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Experience the best of this beautiful island with our 8 days tour in Sri Lanka. This Sri Lanka 8 day tour is thoughtfully designed to give you a memorable glimpse into its culture, nature, and history. Our Sri Lanka 8 day tour packages offer a relaxed pace, perfect for soaking in the sights. You’ll spend 7 nights in Sri Lanka, exploring ancient cities, lush tea plantations, and stunning beaches – a lovely way to discover the heart of this captivating country.

Overnight Stays

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

Covered Locations and Activities

Sigiriya – Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Village Tour, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Minneriya Jeep Safari
Kandy – Matale Spice Garden, Batik Factory, Kandy Cultural Show, Kandy Lake, Kandy Temple, Kandy City Tour, 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 as per Ramayana)
Ella – Ella Train Station, Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Cave, Ravana Waterfall, Little Adaams Peak ( Ella Swing, Ravana Zipline)
Yala – Yala National Park, Ussangoda Nationala Park, Kataragama Temple
Galle – Still Fishing Sites, Galle Dutch Fort ( Light House, Clock Tower, Museums), Roomassala Sanjeewani Mountain, Japanese Peace Pagoda, Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mines, Hikkaduwa Beach ( Surfing, Snorkeling, Turtle Feeding)
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)

Tour Plan

1st Day - Overnight stay in Sigiriya

Early Morning Arrival at the airport and warm welcome.
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)
Dinner at the hotel
Welcome to Sri Lanka

Dambulla Buddha Statue

Dambulla Cave Temple

Sigiriya Boat Ride

Sri Lankan Food

Village Tour – Culinary Experience

2nd Day - Overnight stay in Kandy

Climb Sigiriya Rock in the morning and witness sunrise- Ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka, renowned for its impressive frescoes, mirror wall, advanced urban planning, and historical importance as a royal Palace. Some believe Sigiriya as a royal residence during the Ramayana era, possibly linked to King Ravana.
Proceeding to Kandy
Visit Matale Spice Garden on the way - 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 pilgrimage site which houses the sacred tooth of the Buddha.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya Ancient Ruins

Matale Spice Garden

Batik Experience

Kandy View Point

Cultural Show

Kandy Lake Round

Kandy Temple

3rd Day - Overnight Stay in Nuwara Eliya

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 tea tasting session.
Check-in to hotel at Nuwara Eliya
Scenic Drive through the hill country and the views of Waterfalls, Tea Factory and Tea Fields. Check in to the hotel and have a relaxing and charming evening while enjoying a cup of famous Ceylon Tea.
Kandy Woodcarving

Kandy Gem Museum and Workshop

Ramboda Hanuman Kovil

Ramboda Waterfall

Tea Plantation Visit

Tea Factory

4th Day - Overnight Stay in Nuwara Eliya

Wake up to a beautiful morning in an exceptionally cool climate. 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
Nuwaraeliya Post Office

Jet Ski at Nuwara ELiya

Horse Riding

Gregory Lake Boat Rides

Ashoka Vatika – Hakgala Botanical Garden

5th Day - Overnight Stay in Yala

Checking Out from the hotel and start proceeding to Yala via Ella
Visit Divurampola Temple - Sacred site where Sita underwent the Agni Pariksha (fire ordeal) to prove her purity to Rama after her rescue from Ravana in the Ramayana epic
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 Little Adams Peak - Relatively easy hike for rewarding panoramic views of Ella. If you are into bit of an adventure you can try Ella Zipline on the way for a thrilling ride and capture a memorable photo on the Ella Swing overlooking the stunning scenery.
Lunch at Ella
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 Yala and check in to hotel at Thissamaharama/ Yala
Leisure time in the evening
Nine Arch Bridge Ella

Divurampola Temple

Ella Train Station

Little Adams Peak Hike

Ravana Waterfall

6th Day - Overnight Stay in Galle

Jeep Safari at Yala National Park in the morning - Most popular National Park in Sri Lanka renowned for its high density of leopards, diverse wildlife including elephants, sloth bears, and numerous bird species
Visit Kataragama Murugan Kovil - primarily dedicated to Skanda-Murugan, local legends suggesting it may have been visited by Hanuman to pay homage to Lord Kataragama (Skanda)
Visit Ussangoda Natioanl Park Ramayana Site - barren land in Ussangoda is believed to be the place where Rama used “Vajrayudha” (a powerful weapon), and said to be the spot where Hanuman’s tail set fire to the land to burn down Ravana’s kingdom.
Start proceeding to Galle
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.
Visit Japanese Peace Pagoda- Stupa built by Japanese monks as a symbol of peace, offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.
Check into Galle Hotel
Leisure time at the beach and enjoy sunset views.
Sri Lanka Safari

Lepards

Kataragama Temple

Ussangoda National Park

Roomassala Hanuman Statue

Japanese Peace Pagoda

7th Day - Overnight Stay in Colombo

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 Hikkaduwa Beach - Famous beach for surfing, snorkeling and turtle feeding, If time permits snorkeling can be done very close to the beach in 3FT-4FT deep water with no risk at all.
Visit Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mines - Offer tourists a glimpse into the traditional mining of moonstones, a precious gemstone unique to Sri Lanka, and the process of extracting and polishing them.
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
Proceeding to Colombo
Hotel check in at Colombo
Relaxing evening at the hotel and enjoy Colombo night life
Galle Dutch Fort

Hikkaduwa

Moonstones and Gems

Maadu River Boat Ride

Cinnamon Island Visit

Turtle Watching

8th Day - Departure

Breakfast at the hotel
Colombo City Tour - Galle Face Green, Lotus Tower, Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Hindu Kovil
Visit Kelaniya Temple - legend mentions that Vibhishana, Ravana’s brother who had supported Rama to defeat Ravana, was crowned Lanka’s king after the battle and the coronation occurred in this site.
Visit Munneshwaram Temple - believed that at this place, Lord Rama prayed to Lord Shiva, to remove the “Brahmahatya Dosha” which he got after killing King Ravana.
Manavari Temple, Chilaw - Believed to be the first place where Lord Rama installed and prayed to a Shiva Lingam after his victory over King Ravana
Proceeding to airport for evening departures
Colombo City Tour – Lotus Tower

Colombo National Museum

Colombo Gangaramaya Temple

Kelaniya Temple

Manavari Temple