Sri Lanka Highlights: Kandy, Hills & the South Coast

Overview

Stay: 6 nightsMeals: Daily breakfast and dinner

A rounded first trip: elephants at Pinnawala, the Temple of the Tooth and a Sigiriya day, tea country at Nuwara Eliya, and the south coast with Galle Fort.

Tour highlights

Pinnawala elephant orphanage

Temple of the Tooth and a Kandyan dance show

Sigiriya rock fortress

Galle Fort and Mirissa

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive Colombo, drive to Kandy

Visit Pinnawala on the way and see a Kandyan dance in the evening.

Day 2Sigiriya day trip

Climb Sigiriya Rock and return to Kandy.

Day 3Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Temple of the Tooth, then into tea country; stop at Seetha Amman temple.

Day 4Nuwara Eliya to Bentota

Drive down to the coast.

Day 5Galle and Mirissa

Walk Galle Fort and spend the afternoon at Mirissa.

Day 6Bentota to Colombo

City tour including Gangaramaya temple and Galle Face Green.

Day 7Depart

Airport transfer.

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What’s included

Stay & Meals

2 nights in Kandy
1 night in Nuwara Eliya
2 nights in Bentota
1 night in Colombo
Stays on twin-sharing basis — property details confirmed at booking
Daily breakfast and dinner

Transport

Private car with English-speaking chauffeur-guide

Sightseeing & Experiences

All sightseeing as per itinerary
ETA (visa) assistance

Support

Dedicated Epicure Trips travel expert
24/7 on-trip support

Not included

International airfare, unless mentioned
Visa fees and travel insurance
Meals other than those mentioned
Optional tours, entry tickets and activities not listed above
Tips, porterage and personal expenses
Hotel city/tourism tax payable directly at check-in, where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable by law

Frequently asked questions

Are flights included?

Only where the inclusions say so. We can add flights from your city at the best available fare when you book.

Can I customise this package?

Yes. Every package can be changed — dates, hotels, number of nights and sightseeing. Share what you have in mind and we’ll send a revised plan at no cost.

Is the price per person?

Yes, the listed price of ₹45,650 is per person and depends on travel dates, hotel availability and group size. Your travel expert confirms the final price before you book.

How do I book this tour?

Tap “Get Best Price” or call us on +91 92209 34949. A single travel expert handles your booking from start to finish, with 24/7 support while you travel.