South Asia Sri Lanka is alluring because of its never-ending beaches, ancient ruins, kind people, numerous elephants, rolling surf, inexpensive prices, fascinating trains, world-famous tea, and mouthwatering cuisine. Sri Lanka has a variety of attractions, including excitement in Colombo, a rural vibe in Habarana, coolness in Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, and calmness on the south coast of the country at Beruwala. Enjoy your fascinating holiday in this fabulous paradise.
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Highlights
- Option to add return flights for an additional cost
- Guide/Chauffeur guide throughout the holiday
- 1 Night stay in Colombo at Cinnamon Lakeside (5 star)
- Hop on a Colombo City Tour
- 2 Nights stay in Habarana at Habarana Village by Cinnamon (4 star)
- Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Visit Anuradhapura & Dambulla Cave Temples
- Experience the Polonnaruwa Tour
- 2 Nights stay in Kandy at Cinnamon Citadel (4 star)
- Visit the Spice Garden in Kandy
- Visit Sri Dalada Maligawa
- Visit Peradeniya – The Royal Botanical Gardens
- 1 Night stay in Nuwara Eliya at The Araliya Green Hills (4 star) on Breakfast Basis
- Train Journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
- Jump on a tour to Nuwara Eliya
- Visit Horton Plains National Park
- 2 Night stay in Yala at Cinnamon Wild (4 star) on Breakfast Basis
- Ride on a Safari Jeep at the Yala National Park
- 2 Night stay in the South Beach at Cinnamon Lakeside (4 star) on Breakfast Basis
- Fancy a Galle Fort Tour & Stilt Fishing
Itinerary
Day 2
Head to Sigiriya
After a fantastic breakfast, head to Sigiriya, one of Sri Lanka's most important historical sites. The ancient palace and fortress complex, called the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’ is of tremendous archaeological importance and attracts many tourists each year. It is likely Sri Lanka's most popular tourist destination.
After a long journey, you could be exhausted. Take a drink and unwind in the Habarana hotel.
Day 3
Travel to Anuradhapura in the early morning
Have an early breakfast, and head to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's historic capital. It is a UNESCO- designated world heritage site and holds religious significance for the Buddhist population. Buddhists visit Anuradhapura once a month on the full moon Poya Day to worship and contemplate. Some must-see attractions include Jetavanarama Dagoba, Anuradhapura Moonstone, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, and Kuttam Pokuna (Twin Ponds). These attractions should not be missed since they are a tale in nature.
Walk into Dambulla Cave Temples in the evening
The biggest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka is this cave monastery, a sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries. It has five sanctuaries, and essential elements include the 157 sculptures and the Buddhist fresco paintings.
Return to the hotel, and don’t forget to take a dip in the pool before your stay ends.
Day 4
Visit Polonnaruwa
After breakfast and make your way to Sri Lanka's second-oldest monarchy. The Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka includes the must-see location of Polonnaruwa, which is 2 hours from Sigiriya and 4 hours from Kandy. It is worthwhile to travel here from Sigiriya and experience the wonders of Lions Rock.
Admire the Kandy spice garden
Next stop is the Kandy Spice Garden, where you will learn all about the herbs, how they develop and grow, and what use they have for people. One of the mesmerising experiences for every guest is the typical habitat and serene quality of the spice garden.
After the exploration, make your evening great by beginning your stay at the Cinnamon Citadel.
Day 5
Explore the Peradeniya Garden
Yet another day of exploration will begin with the visit to the Peradeniya Botanical Garden. A wide range of plants, including endemic and extinct wild species, can be found in the gardens. The orchid collection there is renowned. There are more than 4000 plant species in the garden, including palm trees, spices, orchids, and medicinal plants. It has the ‘National Herbarium of Sri Lanka’ attached to it.
Admire the Temple of the Tooth Relic
The relic has been significant in local politics since the beginning, as it is said that whoever controls the relic controls the country's government. Historically, Sinhalese kings had the relic, and it is a World Heritage Site principally because of the Temple and the relic.
Finally, unwind and relax for the rest of your day and get ready for more adventures tomorrow.
Day 6
Train ride to Nuwara Eliya
As exciting as it sounds, the train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya is the most admirable. Witness some amazing landscapes during the ride and arrive in Nuwara Eliya, also known as 'Little England.’ It is a beautiful hill station created by the British looking for a cooler temperature. It is well-known for its tea plantations and for being Sri Lanka's primary tea production centre.
Adore Queen Victoria Park
Queen Victoria Park is in the heart of Nuwara Eliya and is a must-see attraction. This park was named to commemorate Queen Victoria's 60th Jubilee Coronation in 1897. Initially, the park served as a research field for the Hakgala Botanical Garden.
Visit Gregory Lake
Every traveller should see this magnificent lake in Nuwara Eliya. The lake's spacious tourist lodgings, which promote leisure activities like boating and jet skiing, are just one of many pleasures, so don't miss it.
Admire the Hakgala Garden
The Hakgala Botanic Gardens was created in 1861 to experiment with and promote Cinchona horticulture in Sri Lanka. The gardens in the hill country among Sri Lanka's tea estates in the Nuwara Eliya district are located along the Badulla Road, 9.5 kilometres southeast of the popular tourist destination of Nuwara Eliya. Like a lone giant, this considerable rock climbs to nearly 2,200 m behind the gardens and the adjoining forest reserve. The gardens take the form of many terraces on the lower slopes of the rock and face the Uva Valley, over which spectacular views of the Madulsima and Namunukula mountain ranges are viewed in the distance.
Explore the Galway Land Bird Sanctuary
It is one of Sri Lanka's most important birding destinations. This park was created to protect the montane ecology. The Dull-blue Flycatcher, Sri Lanka White-eye, and Yellow-eared Bulbul are all endemic highland birds. Birds that migrate include the Indian Blue Robin, Pied Thrush, and Scaly Thrush. Bird watchers and nature enthusiasts should take advantage of a visit here.
Nuwara Eliya Tea Tour
One of the most beautiful activities in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, is to visit the renowned Pedro Tea Estate, one of the city's many tea estates. Pedro Tea Estate allows visitors to wander among the verdant tea farms and even learn about the complex processes involved in making tea.
After a long day of exploration, spend the night at The Araliya Green Hills and relax.
Day 7
Visit Horton Plains National Park Trek
After breakfast, go trekking to Horton Plains National Park. The park offers breathtaking climbs beneath Kirigalpotta and Totapola, Sri Lanka's second and third-highest mountains. It is the only park in Sri Lanka that allows visitors to embark and go for a walk in the wild.
Yala night is here. Check in to Cinnamon Wild for your stay in Yala, surrounded by the jungle.
Day 8
Jeep Safari to Yala National Park
Start your day jumping on the jeep to explore the Yala National Park, which is home to over 215 bird species, including at least seven endemics and 44 different types of mammals. Residents include beautiful elephant herds, one of the most significant numbers of elusive leopards, sloth bears, sambars, jackals, spotted deer, and crocodiles.
Yala is also a pleasant place for birdwatchers, with bee-eaters, lovely hornbills, junglefowl, golden orioles, black-winged stilts, brahminy kites, painted storks, grey herons, purple herons, Indian darters, stone curlew among its many bird species. You might also think about visiting nearby Bundala National Park, which is renowned for its birdwatching,
After a long day at the National Park, head back to the hotel and enjoy your last night in Yala before the beach break begins.
Day 9
Discover Galle
Head your way to Galle, which has a lengthy history of colonisation, with the Portuguese having the most noticeable impact. The Dutch Fort Remains at Galle, built in the 17th century, is breathtaking. There are several dining establishments, coffee shops, gift shops, and churches to discover in the area, which is a tranquil and welcoming neighborhood.
Go Stilt fishing
Stilt fishing is a traditional type of fishing practised by local fishermen in Sri Lanka, particularly on the southern coast. Fishermen perch themselves on cross-shaped beams and wait for their catch of the day with perfect balance and incredible patience!
Relax at Hikkaduwa
On Sri Lanka's southern coast, Hikkaduwa is only 100 kilometres south of Colombo. Its stunning beaches, extensive restaurants, and hotels make it a popular tourist destination, and the town offers a wide range of local and international activities. It is one of Sri Lanka's top beach holiday spots, with an island temple, tsunami museum, and turtle sanctuary.
After a long journey, check in to The Cinnamon Bey (5 star) and take an evening stroll on the beach.
Day 10
Bentota Beach
Dip your toes in the azure, salty sea to ease the travel tiredness. The Beach is one of the most incredible places to visit in Bentota since the calm seas are perfect for water activities like jet skiing, windsurfing, and parasailing. The few eateries and coffee shops close by the sand make it convenient for you to refuel.
Day 11
Departure
After breakfast, pack up and get ready to head back to the airport. Let the joy and memories fill your thoughts and heart as you drift away.
Safe journey, Bon Voyage!
Hotels
Araliya Green Hills Hotel
The Araliya Green Hills Hotel is an excellent option for visitors to Nuwara Eliya since it provides a welcoming environment for families and several practical conveniences that will make your stay more enjoyable. The hotel is close to Victoria Park of Nuwara Eliya, Hakgala Botanic Gardens, and Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, all of which are enjoyable places to spend some time.
Cinnamon Wild Yala
Cinnamon Wild is designed to be an extension of Yala National Park and is more than just a hotel, it is intended to reflect rustic luxury in the style of a game lodge. The interior design at Cinnamon Wild Yala surpasses expectations for visitors. Monitor lizards can be seen creeping over the pathways. You might see a wild hare if you walk early in the morning. If you're lucky, you might see a leopard within 0.5 kilometres of the hotel.
Cinnamon Bey Beruwala
With 200 rooms and six speciality dining options, Cinnamon Bey Beruwala is one of the biggest resorts on the southern shore. Given that they are only 55 kilometres from Colombo, they are also a popular resort for individuals who live there because it will take them only an hour to travel there from the highway entrance. Luxury ocean living is only 85km away and requires a longer journey from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Cinnamon Citadel Kandy
The hotel is placed in the heart of tranquilly, about 3.5 hours from the airport and 15 minutes from Kandy town. While the hotel's contemporary-styled furnishings reflect the serene atmosphere, there are plenty of subtle reminders, such as traditional Kandyan artwork, that you are still in the regal dominion of the previous kings. Sri Lanka's busy hill capital and the final stronghold of the Sinhala monarchs cater to visitors seeking calm relaxation. It is tucked away in the hill country at a quiet bend in the Mahaweli River.
Habarana Village by Cinnamon
The 27 acres of lush land that the breathtaking Habarana Lake borders makeup Habarana Village by Cinnamon. The hotel's quaint cottages are grouped and have low roofs and brownish-yellow exteriors, and they were designed to resemble the indigenous thatched roof huts. Amidst tens of thousands of tall trees that provide fruit, medical benefits, and a tonne of shade, Habarana Village by Cinnamon boasts 94 Superior Rooms, 12 Deluxe Rooms, and 2 Suites.
Visit historical places like Sigiriya and the Dambulla Cave Temple, explore the ancient kingdoms of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, and get to know the vibrant local culture!
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, named the Best Five-Star City Hotel by Sri Lanka Tourism, is the pinnacle of luxury and elegance. The hotel has fully renovated rooms and overlooks the picturesque Beira Lake. Thanks to its unique fusion of luxury, individualised care, genuineness, and friendliness, you can work at your pace and in your place.
Destinations
Colombo
Nuwara Eliya
Kandy
Beruwala
Yala
Habarana
Excursions
- Colombo: Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle hotspots 2-Day Tour-£163pp
- From Colombo: Full Day Tour to Galle Fort-£111pp
- From Colombo-Negombo-Bentota-Kalutara: Sinharaja Hike-£163pp
- Colombo: Private City Sightseeing Tour-£55pp
- Sri Lanka hill country train trip, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya 2-day-£166pp
- Nuwara Eliya: Ella & Little Adam's Peak All-Inclusive Tour-£92pp
- Galle/Unawatuna/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari-£118pp
- Nuwara Eliya: All-Inclusive Private Sightseeing Day Tour-£85pp
Payment
Low Deposits: The first low deposit is due per person and will be presented at the time of booking.
- 1st Payment:25% low deposit from the total holiday cost
- 2nd Payment:40% of the remaining balance
- 3rd Payment:35% final payment
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- Price is based on two people sharing a room.
- For a family or group travelling together, at least 1 person should be 18+ years of age.
- Traveler name must match the name that appears on the passport.
- If your passport information changes after you make your reservation, please let us know.
- Hand luggage & 20kg hold luggage allowance per person.
- Lowest price is available for flights from London Airports. Supplementary charges may apply for alternative airports.
- City/Tourist tax not included.
- This holiday is provided by World Holiday Vibes and financially protected under ATOL.
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- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability for the month of May 2024/2025.
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