Itinerary
Explore during this seven-day tour Sri Lanka high and low with this fascinating round-trip starting in the capital, Colombo, and taking an inland loop that covers all the main historic, cultural and natural attractions of this magical island. Discover a world of lush landscapes, picturesque lakeside cities, historic temples and ancient citadels. Meet some of the friendliest and gentlest creatures in the animal kingdom and breathe in the fragrances of Sri Lanka at herb and spice gardens. Enjoy the lush green tea plantations spread through the hill county.
Tour program
ARRIVAL COLOMBO – KANDY (100km – 3hrs)
Start point
Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka
KANDY – PERADENIYA – KANDY (12km – 30min)
KANDY – NUWARA ELIYA (80km – 3hrs)
NUWARA ELIYA – YALA NATIONAL PARK – TISSAMAHARAMA (160km – 4hrs)
TISSAMAHARAMA – GALLE – HIKKADUWA/ BENTOTA/ AHUNGALLA (200km – 3hrs)
HIKKADUWA/ BENTOTA/ AHUNGALLA – COLOMBO (80km – 1.5hrs)
DEPARTURE COLOMBO (30km – 1hr)
End point
Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka
Tour Details
accommodation
6 night’s accommodation
Day 1-2 Kandy
- Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Regency or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Kandy or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Earl's Regency or similar 5*
Day 3 Nuwara Eliya
- Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing St Andrews or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Tea Factory or similar 5*
Day 4 Tissamaharama
- Standard Hotel Category = Oakray Wild or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Ekho Safari or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Wild or similar 5*
Day 5 Hikkaduwa/ Bentota / Ahungalla
- Standard Hotel Category = Kai Hikkaduwa or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Ekho Surf or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Ahungalla or similar 5*
Day 6 Colombo
- Standard Hotel Category = Fairway Colombo or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Colombo or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lakeside or similar 5*
flights
International flights are not included.
guide
Operated with English-speaking chauffeur-guide, other languages upon booking of the optional extra
insurance
meals
6 Breakfasts
6 Dinners
5 Lunches upon an additional cost (full-board optional extra)
optional
Other activities and services are not included.
others
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Royal Botanical Garden, Kandy city tour (Day 2); Tea plantation visit, Nuwara Eliya tour (Day 3); Yala National Park safari (Day 4); Galle tour (Day 5); Colombo city tour (Day 6)
Meet & Greet
Government taxes
Visa fees
Domestic flights
International flights
Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
Video Camera and still camera permits
Lunch throughout the tour
Optional tours (if any)
Any visit not mentioned in the program
Porterage and gratuities
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Visits to wildlife parks will be at client's own risk. Safari vehicles (none air-conditioned) available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours)
Please note alcohol will not be served in public areas in hotels and restaurants during religious holidays
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed. The official check-in time at all hotels will be 12:00 pm-02:00 pm (depend on the hotel). The official check-out time at all hotels will be 11:00 am
The validity of the passport must be six months from the date of departure
Please note that all clients will need to check the website and obtain a visa prior to arrival in Sri Lanka excluding citizens of Singapore and Maldives. The government has reported that all applications will be processed within 48 hours and payment can be made online by credit card. Details are available on the portal: www.eta.gov.lk
Visits to wildlife parks will be at the client's risk and expense
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
In many hotels in Sri Lanka, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
transport
Arrival private transfer in an air-conditioning vehicle from/to Colombo International Airport
Private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the itinerary
Good to know
Currency
Sri Lanka Rupee
Sri Lanka