9 Days Sri Lanka Tour Package
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Overview
Discover the heart of Sri Lanka on this 9-day guided tour, journeying through ancient kingdoms, misty highlands, wildlife-rich national parks, and sun-drenched southern beaches with comfortable private transport and hotel stays throughout.
Embark on a comprehensive 9-day round tour of Sri Lanka, traveling in a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle accompanied by a knowledgeable driver-guide and free Wi-Fi on board. Baby seats are available for families traveling with young children.
Your accommodation for 8 nights is provided in quality hotels, with options spanning from budget-friendly to standard and luxury categories — the nightly rate varies based on your chosen hotel tier. Each day brings a new destination and a new set of experiences:
The journey begins with your airport arrival in Colombo and an afternoon ascent of the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the ancient palace of King Kassapa I. Day 2 takes you to Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital, for an archaeological tour and an unforgettable Habarana jeep safari and Minneriya elephant gathering. Day 3 explores the sacred city of Anuradhapura, home to the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi tree, Ruwanwelisaya stupa, and the Isurumuniya rock temple.
On Day 4, travel through Dambulla to admire the cave temple complex before continuing to Kandy via Nalanda Gedige, a spice garden in Matale, and the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic, ending with a vibrant Kandyan dance performance. Day 5 winds up into the hill country to Nuwara Eliya, with stops at a working tea factory, the breathtaking Ramboda Falls, and the serene Lake Gregory.
Day 6 passes through the scenic Ella Gap en route to Yala National Park for an afternoon jeep safari in search of leopards and elephants. Day 7 visits the historic Galle Fort before settling into a coastal hotel. Day 8 heads north to Negombo with a stop at the National Museum of Colombo, and Day 9 wraps up with breakfast and a transfer to the airport for your departure.
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- Private transportation
- Dinner
- Breakfast
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Itinerary
Day 1: Colombo – Sigiriya
- Airport Transfer: Arrival at Colombo International Airport, welcomed by your driver-guide and transferred to your hotel in Sigiriya.
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress: In the afternoon, climb the legendary Lion's Rock — an ancient fortress and palace built by King Kassapa I (477–495 AD), offering sweeping panoramic views.
Day 2: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya
- Habarana Jeep Safari: After breakfast, head to Habarana for an exciting jeep safari to spot wild elephants.
- Polonnaruwa Ancient City: Explore the 11th-century ancient capital, visiting the Great Statue, the Quadrangle, and other impressive archaeological treasures.
- Minneriya National Park Safari: Experience the renowned 'Gathering of Elephants' — one of the largest gatherings of Asian elephants in the world.
Day 3: Sigiriya – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya
- Anuradhapura Ancient City: After breakfast, excursion to Sri Lanka's first ancient capital, exploring sacred Buddhist sites across the UNESCO World Heritage city.
- Isurumuniya Temple: Visit this rock temple near Tissa Wewa, famous for its intricate carvings including the Isurumuniya Lovers and Elephant Pond.
- Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi: Pay respects at the sacred fig tree said to be a southern branch of the Bodhi tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment.
- Ruwanwelisaya Stupa: Marvel at this vast hemispherical stupa containing sacred relics, considered one of the world's Eight Wonders by ancient Sri Lankans.
- Thuparamaya: Visit Sri Lanka's first Buddhist temple, the earliest dagoba constructed on the island, dating back to the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa.
Day 4: Dambulla – Matale – Kandy
- Dambulla Cave Temple: After breakfast, explore the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning Buddhist murals and statues within five caves carved into a 160-meter rock face.
- Nalanda Gedige: Discover this unique ancient stone temple near Matale, considered the geographic center of Sri Lanka, built between the 8th and 10th centuries.
- Spice Garden, Matale: Indulge your senses at a working spice garden, learning about cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, nutmeg, and mace — the spices that shaped Sri Lanka's history.
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Kandy): Visit the revered Sri Dalada Maligawa, home to one of Buddhism's most sacred relics, set within the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy.
- Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance: An evening of vibrant traditional Kandyan dances, up-country and devil dances, showcasing Sri Lanka's rich performing arts heritage.
Day 5: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
- Tea Factory & Plantation: After breakfast, journey into the hill country and visit a working tea factory to witness the full manufacturing process of world-famous Ceylon Tea, followed by a tasting of freshly brewed, unblended tea.
- Ramboda Falls: Stop at the spectacular 109-meter-high Ramboda Falls, the 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka, set amid lush mountain scenery on the A5 highway.
- Nuwara Eliya Golf Club: Pass by one of Asia's oldest golf courses, an 18-hole colonial-era club nestled in the misty highlands.
- Lake Gregory: An evening stroll around the serene Gregory Lake, a picturesque reservoir in the heart of Sri Lanka's hill country.
Day 6: Nuwara Eliya – Ella – Yala
- Ella Gap Scenic Drive: After breakfast, enjoy breathtaking views as you wind through the scenic Ella Gap, with sweeping vistas across southern Sri Lanka.
- Yala National Park Jeep Safari: An afternoon half-day jeep safari through Yala, Sri Lanka's second-largest national park, covering 979 sq km and home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and a rich diversity of bird life.
Day 7: Yala – Galle – South Coast Beach
- Galle Fort: After breakfast, head west to Galle and explore the well-preserved Dutch colonial fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later expanded by the Dutch in the 17th century.
- South Coast Beach Hotel: Spend the evening at leisure at your beach hotel on Sri Lanka's sun-soaked southern coastline.
Day 8: South Coast Beach – Negombo
- Colombo City Tour: After breakfast, head north with a stop in Colombo for a city tour.
- National Museum of Colombo: Visit Sri Lanka's largest museum, housed in a grand colonial building and showcasing the island's history, art, and royal regalia spanning thousands of years.
Day 9: Negombo – Airport
- Departure Transfer: After breakfast, transfer to the international airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 9-day Sri Lanka journey.
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