5D / 4N
Essential Sri Lanka — 5 Days
Discover the cultural triangle and tropical charm of Sri Lanka in 5 unforgettable days. Perfect for short getaways and first-time…
From
$499.00
cultural
7 Days · 6 Nights
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Classic Sri Lanka — 7 Days
The most popular Sri Lanka itinerary
Negombo → Sigiriya → Dambulla → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Bentota → Colombo
From
$749.00
/ per person
Tour Highlights
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise
- Explore Dambulla Cave Temples
- Tour a working Ceylon tea factory
- Scenic train ride through hill country
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
- Beach time in Bentota
- Cultural dance performance
About this tour
Seven days, seven unforgettable experiences. This is the tour our customers ask for most often, and for good reason — it captures the essence of Sri Lanka in a perfectly paced itinerary.
Start with the cultural triangle and Sigiriya, hike through the ancient cave temples of Dambulla, sip Ceylon tea in the cool hills of Nuwara Eliya, and finish with sunshine on the south coast. Every transition flows naturally, every day brings something new.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
7 days · 6 nights
Day
01
Arrival in Negombo
Dinner
Arrival in Negombo
Dinner
Welcome to paradise! Meet your driver at the airport and transfer to your beach hotel in Negombo. Relax after your flight and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Today's Activities
- Airport pickup
- Beach time
- Welcome dinner
Beach hotel in Negombo
12 km
Day
02
Negombo to Sigiriya
Breakfast
Negombo to Sigiriya
Breakfast
Drive to the cultural triangle. Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore the ancient frescoes and royal gardens.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Drive to Sigiriya
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Sunset at hotel
Hotel in Sigiriya
180 km
Day
03
Sigiriya to Kandy via Dambulla
Breakfast
Sigiriya to Kandy via Dambulla
Breakfast
Morning visit to Dambulla Cave Temple, drive through Matale spice garden, arrive in Kandy for the Temple of the Tooth and a Kandyan cultural show.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Dambulla Caves
- Spice garden
- Temple of the Tooth
- Cultural show
Hotel in Kandy
90 km
Day
04
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Breakfast
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Breakfast
Scenic train ride through emerald tea estates from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya — one of the world's most beautiful train journeys. Tour a working tea factory.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Scenic train
- Tea factory tour
- Nuwara Eliya town
Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
77 km
Day
05
Nuwara Eliya to Bentota
Breakfast
Nuwara Eliya to Bentota
Breakfast
Drive to the south coast. Stop at the orphanage in Pinnawala (optional) en route. Arrive at your beach hotel in Bentota for sunset.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Drive to coast
- Pinnawala (optional)
- Beach time
Beach hotel in Bentota
230 km
Day
06
Bentota Beach Day
Breakfast
Bentota Beach Day
Breakfast
Full day at leisure on the beach. Optional water sports, river safari at Madu River, or turtle hatchery visit.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Beach
- Water sports (optional)
- Madu River safari (optional)
Beach hotel in Bentota
5 km
Day
07
Bentota to Colombo Departure
Breakfast
Bentota to Colombo Departure
Breakfast
Morning at leisure on the beach. Drive to Colombo for a brief city tour before your departure transfer to the airport.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Drive to Colombo
- City tour
- Airport drop-off
—
75 km
Hotel Options
Choose the comfort level that suits you. All upgrades from the 3-star base are shown per person.
Included
3-Star Standard
Hotel Sigiriya / Hotel Topaz Kandy / Galway Heights
Comfortable, clean accommodation with all essentials.
Base price
$749.00 / pp
4-Star Superior
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana / Earl's Regency Kandy / Heritance Tea Factory
Premium hotels with full amenities and excellent service.
Upgrade
+$200.00 / pp
5-Star Luxury
Heritance Kandalama / Mahaweli Reach / Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Iconic luxury resorts and heritage hotels.
Upgrade
+$450.00 / pp
Transport Options
Choose your vehicle. All options include a professional English-speaking driver, fuel and bottled water.
Mini Car
Suzuki Wagon R, Suzuki Alto
Up to 2 pax
2 small bags
Included
$0
Sedan Car
DefaultToyota Axio, Toyota Premio, Honda Grace
Up to 3 pax
3 medium suitcases
Upgrade
+$55.00
Van (KDH)
Toyota Hiace KDH
Up to 8 pax
Plenty of luggage space
Upgrade
+$110.00
SUV
Mitsubishi Montero, Toyota Prado
Up to 6 pax
6 suitcases
Upgrade
+$250.00
Luxury Car
BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Up to 3 pax
3 suitcases
Upgrade
+$550.00
Luxury Bus
25–35 seater coach
Up to 32 pax
Group luggage compartment
Upgrade
+$1,100.00
What's Included
Total transparency on what your booking covers and what to plan separately.
What's included
- Airport pickup & drop-off
- All accommodation (6 nights)
- Daily breakfast
- All transport with English-speaking driver
- All entrance fees mentioned in itinerary
- Bottled water daily
- Train ticket Kandy–Nuwara Eliya
- 24/7 trip support
Not included
- International flights
- Lunch and dinner (unless specified)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Visa fees
Traveller Reviews
Trip of a lifetime!
"We booked the Classic 7-day tour and it exceeded every expectation. Our driver Suresh was knowledgeable, friendly and made every day special. The hotels were excellent and the itinerary was perfectly paced. Will definit…"
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