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Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast

6 nights from Colombo, visiting Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Galle and Bentota
Duration
6 nights
Destination
Colombo · Negombo · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Galle · Bentota · Colombo
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The journey

Travel across Sri Lanka on a seven-day group route starting from Colombo Airport. Begin along the coast in Negombo before heading inland to Kandy to see elephants at Pinnawala, attend a cultural performance, and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Ascend through the cool tea highlands of Nuwara Eliya, taking in views from Ambuluwawa Tower and stopping at Ramboda.

Continue through Ella to marvel at the Nine Arches Bridge and Ravana Falls before reaching the historic ramparts of Galle Fort. Relax along the sandy shores of Bentota, see rescued sea turtles at a local hatchery, and finish in Colombo with a visit to Gangaramaya Temple.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage: Watch elephants bathing in the river and roaming across open grounds

02

Kandy: Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and watch authentic traditional dancing

03

Ambuluwawa Tower: Take in complete 360-degree views across the central hill country landscape

04

Nuwara Eliya: Tour a working tea factory and learn the craft behind Ceylon tea

05

Ella: See the engineering of the Nine Arches Bridge and tumbling Ravana Falls

06

Galle Fort: Walk along historic streets, colonial ramparts, and the oceanfront Galle Lighthouse

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.

7 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
NegomboNegombo

Day 1 · Negombo

Arrival at Colombo Airport and Transfer to Negombo

Land at Bandaranaike International Airport near Colombo, where a transfer brings you to the coastal town of Negombo. Check in to your hotel from 3:00 PM and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure along the beach and fishing community. Overnight in Negombo.

Meal notes

Meals not included

KandyKandy

Day 2 · Kandy

Pinnawala Elephants and Kandy Cultural Sights

Eat breakfast, then travel inland toward Kandy. En route, stop at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to see elephants playing in the river and feeding. Continue your drive to Kandy, surrounded by verdant hills. In the evening, attend a traditional cultural show and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic. Overnight in Kandy.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya

Day 3 · Nuwara Eliya

Ambuluwawa Tower, Ramboda, and Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, start your climb up Ambuluwawa Tower for sweeping panoramic vistas over the countryside. Head next to the Hanuman Temple at the Ramboda Falls viewpoint. Afterwards, visit a traditional tea factory to watch tea processing and sample Ceylon tea. Travel onward to Nuwara Eliya, known for colonial buildings and highland scenery. If time permits, walk along Gregory Lake. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

GalleGalle

Day 4 · Galle

Ella Highlights, Nine Arches Bridge, and Transfer to Galle

Have breakfast and travel through the hill country into Ella. Stop first at Seetha Amman Temple, a site linked with the Ramayana epic. Continue to the historic Nine Arches Bridge to photograph trains passing across the stone viaduct, then admire the cascading waters of Ravana Falls. Journey down to the southern coast for an overnight stay in Galle.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

BentotaBentota

Day 5 · Bentota

Galle Fort, Turtle Hatchery, and Bentota Beach

Begin after breakfast with an exploration of Galle Fort. Wander past Dutch colonial architecture and cobblestone lanes, view the Dutch Reformed Church, and visit the Galle Lighthouse overlooking the ocean. Later, drive toward Bentota, stopping at a turtle hatchery to see conservation projects and baby sea turtles. Arrive in Bentota, check in, and spend the afternoon on the beach. An optional river safari on the Bentota River is available at your own expense if time allows. Overnight in Bentota.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ColomboColombo

Day 6 · Colombo

Bentota Beach to Colombo via Gangaramaya Temple

Spend a relaxed morning on the beach in Bentota after breakfast. Later, depart for Colombo. On the way into the capital, stop to visit Gangaramaya Temple, a Buddhist shrine and center of learning. Arrive in Colombo, check in to your hotel, and spend the remaining afternoon and evening at leisure to explore markets, shop, or sample local restaurants and nightlife. Overnight in Colombo.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 7 · Colombo

Departure from Colombo Airport

Enjoy breakfast before checking out of your hotel by 11:00 AM. Board your fixed group transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport, scheduled after 12:00 PM, where your trip concludes in time for your onward flight.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 7

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

Find your kind of holiday

Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

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Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Observe herds of rescued elephants bathing in the river and feeding on the grounds

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Ambuluwawa Tower

Climb this multi-faith spire for sweeping 360-degree panoramic views of surrounding green hills

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Nine Arches Bridge

Iconic colonial stone railway viaduct set dramatically against lush forest hillsides in Ella

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Galle Fort

Explore well-preserved Dutch colonial ramparts, stone streets, historic church, and ocean lighthouse

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

  • Fixed group airport pick-up and drop-off in Sri Lanka with local representative assistance
  • 6 nights accommodation with daily breakfast: Negombo 1 night, Kandy 1 night, Nuwara Eliya 1 night, Galle 1 night, Bentota 1 night, Colombo 1 night
  • Sightseeing and entry fees for Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Turtle Hatchery, Seetha Amman Temple, Gangaramaya Temple, and Ambuluwawa Tower
  • Kandy Cultural Show complementary with gem shop visit
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver
  • 24/7 on-ground support assistance

Plan for these extras

  • −Visa and travel insurance
  • −Early check-in before 3 PM and late check-out after 11 AM
  • −Personal expenses such as tips, portage, laundry, and phone calls
  • −Any meal, beverage, transfer, or sightseeing not mentioned in the inclusions

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

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Local currencySri Lankan Rupee (Rs)
Your starting price₹34,400

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

Local know-how
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your scheduled return date.
  • Indian citizens can access visa-free entry for up to 30 days but must apply in advance for an online Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).
  • Airport pickup is tentatively scheduled between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM on Day 1, and drop-off is scheduled after 12:00 PM on Day 7.
  • Only one scheduled group airport transfer is provided each way; early or late transfers will incur extra costs or require a taxi booking via the PickMe app.
  • Hotel check-in begins at 3:00 PM on Day 1, and check-out is required by 11:00 AM on Day 7.
  • Coordinate flight bookings with the tour team to ensure timing aligns with group transfers.
When is the best time to visit Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, Bentota, Colombo?

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

How many days is Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast?

7 days and 6 nights, across 6 destinations.

Which places does Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast cover?

Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, Bentota, Colombo. 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 Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, Bentota, Colombo?

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage; Ambuluwawa Tower; Nine Arches Bridge; Galle Fort.

Who is Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast best suited to?

friends, solo, groups

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 Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast cost?

From ₹34,400 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, activities, other listed services.. 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 6-night itinerary?

Fixed group airport pick-up and drop-off in Sri Lanka with local representative assistance; 6 nights accommodation with daily breakfast: Negombo 1 night, Kandy 1 night, Nuwara Eliya 1 night, Galle 1 night, Bentota 1 night, Colombo 1 night; Sightseeing and entry fees for Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Turtle Hatchery, Seetha Amman Temple, Gangaramaya Temple, and Ambuluwawa Tower; Kandy Cultural Show complementary with gem shop visit; Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver; 24/7 on-ground support assistance. 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 Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast?

Visa and travel insurance; Early check-in before 3 PM and late check-out after 11 AM; Personal expenses such as tips, portage, laundry, and phone calls; Any meal, beverage, transfer, or sightseeing not mentioned in the inclusions.

How do I book Sri Lanka Explorer: Kandy, Hill Country and Coast?

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 Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, Bentota, Colombo?

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
₹34,400
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, entry tickets and permits, activities, other listed services.
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