Sri Lanka 5 Days - Essence of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is an island that blends natural beauty with a rich cultural heritage. This 5-day tour package of Sri Lanka highlights its diversity, from Kandy’s sacred temples to the cool hills and tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya. It continues to the golden beaches of Bentota for relaxation and ends in Colombo, a city where history and modern life come together, offering a well-rounded island experience.
Kandy, Sri Lanka’s cultural capital, blends ancient heritage with natural beauty. Highlights include the Temple of the Tooth, Kandy Lake, and Udawatta Kele. Experience royal history, cool climate, and rich traditions.
Day 01 Activities
- Arrival at the airport, Proceed to Kandy
- Visit the Pinnawala Elephant orphanage to make friends with elephants
- Sri Lanka is one of the few destinations where you get to spend time with the majestic beast the elephant, bathing and feeding them are some of the few activities you will get to do
- Explore the world-famous temple of the Tooth, the main attraction in Kandy
- Wander around the secluded nature of the Royal botanical garden in Kandy
- Experience the spice village tour and get to know about world famous Ceylon spices
- Witness how Sri Lankan handicrafts and famous batiks are made
- Learn about the famous Ceylon Gems
- Later if time permits, take part in Sri Lankan Traditional Cultural Show
- Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel
Kandy Highlights
Accommodation
Thilanka Hotel (4Hotel)
Meal Plan
Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time
Airport to Kandy – 1 Hours
Transport Mode
Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Nuwara Eliya, known as ‘Little England,’ offers a cool climate, colonial charm, and scenic beauty. Explore tea estates, waterfalls, and lush greenery in this peaceful hill country gem.
Day 01 Activities
- After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Nuwara Eliya
- Optional scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
- En route, near Ramboda village, visit Shri Bhakta Hanuman Hindu Temple
- Prepare your cameras. Next stop will be at beautiful Ramboda waterfall
- Stop at Labukale tea garden on the way
- Then, visit the beautiful Seetha Amman Hindu Kovil
- Take a serene walk through Gregory Park and watch the stunning sunset by the Lake Gregory
- Enjoy a high tea at Grand Hotel
- Dinner & Ovrnight stay at hotel.
Nuwara Eliya Highlights
Accommodation
Galway Heights Hotel (4Hotel)
Meal Plan
Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya – 3 Hours
Transport Mode
Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Bentota, a charming coastal town, offers cycling, fresh seafood, turtle sanctuaries, and visits to Kande Viharaya. Enjoy nature trails, Madu River mangroves, and iconic stilt fishermen making it a scenic highlight of your trip.
Day 03 Activities
- After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Bentota
- It's time to enjoy a quick visit to world-famous architect Geoffrey Bawa's Country house. we are commonly known as Lunuganga Estate which was designed and built by Bawa's own hand.
- Bentota is famous for water sports. Jet ski, banana & tube boating, diving, snorkeling, deep sea fishing are a few that are popular
- Learn about Sri Lankan sea turtles at a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda
- Next, go on an amazing boat ride in Madu River through eye-catching mangroves (aquatic trees in coastal waters)
- Along the Madu River on the boat you will arrive to Fish farm and if interested get to try Sri Lankan fish therapy
- Visit Moonstone mines and watch how this enticing gem is mined in Sri Lanka
- Take a stroll along the calming beach and enjoy the spectacular sunset
- Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel
Bentota Highlights
Accommodation
Turyaa Kalutara (4Hotel)
Meal Plan
Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time
Nuwara Eliya to Bentota - 6 Hours
Transport Mode
Private Car (Air Conditioned)
Colombo, Sri Lanka’s vibrant capital, blends history, culture, and modern life. Explore museums, savor street food, shop for souvenirs, relax by the beach, or enjoy the nightlife—making it the perfect end to your island journey.
Day 04 Activities
- After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Colombo
- Visit the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple to sightsee modern architecture with a dash of cultural essence
- Take a stroll in a leisure park (Green Path, Viharamahadevi Park) and witness paintings by local artists displayed by the road
- Walk through the lively Colombo Fort bazaar, Red Mosque & Dutch Museum
- Stop by at local hangout spots (Independence Square, Arcade – Independence Square)
- Visit the famous beach front park (Galle Face Green) and the Old Parliament building
- Later, continue with shopping (ODEL / Noritake / House of Fashion /Ceylon Tea Shops/ Sri Lankan handicrafts & many more)
- Visit local pubs, clubs & casinos in the evening
Colombo Highlights
Accommodation
Cinnamon Red Colombo (4Hotel)
Meal Plan
Breakfast Only
Travel Time
Bentota to Colombo - 2 Hours
Transport Mode
Private Car (Air Conditioned)
