07 Nights 08 Days Sri Lanka Highlights Tour
8 Days
7 Nights2 Adults
Private TourHB
Meal BasisMixed (3/4/5 Star options)
Hotel CategoryTour Program – 07 Nights 08 Days Sri Lanka Highlights Tour
Guide: English-speaking chauffeur guide
About Sri Lanka
A Rich Historical Tapestry
Sri Lanka has been continuously inhabited for more than 2 million years, with the original inhabitants descended from Stone Age hunter gatherers. Immigration arrived from northern India around the 5th century BCE, forming the basis of the modern Sinhalese population. Tamils from the south of India arrived approximately two centuries later, settling in Jaffna.
Ancient Greek geographers called it Taprobane. Arabs referred to it as Serendib. Later European mapmakers called it Ceylon, a name still used occasionally for trade purposes. It officially became Sri Lanka in 1972. In 1948, after nearly 150 years of British rule, Sri Lanka became an independent country, and it was admitted to the United Nations seven years later.
Island Geography
Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, located between the Laccadive Sea in the west and the Bay of Bengal in the east. The island is situated about 30 km (19 mi) south east of the southern coast of India.
The nation has a total area of 65,610 km², with 64,740 km² of land and 870 km² of water. Its coastline is 1,340 km (830 mi) long. It is located between latitudes 5°55′ and 9°51′ N and longitudes 79°41′ and 81°53′ E and has a maximum length of 268 miles (432 km) and a maximum width of 139 miles (224 km).
Tropical Climate
Sri Lanka's climate includes tropical monsoons: the northeast monsoon (December to March), and the southwest monsoon (June to October). The climate consists of distinctive dry and wet seasons.
- Average Temperature: 28 – 32°C (Coastal areas)
- Highlands (Nuwara Eliya): Low as 16°C
- Eastern Coast (Batticaloa): High as 32°C
The coldest months are December and January, while the warmest months are April and August.
People & Culture
It has a significant population of ~22 million. The largest minority group is Sinhalese (74%), followed by Tamils (18%) and Moors (7%).
The main religion is Buddhism, which deeply influences the lifestyle and festivals. The mother language is ‘Sinhala’.
Why Visit Sri Lanka?
Known for its enchanting ancient ruins, endless soft-sanded beaches, imposing mountains, colorful festivals, tempting water sports, dense wild-life, diverse ethnical groups, and warm hospitality.
Main Places to Visit
Tour Itinerary
AIRPORT / SIGIRIYA via PINNAWALA
Warmly welcome to Sri Lanka! Meet our representative at Bandaranayake International Airport. Transfer to Sigiriya via Pinnawala. Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Proceed to Sigiriya and check-in at hotel.
SIGIRIYA / POLONNARUWA / MINNERIYA / SIGIRIYA
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Polonnaruwa for ancient city tour. Afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park (famous for elephant gathering). Return to hotel.
SIGIRIYA
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning Hiriwaduna Village Tour (bullock cart, catamaran ride, village lunch, tuk-tuk). Afternoon visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
SIGIRIYA / KANDY
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress. En route to Kandy, visit Matale Spice Garden. Arrive and check-in at Kandy hotel.
KANDY / NUWARA ELIYA
Breakfast at the hotel. Kandy city tour including Temple of the Tooth Relic and Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. Proceed to Nuwara Eliya via Ramboda Falls.
NUWARA ELIYA / YALA
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tour of Nuwara Eliya (“Little England”) including Gregory Lake. Afternoon transfer to Yala area.
YALA / COLOMBO
Early morning jeep safari at Yala National Park (high leopard density). Later transfer to Colombo.
COLOMBO / AIRPORT
Breakfast at the hotel. Colombo city tour: National Museum, Independence Square, shopping at Laksala/Odel. Transfer to airport for departure.
Proposed Hotel Comparison
| Location | 03-Star Category | 04-Star Category | 05-Star Category | Nights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigiriya | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 3 Night |
| Sigiriya | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 3 Night |
| Sigiriya | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 3 Night |
| Kandy | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Kandy | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Kandy | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Nuwara Eliya | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Nuwara Eliya | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Nuwara Eliya | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Yala | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Yala | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Yala | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Colombo | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Colombo | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
| Colombo | Suggested 3-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 4-Star Hotel or similar | Suggested 5-Star Hotel or similar | 1 Night |
03-Star Package
Bronze04-Star Package
Silver05-Star Package
LuxuryWhat's Included
- 07 nights’ accommodation in suggested hotels or similar
- Meals based on Half Board basis (HB) - Breakfast + Dinner
- Services of English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicle on private basis
- Meeting and greetings at the airport
- Complementary - Highway and parking tickets
- Complementary - Water bottles in the vehicle – 2 bottles per day per person
- Guide / Driver accommodation and meals
- Value Added Services
Not Included
- Air Fare / Air Tickets
- Sri Lanka Visa
- Entrance Fees
- Lunch
- Any Optional Tours cost not mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals other than specified in the meal plan.
- Early check ins & late check outs at the hotels
- Camera & video permits.
- Cost of beverages.
- Any expenses of a personal nature.
- Any other expenses not mentioned above.
- Tips & Portages.
- Any compulsory room supplements during the tour
Optional Entrance Fees
Note: Entrance fees are not included in the package cost. Below are the current rates per person for the locations in your itinerary.
Important Points to Note
- Check-in: 14:00 | Check-out: 12:00.
- Children under 03 years travel FOC.
- Children 12+ are considered adults.
- Early check-in is subject to availability and extra charge.
- Inform us in advance for medical or accessibility needs.
- Rates are subject to verification at booking.
- Rooms are subject to availability (No holding yet).
Tour Starting From
* Based on 02 Adults Sharing DBL
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