% discount voucher
  • Cultural dance show in Kandy
  • Visits to Batik factory, tea factory, and art and craft factory
  • Local vehicle and travel insurance

Plan for these extras

  • −Cost of personal spending (tips, laundry, mini bar, telephone, fax etc.)
  • −Cost of extra meals and beverages
  • −Entrance tickets
  • −Lunch arrangements outside hotels
  • −Camera and video permits where charged
  • −Medical expenses and comprehensive travel insurance

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Good to know

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Local currencySri Lankan Rupee (Rs)
Your starting price₹32,800

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.

When is the best time to visit Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa?

6 days and 5 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa cover?

Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota?

Temple of the Tooth; Victoria Park; Gangaramaya Temple; Galle Fort; Japanese Peace Pagoda; Hikkaduwa Coral Garden.

Who is Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa best suited to?

Travellers seeking a balanced mix of cultural landmarks, scenic hill landscapes and coastal relaxation.

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa cost?

From ₹32,800 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

Accommodation in hotel on double and triple sharing occupancy; Meal plan: Breakfast and Dinner; All transportation by air-conditioned private vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur guide; Fuel, highway tolls, airport paging, parking fees, and chauffeur accommodation; All city tours: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota, Galle, and Colombo; Free SIM card on arrival (zero credits); Water bottles on arrival; Candlelight dinner and honeymoon amenities. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa?

Cost of personal spending (tips, laundry, mini bar, telephone, fax etc.); Cost of extra meals and beverages; Entrance tickets; Lunch arrangements outside hotels; Camera and video permits where charged; Medical expenses and comprehensive travel insurance.

How do I book Kandy, tea country and Bentota with Galle and Hikkaduwa?

Choose Customise this holiday and tell Shasa your departure city, dates and travellers. Review the draft, choose your available flight and hotel options, and adjust the itinerary. Check the final price and each service's booking terms before continuing to checkout. Creating a draft does not make a booking.

Do I need a visa for Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹32,800
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.
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