Day 01: Arrival – Pinnawala – KandyKandy
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), meet our friendly English-speaking chauffeur. Travel to Kandy with a visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Millennium Elephant Foundation to see rescued elephants. Continue to Mawanella Spice Garden to discover Sri Lanka’s famous spices, herbs and medicinal plants. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show.
Overnight: Kandy
Day 02: Kandy – Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya
Explore Kandy after breakfast. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist sites, followed by the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, famous for its beautiful plants and orchids. Visit the Kandy Gem Museum to learn about Sri Lanka’s precious stones. Continue to Nuwara Eliya with a stop at a tea factory and plantation. Later, relax at Gregory Lake and Gregory Park.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 03: Nuwara Eliya – EllaElla
Enjoy one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic train journeys from Nanu Oya to Ella, passing through tea plantations, mountains and waterfalls. After arrival, explore Ella’s highlights, including Little Adam’s Peak, the famous Nine Arches Bridge and Ella Viewpoint, offering spectacular valley views.
Overnight: Ella
Day 04: Ella – YalaYala
After breakfast, travel to Yala National Park. Check in and relax before enjoying an afternoon jeep safari from approximately 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Yala is famous for its leopards and diverse wildlife, including elephants, sloth bears and many bird species.
Overnight: Yala
Day 05: Yala – MirissaMirissa
Travel to the coastal town of Mirissa after breakfast. Visit Coconut Tree Hill, known for its beautiful ocean views, and Parrot Rock Bridge. Spend the evening relaxing on Mirissa Beach or enjoy fresh seafood at a beachside restaurant.
Overnight: Mirissa
Day 06: Mirissa – GalleGalle
Start early with an exciting whale-watching safari, with opportunities to see blue whales, sperm whales and dolphins. Continue to historic Galle and explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, built by the Portuguese and later fortified by the Dutch. Visit the National Maritime Museum and iconic Galle Lighthouse before relaxing at your hotel.
Overnight: Galle
Day 07: Galle – Colombo – DepartureDeparture
After breakfast, travel to Colombo and explore Sri Lanka’s vibrant capital. Visit the National Museum and Town Hall, followed by time for shopping at Colombo’s popular shopping centres for souvenirs and local products. According to your flight schedule, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure.
Experience Sri Lanka’s culture, heritage, mountains, tea plantations, wildlife, scenic train journeys and beautiful beaches in one unforgettable 7-day adventure.