Heritage, Hills & Coast – 5-Day Sri Lanka Getaway
Experience the ultimate Sri Lankan journey combining culture, scenic highlands, golden beaches, and vibrant city life. From the cultural richness of Kandy and the tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya to the sandy shores of Bentota and the modern bustle of Colombo, this 5-day tour is designed to showcase the island’s best.
Highlights include the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a cultural show in Kandy, lush Royal Botanical Gardens, Ceylon tea tasting in Nuwara Eliya, turtle conservation in Kosgoda, and Colombo’s lively bazaars and shopping hubs.
Included and Excluded
- 01 night at 4★ Earls Regent (or similar) – Kandy
- 01 night at Araliya Red (or similar) – Nuwara Eliya
- 01 night at 4★ Tangerine Beach (or similar) – Bentota / Kalutara
- 01 night at Fairway Hotel (or similar) – Colombo
- Daily breakfast at hotels
- Air-conditioned transportation with an English-speaking chauffeur
- City tours of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota, and Colombo
- Government Tax (VAT 18%)
- Value-added services: SIM card on request, mineral water on arrival, wheelchair assistance
- Entrance fees to sites mentioned (see supplements below)
- Vehicle not at disposal on leisure days
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Visa & entry fees (see www.eta.gov.lk)
- Early check-in / late checkout charges
- Camera or video permits
- Personal expenses
- USD exchange fluctuations affecting rates
Entrance Fee Supplements (per adult, if pre-booked):
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage – USD 12
- Royal Botanical Gardens – USD 10
- Temple of the Tooth Relic – USD 8
- Kandy Cultural Show – Complimentary
- Gangarama Temple – USD 2
- Kosgoda Turtle Farm – USD 4
- Madhu River Boat Ride – USD 26 per boat (max 6 adults)
- Water Sports in Bentota – USD 25 per person
Highlights of the Tour
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage – Watch elephants being fed and bathed.
- Kandy City & Cultural Show – Explore Sri Lanka’s Hill Capital and enjoy a traditional performance.
- Royal Botanical Gardens & Temple of the Tooth – Orchids and a UNESCO-listed shrine.
- Nuwara Eliya & Tea Plantations – English-style hill resort, tea factory visit, and tasting.
- Bentota Beaches & Madhu River – Relax on beaches, river cruise, and turtle conservation.
- Colombo City Tour – Pettah Bazaar, temples, colonial architecture, and shopping.
- Green Tours Value-Adds – SIM on request, water on arrival, wheelchair assistance.
Itinerary
Arrive at the airport and transfer to Kandy, with a stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Evening city shopping tour and cultural show. Overnight in Kandy.
Breakfast, then transfer to Nuwara Eliya. Explore the city, visit a tea plantation and factory with tasting. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
After breakfast, transfer to Bentota. Enjoy a Madhu River boat ride and visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. Overnight in Bentota / Beruwala.
Breakfast, then transfer to Colombo. City tour including Pettah Bazaar, temples, colonial sites, and shopping. Overnight in Colombo.
Breakfast and transfer to the airport for onward flight.
Important Information
- Rates are based on a minimum of 2 passengers
- Rooms and rates are subject to availability
- Conditions apply
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