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9-Day Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Bentota & Colombo

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Trip Overview

Over nine breathtaking days, you'll experience the best Sri Lanka holiday.

Beginning in Negombo, you'll start your journey by travelling to Sigiriya, home to the famous Lion's Rock. Here, you'll climb to the top of the sacred rock to be rewarded with magnificent panoramic views. Embark on a jeep safari to witness the majestic gathering of elephants among many other mammals including leopards, reptiles and birds in the Minneriya National Park.

Over the next few days, you'll experience the wonders of traditional Ayurveda practices and indigenous herbs and plants of Sri Lanka in Kandy; visit the 'Little England' of Sri Lanka in Nuwara Eliya and experience the typical Kandyan culture.

Whilst travelling, you'll be able to admire the beauty of gushing waterfalls and tea plantations, learn the process of what makes Ceylon Tea one of the best in the world and stroll around the famous Gregory Lake and relax in its cold evening breeze.

Take on one of the world's most scenic train trips to Ella through valleys, lush meadows and other breathtaking scenery before visiting Bentota and Galle. You'll finish your trip in the hustle and bustle of the capital city of Sri Lanka, Colombo.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Negombo

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Arrive in Negombo

Today, you'll arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport where you'll meet and greet with the chauffeur guide. You'll then transfer to Negombo for your overnight stay to overcome jetlag and recharge for an exciting adventure. After checking into your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day free to spend as you wish, you may just want to relax after your long journey.

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    Accommodation

    Jetwing Beach4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bandaranaike International Airport to Negombo

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Negombo

Day 2

Negombo to Sigiriya & Minneriya National Park

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Negombo to Sigiriya & Minneriya National Park

Begin your Sri Lankan adventure with the journey to the ancient city of Sigiriya today. Home to the famous Lion's Rock, Sigiriya was a thriving capital in 5 BC and was later abandoned as Kingdoms moved towards the Southern parts of Sri Lanka. Later, you'll proceed on a late afternoon safari to spot Asia's largest elephant gathering. The Minneriya national park has 24 species of mammals and over 170 species of birds and out of the 25 species of reptiles recorded in the park 8 are endemic.

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    Accommodation

    Jetwing Lake5 star

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    Activities

    Minneriya National Park SafariOptional Activity: AU$ 93 per person

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Negombo to Sigiriya SA

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Negombo

    Dambulla

    North Central Province

Day 3

Sigriya Lions Rock & Kandy Sightseeing

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Sigriya Lions Rock & Kandy Sightseeing

This morning, you'll climb the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress after breakfast. The climb to the summit takes approximately 60-90 minutes and the terraced top has breathtakingly beautiful panoramic views of the vicinity. You'll then travel to Kandy and head out on a Kandy city tour upon arrival which will include visits to a Spice garden, the Gem Museum, Wood Carving Factory and the Kandy Lake followed by viewing an entertaining Kandyan Cultural Dance Show performance later in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    The Golden Crown Hotel5 star

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    Activities

    Sigiriya Lion RockOptional Activity

    Highland Spice Garden

    Kandy City Tour

    Kandyan Cultural Dance Show

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sigiriya SA to Kandy

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Dambulla

    Sigiriya

    Central Province

    Ampitiya

    Kandy

Day 4

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

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Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, you will visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy and witness the daily morning veneration ceremony. You'll then drive to Nuwara Eliya and en route, you'll stop to see the breathtaking waterfalls such as Ramboda Falls and Lover's Leap Falls before hotel check-in. Later, you'll get to know the full process of tea production at a Tea Factory, walk through a lush Strawberry Farm and take a scenic afternoon walk at the famous Gregory Lake.

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    Accommodation

    Amaya Langdale Luxury Hotel Nuwara Eliya4 star

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    Activities

    Sri Dalada MaligawaOptional Activity

    Ramboda Falls

    Lover's Leap Waterfall

    Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden

    Nuwara Eliya

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Ampitiya

    Kandy

    Central Province

    Nuwara Eliya

Day 5

Scenic Train Ride to Ella

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Scenic Train Ride to Ella

The train journey to Ella is known as one of the most scenic train rides in the world. You will be sweeping through lush green meadows, beautiful tea plantations and picturesque misty mountains. Upon arrival, you'll visit the magnificent Nine Arch Bridge, built under the British rule using only stone bricks and cement due to lack of steel resources. You'll also take a hike to Ella Rock in the late afternoon. The panoramic views are mesmerizing.

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    Accommodation

    98 Acres Resort & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    Nine Arch Bridge

    Ella Rock Hike

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    Transportations

    Train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Central Province

    Uva Province

    Demodara

Day 6

Ella to Bentota

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Ella to Bentota

En route to Bentota, you can experience zip-lining on Sri Lanka's first-ever zip-line, located amidst the luscious green estates of Ella. Later, when you arrive in Bentota, you'll head out on a boat ride on the Madu River which is dotted with small islands and surrounded by lush mangrove forests home to dozens of incredible animal species. You'll also visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and experience releasing baby turtles at sunset.

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    Accommodation

    Avani Bentota Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Flying Ravana Mega ZiplineOptional Activity: AU$ 42 per person

    Madu River Boat Safari

    Kosgoda Sea Turtle Hatchery

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    Private Driver from Ella to Bentota

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Uva Province

    Bentota

    Southern Province

    Kosgoda

Day 7

Explore Galle

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Explore Galle

Today, you'll explore the beauty of historic Galle. Built by the Dutch at the beginning in 1663, Galle's core is the Fort, a walled enclave surrounded on three sides by the ocean. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this historic city is a delight to explore on foot, an endlessly exotic old trading port blessed with imposing Dutch-colonial buildings, ancient mosques and churches, grand mansions and museums. Wander its rambling lanes and pass stylish cafes, quirky boutiques and restored hotels.

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    Accommodation

    Avani Bentota Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Galle

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    Private Driver from Bentota to Bentota

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Bentota

    Galle

Day 8

Bentota to Colombo

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Bentota to Colombo

This morning, you can relax at the hotel after breakfast and then later, you'll transfer to Colombo and explore the city of Colombo, which is the capital and the main business hub of Sri Lanka. You can visit historical sites and many other places of interest in Colombo. You could also try different mouthwatering street food on offer in Colombo and experience the typical life in the capital.

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    Accommodation

    Movenpick Hotel Colombo5 star

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    Activities

    Colombo City

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bentota to Colombo

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Bentota

    Colombo

Day 9

We Hope You Have Had the Best Sri Lanka Holiday!

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We Hope You Have Had the Best Sri Lanka Holiday!

After breakfast, you will pack your bags full of fond memories of this paradise island and prepare for your departure. We hope you have had the best Sri Lanka holiday! An airport transfer will be scheduled according to the flight times.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Colombo

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What’s included?

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 12 activities
  • 8 breakfasts and 8 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

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