(Approx. 3 hrs 20 min | 137 km)
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet your local representative who will assist you with your transfer to Kandy. En route, visit the world-famous:

🐘 Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Home to the world’s largest herd of captive elephants, this sanctuary houses over 65 elephants—ranging from playful calves to elderly matriarchs. Observe these gentle giants as they are fed and bathe in the river.

Arrive in Kandy and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Dinner & Overnight in Kandy

After breakfast, enjoy a guided Kandy city tour, including:

• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic: Said to house a tooth relic of Lord Buddha, brought to Sri Lanka in 313 AD hidden in the hair of Princess Hemamali.
• Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya: Home to over 4,000 plant species, including a famed orchid collection and giant palms.
• Kandy Lake: A serene man-made lake built in 1807, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
• Kandyan Cultural Dance Show: A vibrant traditional dance performance, rich with music, color, and local folklore.

Optional: Experience “Kandy by TUK TUK” for a more local vibe.Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Kandy

(Approx. 2 hrs 15 min | 98 km)
After breakfast, travel to the picturesque hill station of Nuwara Eliya, often referred to as "Little England". En route, visit:

• Ramboda Falls – A scenic cascading waterfall.
• Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple – Built by the Chinmaya Mission, this temple features a majestic 16-ft granite statue of Lord Hanuman and is a significant Ramayana trail site.
• Tea Factory & Tea Plantation – Learn the process of making Ceylon tea and taste it fresh!
• Seetha Amman Temple – A spiritual site believed to be where Sita was held captive by Ravana, as per the Ramayana epic.

Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, discover the charm of Nuwara Eliya, located at 2,000 meters above sea level. Sightseeing includes:

• City Tour – Explore colonial buildings and scenic landscapes.
• Hakgala Botanical Garden – Originally a Cinchona plantation, now home to temperate-zone flora and an orchid haven.
• Victoria Park – A peaceful park ideal for a relaxing stroll, once used for botanical research.
• Gregory Lake – A lovely lake offering boating and leisure activities surrounded by rolling hills.

Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

(Approx. 4 hrs | 180 km)
After breakfast, proceed to Colombo, the capital and commercial hub of Sri Lanka. On arrival, enjoy a comprehensive Colombo city tour:

• Fort Area – The historic colonial district.
• Sea Street & Pettah Bazaar – Explore vibrant markets and local life.
• Kayman’s Gate & Dutch Church of Wolfendhaal (1749)
• Kelaniya Temple – A revered Buddhist temple dating to the 6th century BC.
• Colombo Museum & Natural History Museum
• Dawatagaha Mosque

End the day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Colombo
Breakfast & Dinner

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
We bid you farewell and hope to welcome you again for another incredible adventure in Sri Lanka!

Breakfast