Pilgrimage 7 days · 6 nights Breakfast & Dinner

07 Days 06 Nights Sri Lanka Tour

Explore Sri Lanka on this 7-day, 6-night tour through Munneswaram, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Bentota, and Colombo. Discover ancient temples, scenic tea plantations, stunning waterfalls, beautiful beaches, and rich cultural heritage. Experience the best of Sri Lanka's natural beauty and unforgettable attractions.

See the itinerary

Duration: 7 days 6 nights
Meal plan: Breakfast & Dinner

The route

Munneswaram · Sigiriya · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Bentota · Colombo

Arrive Airport
1 Sigiriya 1 night
2 Kandy 1 night
3 Nuwara Eliya 1 night
4 Ella 1 night
5 Bentota 1 night
6 Colombo 1 night
Depart Airport

Extras

Included at no extra cost

Visit to a Spice Garden
Visit to a Gem Museum
Head or Foot Massage
Cultural Dance Show Tickets
2 Water Bottles per Person Every Day
20% Discount Voucher from NIO Travels & Tours
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off

Itinerary

Day by day

A sample shape for this tour, we rewrite it around your dates, pace and party.

01
Day 1 Airport Munneswaram Sigiriya
Check in to the hotel and relax.
- Airport Meet & Greet Assistance at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).
- Meet your professional chauffeur guide and begin your Sri Lankan journey.
- Proceed to Munneswaram Temple, one of Sri Lanka's important Hindu pilgrimage sites, associated with the Ramayana.
- Visit the historic Munneswaram Shiva Temple and explore its sacred surroundings.
- Continue the scenic drive to Sigiriya.
- En route, enjoy a complimentary visit to a Spice Garden and learn about Sri Lanka's spices and traditional Ayurvedic herbs.
Overnight Edern Garden, Sigiriya
02
Day 2 Sigiriya Kandy
Check in to the hotel and relax.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its ancient frescoes, landscaped gardens and impressive rock architecture. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Visit the Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient Buddhist murals and statues. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Enjoy a complimentary visit to a Gem Museum and learn about Sri Lanka's famous gemstones.
- Proceed to Kandy, enjoying the beautiful countryside along the way.
- Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Visit Kandy Lake and enjoy a sightseeing drive around the city.
- Attend the traditional Kandy Cultural Dance Show. Cultural dance show tickets are complimentary.
Overnight Serendip Stone, Kandy
03
Day 3 Kandy Nuwara Eliya
Check in to the hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, famous for its orchids, tropical plants and beautiful landscaped gardens. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Proceed to Nuwara Eliya through scenic mountain roads.
- Visit a tea plantation and tea factory to learn about the production of world-famous Ceylon tea.
- Enjoy a complimentary visit to a Spice Garden, if not visited on Day 01.
- Visit Ramboda Falls, one of the beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka.
- Visit Hanuman Temple, Ramboda, an important Ramayana pilgrimage site.
- Enjoy the cool climate, lush tea plantations and picturesque mountain scenery of Nuwara Eliya.
- Visit Gregory Lake and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Explore Nuwara Eliya town, including its colonial architecture and local markets.
Overnight Heaven Seven, Nuwara Eliya
04
Day 4 Nuwara Eliya Ella
Check in to the hotel and relax.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Proceed to Ella through the beautiful hill country, enjoying breathtaking mountain views, tea plantations and waterfalls.
- Visit Seetha Amman Temple, an important Ramayana pilgrimage site believed to be associated with Sita Devi.
- Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden, famous for its beautiful flowers and landscaped gardens. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Enjoy sightseeing at Ravana Falls, one of Sri Lanka's most famous waterfalls
- Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, a remarkable colonial-era railway bridge surrounded by lush greenery.
- Visit Little Adam's Peak, offering spectacular views of Ella's mountains and valleys. (Subject to weather and guests' fitness.)
- Explore Ella town and enjoy its relaxed atmosphere.
Optional activity
- Scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella, subject to train availability and weather conditions. Train tickets are excluded.
Overnight Ella Mansion, Ella
05
Day 5 Ella Bentota
Check in to the hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check out and proceed to Bentota through the scenic southern route.
- Visit Buduruwagala, an ancient Buddhist rock-carving site featuring impressive statues, if time permits.
- Enjoy a scenic drive through Sri Lanka's countryside, passing mountains, villages and tropical landscapes.
- Arrive in Bentota, a popular beach destination known for its golden sandy beaches.
- Visit Bentota Beach and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery.
- Enjoy some leisure time at the beach or relax at the hotel.
Overnight Laluna, Bentota
06
Day 6 Bentota Colombo
Check in to the hotel and relax.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Proceed to Colombo after breakfast.
- Visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, where you can learn about sea turtle conservation. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Enjoy a scenic Madu River Boat Safari through mangroves, islands and beautiful waterways. (Boat charges excluded.)
- Visit Gangaramaya Temple, one of Colombo's most famous Buddhist temples. (Entrance fee excluded.)
- Visit Independence Memorial Hall, a landmark commemorating Sri Lanka's independence.
- Explore Galle Face Green, a popular seaside promenade.
Enjoy a Colombo city tour, including
- Old Parliament Building (exterior)
- Colombo Lighthouse area
- Colombo Fort
- Pettah Market
- Colombo Lotus Tower (exterior; entrance fee excluded)
- Enjoy shopping at local shopping centres and souvenir shops.
Overnight Nelly Marine, Colombo
07
Day 7 Colombo Airport
Airport drop-off assistance and farewell. End of the Sri Lankan tour with wonderful memories.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check out and proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).
- Enjoy a comfortable private transfer to the airport according to your flight departure time.

What the price covers

Included & excluded

Included

FreeVisit to a Spice Garden
FreeVisit to a Gem Museum
FreeHead or Foot Massage
FreeCultural Dance Show Tickets
Free2 Water Bottles per Person Every Day
20% Discount Voucher from NIO Travels & Tours
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off
Airport Meet & Greet Assistance
24-Hour Customer Service
Private Air-Conditioned Transportation
Hotel Accommodation for 6 Nights
Daily Breakfast and Dinner
Sightseeing as per the itinerary
Fuel, Parking and Highway Tolls
All Applicable Government Taxes

Not included

International Airfare
Visa Fees
Lunch
Entrance Fees
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Late Check-in and Late Check-out Charges
Optional Activities and Boat Rides
Train Tickets

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