On this 5 day Sri Lanka tour, you'll visit some of the best places Sri Lanka has to offer. Whilst this trip is short, it squeezes in a lot of wonderful experiences and journeys!
Beginning in the charming city of Kandy, you'll be enchanted by the tropical tea plantations and mountain scenery which will surround you. After visiting several sacred sites and must-see places in Kandy, you'll move onto the place known as 'Little England', Nuwara Eliya.
In Nuwara Eliya, you'll learn all about the country's rich cultural and natural heritage as you explore its unique colonial buildings and Georgian-style houses.
As you move onto Ella via an incredibly scenic train ride, you'll visit ancient cities, tea-growing hills and Indian Ocean beaches. You'll finish your trip in the capital city of Colombo where you'll learn more about Sri Lanka's rich colonial heritage and explore this lively city!On this 5 day Sri Lanka tour, you'll visit some of the best places Sri Lanka has to offer. Whilst this trip is short, it squeezes in a lot of wonderful experiences and journeys!
Beginning in the charming city of Kandy, you'll be enchanted by the tropical tea plantations and mountain scenery which will surround you. After visiting several sacred sites and must-see places in Kandy, you'll move onto the place known as 'Little England', Nuwara Eliya.
In Nuwara Eliya, you'll learn all about the country's rich cultural and natural heritage as you explore its unique colonial buildings and Georgian-style houses.
As you move onto Ella via an incredibly scenic train ride, you'll visit ancient cities, tea-growing hills and Indian Ocean beaches. You'll finish your trip in the capital city of Colombo where you'll learn more about Sri Lanka's rich colonial heritage and explore this lively city!
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Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Your 5 Day Sri Lanka Tour!
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This morning, you'll be picked up by your driver and you'll drive throughout the day to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Kandy. The city's' heart is the scenic Kandy Lake, which is popular for strolling around and watching the locals go about their activities. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth shrine. You'll spend the afternoon exploring Kandy before checking into your hotel and having dinner.
Accommodation
The Grand Kandyan Hotel★5 star
Activities
Sri Dalada MaligawaOptional Activity
Kandy
Kandyan Cultural Dance ShowOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Kandy
Day 2
Welcome to Little England, Nuwara Eliya
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Today, you'll travel to Nuwara Eliya, commonly known as Little England due to being extremely reminiscent of a typical English countryside town. You'll also visit the Ramboda Falls viewpoint, where the cascading water is a sight to behold. Once you reach Nuwara Eliya, you'll visit Gregory Lake and take in the lush scenery before checking in to your hotel and enjoying a dinner of authentic Sri Lankan tastes!
Accommodation
Araliya Green Hills Hotel★4 star
Activities
Peradeniya Royal Botanic GardensOptional Activity
Ramboda Falls
Pedro Tea FactoryOptional Activity
Gregory Lake
Nuwara Eliya
Transportations
Private Driver from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Kandy
Central Province
Nuwara Eliya
Day 3
Scenic Train Ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
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Experience the panoramic view from the highest mountain in Sri Lanka ‘Piduruthalagala Mountain’ before you head off on your scenic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, which is a small and quaint mountain village. Upon arrival, you'll climb Ravana Ella Caves, part of a network of caves said to be connected to the Ravana Ella Waterfall, to discover unseen history. You'll also walk to the top of Small Adam's Peak to see the view and beautiful sunset that never ceases to amaze visitors.
Accommodation
98 Acres Resort & Spa★4 star
Activities
Pidurutalagala
Little Adam's Peak
Ella
Transportations
Private Driver from Nuwara Eliya to Nanuoya
Train from Nanuoya Railway Station. to Ella Railway Station
Private Driver from Ella Railway Station to Ella
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Nuwara Eliya
Central Province
Uva Province
Ella
Day 4
Colombo, the Commercial Capital of Sri Lanka
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Today, you'll proceed to the rich colonial heritage port city of Colombo. En route, you'll visit the wide Ravana falls and see the water gushing down a concave rock. The city is a contrast itself, with mansions, lush gardens, temples, monuments and fine dining options. Once you arrive, you'll head to the Independence Square to soak up the history followed by the interesting Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, Galle Face Green and ODEL shopping complex, all with a local guide.
Accommodation
Marino Beach Hotel
Activities
Ravana Falls
Independence Square
Colombo City
Dutch Hospital Shopping PrecinctOptional Activity
ODEL Shopping ComplexOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Ella to Colombo
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Uva Province
Colombo
Day 5
Departure Day
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This is the last day of your 5 day Sri Lanka tour. You'll be transferred to theKatunayake International Airport by your guide and driver where they will wish you a pleasant journey and say ‘Ayubowan’ which is a Sinhalese traditional greeting meaning ‘may you long live’, commonly said upon departure.
Transportations
Private Driver from Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Colombo
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What’s included?
4 nights accommodation
9 activities
4 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Airport transfer
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 2,021/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Sri Lanka in 5 days
5-star, 4-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
