7D / 6N
Classic Sri Lanka — 7 Days
Our most popular tour — explore ancient cities, hill country tea estates, and stunning beaches in one perfectly balanced week.
From
$749.00
cultural
5 Days · 4 Nights
Essential Sri Lanka — 5 Days
A perfect short escape covering the heart of Sri Lanka
Negombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Colombo
From
$499.00
/ per person
Tour Highlights
- Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
- Experience a traditional cultural dance performance
- Explore the spice gardens of Matale
- Relax on the beaches of Negombo
About this tour
This carefully curated 5-day tour gives you a taste of the very best Sri Lanka has to offer. From the moment you arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, you'll be whisked away to explore ancient kingdoms, climb the legendary Sigiriya rock fortress, witness the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, and unwind on golden beaches. Every day is thoughtfully planned to balance adventure, culture, and relaxation.
Ideal for travelers with limited time who still want a meaningful, authentic Sri Lankan experience.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
5 days · 4 nights
Day
01
Arrival in Negombo
Dinner
Arrival in Negombo
Dinner
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Meet your driver at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to your hotel in nearby Negombo. Spend the afternoon at leisure on the beach or exploring the Dutch-influenced fishing town.
Today's Activities
- Airport pickup
- Negombo beach
- Dutch Canal walk
- Welcome dinner
Beach hotel in Negombo
12 km
Day
02
Negombo to Sigiriya
Breakfast
Negombo to Sigiriya
Breakfast
After breakfast, journey to the cultural triangle. Visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, climbing the 1,200 steps for unforgettable 360° views. The afternoon includes a visit to a traditional village.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Sigiriya (4 hrs)
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb
- Village experience
Hotel in Sigiriya/Habarana
180 km
Day
03
Sigiriya to Kandy
Breakfast
Sigiriya to Kandy
Breakfast
Morning visit to Dambulla Cave Temple, then continue to Kandy via a spice garden in Matale. Evening visit to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Dambulla Caves
- Spice garden
- Drive to Kandy
- Temple of the Tooth
- Cultural dance show
Hotel in Kandy
90 km
Day
04
Kandy Exploration
Breakfast
Kandy Exploration
Breakfast
Discover Kandy at leisure — Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, lakeside walks, traditional crafts, and gem museums. Evening at leisure to explore the markets.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
- Kandy Lake
- Gem museum
- Local market
Hotel in Kandy
15 km
Day
05
Kandy to Colombo Departure
Breakfast
Kandy to Colombo Departure
Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Colombo for a brief city tour before your departure transfer to the airport. Independence Square, Galle Face Green, and Pettah market.
Today's Activities
- Breakfast
- Drive to Colombo
- City tour
- Airport drop-off
—
115 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
Pelwehera Village Resort / Hotel Casamara / Hotel Sapphire
Comfortable, clean accommodation with all essentials.
Base price
$499.00 / pp
4-Star Superior
Cinnamon Lodge / Earl's Regency / Jetwing Lagoon
Premium hotels with full amenities, pools, and excellent service.
Upgrade
+$150.00 / pp
5-Star Luxury
Heritance Kandalama / Hilton Colombo / Cinnamon Bey
Top-tier luxury resorts with world-class amenities.
Upgrade
+$350.00 / 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
+$40.00
Van (KDH)
Toyota Hiace KDH
Up to 8 pax
Plenty of luggage space
Upgrade
+$80.00
SUV
Mitsubishi Montero, Toyota Prado
Up to 6 pax
6 suitcases
Upgrade
+$180.00
Luxury Car
BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Up to 3 pax
3 suitcases
Upgrade
+$400.00
Luxury Bus
25–35 seater coach
Up to 32 pax
Group luggage compartment
Upgrade
+$800.00
What's Included
Total transparency on what your booking covers and what to plan separately.
What's included
- Airport pickup & drop-off
- All accommodation (4 nights)
- Daily breakfast
- All transport with English-speaking driver
- All entrance fees mentioned in itinerary
- Bottled water daily
- 24/7 trip support
Not included
- International flights
- Lunch and dinner (unless specified)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Visa fees
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