| PACKAGE INCLUDES |
Hotel
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Meal
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Tour Guide
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Entrance Pass
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Private Arrangements
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Return Airport Transfer
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Depart Daily
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| TRIP OVERVIEW |
Covers Sri Lanka's most iconic and popular destinations offering a diverse and well-rounded experience of the country.
This tour also covers Sigiriya. You will explore the famous Rock Temple and also climb the Lion Rock in Sigiriya. Suitable for those seeking an adventurous tour of Sri Lanka. Throughout the tour, you'll have the opportunity to engage with Sri Lanka's rich culture, sample traditional cuisine, witness cultural performances, visit local markets, and interact with friendly locals. |
| HIGHTLIGHTS |
✔ Climb the 'Lion Rock' The 5th Century Rock fortress
✔ Explore the Buddhist Rock Temple & the surrounding caves
✔ Visit Sri Lanka's most famous Hill Resort
✔ Discover Kandy, A World Heritage Laketown City
✔ Witness the Traditional Sri Lankan Cultural Show
✔ Shopping Heaven for Jewelry's & Gem Stones
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| SKETCH ITINERARY |
D01: Arrive Colombo
D02: Proceed And Tour Sigiriya (B,L,D)
D03: Proceed And Tour Kandy (B,L,D)
D04: Proceed And Tour Nuwara Eliya (B,L,D)
D05: Return To Colombo. Tour & Depart (B,L,D)
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| DETAILED ITINERARY |
| DAY 01: ARRIVE COLOMBO
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Upon arrival you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. |
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Sri Lanka known for its world-famous tea plantations to national parks made for safaris, has plenty to tempt you away from the amazing beaches. |
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Overnight stay in hotel. |
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| DAY 02: PROCEED AND TOUR SIGIRIYA (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, proceed to Sigiriya (Approx. 180 km / 5 hrs). |
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En route, visit the magnificent Dambulla Rock Temple, one of Sri Lanka’s best preserved cave temples. Rising 160 meters above the surrounding plains, this sacred site offers sweeping panoramic views. Inside the caves, marvel at the exquisite murals depicting scenes from the life of the Buddha and discover more than 150 Buddha statues, each carefully preserved for centuries. (Entrance fee approx. USD 10 per person) |
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After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the world-renowned Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks. Begin your ascent through the majestic “Lion Paws” entrance, climbing approximately 1,200 steps up and down. Along the way, admire the ancient frescoes, water gardens, and unique architecture that showcase the brilliance of King Kashyapa’s 5th-century engineering. From the summit, enjoy breathtaking views across the lush central plains. (Entrance fee approx. USD 35 per person) |
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After descending, visit the Sigiriya Museum, where insightful exhibits and archaeological findings provide a deeper understanding of the fortress’s remarkable history and cultural significance. |
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Dinner and Overnight Stay at a Hotel in Sigiriya. |
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| DAY 03: PROCEED AND TOUR KANDY (B, L, D)
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After breakfast proceed to Kandy (A UNESCO World Heritage Site), The Last Royal Capital of The Sri Lankan Kings (Approx: 180KM / 4HRS). |
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En route Continue your journey and make a stop at a Spice Garden in Matale, where you can witness the cultivation of Sri Lanka’s world-renowned spices such as cinnamon, pepper, nutmeg, and cloves. Enjoy a guided tour through the garden, learn about their culinary and medicinal uses, and discover the secrets of traditional Ayurvedic remedies. This visit provides both an educational and aromatic experience, showcasing one of the country’s treasured natural resources. |
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Thereafter proceed on A Discovery Tour of Kandy. |
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Kandy, a World Heritage Site, was last ruled by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe and was brought under the British rule in 1815. Kandy crafts an array of culture, history and heritage in the minds of visitors across the globe. Experience an ancient Kandyan legacy engraved around its crown jewel, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. |
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Take a stroll across this small Lakeside Town which is cradled among the misty hills. Proceed on to The Kandy City Centre which is bundled with bazaars, an arts & crafts centre, as well as a gem museum & lapidary. Walk in color as you glide through fresh fruits and vegetables in the Kandy market. |
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In the evening witness the famous Sri Lankan Cultural Show. The stepping to the beat of traditional music & drumming amplified by a cultural show enhancing the rich and vibrant culture of the Wonder of Asia, Sri Lanka. |
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Lunch at a Restaurant. |
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Dinner and Overnight Stay at a Hotel. |
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| DAY 04: PROCEED AND TOUR NUWARA ELIYA (B, L, D)
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After breakfast, proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Board one of the world’s most scenic train rides! Travel from Kandy to Nanuoya through misty mountains, tea plantations, and waterfalls. Every curve offers postcard views. This is optional, seats are limited (subject to availability) and bookings open 30 days ahead. Prices: RM 78 (1st Class), RM 58 (2nd Class), including taxes, pickup/drop-off, and guide. |
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Known as the Little England of Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya is surrounded by mountains, valleys, waterfalls, and tea plantations. The climate is cool, like an English spring, and nights get chilly. The town still shows its British influence with cottages and colonial mansions. Victoria Park, in the center, is ideal for a stroll, picnic, or birdwatching. |
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Enjoy the Ceylon Tea Experience at a plantation. See how tea is picked, processed, and packed — a tradition since the 1850s. Sri Lanka remains one of the world’s largest tea exporters. |
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After lunch, continue with a City Tour of Nuwara Eliya. Winding roads, tea estates, colonial bungalows, hedgerows, and an 18-hole golf course reflect the British charm. |
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Walk through grassy paths and red-brick walls for beautiful countryside views. Drive through valleys dotted with waterfalls and tea pluckers in colorful saris. You can also take a boat ride or cycle (at own cost) along Lake Gregory. |
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Visit the Seetha Amman Temple, linked to the Ramayana. Sitadevi is believed to have stayed here, with Lord Rama, Lakshmana, and Hanuman also worshipped. Footprints believed to be Hanuman’s can be seen by the river. |
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Lunch at a Restaurant. |
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Dinner & overnight stay at hotel. |
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| DAY 05: RETURN TO COLOMBO. TOUR & DEPART (B, L, D)
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After breakfast at leisure or leave for Colombo (Approx:180KM/5.5HRS). |
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Upon arrival, proceed on a Discovery Tour of Colombo. Drive along the clean streets edging the Crystal White Race Course, a horse racing hub in 1893 & World War II airstrip, today furnished with lavish clothing, food & tea boutiques. |
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Visit Pettah for the Sri Lankan Bazaar Shopping experience, where you can shop for spices, clothing, and witness the famous Red Mosque (Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque). Built in 1908, this striking red-and-white candy-striped landmark is one of the oldest mosques in Colombo and a prominent symbol of the city’s Islamic heritage. |
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Head along towards 'Arcade Independence' and ODEL for designer shopping and top-notch cuisine, facing the beautiful Independence Square. |
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Every boutique, food outlet and even the 'walk-over fish tank' have revamped this colonial masterpiece into one of the trendiest shopping and hangout zones in Sri Lanka. |
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Have a chilled beer at the Dutch Hospital, a heritage building now transformed with fashionable shops, jewelry & handicraft brands. |
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Make a photo stop at Lotus Stadium, a lotus-shaped sports and events arena symbolizing purity and cultural heritage. |
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Conclude with a photo stop at Lotus Tower, Sri Lanka’s tallest skyscraper and a modern city icon. |
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Lunch at a Restaurant. |
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Dinner at a Restaurant and proceed to the airport for your onward flight. |
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| TRIP GALLERY |
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| Sigiriya Rock Fortress...
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| Dambulla Rock Temple: Once a sacred refuge, now a ...
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| Colombo: The Heart of Sri Lanka...
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| Sri Lanka, an island nation that is best savored s...
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| Sirigaya Rock: Let's all be amazed on this palace ...
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| Kandy, the last capital of the ancient kings' era ...
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| Learn along about the herbal and spice plant at S...
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| A visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is...
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| Shopping? Eat? Unwind? Kandy City Center is what y...
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| Sri Lankan Cultural Show, the amazing and much-ant...
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| Nuwara Eliya the Little England of Sri Lanka- Star...
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| Explore Ceylon Tea Plantation, a blend of tea and ...
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| Lake Greggory a reservoir in heart of the tea coun...
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| Seetha Eliya: The Land blessed by Sita's divinity ...
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| Pettah Market: Walk Through Colombo's Most Hectic ...
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| Side trip for an exhibition at Bandaranaike Memori...
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| Head on to Nelum Pokuna and be entertained from a ...
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| WHY BOOK NOW? |
- 20% Savings for Online Products
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| INCLUSION |
- Meet & Greet Services
- Return Airport Transfers
- Hotel Stay as Indicated
- Meals as per Itinerary
- Tours as per Itinerary
- English Speaking Guide
- FREE
(RM 02 Mineral Water Bottle per person per day)
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| EXCLUSION |
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- Sri Lankan Visa Processing Fees
- Optional Travel Insurance (Plan 2) (1-5D)
(RM 49)
- Optional Tour Tips
Entrance fee Sigiriya Rock (USD35)
- Personal Expenses
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusions'
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