OVERVIEW
8 Days Sri Lanka Tour Package – Summary
Experience the best of Sri Lanka in this condensed, family-friendly itinerary. Discover the island’s rich culture, stunning landscapes, and vibrant wildlife, creating unforgettable memories along the way. Explore Sri Lanka’s gems. Hike, bike and relax on golden sands during this family adventure whilst creating memories which will last a lifetime! From cooking up a storm in Kandy to learning about elephants in Yala National Park, you will get a real taste of Sri Lanka’s unique culture and community.
Activities Covered
- Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Visit to Tea Plantation & Waterfalls
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Enjoy a Kandy City Tour
- Enjoy a Nuwara Eliya City Tour
- Wild Life Safari
- Visit Bentota Beach
Places Covered
- Sigiriya 2N
- Kandy 1N
- Nuwara Eliya 1N
- Yala National Park 1N
- Bentota 2N
Inclusion
- Assistance at the Airport
- Private English Speaking driver for the entire Journey
- Kandy City Tour – 2 hours
- All government taxes
- Fuel & local insurance for the vehicle
- Accommodation on bed and breakfast will be offered on the basis hotel’s options.
- Private semi-luxury car/van (air-conditioned)
- Colombo city & shopping tour – 3 hours
- Nuwara Eliya city tour – 2 hours
- Tea plantation visit & factory visit – Free tea tasting
- Spice Garden visit & 15 min Ayurvedic Massage
Exclusion
- This package excludes the sightseeing entrance charges
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses are excluded.
- Late check outs & early check in charges are excluded.
- Camera & Video Permits
- Guide/Driver tips
- Travel insurance is excluded
- There are no Air-tickets included in the tour package
Itinerary
Sigiriya
An essential destination of every Sri Lanka trips, the amazing ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya might strike one as a peculiar sight. Its round structure and its intricate ancient urban landscape surely astound the best of us! Declared as a world heritage by UNESCO, this massive column of rock once used to be the capital of an ancient Sri Lankan kingdom. As you step into Sigiriya rock, you are bound to be amazed by the infamous Sigiriya frescoes depicting the beautiful Lankan women of the fifth century. The Mirror Wall, providing an outlook of ancient poetry, gives you a glimpse into the lives of early visitors of the site. Moreover, you will be overwhelmed by the beauty of the Gardens of Sigiriya as you wonder about the intellect and ingenuity of the ancient minds at work. Topping the list of tourist destinations in our Sri Lanka tour packages, Sigiriya fortress is a captivating masterpiece of ancient urban landscape and architecture.
Activities – Day 01
- Arrive at Sri Lanka (Katunayake International Airport)
- Warm welcome from our Driver at the airport
- Proceed to the city of Sigirya
- Check-in at the antique-style hotel and relax
- Enjoy your first Sri Lankan buffet dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay at the hotel
Activities – Day 02
- Wake up to the beautiful Sigiriya
- Enjoy the breakfast buffet overlooking the lake
- Taste tropical fruits fresh from the village
- Early Morning Climb to Sigirya Rock Fortress
- Enjoy a wonderful Sri Lankan traditional boat ride
- Experience how Sri Lankan ancestors travelled through a cart ride
- Experience Sri Lankan culture in a truly village experience
- Back to the hotel and relax
- Devour a humongous dinner buffet at the hotel
Accomodation : Hotel Sigiriya (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time : BIA Airport to Sigiriya – 5 hour (approx.)
Transfer Mode : Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Kandy
Being an important and well-praised site among those of the Buddhist faith, Kandy is one of the favorites of our Sri Lanka tour packages. This historic city of majestic splendor will sweep you off your feet with its lush greenery and scenic mountain ranges. The mildly cool weather of the city refreshes you as you take a cheerful stroll through the Peradeniya Botanical Garden, appreciating its vibrant beauty. Home to a rich cultural heritage, Kandy will definitely provide you with a unique immersion into the local traditions, as you see the dancers dressed in colorful costumes with distinctive drums begin to perform the cultural dance, which is a unique and well-preserved aspect of Sri Lankan culture. After experiencing the mesmerizing activities that the city has to offer, you will be spending the night in a Kandy hotel overlooking a magnificent city waiting to be explored. Kandy surely is a place that will be in your heart for ever!
Activities
- Wake up to peacocks’ squawk early in the morning
- Start your day with a never-ending breakfast buffet
- Enjoy mouth-watering fresh tropical fruits
- Exit from dry zoon in Sri Lanka to cool hill stations
- On the way stop by at Dambulla cave temple
- Visit Spice village and know about famous Sri Lanka spices
- Visit the most famous Kandy temple
- Enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan meal cooked in spice village
- Evening Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
- Visit to Botanical Garden of Peradeniya
- Check in to the enticing Kandy hotel & refresh
- Enjoy a flavourful dinner buffet at the hotel
- Overnight stay and relax at the hotel in Kandy
Accomodation : Grand kandyan (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time : Dambulla to Kandy – 2 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode : Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Nuwara Eliya
Among the top favorites of our Sri Lanka tour packages, Nuwara Eliya is a vibrant city that boasts acres of lush-green tea estates, soothingly chilly weather, and enchanting flora and fauna. Nuwara Eliya is a destination not to be missed when you are planning your trip to Sri Lanka, don’t miss Nuwara Eliya as it is a must-see destination. The opportunities at Nuwara Eliya are endless; from long walks in the beautiful parks at the heart of the city, to adventurous hikes through the highlands and tea plantations, this old colonial town never fails to impress one! As you wake up and fill your lungs with pure air, your mind will wonder thinking what this charming town has to offer me today. Will you dine in one of the colonial Tudor-style buildings? Or, will you enjoy a fun horseback ride along the bank of Gregory Lake? Whatever your choice may be, the wonderful city of Nuwara Eliya is the perfect holiday destination in the beautiful island paradise of Sri Lanka!
Activities
- Enjoy the misty morning with a cup of iconic Ceylon tea
- Devour a humongous breakfast buffet at the hotel
- Proceed to Nuwara Eliya
- On the way, witness the Ramboda falls
- Stop over at world famous Labukale tea estate & plantation
- Experience Sri Lankan tea culture with a ‘Tea Tour’
- Visit a strawberry farm & enjoy a fresh strawberry juice & shake
- Check in at a colonial-style hotel
- Later, visit Gregory Lake and watch the beautiful sunset
- Walk around ‘The Little England’ filled with friendly locals
Accomodation : Jetwing St Andrews (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time : Kandy to Nuwara Eliya – 1 hour 15min (approx.)
Transfer Mode : Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Yala National Park
Time to ride into the wilderness of this Sri Lanka tour package away from the comforting beauty of Nuwara Eliya! Stationed in the south-eastern part of Sri Lanka, Yala National Park on this tropical island is a beloved destination among our best Sri Lanka holiday packages. You feel the nature photography enthusiast in you as you encounter magnificent elephants, spotted deer, aquatic birds, and other endemic and non-endemic animals. As you ride across this luscious forest, you turn for a signal by the experienced guide. A leap of menacing leopards gracefully trod through the greenery. While passing through the wild waters and leopard trails, you are saluted by a herd of elephants on the way. After all, it is this effortless adventure that you seek in this Sri Lanka holiday package!
Activities
- Breakfast at the hotel beholding the misty mountains
- Check out from the hotel
- Proceed to Yala National Park
- Check in to the tropical hotel in Yala
- Experience the 4×4 Jeep Safari in the jungle
- Check in to the beautiful hotel
- Relaxing evening surrounded by lush greenery
- Enjoy the grand buffet dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay at the hotel in the wilderness
Accomodation : Jetwing Yala (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time : Nuwara Eliya to Yala National Park – 3 hour 30min (approx.)
Transfer Mode : Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Bentota
Whether you want to explore Sri Lanka with your family, your loved one, or by yourself, a trip to Sri Lanka not a completed one without a visit to the golden sandy beaches of Bentota! Also known as Paradise Island, the sandy stretch of Bentota beach bordering the lagoon is a popular tourist attraction in our Sri Lanka tour packages. This resort town on Sri Lanka’s Southern coast is a hub of watersports including surfing. A romantic boat ride to the nearby Madu River or a fun visit to the turtle hatchery to see the little ones are a few ways to make the most out of your time in Bentota. As you take a sip of the local toddy, you realize that Bentota is a true paradise. You watch the waves crashing to the shore, and the sun glistening on the sandy beach. Yes, this is why you should visit this tropical island of beauty to make memories that will last for ever!
Activities Day 06
- Take a walk around the hotel
- Enjoy a breakfast buffet rich in curry flavors
- Proceed to Bentota beach
- Prepare to take a boat ride to visit whales & dolphins
- Visit a turtle hatchery to learn about Sri Lankan turtles
- Engage in fun water activities at Madu River
- Get the natural experience of mangrooves at Madu River
- Check in at the beachfront hotel & relax
- Stroll along the orange beach when the sun sets
- Enjoy a grand seafood dinner buffet
- A relaxing overnight stay at the beach hotel
Activities Day 07
- Wake up enjoying a cup of refreshing Ceylon tea
- Enjoy a relaxing Yoga session by the beach
- Devour a breakfast filled with seafood from Indian ocean
- Engage in fun water sports activities in the Bentota sea
- Take a dip in the warm Indian ocean
- Don’t miss the stunning sunset by the beach
- Enjoy a dinner that includes a famous Sri Lanka carb dish
- Overnight stay in the tropical beach hotel
Accomodation : Thaale Benthota (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time : Yala Park to Bentota – 3 hour 30min (approx.) (approx.)
Transfer Mode : Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Colombo
This morning we have to Drive to Colombo to have some free time to do some last-minute shopping in Colombo and to pack your belongings. You will check out from your hotel and be transferred to the airport after spending a memorable time on your Sri Lanka 8 day tour. Have a safe journey!
Activities
- You’ll have Colombo City Tour for 03 Hours if you had enough time for your Flight
- Doing Some Last Minute of Shopping in Colombo
- Pack your Things & Proceed to Airport (02 Hours Drive)
- Airport Drop & Enjoy Your Flight & Safe journey!
- END!
Do I need a visa to enter Sri Lanka?
Yes, you will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. In addition, if you intend visiting Sri Lanka on a short visit,you will need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival.
My holiday is over 30 days, how can I obtain an extension to my visa?
You can either apply and obtain an extended visa from a Sri Lankan Embassy/ Consulate from your country of residence prior to arrival in Sri Lanka or get an extension from the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Colombo 10. This procedure will take about 2-3 hours, and you will have to give a bona fide reason for staying over 30 days. If you are staying in a resort for a long period, the staff will be able to help you with the application.
Can I purchase a local mobile connection while on holiday?
It’s a good option to purchase a local SIM card and top up cards while you are on holiday. The mobile call rates are relatively cheap for both local and IDD calls. There are many mobile operators in the country (E.g. Dialog, Mobitel, Etisalat, Hutch etc.,). Dialog has a counter at the Colombo Airport and you can obtain a connection on arrival. A Dialog connection will cost about Rupees 1500. Top up cards are freely available island-wide. You can buy top-up cards for denominations of Rupees 100, 400 & 1000. Be sure that your phone is `dual band’ and unlocked.
Can I access the internet freely?
Most hotels provide internet facilities. There are internet cafes in most towns with WIFI connection. Connections in smaller towns will be slow. The average cost of surfing in a Cyber Café is about US$ .50 per hour. Many large 5 star and some boutique hotels provide Wifi facilities.