Sri Lanka Circle Tour: Coastal, Hill Country & Cultural Wonders

Travel

7 Days,/ 6 Nights

Accommodation

6 nights in hotels

Meals

Breakfasts, Dinners

Transport

By Comfortable A/C Vehicle

Group Size

Average 24 people

Team

Expert Trip Manager

Places You’ll See

This anti-clockwise travel route covers Sri Lanka’s top destinations, starting from the airport and moving through coastal Galle, scenic Ella, and the lush hills of Nuwara Eliya. Explore cultural Kandy, historic Sigiriya, and relax in Negombo before returning to the airport. A perfect mix of nature, history, and adventure!

Introduction

Details:

  • Route: Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA)

  • Drive: Transfer to hotel (if applicable)

  • Hotel: (Depending on arrival time)

Programs:

  1. Meet & Greet at the Airport

  2. Rest and Relaxation (Depending on arrival time)

  3. Optional: Colombo City Tour (If time permits)

Stay or Transfer to Galle (Depending on arrival time)

Details:

  • Route: Airport to Galle

  • Drive: 2 hr 30 Mins (155 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Galle)

Programs:

  1. Explore Galle Fort & Dutch Museum

  2. Relax at Unawatuna Beach

  3. Visit Japanese Peace Pagoda

  4. Sunset at Jungle Beach

Over Night in Galle

Details:

  • Route: Galle to Ella

  • Drive: 3 hr 45 Mins (200 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Ella)

Programs:

  1. Walk on the Nine Arches Bridge

  2. Hike Little Adam’s Peak

  3. Visit Ravana Waterfalls

Day 3: Over 1 Night in Ella
Day 4: Leaving to Nuwara Eliya

Details:

  • By Train:

    • Route: Ella to Nuwara Eliya (Nanu Oya)

    • Train Ride Duration: 3 hr 30 Mins (Scenic Journey)

  • By Car:

    • Route: Ella to Nuwara Eliya

    • Drive: 2 hr 15 Mins (55 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Nuwara Eliya)

Programs:

  1. Visit a Tea Plantation & Factory

  2. Walk Around Gregory Lake

  3. Explore Victoria Park

Day 4: Over 1 Night in Nuwara Eliya
Day 5: Leaving to Kandy

Details:

  • Route: Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

  • Drive: 2 hr 30 Mins (80 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Kandy)

Programs:

  1. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

  2. Walk Around Kandy Lake

  3. Explore the Royal Botanical Gardens

  4. Cultural Dance Show

Day 5: Over 1 Night in Kandy
Day 6: Leaving to Sigiriya

Details:

  • Route: Kandy to Sigiriya

  • Drive: 2 hr 45 Mins (90 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Sigiriya)

Programs:

  1. Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO Heritage Site)

  2. Hike Pidurangala Rock (Optional)

  3. Minneriya National Park Safari

Day 6: Over 1 Night in Sigiriya
Day 7: Leaving to Negombo

Details:

  • Route: Sigiriya to Negombo

  • Drive: 3 hr 30 Mins (150 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Negombo)

Programs:

  1. Visit Negombo Fish Market

  2. Boat Ride in the Dutch Canal

  3. Relax at Negombo Beach

  4. Visit St. Mary’s Church

Day 7: Over 1 Night in Negombo
Day 8: Leaving to Airport

Details:

  • Route: Negombo to Airport

  • Drive: 30 Mins (10 km)

Programs:

  • Transfer to Airport for Departure

 
 

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Based on 26K+ reviews

Our trip with a&d ceylon travel was absolutely magical! From the moment we landed in Colombo, everything was seamlessly taken care of. Our driver-guide was exceptionally knowledgeable about the local wildlife and always made us feel completely safe on the bustling roads. The absolute highlights were seeing the wild elephants in Minneriya and the breathtaking train ride to Ella. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a stress-free adventure!

Daniel Lewis
Daniel Lewis

Customer

Booking our family holiday through a&d ceylon travel was the best decision we made. They crafted a perfect itinerary that kept both the adults and the kids thoroughly entertained. The children loved the jeep safari in Yala and the beach days in Bentota, while we enjoyed the cultural depth of climbing Sigiriya Rock. The team was professional, responsive, and truly cared about making our trip special.

Michael Roberts
Michael Roberts

Customer

We used a&d ceylon travel for our honeymoon, and it exceeded every expectation. Knowing we had 24/7 support gave us complete peace of mind, allowing us to just relax and enjoy the incredible scenery. The resorts they recommended in Galle and Nuwara Eliya were spectacular, and the private tea plantation tour was a lovely touch. A seamless, luxurious, and beautifully organized journey.

Emily Martinez
Emily Martinez

Customer

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Total price

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