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Looking for a complete experience of Sri Lanka in just a week? If yes then our Sri Lanka 8 day itinerary is ideal for you. It will help you explore the culture, nature, beaches and wildlife of Sri Lanka in one trip. Our tour is structured to offer you enough time to visit the top destinations of the country while enjoying comfort and convenience.
Our Sri Lanka itinerary 8 days is designed for comfort, convenience and exploration. This tour starts with arrival at Negombo where you will be greeted and briefed for the trip. From here, the journey moves through Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Bentota and Colombo. It covers cultural, historical, natural and leisure highlights. This 8-day tour is balanced to include cultural experiences, wildlife, sightseeing and relaxation. You will explore ancient temples, stroll through tea plantations, go on a safari and relax on beaches. Our tour ensures travelers enjoy every destination without feeling rushed. Whether it is your first time in Sri Lanka or you want to revisit the country, our itinerary offers the perfect mix of experiences in a well-planned schedule.
Below is the list of key destinations covered in our Sri Lanka trip itinerary:
This journey begins in Negombo where travelers arrive and settle in before starting the main tour. It serves as an easy starting point for this 8-day journey.
Next, the tour continues to Kandy which is a cultural and historical hub surrounded by hills and tea plantations. Here, travelers can explore the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. It is one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the country. You will also visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden, enjoy traditional dance & music and shop for local handicrafts in the markets.
From Kandy, the journey moves to Nuwara Eliya which is often called “Little England” because of its colonial architecture and cool climate. On the way, you will visit Ramboda Hanumanji Temple, stroll through the scenic tea plantation and enjoy the beauty of Ramboda Falls. Nuwara Eliya is surrounded by tea plantations, waterfalls and rolling hills. Travelers can visit tea factories, enjoy nature walks, explore botanical gardens and take in the fresh mountain air. In Nuwara Eliya, highlights include a relaxing boat ride on Gregory Lake, visits to Seeth Amman Temple and Ashok Vatika. The charming landscape of this town and calm atmosphere make it a favorite stop for travelers exploring Sri Lanka.
Yala National Park is a must-visit for wildlife lovers. Here, travelers will enjoy a jeep safari to spot elephants, leopards, crocodiles, wild buffalo, mongoose and a variety of birds in their natural habitat. Yala combines nature, adventure and wildlife experiences which makes it one of the exciting parts of our tour. The guide will ensure that you see the best spots in the park while learning about animals and the conservation efforts of the park.
Bentota is a peaceful beach town which is famous for its golden sands and water sports. Travelers will enjoy a city tour, visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and have fun with water sports like Jet Ski and water tubing. Bentota is the ideal place to enjoy the sun, relax and experience the laid-back coastal lifestyle after days of sightseeing.
The final destination is Colombo which is the lively capital of Sri Lanka. Travelers will visit Dutch Church, Sea Street, Cinnamon Gardens and the Bazaar area. You will also see the Avukana Buddha Statue which is an impressive and historic standing statue of Lord Buddha carved out of solid rock. Colombo city has modern shopping centers and cultural sports where you can shop for souvenirs, local handicrafts and traditional products of Sri Lanka. With its mix of history, culture, shopping and bustling city life, Colombo provided a memorable and enjoyable end to this trip.
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The perfect time for this 8 days classic tour of Sri Lanka is from December to April. These months offer pleasant weather, clear skies and lush landscapes. It will make sightseeing, beach visits and wildlife safaris more enjoyable. This period is also ideal for planning luxury Sri Lanka tours as the weather allows you to comfortably explore beaches, hill stations and cultural attractions.
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Negombo- Kandy- Nuwara Eliya- Yala- Bentota- Colombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International airport where you will be warmly greeted and later transfer to the booked hotel in Negombo. Check into the hotel and rest of the day is for leisure. Overnight stay at Negombo.
Enjoy delicious breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Kandy which is a 3 hours from Negombo. Enroute head to visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage which is a popular tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. This well known orphanage was started in 1975 that houses abandoned and wounded elephants. These gigantic creatures have been brought from various parts and have been kept here for their safety. You can feed and bathe them and watch the, from a closer view. Proceed to Kandy and overnight stay at Kandy.
After breakfast head to visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden which is considered to be the largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka. Later visit the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic which is yet another popular attraction to see in Kandy. The Relic is known to be Sri Lanka’s most prized possession as it is religious in the Buddhist world. In the evening, enjoy the cultural dance show that features numerous dance types of Sri Lanka. Overnight stay at Kandy.
After breakfast, proceed to Nuwara Eliya which is your next stop on this Sri Lankan Tour. Enroute visit Ramboda Hanumanji Temple, Tea Plantation and Ramboda Falls. By afternoon, proceed to Nuwara Eliya where you will be exploring some of the fascinating attractions of the city such as Gregory Lake where you will get to enjoy the scenic boat ride. See the Amman Temple and Asoka Vatika, which is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Today, after a sumptuous breakfast, proceed to Yala which is approximately 6 hours from Nuwara Eliya. By evening head to visit the famous Yala National park which is famous for its big herds of elephants, leopards, crocodiles, mongoose, wild buffalo etc. Take a jeep safari for approximately 2 hours where you will get to see amazing wildlife of Sri Lanka. After your enthralling safari tour, return back to your hotel in Yala for overnight stay.
Proceed to Bentota after breakfast and en route visit Galle Fort and beach. Galle Fort was first built by the Portuguese on the South western coast of Sri Lanka. The fort underwent modifications in the 17th century by the Dutch making it one of the most well known historical attractions of Sri Lanka. Spend your day admiring the beauty of the city at the beach. On arrival at Bentota, check in and overnight stay at Bentota.
Later get ready for Bentota city tour where you will visit Koskoda Turtle Hatchery. The tortoise hatchery is a successful conservation project that helps to maintain and improve sea turtle stability. Experience the hatchery operations, and hear about the fascinating creatures. Indulge in enthralling water sports like Jet Ski, water tubing etc. After your sightseeing tour, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head to Colombo that will take approximately 2- hours from Bentota. Drive through the city where you will be covering famous places like Sea Street, Bazaar area, Dutch Church, Cinnamon Gardens, etc. Witness the replica of Avukana Buddha and Independence Square. For shopaholics, Colombo is a paradise as it boasts of various sites where one can buy souvenirs or other things. On completion of your tour, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home
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