Tour Overview
Perspective:
A fast-moving Sri Lanka highlights circuit combining the Cultural Triangle, Kandy, tea country, the scenic hill-country railway, Ella, a Yala safari, the southern coast, Galle Fort and Colombo.
A fast-moving Sri Lanka highlights circuit for guests with limited time. The program combines the Cultural Triangle, Kandy, the tea country, the scenic hill-country railway, Ella, a Yala safari, the southern coast, Galle Fort and Colombo. It is best suited to guests who are comfortable with early starts and active touring.
Important Planning Note:
This is an intensive 6-day circuit with several early starts and long driving days. If the arrival flight is late, the Sigiriya Lion Rock climb may need to move to early Day 2 and the Kandy program may be adjusted.
Key Highlights & Experiences
Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress climb
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy city tour and Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
Tea factory visit, tea garden experience, waterfalls and Nuwara Eliya city tour
Morning scenic hill-country train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella (subject to seat availability)
Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak and Ravana Falls in Ella
Yala National Park Jeep safari and Tissa Lake sunset
Mirissa coastal stop, Galle Fort sunset and guided rampart walk
Colombo city tour and international airport transfer
What's Included
5 nights accommodation in the selected hotel category
Daily breakfast at hotels
Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
English-speaking chauffeur-guide
Airport pickup and departure transfer
Sightseeing program as described in the itinerary
One Yala National Park Jeep safari
Scenic train journey to Ella (subject to reservation availability)
Parking, highway charges and applicable transport taxes
Bottled drinking water during road transfers
What's Excluded
International air tickets and visa / ETA charges
Travel, medical and personal insurance
Lunches and dinners unless specifically included in the final quotation
Alcoholic beverages, minibar, laundry, telephone calls and other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities for chauffeur-guides, hotel staff, safari crews and activity providers
Any activity, entrance fee or excursion not specifically listed as included in the confirmed quotation
Costs caused by flight delays, weather, road closures or other circumstances outside the operator's control
Suggested Hotel Pattern
Hotels can be booked in Standard, Superior, Boutique, or 5-Star Luxury categories while keeping the same optimized routing:
Night 1
Sigiriya / Habarana
Night 2