THE SRI LANKA TRIP
Description
This 5-day trip offers a gentle circuit of Sri Lanka’s must-see spots — from the green hills of Kandy and tea country, to the coastline of Bentota and the capital buzz of Colombo. It’s a short yet diverse slice of the island, perfect for travelers wanting a bit of everything without rushing.
Tour Timeline
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1Day 1 Arrival In Colombo & Transfer To Kandy
• Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport
• Meet & greet, then drive to Kandy (approx. 3.5 hrs)
• En route visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (optional)
• Check-in at hotel in Kandy
• Evening free or optional visit to Kandy Cultural Show
• Overnight in Kandy
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2Day 2 Kandy To Nuwara Eliya
• Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic in the morning
• Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya (approx. 2.5 hrs)
o Stop at tea plantations and waterfalls
o Visit a local tea factory
• Explore town: Gregory Lake, colonial buildings
• Overnight in Nuwara Eliya
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3Day 3 Nuwara Eliya To Bentota (via Kitulgala)
• Drive down to Bentota (approx. 5 hrs), via Kitulgala (optional for nature stop or rafting)
• Arrive at Bentota Beach
• Evening free at leisure
• Overnight in Bentota
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4Day 4 Bentota To Colombo
• Enjoy optional water sports or visit Brief Garden / Turtle Hatchery
• Later drive to Colombo (approx. 2 hrs)
• Colombo city tour:
o Galle Face Green
o Independence Square
o Pettah Market or local shopping
• Overnight in Colombo
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5Day 5 Departure
• Breakfast at hotel
• Transfer to airport for departure
• End of tour