HomeEnchanting 9-Day Sri Lanka Tour
Embark on a 9-day Sri Lanka tour visiting the vibrant capital Colombo, the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and the sacred temples of Kandy. Experience the ancient Ritigala Monastery and a thrilling elephant safari in Minneriya National Park. Explore the lush Sinharaja Rainforest and spot endemic wildlife, then enjoy a safari in Udawalawe National Park. Discover the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home and the colonial charm of Galle, with its Dutch Fortress and lighthouse. This tour blends culture, wildlife, and natural beauty for an unforgettable journey across Sri Lanka’s most iconic sites.
- Meet and greet at the airport with assistance and transfers to the hotel
- Arrival and departure transfers, sightseeing, and visits with air-conditioned transportation
- 1-night accommodation in Colombo with bed and breakfast
- 2-night accommodation in Dambulla with bed and breakfast
- 1-night accommodation in Kandy with bed and breakfast
- 2-night accommodation in Sinharaja with bed and breakfast
- 1-night accommodation in Udawalawe with bed and breakfast
- 1-night accommodation in Galle with bed and breakfast
- All sightseeing tours and entrance tickets as per the itinerary
- English-speaking guides/drivers at each destination
- All applicable taxes and service charges included
- International and domestic flights
- International air taxes
- Optional tours not included in the program
- Entry visas
- Travel insurance
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, drinks, etc.)
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Camera fees at applicable sites
Upon arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport, our HI Tours representative will welcome you and transfer you to Colombo, the lively capital of Sri Lanka. After checking in, begin your Sri Lanka tour with a guided city tour featuring highlights such as the Old Parliament, Independence Square, Pettah Market, and the peaceful Gangaramaya Temple, concluding the day with stunning panoramic views from the iconic Lotus Tower.
After breakfast, travel to Habarana, the gateway to Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, and check in at your hotel. Later, visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World”, to admire its ancient frescoes, the Mirror Wall, and the grand Lion’s Paw before ascending to the summit for stunning 360° views of the surrounding landscape.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, continue your Sri Lanka tour by exploring the secluded 2,000-year-old Ritigala Monastery, a hidden forest retreat once used by Buddhist monks, with ancient stone pathways and mystical ruins. In the afternoon, enjoy a thrilling jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, famous for the seasonal Elephant Gathering, where herds of over 200 elephants, as well as leopards, deer, sloth bears, and exotic birds, can be spotted in the wild.
Meals: Breakfast
After an early breakfast, visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, famous for its 150+ Buddha statues and centuries-old murals. Then travel to Matale to explore the historic Aluvihara Rock Temple, where Buddhist scriptures were first transcribed onto palm leaves. Upon arrival in Kandy, enjoy a city tour featuring the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, a stroll around Kandy Lake, the vibrant Kandy Market, and a colorful cultural dance performance.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart for the UNESCO-listed Sinharaja Rainforest, Sri Lanka’s last remaining primary rainforest, and check in at your eco-lodge. Spend the day at leisure, surrounded by lush canopy, endemic wildlife, and vibrant birdlife, soaking in the serene beauty of this untouched natural paradise.
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a full-day trekking adventure in the UNESCO-listed Sinharaja Rainforest, a wilderness rich in rare wildlife, vibrant birdlife, and hidden cascades. Walk along lush jungle paths to spot endemic species such as the Purple-faced Langur, Sri Lankan Blue Magpie, and striking butterflies, surrounded by cool mist and towering trees that create an enchanting, almost otherworldly setting.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, visit Udawalawe, famed for its abundant wildlife and stunning scenery. After checking in at your riverside lodge, set out on an exciting jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, known for its large elephant herds, crocodiles, spotted deer, water buffalo, and more than 200 bird species, ideal for remarkable wildlife photography.
Meals: Breakfast
Start your morning at the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home, observing orphaned elephants during their feeding session as part of an inspiring rehabilitation initiative. Continue onward to Galle to explore its UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, wander through cobbled streets lined with colonial-era architecture, visit the famed lighthouse, and take in panoramic ocean views from the historic ramparts.
Meals: Breakfast
After an unforgettable Sri Lanka tour filled with culture, adventure, and stunning scenery, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast