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Sri Lanka Tour Package – 6 Days

Q: What does this Sri Lanka 6 day tour include?

Airport pick-up and drop-off, 5 nights' accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis, all transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking chauffeur guide, bottled water during sightseeing, and all sightseeing listed in the itinerary.

Q: What should I pack for 6 days in Sri Lanka, including the hill country?

Pack a light jacket for cool evenings in the hills, alongside your usual lightweight clothing, modest temple wear, comfortable walking shoes for Sigiriya, and swimwear for the Galle/Bentota leg.

Price : On request

This Sri Lanka 6 day tour is a Sri Lanka 5 nights 6 days itinerary covering Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Galle and Bentota, before finishing in Colombo. It’s a well-paced Sri Lanka 6 days tour package for travellers who want the cultural triangle, cool hill country tea estates and a coastal finish without needing a full week away. Private air-conditioned transport, an English-speaking chauffeur guide, and airport transfers are included throughout.

Your Sri Lanka 6 Day Tour at a Glance

This Sri Lanka 6 day tour is built for exactly that. Over 6 days in Sri Lanka, you’ll climb the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya, explore Kandy’s temples and tea country, cool off in the hills of Nuwara Eliya, cross Ella’s Nine Arch Bridge, and finish with colonial charm and beach time at Galle and Bentota.

This Sri Lanka itinerary 6 days moves through five distinct regions with one overnight stop each — never a rushed same-day dash — and it’s entirely private: your own vehicle and driver-guide throughout, never a shared coach group.

Overnight Stays

Sigiriya– 1 Night
Kandy– 1 Night
Nuwara Eliya– 2 Nights
Bentota/Galle– 1 Night

Covered Locations and Activities

Sigiriya – Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Village Tour, Wildlife Jeep Safari, Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Kandy – Matale Spice Garden, Batik Factory, Kandy View Point, Kandy Cultural Show, Kandy Lake, Kandy Temple, Kandy City Tour, Wood Handicraft Centre, Gem Museum, Peradeniya Botanical Garden
Nuwara Eliya – Ramboda Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, Ramboda Waterfall, Tea Factory and Tea Fileds, Nuwara Eliya City Tour, Ancient Post Office, Nuwara Eliya View Point, Victoria Park and Gregory Lake, Seetha Amman Temple, Hakgala Botanical Garden ( Ashoka Vathika)
Ella – Ella Train Station, Ella Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Cave, Ravana Waterfall
Galle – Hikkaduwa Beach, Galle Dutch Fort, Roomassala Sanjeewani Mountain, Japanese Peace Pagoda
Bentota – Maadu River Mangroves Boat Ride, Cinnamon Island Visit, Fish Spa, Turtle Watching
Colombo – Colombo City Tour ( Galle Face, Lotus Tower, Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Hindu Kovil)

Why Book With Silk Way Ceylon Tours

We’re an SLTDA-licensed Sri Lanka tour package specialist that plans every itinerary in-house, with a dedicated tour consultant and Sri Lanka private tours with driver on every trip — your own vehicle and guide throughout, never combined with other bookings.

Ready for 6 days in Sri Lanka covering Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella and Galle? Contact us today to customise this Sri Lanka tour package and get your quotation — or if you’d prefer something shorter, see our 5 day Sri Lanka tour package, or our 7 day Sri Lanka tour package if you’d like one more day.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Early Morning Arrival at the airport
Proceeding to Sigiriya
Check in to the hotel at Sigiriya
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple - Stunning cave complex in Sri Lanka, featuring five caves filled with Buddhist murals and statues.
Sigiriya Village Tour - Offers visitors an immersive experience into traditional Sri Lankan rural life ( Bullock Cart Ride, Tractor Ride, Boat Ride, Local Cooking Demonstrations, Paddy Field Walks, Tuk Tuk Ride)
Wildlife Jeep Safari at Minneriya if time permits.
Dinner at the hotel

Climb Sigiriya Rock in the morning- Ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka, renowned for its impressive frescoes, mirror wall, water gardens, advanced urban planning, and historical importance as a royal Palace.
Proceeding to Kandy.
Visit Matale Spice Garden on the way to Kandy - Showcasing the diverse range of spices grown on the island and their traditional uses.
Visit Batik Factory - Showcasing traditional art of batik, from wax application to vibrant dyeing
Kandy Hotel Check in
Kandy Cultural Show - Presents a vibrant display of traditional Sri Lankan dance, music, and drumming
Visit Kandy View Point - Enjoy panoramic views of the scenic Kandy Lake, city, and the surrounding hills
Walk around the Kandy Lake - leisurely boat rides, scenic walks around its charming pathways
Visit Kandy Temple of Tooth Relic - holds immense significance as a symbol of Sri Lankan Buddhism and a vital Buddhist pilgrimage site which houses the sacred tooth of the Buddha.

Breakfast at the hotel
Visit Kandy Handicraft Centre and Factory- Firsthand look at the creation of traditional Sri Lankan crafts, from raw materials to finished products.
Visit Kandy Gem Museum and Workshop- Explore Sri Lanka's rich gemstone heritage, showcasing a variety of precious stones and the island's gem mining and cutting traditions.
Proceeding to Nuwaraeliya
Visit to Ramboda Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Kovil - Hindu temple dedicated to Hanuman located in Ramboda known for its 18-foot tall Hanuman statue and beautiful views.
Visit Ramboda Waterfall - Scenic waterfall you will see along Kandy- Nuwara Eliya Road
Visit Tea Factory - Explore the tea-making process, including plucking, withering, rolling, fermentation, firing, and sorting. The tour concludes with a complimentary Ceylon Tea tasting session.
Scenic Drive through the hill country and the views of Waterfalls, Tea Factories and Tea Fields. Check in to the hotel and have a relaxing and charming evening while enjoying a cup of famous Ceylon Tea.

Breakfast at the hotel
Nuwara Eliya City Tour - Walk around the city, vegetable and fruit markets
Visit Nuwara Eliya Post Office - Established during the British colonial era and is one of the oldest post offices in Sri Lanka. You can send a postcard to your home.
Visit Shanthipura View Point- Shanthipura is the highest situated village in Sri Lanka. Offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills, valleys, and the Nuwara Eliya town.
Gregory Lake and Victoria Park - Boat Rides, Speed Boats, Jet Ski, Horse Rides, Leisure Walks with your loved ones
Visit Nuwaraeliya Seetha Amman Temple - known as the place where Sita was held prisoner in the Hindu epic "Ramayana."
Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden - Believed to be the "Ashok Vatika" from the Ramayana, where Sita was held captive by Ravana.
Leisure time in the evening in a exceptionally cool environment
Dinner at the hotel

Checking Out from the hotel and start proceeding to Galle via Ella
Visit Ella Train Station - Famous and picturesque train station
Nine Arch Bridge - Beautiful old bridge in Ella with nine arches, and it's a great spot to see trains go by in a pretty green setting.
Visit Ravana Cave - Ravana Cave is a set of caves linked to the old stories of King Ravana
Visit Ravana Ella Waterfall - Ravana Ella Waterfall is a stunning waterfall named after the legendary King Ravana from the Ramayana story, where it's said he hid Princess Sita.
Reaching Galle
Visit Still Fishing sites - Cultural spectacle where fishermen perch on stilts in the shallow waters
Visit Galle Dutch Fort - UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a historic fort, showcasing a blend of European architectural styles and offering stunning views of the Indian Ocean.( Clock Tower, Light House, Museums, International Cricket Ground )
Visit Sanjeewani Mountain in Roomassala - Believed to be a fragment of the Himalayas, carried by Hanuman, that fell to earth while transporting medicinal herbs to heal Lakshmana.
Beach Activities and have some leisure in the evening while enjoying sunset views
Visit Japanese Peace Pagoda- Stupa built by Japanese monks as a symbol of peace, offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Breakfast at the hotel
Visit Hikkaduwa Beach - If time permits we can enjoy some surfing, snorkeling or turtle feeding at famous Hikkaduwa Beach. Snorkeling can be done very close to the beach in 3FT-4FT
Proceeding to Colombo
Maadu River Boat Ride, Fish Spa - Scenic boat safari experience through a network of mangrove forests, providing opportunities to witness diverse wildlife.
Visit Cinnamon Islands in Maadu River - Witness the cultivation and processing of cinnamon, learn about its history, and experience the local village life.
Turtle watching in Bentota - Observe and learn about turtle conservation and get close to baby turtles
Colombo City Tour - Galle Face, Lotus Tower, Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Hindu Kovil
Shopping Time in Colombo
Proceeding to the airport in the evening for departure

Complimentary Value-Added Services

Spice garden visit, Tea plantation visit & factory visit - Free tea tasting

Free Gem shop and lapidary visit, Visit to art and craft center, Batik and Silk Centre

Visa Formalities

The Validity of the passport should be 06 months from the date of departure. Please note all clients will have to log into the website and obtain the visas prior to arrival in Sri Lanka.

Important Notes

All sightseeing is optional, one can visit if the guest likes only.
Some sites are subject to time and weather conditions and other unavoidable circumstances. E g: safari, whale watching
At Nuwara Eliya, sightseeing & travel are not allowed after 8 pm due to mist & fog.
Smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
Please note that the transfer duration if mentioned is approximate only. Transfer durations are subject to change due to weather, traffic, road conditions according to the chosen route, or issues beyond our control.
In temples, visitors will have to wear long clothes that cover the body. ( Ex: Kandy Temple )
The hotels mentioned above will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. If the hotel is not available similar alternative will be arranged.

Important

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and vary by season, hotel type and group size — request a free quote with your exact dates.

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FAQs on 6 Day Sri Lanka Tour

This Sri Lanka 6 day tour includes airport pick-up and drop-off, 5 nights’ accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis, all transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking chauffeur guide, bottled water during sightseeing, and all sightseeing listed in the itinerary. Entrance fees, personal expenses and visa charges are not included.

For 6 days in Sri Lanka, yes — six days comfortably covers the cultural triangle, hill country tea estates, the Ella region and a coastal finish, which is exactly this itinerary’s route, without feeling rushed.

A well-balanced Sri Lanka itinerary 6 days pairs Sigiriya and Kandy with a proper two nights in Nuwara Eliya for tea country, then Ella and a coastal finish at Galle and Bentota — the exact structure of this tour.

A Sri Lanka 5 nights 6 days itinerary like this one typically covers one region per night — Sigiriya, Kandy, two nights in Nuwara Eliya, then a coastal finish — giving a complete but unrushed introduction to the island.

Yes — this 6 day Sri Lanka tour includes a stop at Ella Train Station and the Nine Arch Bridge en route from Nuwara Eliya to the coast.

Every Sri Lanka private tours with driver itinerary we run is exclusively yours — your own vehicle and driver-guide for the full trip, never combined with other bookings.

Yes. Most nationalities need a Sri Lanka Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before arrival, regardless of trip length. It’s a simple online application — apply at least a few days before you travel.

The best time to visit Sri Lanka for this route (Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Galle) is generally December to April, when the cultural triangle, hill country and south-west coast have their driest weather.

Yes. This Sri Lanka 6 days tour package is a starting template — we regularly adjust the pace, swap in extra stops, or extend it into a longer itinerary if you’d like an extra day.

Because this Sri Lanka 6 day tour includes Nuwara Eliya, pack a light jacket for cool evenings in the hills, alongside your usual lightweight clothing, modest temple wear, comfortable walking shoes for Sigiriya, and swimwear for the Galle/Bentota leg.

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