Discover Sri Lanka – A Journey Through Timeless Wonders
08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS
Uncover the magic of Sri Lanka in this immersive 8-day tour that takes you across the island’s most iconic cultural, scenic, and coastal treasures. From the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, to the misty tea hills of Nuwara Eliya and the thrilling wildlife of Yala National Park—each day offers unforgettable experiences. Stroll through colonial streets in Galle, unwind on the golden beaches of Bentota, and enjoy a vibrant city tour of Colombo. This all-in-one adventure is perfect for travelers seeking a rich blend of history, nature, and relaxation in the heart of the Indian Ocean.
DAY 01
AIRPORT /SIGIRIYA APPROX 05 HOURS DRIVEArrival to Sri Lanka, and you will be met by a Journeyline Travels Representative on Arrival at the Airport and proceed to Dambulla. En route visit Elephant Orphanage and Dambulla cave Temple
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage – Started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded. The orphanage has grown to be a big family today. A unique experience never to be missed. The ideal time to watch them is 09.15 Am – 10.15 Am /01.15 Pm – 02.015 Pm
Next, witness Dambulla cave Temple (In Decent Attire)
Dambulla – is famous for the five cave Temples on a rock. The first 03 caves are better, older and larger than the other two. Some caves dates to 1st C.B.C. All the 5 cave walls and ceilings are covered with Buddhist murals and there are more than 130 Buddha statues, statues of Gods and Kings are also found here.
Dinner & overnight stay at – Sigiriya
DAY 02
SIGIRIYA /HIRIVADUNNA /MINNERIYA /SIGIRIYAAfter Breakfast Climb-up Sigiriya Lion rock Fortress, there after Sri Lankan traditional village experience including Lunch Optional Excursion: Safari at Minneriya National Park, Evening Travel aback to the hotel.
Sigiriya – is home to the 5th Century ‘Fortress in the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the fortress. Within it triple-moated defense the huge rock rises almost to a sheer height of 500ft. On its summit are the foundations of what was once a great and sumptuous palace and gardens complete with swimming pool. On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting survived in the form of frescoes of life-sized damsels in all the freshness and delicacy of their original color
Dinner & overnight stay at – Sigiriya
DAY 03
DAMBULLA /KANDY APPROX 03 ½ HOURS DRIVEAfter Breakfast leave for Kandy. En route Matale Alu Viharaya, is a sacred Buddhist temple (birth place of the tripitaka). Next visit a spice garden, where you can see how herbs are grown in their natural environment and experience why people from all over the world preferred Sri Lankan spices and herbs.
Evening Kandyan cultural show and experience the Sri Lankan tradition and culture. Check-in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Next, commence City Tour of Kandy including Upper Lake Drive, Market Square and Gem Museum.
Kandy – the hill capital. Venue of the annual Perahera. The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was finally ceded to the British in 1815. Kandy is an example of the Buddhism’s influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple’s shrines and monasteries keeping alive Buddhist traditions are everywhere.
Proceed to Temple of the sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha and join with the pooja ceremony. (In Decent Attire)
Dinner & overnight stay at – Kandy
DAY 04
KANDY /NUWARA ELIYA APPROX 02 ½ HOURS DRIVEAfter Breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya. En-route visit Water Falls, Tea Factory and Tea Estate.
Afternoon commence City Tour of Nuwara Eliya including Nuwara Eliya Town, Market place, Golf Course, (one of the finest 18 holes Golf courses in Asia) the Hill club, and drive around this hill station viewing Gregory Lake and Victoria Park.
Dinner & overnight stay at – Nuwara Eliya
DAY 05
NUWARA ELIYA /ELLA APPROX 02 HOURS DRIVEAfter Breakfast leave for Ella. En route visit Seeta Amman Temple, Hakgala Botanical Garden, Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Waterfall, Ravana Cave.
Optional Excursion: A Train Ride from Nuwara Eliya (Nanu Oya) to Ella – If time permits with train schedule time), Experience the Flying Ravana zip line.
Dinner & overnight stay at – Ella
DAY 06
ELLA /MIRISSA APPROX 03 ½ HOURS DRIVEAfter Breakfast proceed to Mirissa. Evening commence Galle City Tour including the Galle fort, The Dutch Museum and the Dutch Church.
Gall Fort – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, an exotic old trading port blessed with imposing Dutch-colonial buildings, ancient mosques and churches, grand mansions and museums. Wandering its rambling lanes you’ll pass stylish cafes, quirky boutiques and impeccably restored hotels owned by local and foreign artists, writers, photographers and designers.
Dinner & overnight stay at – Mirissa
DAY 07
MIRISSA /BENTOTA APPROX 01 ½ HOURS DRIVEPacked Breakfast check-out and leave for Whale watching at Mirissa (The boat will leave from Mirissa harbor at 6.15 am).
Leave for Bentota. En route enjoy a Boat ride on Madu River and visit a Turtle Hatchery.
Check in at the Hotel and rest of the day at leisure.
Dinner & overnight stay at – Bentota
DAY 08
BENTOTA /COLOMBO APPROX 02 HOURS DRIVEAfter Breakfast proceed to Colombo. Afternoon commence Colombo City Tour & Shopping
Colombo – a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmith's quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. The historic Dawatagaha Mosque and the former Eye Hospital are two buildings in Cinnamon Gardens worth looking at. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha and the Independence Square.
Dinner & overnight stay at – Colombo
DAY 09
COLOMBO /AIRPORT APPROX 35 MINUTES DRIVEAfter Breakfast your chauffeur guide will comfortably take you back to the International Airport for a safe Return Journey.
Tour End
THE COST INCLUDES
- Accommodation at the Hotels with Breakfast & Dinner
- All Transport in an A/C Vehicle with the Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide
- Sightseeing as per the above itinerary
- All local taxes
THE COST EXCLUDES
- Meals – Lunch
- Entrance Fees Supplement – Can be purchased direct from the sights
- Optional Excursions – Available to be chosen but not obligatory
- Camera & video permits
- Any expenses of a personal nature
- Visa
- Tips
Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority Approved
Member Association of Small and Medium Enterprise in Tourism in Sri Lanka