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Ready for a wonderful escape? Our Sri Lanka Tour Itinerary 9 Days offers a relaxed yet comprehensive way to see the best of our beautiful island. Spend 9 Days in Sri Lanka discovering ancient wonders, strolling through tea estates, and unwinding on sunny beaches. This 9 Day Itinerary Sri Lanka has been thoughtfully put together so you can truly enjoy each moment, without feeling rushed. We believe it’s a lovely way to experience our country’s unique charm, and we’re here to make sure your trip is comfortable and memorable.

Overnight Stays

Negombo – 1 Night
Sigiriya- 2 Nights
Kandy- 1 Night
Nuwara Eliya- 2 Nights
Galle – 2 Nights

Covered Locations and Activities

Negombo – Negombo Cathedral, Dutch Canal, Negombo Fish Market, Negombo Lagoon
Sigiriya – Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Village Tour, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Minneriya Jeep Safari
Anuradhapura – Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Temple, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, Lovamahapaya, Abhayagiri Dagaba, Jetavanarama Stupa, Isurumuniya Temple, Mihintale
Kandy – Matale Spice Garden, Batik Factory, Kandy Cultural Show, Kandy View Point, 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, Strawberry Farms
Ella – Ella Train Station, Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Waterfall
Galle – Still Fishing Sites, Galle Dutch Fort ( Light House, Clock Tower, Museums), Roomassala 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 Negombo

Evening arrival to Colombo, warm welcome at the airport.
Check-in at the hotel

: Welcome to Sri Lanka

: Welocme to Sri Lanka

: Warm Welcome at the Airport

2nd Day - Overnight stay in Sigiriya

Breakfast at the hotel.
Explore Negombo (Visit Negombo Cathedral, Dutch Canal, Negombo Fish Market )
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 national Park in the afternoon if time permits
Dinner at the hotel.

: Dambulla Cave Temple

: Sigiriya Boat Ride

: Sigiriya Village Tour

: Elephants

: Dambulla Buddha Statue

: Photography Tours

: Sri Lanka Authentic Lunch

: Dambulla Cave Temple

3rd Day - Overnight Stay in Sigiriya

Proceeding to Anuradhapura
Visit Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Temple - Home to a revered sapling of the Bodhi tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment, the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Temple offers foreign visitors a unique opportunity to observe Buddhist traditions, appreciate the temple's ancient atmosphere
Visit Ruwanwelisaya Stupa - One of the largest stupas in Sri Lanka, Dominating the Anuradhapura skyline, captivates visitors with its sheer scale and its deep spiritual meaning for Buddhist devotees.
Visit Lovamahapaya - historical site marked by hundreds of stone pillars which once supported a multi-storied monastic residence.
Visit Abhayagiri Dagaba - towering brick structure in Anuradhapura, one of the largest stupas in the ancient world and a vital Buddhist institution.
Visit Jetavanarama Stupa - once among the tallest structures of the ancient world, remarkable example of ancient Sri Lankan brickwork, a testament to ancient Sri Lankan engineering.
Visit Isurumuniya Temple - charming rock temple renowned for its beautiful ancient stone carvings, including the famous "Lovers" sculpture.
Visit Mihintale - Sacred mountain peak where Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka marked by ancient stupas, monastic ruins and panoramic views
Proceeding back to Sigiriya
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Temple

Ruwanweli Maha Seya Temple

Lovamahapaya

Abhayagiri Vihāra

Abhayagiriya Sthupa

Jethavanarama Sthupa

Isurumuniya Rock Temple

Mihintale Rock

4th 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

Top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Matale Spice Garden

Batik Experience

Cultural Show

Kandy Lake Round

Kandy Temple

Kandy Temple

5th 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.
Visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden - stroll through orchids and palms, learn about spices and medicinal plants, enjoy peaceful picnics on the great lawn
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
Tea Plantation Visit - 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

Peradeniya Botanical Garden

Scenic roads along the way

Ramboda View Point

Ramboda Falls

Tea Plantation Visit

Tea Factory

6th 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 Ambewela New Zealand Dairy Farm - Picturesque landscape similar to New Zealand, offers the chance to experience a working dairy farm, observe cattle farming, milking process, enjoy fresh dairy products.
Visit picturesque Strawberry Farms - Walk through the fields, hand-pick fresh, juicy strawberries, learn about their cultivation and enjoy strawberry-based jams, juices, and desserts.
Leisure time in the evening in a exceptionally cool environment and enjoy Ceylon Tea
Dinner at the hotel
Nuwara Eliya Viewpoint

Gregory Park

Gregory Lake Boat Rides

Jet Ski at Nuwara ELiya

Horse Riding

Nuwaraeliya Post Office

Ambewela New Zealand Farm

Colonial British Architecture

7th Day - Overnight Stay in Bentota/Galle

Start proceeding to Galle via Ella
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.
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 Still Fishing sites - Cultural spectacle where fishermen perch on stilts in the shallow waters
Visit Roomassala Mountain - 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.
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 )
Check into Galle Hotel
Ashoka Vatika – Hakgala Botanical Garden

Ella Train Station

Nine Arch Bridge Ella

Ravana Waterfall

Roomssala Hill

Galle Fort – Clock Tower

8th Day - Overnight Stay in Bentota/Galle

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 deep water with no risk at all.
Visit Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mines if time permits - 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, Releasing baby turtles to sea
Evening leisure time at the hotel.
Hikkaduwa

Snorkeling at Hikkaduwa

Moonstones and Gems

Moonstone Mines

Maadu River Boat Ride

Fish Spa

Cinnamon Island Visit

Turtle Watching

9th Day - Departure

Breakfast at the hotel
Some leisure time at the beach.
Proceeding to Colombo.
Colombo City Tour if time permits- Galle Face Green, Lotus Tower, Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Hindu Kovil, Colombo National Museum
Enjoy some shopping
Proceeding to airport for midnight departures.
Colombo City Tour – Old Parliament

Colombo National Museum

Colombo Independence Square

Gangaramaya Temple

Colombo Kovil and Lotus Tower

Colombo Town Hall

Colombo Red Mosque

Colombo Night Life