The Pearl of the Indian Ocean packs incredible variety into a short trip - sacred temples, misty tea-country hills, golden beaches and warm hospitality. From the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy to the tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya and the beaches of Bentota, this journey is a beautiful, easy escape close to home.
Negombo - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Bentota - Colombo
Arrive at Colombo (Bandaranaike) Airport, meet & greet, transfer to Negombo. Relax by the beach. Overnight in Negombo.
Drive to Kandy en route visiting a spice garden and the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Evening visit to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and a cultural dance show. Overnight in Kandy.
Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya through lush tea country, visiting a tea plantation and factory. Explore Little England with its colonial charm and cool climate. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Drive to the coastal town of Bentota. Afternoon at leisure on the beach, or optional water sports and a Madu River boat safari. Overnight in Bentota.
Transfer to Colombo. City tour - Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Galle Face Green and shopping. Overnight in Colombo.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for departure.
Best for: Couples & families
Yes, Indian travellers need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization), which is quick and easy to obtain online. We'll guide you through it.
December to April is the best season for the west and south coasts and hill country. Sri Lanka can be visited year-round with regional weather variations.
Sri Lanka is compact, but hill-country roads are winding. Drives are scenic; the longest stretches are broken up with sightseeing stops for comfort.
Yes - elephants at Pinnawala, tea country, beaches and gentle culture make it a lovely, easy family destination close to India.
Yes, Sri Lankan cuisine has plenty of vegetarian options, and Indian food is widely available given the cultural closeness.