#30 Serene Lanka Escape: 8 Days of Relaxation & Discovery

#30 Serene Lanka Escape: 8 Days of Relaxation & Discovery – 7 Nights 8 Days

Unwind and explore the best of Sri Lanka on this 8-day journey through heritage, hills, and coast. Begin with a visit to the sacred Dambulla Cave Temple and the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, two of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks. Continue to Kandy, the island’s cultural heart, to witness traditional arts and the revered Temple of the Tooth. Journey through scenic tea plantations to the cool mountain town of Nuwara Eliya, then embrace soft adventure in Kitulgala, known for its lush rainforests and rivers. Relax on the golden sands of Bentota, soaking in the tropical charm, before concluding in vibrant Colombo, where colonial charm meets modern flair. This tour offers the perfect mix of culture, nature, and leisure for a truly serene Sri Lankan escape.

Tour Highlights

Explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple and climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress for panoramic views. Immerse yourself in culture at Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth and enjoy a scenic train ride or drive through tea country to the cool climes of Nuwara Eliya. Experience light adventure in the lush rainforest setting of Kitulgala, known for its rivers and nature trails. Unwind on the serene beaches of Bentota, perfect for sun, sand, and water sports, before wrapping up your journey with a taste of city life in Colombo, blending colonial heritage with vibrant urban energy.

Day 1 – Colombo Airport - Arrival – Kandy.

Approximate travel time 2.5 hrs. Distance 100 kms.

* Meet and greet at the Colombo airport (BIA) and transfer to Kandy.

* Overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.

Day 2 – Kandy – Pinnawala – Kandy.

Approximate travel time 2.00 hr. Distance 80 kms. Both ways.

* After breakfast visit Pinnawala Elephant orphanage.

* Back to Kandy and witness a cultural show in Kandy.

* Pay homage to Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the tooth).

* Overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.

Day 3 – Kandy – Sigiriya - Dambulla – Kandy.

Approximate travel time 3.00 hrs. Distance 80 kms. One way.

* After breakfast at the hotel. Day trip to Dambulla cave temple & Sigiriya rock fortress.

* Visit Dambulla cave temple.

* Climb Sigiriya rock fortress.

* Drive back to Kandy for overnight stay.

Day 4 – Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

Approximate travel time 2.00 hrs. Distance 75 kms.

* After breakfast at the hotel leave for Nuwara Eliya.

* Visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden.

* On route visit tea plantation tea factory.

* Nuwara Eliya city tour Gregory’s Lake & Victoria Park.

*Overnight stay at hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 5 - Nuwara Eliya - Bentota

Approximate travel time 5.5 hrs. Distance 220 kms.

* After breakfast proceed to Bentota.

* On route stopover in Kitulgala for water rafting or Belilena cave visit.

* Overnight stay at hotel in Bentota.

Day 6 – Bentota

Approximate travel time 0.00 hrs. Distance 0 kms.
* Full day to relax by the beach.

* Overnight stay at hotel in Bentota.

Day 7 – Bentota - Colombo

Approximate travel time 2.00 hrs. Distance 80 kms.

* Transfer to Colombo.

* Colombo city tour

* Overnight stay at hotel in Colombo.

 Day 8 – Colombo – Colombo Airport (BIA) – Departure.

Approximate travel time 2.00 hrs. Distance 40 kms.
* Leave Colombo depending on your flight time and to reach airport before 3.00 hrs. of your flight.

* Drop you off and end of the tour.

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