5 days, 4 nights in Sri Lanka Tour Itinerary

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Day 1: Airport to Sigiriya

On this day, we will drive to Sigiriya, which is the center for exploring the major Buddhist archaeological sites in Sri Lanka. En route, we visit the Dambulla, the beautiful cave temples perched at more than 100m above the main roads. In the late afternoon, we will climb the spectacular rock fortress of Sigiriya, which is one of the major tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.

Recommended Sigiriya Hotels

Day 2: Sigiriya to Kandy

Kandy is the first stop on this day, about 3 hours drive away. At 500 m above sea level, Kandy is the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. We go to the Temple of the Tooth, which houses the sacred tooth of Buddha. We will also enjoy a tour around Kandy, with its cool climate and bustling town centre. The National Museum and the shrines around Kandy are also places of interests we can visit. En route visit a herbal garden. In the evening, enjoy a cultural show featuring the various dances of Sri Lanka.

Day 3: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

From Kandy, its another 3 hour journey to Nuwara Eliya. Situated at 1889 m, it used to be the summer resort of the British. It is a beautiful town set against the backdrops of English country-style houses, tea plantations and waterfalls. Cold climate, so layer up! Along the way, we will visit a tea plantation & tea factory.

Recommended Nuwara Eliya Hotels

Sampath Rest Guesthouse
Single Tree Hotel
Tea Bush Hotel

Day 4: Nuwara Eliya to Yala National Park (Thissamaharamaya)

On the day we start from Nanu Oya Station to take a scenic train trip up to Ella, a great experience, then en route to Yala, will stop at to see the waterfalls on the way.

Recommended Thissamaharamaya Hotels

Day 5: Thissamaharamaya to Mirissa or Hikkaduwa

Start the day with a safari at Yala National Park and drop you in Mirissa or Hikkaduwa (recommended beach towns) other beach of your choice, or another place in your plans (arrange with your driver). Many visitors choose to stay a few days on one of these beaches and arrange their own transportation back to the airport via taxi, shuttle, or train.