Day 1Arrival • Pinnawala • Dambulla
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival, meet your driver/guide and head to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you’ll watch elephants being fed and bathed — a heartwarming introduction to Sri Lanka’s wildlife.
Continue your journey to Dambulla (approx. 1.5 hrs). Check in to your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay in Dambulla.
Meals: None
Day 2Dambulla • Sigiriya
After breakfast, visit the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous landmarks, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
Later, explore the Dambulla Cave Temple, home to ancient Buddha statues and colorful frescoes.
Return to your hotel and unwind.
Overnight stay in Dambulla.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3Dambulla • Matale • Kandy
Enjoy breakfast and depart for Kandy, stopping at a Spice Garden in Matale to learn about the island’s aromatic spices.
In Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of Buddhism’s most sacred sites, and the lush Royal Botanical Gardens.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4Kandy • Ramboda • Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, drive through misty hills toward Nuwara Eliya, the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country.
En route, stop at Ramboda Waterfall, the Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, and a Tea Factory & Plantation for a tasting session.
In the evening, take a leisurely stroll through Victoria Park and Gregory Lake.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5Nuwara Eliya • Bentota
After breakfast, explore Seetha Amman Temple and Hakgala Botanical Garden, both rich in legend and natural beauty.
Then, drive to Bentota, the island’s most popular beach destination.
Relax and enjoy the ocean breeze at your seaside hotel.
Overnight stay in Bentota.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6Bentota Adventures
After breakfast, visit a Turtle Hatchery to learn about local conservation efforts.
Enjoy a Madu River Safari, gliding through mangrove forests teeming with birdlife.
Later, unwind with optional water sports like jet skiing or banana boating.
Overnight stay in Bentota.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7Bentota • Colombo
After breakfast, head to Colombo, the vibrant capital city.
Enjoy a city tour covering highlights like the National Museum, Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green, and Pettah Market.
Shop for souvenirs at Odel, Colombo City Centre, or local boutiques.
Overnight stay in Colombo.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast in Sri Lanka. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time for last-minute shopping before your transfer to the airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast