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7-Day Discovery of Sri Lanka

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Trip Overview

Spend a week in paradise exploring the sweeping landscapes, bustling cities and breathtaking national parks on a wildlife tour of Sri Lanka.

Start your trip learning about the production of tea in the Sri Lankan countryside and exploring the breathtaking Ramboda waterfalls. Then, get close to exotic birds and wild elephants on a jeep safari at the Udawalawe National Park. In the coastal city of Galle, you will get an insight into the rich cultural history of the Dutch fort here, that was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From exploring the enchanting coastal city of Bentota to shopping in the main business hub of Sri Lanka; Colombo, your trip will be full of history, bustling cities and lush natural landscapes.
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Outdoors & Nature
Culture & Arts
Beach & Sea
Food & Drink

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Colombo

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Arrival in Colombo

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike international airport, a private chauffeur will greet you and then transfer you to your hotel in Colombo. You have the rest of the day free to relax after your journey or to explore the economic capital of Sri Lanka at your leisure. Here you can visit the National Museum, go to the bustling Independence Square or enjoy some shopping in the many boutique stores in the centre.

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    Accommodation

    OZO Colombo4 star

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    Activities

    Colombo CityOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bandaranaike International Airport to OZO Colombo

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Colombo

Day 2

Travel from Colombo to Kandy

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Travel from Colombo to Kandy

After breakfast, you will head on a 3.5-hour journey to Kandy, which was the last Kingdom in Sri Lanka. En route, visit a spice garden for an introduction to Sri Lankan indigenous Ayurveda plants, spices and enjoy a free 15 minute Ayurveda Massage. After lunch, visit a gem museum, batik factory and wood carving factory followed by seeing an entertaining Kandyan cultural dance performance. You will spend the night in Kandy.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel ThiLanka 4 star

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    Activities

    Ranweli Spice Garden

    Gem Factory Museum

    Gunatilake Batiks

    Wood Carving Factory

    Kandyan Cultural Dance Show

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from OZO Colombo to Thilanka Hotel, Kandy - 4 Star Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Colombo

    Matale

    Kandy

Day 3

Journey to Nuwara Eliya

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Journey to Nuwara Eliya

This morning, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy and take part in the daily morning veneration ceremony conducted at the temple. After, take a scenic 3.5-hour journey to Nuwara Eliya. En route, you will stop to see the breathtaking waterfalls of Ramboda and Lover's Leap Falls before checking in to your hotel. Later you will learn about tea production at a tea factory, walk through a lush strawberry farm and visit the famous Gregory Lake in Kandy.

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    Accommodation

    Heaven Seven Nuwara Eliya4 star

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    Activities

    Sri Dalada Maligawa

    Ramboda Falls

    Lover's Leap Waterfall

    Pedro Tea Factory

    Strawberry Farm

    Gregory LakeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kandy

    Central Province

    Nuwara Eliya

    Uva Province

Day 4

A Wildlife Tour in Sri Lanka

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A Wildlife Tour in Sri Lanka

Today you will visit Udawalawe, home to one of the biggest national parks, for your wildlife tour of Sri Lanka. En route to Udawalawe, you will visit the Seetha Amman Kovil in Seetha Eliya which is believed to be the site where lady Sita was held captive by King Ravana as mentioned in the Hindu epic, Ramayana. Go on a jeep safari at the Udawalawe National Park and observe exotic birds and different species of animals including wild elephants and the occasional leopard.

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    Accommodation

    Kalu's Hideaway Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Seetha Amman Temple

    Udawalawe National ParkOptional Activity: AU$ 62 per person

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawa

    Off-Road from Udawalawa National Park to Udawalawa National ParkOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Nuwara Eliya

    Seetha Eliya

    Sabaragamuwa Province

    Uva Province

Day 5

Galle City Tour and Madu River Boat Safari

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Galle City Tour and Madu River Boat Safari

En route to Bentota, you will stop at the coastal city of Galle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with historical and cultural significance. Embark on a Galle city tour which will give you an insight of the world famous Galle Dutch fort and many other historical and religious sites which were built by the invading forces of the past. Then take a boat ride on the Madu River and enjoy the sight of many species of animals living by the lush mangrove islands.

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    Accommodation

    Coco Royal Beach Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Stilt FishermenOptional Activity

    Galle Dutch Fort

    Dutch Reformed Church

    Madu River Boat SafariOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Udawalawa to Kalutara

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sabaragamuwa Province

    Galle

    Southern Province

    Wadduwa

Day 6

Free Day in Bentota

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Free Day in Bentota

Today you have the day free to spend as you wish. You can either stay at your resort and enjoy the spa, swimming pool and volleyball courts, or you can have a relaxing beach day in nearby Bentota. Bentota beach is an unspoiled stretch of sand with few tourists and is a popular place to indulge in some watersports. You can do anything from kite-surfing to water skiing or banana boat rides.

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    Accommodation

    Coco Royal Beach Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Bentota BeachOptional Activity

    Watersports at BentotaOptional Activity

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Wadduwa

    Bentota

    Beruwala

Day 7

Colombo City Tour and Departure

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Colombo City Tour and Departure

Today you will pack your bags full of fond memories of your incredible trip in Sri Lanka and prepare for your final departure. On the way to the airport go on a Colombo city tour to see the shopping area as well as experience the hustle and the bustle in the capital before going to the airport later in the evening to catch your flight back home.

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    Activities

    Independence Square

    Old Parliament Building

    House of Fashions

    Laksala

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Coco Royal Beach Resort to Bandaranaike International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Wadduwa

    Colombo

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What’s included?

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 17 activities
  • 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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