- On this superb 8-day Sri Lanka Island Tour, you’ll see baby elephants, explore ancient cities, visit stunning tea plantations, and enjoy a thrilling Jeep safari through a national park.
- The scenic views of the Ella Train Journey will leave you in awe.
- This tour checks off many must-see destinations on your bucket list!
Sri Lanka Island Tour
Pinnawala is renowned for its elephant orphanage, where elephants are cared for in a natural environment.
Sigiriya, or Lion’s Rock, is an ancient rock fortress offering spectacular views and fascinating frescoes.
Activities & Highlights
- Tour starts early morning at 7 AM
- Visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Overnight stay in hotel in Sigiriya
Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, rich in cultural heritage. It houses the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi, one of the oldest recorded trees in the world, and a number of awe-inspiring Dagobas (stupas).
Activities & Highlights
- Visit the most popular ancient ruins of Anuradhapura including:
- Sri Maha Bodhi
- Ruvanveliseya Dagoba
- Jetavanarama Dagoba
- Isurumuniya Vihara
- Thuparama Dagoba
- Kuttam Pokuna
- Mirisavatiya Dagoba
- Abhayagiri Dagoba
- Nuwara Wewa
- Visit Mihintale
- Visit Aukana, the highest Buddha statue in Sri Lanka, built in the 5th century A.D.
- Stay overnight in Sigiriya
Polonnaruwa is another UNESCO World Heritage site filled with ancient ruins and temples. Minneriya is famous for its national park and elephant herds during the dry season.
Activities & Highlights
- Visit Polonnaruwa
- Enjoy a Minneriya Jeep Safari
- Stay overnight in Sigiriya
Dambulla is famous for its cave temples, which house Buddha statues and ancient murals.
Kandy is known for its cultural significance and the famous Temple of the Tooth.
Activities & Highlights
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
- Visit Spice Garden in Matale
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth
- Enjoy a traditional cultural dance show
- Overnight stay in Kandy
Nuwara Eliya, or "Little England," is a cool-climate hill station surrounded by tea plantations and scenic landscapes.
Activities & Highlights
- Walk around Kandy Lake
- Visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden
- Shop for Gem & Jewelry, Batik Fabrics, Wood Carvings & Souvenirs
- Visit the famous Ramboda Waterfall
- Explore a Tea Plantation and Tea Factory
- Walk around Nuwara Eliya City
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Ella is a quaint mountain village offering scenic views and iconic landmarks like Little Adam’s Peak and the Nine Arches Bridge.
Activities & Highlights
- Scenic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
(A picturesque ride through tea plantations and stunning views of the highland countryside) - Pick up from Ella Train Station
- Climb Little Adam’s Peak
- Visit Nine Arches Bridge
- Overnight stay in Ella
Tissamaharama is a gateway to Yala National Park, known for its diverse wildlife, including Sri Lankan leopards, elephants, and various bird species.
Activities & Highlights
- Visit Ravana Waterfall
- Enjoy a Yala Jeep Safari tour at 2 PM for a 4-hour safari
- Overnight stay in Tissamaharama
After breakfast, proceed back to Negombo, Colombo, or the airport via the beautiful southern coastal road.
Activities & Highlights
- Visit Galle Fort
Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its colonial-era architecture, cobbled streets, and ocean views.
- Accommodation in 3★ / 4★ hotels (as per package selection)
- Daily breakfast throughout the tour
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur/guide
- All transfers, fuel, and parking charges
- Entrance fees to listed attractions
- Train tickets (Nuwara Eliya → Ella scenic route)
- Yala National Park Jeep Safari
- Bottled water during the journey
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Camera or video permits (if applicable)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Early check-in / late check-out at hotels
- Airfare and visa fees