7 Day Colombo Galle Yala Ella Kandy, Sri Lanka Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Colombo - Polonnaruwa
1 stop
1
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993. It comprises, besides the Brahmanic monuments built by the Cholas, the monumental ruins of the fabulous garden-city created by Parakramabahu I in the 12th century.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya - Dambulla
4 stops
2
Dambulla Cave Temple
Located in central Sri Lanka, the Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temple is a living Buddhist site that is focused on a series of five cave shrines. Inhabited by forest-dwelling Buddhist monks since the 3rd century BCE, these natural caves have been transformed continuously throughout the historical period into one of the largest and most outstanding Buddhist complexes in the Southern and South Eastern Asian region, showcasing innovative approaches to interior layout and decoration. In keeping with a longstanding tradition associated with living Buddhist ritual practices and continuous royal patronage, the cave shrines underwent several renovation and refurbishing programmes before assuming their present interior forms in the 18th century. The vast internal spaces of the cave shrines are not compartmentalized, but are spatially differentiated by a deliberate and subtle arrangement of polychrome sculpture of exceptional craftsmanship and decorated with brilliant compositions of mural paintings.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Sigiriya Lion Rock is an ancient rock fortress known for its massive column of rock that reaches nearly 200 meters high. The site dates back to the reign of King Kasyapa (477-495 AD), who chose this site as his new capital. He decorated the walls with frescoes, and built an impressive palace right on top of the rock column, accessible only through the mouth of an enormous carved lion.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
4
Sigiriya Craft Village
Join this 2.5 hour tour for lifetime opportunity to be emerged in the nature and culture of real Sri Lanka Village. Abeautiful rural area in Sigiriya city. Tour starts with a Bullock cart ride near to the village pond & at there you will experience a canoe boat ride to the next side of the rural village. After short walk within the paddy fields & vegetable cultivation you can reach village house. At the village house you can relax & taste a delicious Sri Lankan Lunch or Snacks. Then take a Tuk Tuk ride to tour start point & after finish tour you will be take back to your hotel.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Pidurangala Rock
Climbing Pidurangala Rock was amazing and we think it’s something every visitor should do while traveling in Sri Lanka. So, if you want to check out Pidurangala Rock for yourself, we wrote this blog with ALL of the info you should know before you go!
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Sigiriya - Kandy
3 stops
6
Golden Temple of Dambulla
Awesome Buddhist temple a short hike up an easy set of steps largely under the shade of the over hanging jungle plans. Great views from the top and once in the temple such an amazing plethora of buddhist statues and cave paintings. In all there are 5 caves all dedicated to Buddah with so many interesting things to see.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
7
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a world-renowned place of worship, where the left tooth of Gautama Buddha is enshrined. The temple which is venerated by thousands of local & foreign devotees and tourists daily was named as a world heritage by UNESCO in 1988. The temple which carries a lot of value to Buddhists all over the world also has immense cultural value. The architecture is of unique Kandyan architectural style with a combination of the unique style used to build “Dalada Mandira” the shrines which housed the Sacred Tooth Relic previously in other kingdoms.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
8
Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
The Kandy Lake Club Cultural Dance Show is a stimulating Sri Lankan Arts, Dance & Cultural Heritage Show that is a must see for any visitor who visits the historic city of Kandy. The Kandy Lake Club Dance started in 1982 with the view of having a cultural dance performance bringing together all Sri Lankan dance types to one platform. It is the first Cultural Dance Show of its kind to be established in Sri Lanka. It has since become a tourist attraction for many people visiting the country and keen on a glimpse of its rich cultural heritage. Hence it has been performing continuously for the last 35 years.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
3 stops
9
Explore the charming city of Nuwara Eliya, also known as little England on a full day tour visiting all the main attractions which include colonial buildings, Lake Gregory, Victoria Park and seeing beautiful landscapes covered with tea, a contrasting view apart from other major cities of Sri Lanka.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
10
Hilltop place of worship with an unusual tower combining architecture styles of many religions. Reaching the top of Ambuluwawa one can experience the most amazing views which could sometimes be covered by the ongoing mist. However, once the mist clears off the view can be scary and freak out climbers, especially those who have a fear of heights. Do note that hiking Ambuluwawa is not at all dangerous or risky, but it would not be the ideal kind of adventure for those with a fear of heights. Avoid leaning on the railing to capture photographs especially at the top as this is extremely risky and one could easily slip off from here. Ambuluwawa is a relatively easy hike to do which gives you 360 degree views of the surrounding mountains, forests, rivers and towns. It is an area richly diverse, with evergreen forests, blossomed flower plants as well creepers and about 200 different kinds of plants from 80 plant families including a variety of medicinal plants.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
11
Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden
Damro Labookellie Tea Centre, formerly known as Mackwoods Labookellie Tea Centre, is situated along the Peradeniya-Badulla-Chenkaladi Highway in Nuwara Eliya. It is a large tea estate covering over 27,000 acres of tea and rubber plantation with a long history to it. It was initially started in 1841 by Captain William Mackwood and is recognised as the second oldest mercantile firm in Sri Lanka. The tea factory is located in a scenic natural setting over 2000 m above sea level. Visitors can take a tour around the factory to learn about the tea making process and even purchase a wide variety of flavoured tea.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Nuwara Eliya - Ella
5 stops
12
Ramboda Waterfall
Ramboda Falls is 109 m high and the eleventh tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka and the 729th tallest waterfall in the world. It is situated in Pussellawa area, on the A5 highway at Ramboda Pass. The waterfall is formed by the Panna Oya which is a tributary of Kothmale Oya.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
13
Nine Arches Bridge
Commissioned under the British in the year 1921, the Nine Arch Bridge stands proudly, a testament to the engineering and architectural brilliance of the early 20th century. Ideally placed between the Ella and Demodara railway station, those choosing to walk along the bridge will be presented with scenes of rolling hills and dense jungle to delight in. The Nine Arch Bridge, also known as the ‘Bridge in the Sky’ was constructed by connecting two bog mountains when constructing the Badulla – Colombo railway. This bridge is 300 feet in length, 25 feet in width and 80-100 feet in height. It is one of the best examples of colonial-era railway construction in the country. The Bridge can be reached by travelling 2km on Gotuwala road starting from Halpe Textile center in Badulla Bandarawela road. The surrounding area has seen a steady increase in tourism due to the bridge’s architectural ingenuity and the profuse greenery in the nearby hillsides.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
14
Little Adam's Peak View Point
The Little Adam`s Peak got it`s named after it`s big brother, the holy mountain Adam`s Peak, because of the similar shape. Adam`s Peak is further west in Sri Lanka, close to Nuwara Eliya, and is 2243 m high and a much more exhausting and more challenging climb! The mountain has however three names; Adam`s Peak (this is where Adam first set foot on earth after being cast out of heaven), Sri Pada (Buddha`s footprint left by the Buddha as he headed towards paradise) and Samanalakande (Butterfly mountain, where butterflies go to die). We had plans of climbing Big Adam`s Peak, but Espen hurt his knee so we settled for the “little brother” instead.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
15
Ravana Ella Falls
Touring the idyllic town of Ella would be incomplete if one misses out on experiencing the wonder of Ravana Falls. Renowned for being one of Sri Lanka’s widest waterfalls, this 82 ft. the cascading body of water is nestled within the Ravana Ella Wildlife Sanctuary and a further six km from the Ella Railway Station. While providing outstanding opportunities for a leisurely swim, adventure seekers will also find that climbing some of the rocks located nearby affords awe-inspiring vistas of both the falls as well as some of Ella’s treasured surroundings. Ravana falls is named after the demon King Ravana who according to traditional folklore is believed to have ruled Sri Lanka. It is a popular sightseeing attraction in Sri Lanka and currently ranks as one of the widest waterfalls in the country. It is best visited during the local wet season when the water is said to resemble an Areca flower with withering petals. This is situated in the 12-13thmilepost of Ella Wellawaya road.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
16
Ella Rock
Ella is a beautiful little town in Sri Lanka’s hill country, popular with backpackers and hiking enthusiasts and hiking Ella Rock is one of the best things to do in Ella. Here’s a guide for how to get to Ella Rock on your own.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Ella - Yala
1 stop
17
Get an exceptional safari experience in a fantastic campsite with all facilities located in a real wild life habitat of the buffer zone to Yala National Park. Most of the travelers have made repeat guest of us because of the exceptional care that is taken for each guest during their stay. The experience with us will definitely transform for a lifetime of memories.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 7
Yala - Mirissa
4 stops
18
Coconut Tree Hill
Much-photographed red-rock promontory with coconut palms, known for ocean views & sunset walks. Having made its way to almost every traveller’s Instagram profile when they visit Mirissa, the Coconut Tree Hill is a must-do when you’re in Mirissa. The Coconut Tree Hill is a private coconut estate with a nearby temple set on a high cliff overlooking the glistening waters of the Indian Ocean and the untouched stretch of golden beach. Located in proximity to the town, the hill can be accessed throughout the day or night; at no cost.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
19
Mirissa Beach
A palm tree-lined golden beach, Mirissa is best known for being a popular beach destination in Sri Lanka. This city is filled with surfers, hidden hotels, and trendy shops, but one of the best things to do here is to go blue whale watching.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
20
Galle Dutch Fort
Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 432 years maintains a polished appearance, due to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
21
Madu River Buddhi Boat Safari Balapitiya
Offering exceptional service to explore the mangrove and the biodiversity of the Madu River. If you are also planning a safari on the Madhu River, the best safari service you should choose is the Madhu Boat Safari. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and experience natural beauty, then Maduganga is one of the must-visit places for you. We now have the facilities to enjoy the natural beauty around the Madhu River, get food and lodging. Contact us today to experience the beauty of the Madhu River and a different kind of healing.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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