Colombo: 9-Day Sri Lanka Tour with Hotels, Meals, Transport
ID: GYG853901-1348918
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
9 days
Description
Discover the highlights of Sri Lanka on a 9-day tour with accommodation. Visit the famous Sigiriya Rock, the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple, and the Minneriya National Park.
Explore Sri Lanka on a 9-day tour from Colombo. Visit the Golden Cave Temple in Dambulla, go on a safari in Minneriya National Park, and see the Ramboda Falls and a tea plantation in Nuwara Eliya. Take a train ride to Ella and go on a safari in Yala National Park.
Day 1: Colombo-Sigiriya-Dambulla
Welcome by an English-speaking driver from your hotel or the airport in Colombo and drive to Sigiriya. On the way, visit the Dambulla Golden Cave Temple. In the evening, go on a safari in Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco National Park.
Day 2: Sigiriya-Kandy
Early in the morning, climb Sigiriya Rock before the sun becomes too hot. Afterward, drive to Kandy. On the way, visit Nalanda Gedige, Mathale Spice Garden, and a Hindu temple.
Day 3: Kandy
After breakfast, visit the Royal Botanical Garden, the Gem Museum, Kandy Lake, and downtown Kandy. In the afternoon, visit the tooth relic temple and witness the Kandyan cultural show.
Day 4: Kandy-Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, drive to Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. Later, drive to Nuwara Eliya and visit Ramboda Falls, a tea plantation, and a tea factory. After that, take a Nuwara Eliya city tour.
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya-Ella
After breakfast, drive to visit Gregory Lake and Victoria Park Garden for an hour. After the 12:40 PM train ride to Ella, take the gorgeous panoramic view train. In the evening, climb Little Adam’s Peak.
Day 6: Ella-Yala
After breakfast, drive to Tissamaharama. On the way, visit Rawana Waterfall and Buduruwagala Rock Temple. In the evening, go on a safari in Yala National Park.
Day 7: Yala-Mirissa/Galle
After breakfast, drive to Mirissa or Galle. Enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 8: Mirissa/Galle-Bentota
After breakfast, leave for a hotel in Galle Fort for a leisurely stroll. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Day 9: Bentota-Colombo
After breakfast, leave for Colombo. On the way, stop at Bentota for a river safari and Kosgoda to visit a sea turtle conservation project.
Highlights
- Discover the highlights of Sri Lanka on a 9-day tour with accommodation
- Visit the famous Sigiriya Rock and the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple
- Explore the Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco National Park on a 4x4 safari
- See the famous Ramboda Falls, a tea plantation, and a tea factory in Nuwara Eliya
- Take a train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella and enjoy the panoramic views
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Train tickets to Ella are subject to availability and can only be confirmed one day before the scheduled date.
A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
It's advisable to bring a hat, sunscreen, and water to stay hydrated.
Visitors are advised to respect the wildlife and follow the safari guide's instructions during the national park visit.
Accommodation is based on double sharing; single travelers may incur an additional charge.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
