#40 9 Days in Ceylon A Dream Island Tour 8N9D

#40 9 Days in Ceylon A Dream Island Tour.

Discover the essence of Sri Lanka in 9 unforgettable days, exploring ancient cities, misty mountains, lush jungles, and golden beaches. This dream island tour takes you from the cultural highlights of Dambulla, Sigiriya, and Kandy to the scenic beauty of Ella and Haputale, the wildlife of Udawalawe, and the coastal charm of Mirissa—ending with the lively streets of Colombo. A perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.

Tour Highlights

Experience the magic of Sri Lanka on this 9-day dream island tour that takes you through its most iconic and enchanting destinations. Begin with the ancient wonders of Dambulla and the towering Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then journey through the spice-scented hills of Matale and the cultural richness of Kandy. Embrace adventure in the lush rainforests of Kitulgala, soak in the cool charm of Nuwara Eliya, and take in breathtaking mountain views in Ella and Haputale. Encounter wildlife in Udawalawe National Park before unwinding on the sun-kissed beaches of Mirissa. Conclude your unforgettable journey in the vibrant capital of Colombo. This tour blends heritage, nature, adventure, and coastal relaxation into a truly memorable island escape.

DAY 1 - Colombo Airport – Arrival - Sigiriya

* Days Itinerary – Meet & greet at the Colombo airport and drive to Sigiriya. Upon reaching Sigiriya either climb Pidurangala rock monastery temple or Sigiriya rock fortress.

* Stay overnight in Sigiriya.

DAY 2 - Sigiriya – Dambulla – Matale - Kandy

* Days Itinerary – After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Kandy. On route to Kandy pay a visit to one of the most popular breathtaking tourist attraction Dambulla cave temple. And on route if you wish to you can visit the Nalanda Gedige, Spice gardens, Batik factories and Alu viharaya temple I Matale upon reaching Kandy you have the opportunity witness a cultural show which starts at 5.00pm and at the end you can pay homage to the Buddhist most sacred Temple of the tooth (Dalada Maligawa).  

* Stay overnight in Kandy.

DAY 3 - Kandy – Kitulgala – Nuwara Eliya

* Days Itinerary – Leave hotel in Kandy for Nuwara Eliya via Kitulgala where you can engage some water rafting, canoeing, trekking, bird watching and visit pre historic Belilena cave and on route visit beautiful tea gardens, taste a good cup of Ceylon tea few waterfalls. Upon reaching Nuwara Eliya enjoy walking in cool climes of Nuwara Eliya.

* Stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 4 - Nuwara Eliya – Horton Palins – Nuwara Eliya

* Days Itinerary – Day excursion to Horton Plains and back to hotel in Nuwara Eliya for stay overnight.

* Stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 5 - Nuwara Eliya – Haputale - Ella

* Days Itinerary – Catch train from Nanu Oya station to Haputale, on arrival local site seeing  including Lipton seat and proceed to Ella. If time permits visit tourist attractions in Ella few to be named like 9 arch bridge, little Adam’s peak.

* Stay overnight in Ella.

DAY 6 - Ella – Uda Walawa

* Days Itinerary – Leave hotel in Ella, drive to Uda Walawa, do the safari in the afternoon check in to a hotel.

* Stay overnight in Uda Walawa.

DAY 7 - Uda Walawa - Mirissa

* Days Itinerary – Leave Uda Walawa for Mirissa for a short beach stay.

* Stay overnight in Mirissa.

DAY 8 - Mirissa - Colombo

* Days Itinerary – Depart from Mirissa for Colombo, en route you can visit many tourist attractions as you wish and proceed to Colombo.

* Stay overnight in Colombo.

DAY 9 - Colombo – Colombo airport – End of the tour

* Days Itinerary – Depending on your departure flight time leave Colombo 5.00 hrs. Before the flight time.

* Drop you off at the airport and end of the tour.

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