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

  • 1
    Day 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

  • 2
    Day 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

  • 3
    Day 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

  • 4
    Day 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

  • 5
    Day 5   Departure

    • Breakfast at hotel

    • Transfer to airport for departure

    • End of tour