Colombo Airport ➔ Kandy (1N) ➔ Nuwara Eliya (1N) ➔ Bentota (2N) ➔ Colombo (1N) ➔ Airport
This 5-Night / 6-Day Sri Lanka itinerary covers the cultural heart, misty highlands, tropical beaches, and vibrant capital of the country
Morning/Afternoon: Land at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Meet your private chauffeur-guide and drive to Kandy. En route, stop at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to see gentle giants bathing in the river.
Evening: Arrive in Kandy, check into your hotel, and take a romantic evening stroll around the scenic Kandy Lake. Attend a vibrant traditional Sri Lankan Cultural Dance Show.
Stay: Kandy
Morning: Visit the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a stunning 17th-century site. Afterward, wander hand-in-hand through the lush Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, famous for its magnificent orchid house.
Afternoon: Drive up into the cool central highlands toward Nuwara Eliya. En route, stop to admire the cascading Ramboda Falls and tour a lush green Ceylon Tea Plantation & Factory to taste freshly brewed tea.
Evening: Explore Nuwara Eliya's colonial charm. Relax by Gregory Lake or visit the beautifully manicured Victoria Park.
Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Morning: Enjoy breakfast in the crisp mountain air before heading down toward the southwest coast to Bentota, a tropical beach paradise.
Afternoon: Check into your beachfront resort. Spend a completely relaxed afternoon lounging on the soft golden sands and enjoying the warm ocean breeze.
Evening: Relish a quiet, candlelit dinner overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Stay: Bentota
Morning: Embark on a peaceful Madu River Boat Safari, gliding through dense mangrove forests, spotting water monitors, and visiting a small cinnamon-cultivation island.
Afternoon: Visit a local Sea Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda to learn about conservation efforts and see adorable baby turtles before they are released into the ocean.
Evening: Try exciting water sports (jet-skiing or banana boat rides) or enjoy a spectacular beach sunset.
Stay: Bentota
Morning: Travel from Bentota to the vibrant capital city of Colombo.
Afternoon: Take a guided city tour covering colonial-era landmarks, the historic Dutch Hospital shopping precinct, and Independence Square. Spend time souvenir shopping at upscale boutiques like ODEL.
Evening: Take a romantic walk along the Galle Face Green promenade, watch the sunset over the sea, and sample local street food like isso wade (prawn fritters).
Stay: Colombo
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel. Depending on your flight time, finish any last-minute shopping before your private transfer to the airport for your departure flight home.
Frequently Asked Questions
When visiting the Temple of the Tooth, ensure your shoulders and knees are covered, and remove your shoes before entering.
