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Sri Lanka Tour Packages - The Sri Lankan Trail: From Elephant Encounters to Southern Shores

Sri Lanka

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Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights
FLIGHTS Not Included
Accommodation 4 Star Hotel
Meals Breakfast and Dinner
TRANSFERS All Included (as per inclusions)
Package Overview

Why Choose This Sri Lanka Package?

This eight-day itinerary covers Pinnawala’s elephants and Kandy’s temples, the cool tea country of Nuwara Eliya, the beaches of Bentota and a final stop in Colombo. Among our Sri Lanka tour packages, it suits travellers looking for cultural experiences alongside time in the hills and by the coast, with private transport throughout. The itinerary leaves time to enjoy each stop rather than rushing from one attraction to the next, making it a good fit for Sri Lanka group tour packages for families and friends travelling together.

Professionally Planned Itineraries

Put your holiday in the hands of White Trails specialists, drawing on more than 35 years of combined industry experience.

Fully Customisable

Choose your preferred stays, activities and travel dates to shape an itinerary around your interests.

24/7 Travel Support

Have a dedicated travel consultant available to assist with queries or unexpected needs throughout your trip.

Best Price Assured

Get a clear breakdown of your holiday expenses upfront, so you know what each part of your trip costs before booking.

Day-by-Day

Your 8-Day Itinerary

All itineraries are indicative and will be personalised based on your preferences.

1

Touch down at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport and begin your journey towards Kandy, with your driver ready to take you through Sri Lanka’s countryside. Make your first stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you can watch elephants move about in their sanctuary surroundings. Then step into a local spice garden to see how the ingredients behind Sri Lanka’s distinctive cuisine are grown. Continue to Kandy and settle into your hotel after the drive.

  • Private airport pickup and transfer to Kandy
  • Visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • Spice garden tour
  • Check-in assistance in Kandy
2

Spend the day exploring Kandy, starting at the Temple of the Tooth Relic, or Sri Dalada Maligawa, where a sacred Buddhist relic draws pilgrims from around the world. Next, wander through the Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, known for its orchid collection and grand avenues of trees. End the city tour at Kandy Lake, where the water and surrounding hills offer a lovely view of the city before you return to your hotel.

  • Temple of the Tooth Relic visit
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya visit
  • Leisure time beside Kandy Lake
3

Leave Kandy’s streets behind as the road winds uphill through Sri Lanka’s tea-growing highlands. Tour a tea plantation and factory to learn how freshly picked leaves are processed. Pay your respects at the Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple in Ramboda, a hilltop shrine dedicated to Lord Hanuman and associated with the Ramayana. Continue to Ramboda Falls to watch water cascade down the lush hillside. As you approach Nuwara Eliya, stop at Lake Gregory to embrace the lush scenery before checking into your hotel.

  • Tea plantation and factory tour
  • Ramboda Temple and Ramboda Falls
  • Gregory Lake visit and hotel check-in
4

Nuwara Eliya’s highland character shows through its gardens and stories. See the colourful displays at Hakgala Botanical Garden, then stop at Seetha Amman Kovil, where the Ramayana links the temple to Sita’s story in Lanka. Back in town, take a stroll through Victoria Park before returning to your hotel.

  • Hakgala Botanical Garden tour
  • Seetha Amman Kovil visit
  • Victoria Park visit
5

Travel downhill from Nuwara Eliya towards Bentota as the tea-covered slopes give way to the warmer coastal landscape. Stop at a turtle hatchery to learn about local conservation efforts, then board a boat for a safari along the Madu Ganga. Navigate its mangrove-lined channels and pass the small islands dotted along the river before you check into your Bentota hotel.

  • Private transfer from Nuwara Eliya to Bentota
  • Turtle hatchery visit
  • Madu Ganga boat safari
  • Check-in assistance in Bentota
6

Set aside the day for Galle’s historic streets and colonial-era architecture before travelling further along Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Pass through Koggala and Ahangama, where palm-fringed shores and fishing villages offer glimpses of ocean life. Return to your Bentota hotel after a day along the coast.

  • Full-day Galle sightseeing tour
  • Coastal stops at Koggala and Ahangama
  • Return transfer to your Bentota hotel
7

Head north from Bentota to Colombo, where historic facades, bustling markets and lively neighbourhoods give the capital its distinctive character. Take a guided tour of the city’s colonial landmarks before checking into your hotel and spending the evening as you please.

  • Private transfer from Bentota to Colombo
  • Guided Colombo city tour
  • Hotel check-in assistance in Colombo
8

Savour your final breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Our team will assist you with your transfer to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, where you can board your onward flight and bring your eight-day Sri Lankan holiday to a close.

  • Breakfast at your hotel
  • Private transfer to the airport
  • Assistance with departure formalities
  • Departure from Colombo Airport
What's Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star Kandy hotel
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star Nuwara Eliya hotel
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star Bentota hotel
  • 1 night’s accommodation in a 4-star Colombo hotel
  • Meal plan with breakfast and dinner
  • Kandy City Tour
  • Nuwara Eliya local sightseeing and tour
  • Galle local sightseeing and tour
  • Bentota City Tour
  • Colombo City Tour
  • Sri Lanka arrival card
  • Return airport transfers on a private basis
  • All tours and sightseeing on a private basis
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses and any additional tours and sightseeing
  • Extra meals apart from those under inclusions
  • Entry tickets during sightseeing
  • Early hotel check-in
  • Travel insurance
  • International flight tickets
Where You'll Stay

Accommodation

- 4 Star

Bentota Ceysands Resort

Bentota

Discover a tropical paradise at Bentota Ceysands Resort, a beautiful beachfront property uniquely situated on a narrow peninsula between the sparkling Indian Ocean and the scenic Bentota River. Surrounded by golden sandy beaches and lush coastal landscapes, the resort offers a wonderful blend of relaxation, adventure, and warm Sri Lankan hospitality.

Complimentary WiFi Parking Facility Fitness Center Restaurant

Hotels are subject to availability. An equivalent or superior property will be arranged in case of unavailability. Upgrades are available on request.

Need to Know

Important Information

  • Passports must have at least six months’ validity remaining from the date of travel
  • Indian citizens need a free ETA before arrival, valid for 30 days
  • Arrival card processing is handled as part of this package

  • December to April is a good time to visit Kandy and Bentota, with drier weather across the west and south coasts. Temperatures range from around 23°C to 31°C in Bentota and 18°C to 30°C in Kandy
  • May to September brings the southwest monsoon, with heavier rainfall across Bentota and the western and southern regions. Temperatures remain around 24°C to 30°C in Bentota and 20°C to 29°C in Kandy, while the east coast stays drier
  • October to November is the second inter-monsoon season, bringing frequent showers and thunderstorms across much of the island. Coastal temperatures generally range from 24°C to 30°C, while Kandy stays cooler, around 19°C to 28°C
  • December to February sees the northeast monsoon affecting northern and eastern Sri Lanka. The west and south coasts generally have better beach weather, with temperatures around 23°C to 30°C, while Kandy averages 18°C to 28°C

  • Cancellation terms vary by hotel and ticket provider
  • Charges apply based on days remaining before travel
  • Full policy shared at the time of confirmed booking

  • Cover shoulders and knees at temples, and remove shoes and hats before entering
  • Avoid posing with your back to Buddha statues for photographs
  • Carry a light jacket for Nuwara Eliya mornings and evenings
  • Budget for entry tickets, as they are not included in the package
  • Bring mosquito repellent, especially for evenings along the coast and visits to greener areas
  • Factor in extra time for road journeys, particularly along the winding routes through the hill country
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Everything you need to know about

Faqs

Yes, Sri Lanka is generally safe for tourists, and popular routes through Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota and Colombo see steady visitor traffic. Check current travel advisories before you fly. Any good Sri Lanka travel guide recommends licensed drivers, which private transfers on a Kandy tour provide.

Flights from Delhi to Colombo take roughly three and a half to four hours. Sri Lanka runs on the same time as India (UTC+5:30), so there is no jet lag. Flights aren’t included in White Trails’ Sri Lanka tour packages, so book one that lands in Colombo.

The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) is the local currency. Hotels and larger restaurants accept cards, but carry cash for entry tickets, tuk-tuks and small shops. Entry tickets are not covered in these Sri Lanka holiday packages, so keep some rupees handy.

Bentota, Mirissa, Unawatuna and Arugam Bay are among the most popular beaches in Sri Lanka. Bentota suits calm, relaxed stays, while Arugam Bay draws surfers. December to March is the best time to visit Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, which is why a Bentota tour works well during those months.

Whale watching off Mirissa is best between November and April, while Yala National Park is generally best for safaris from February to July, during the drier months. The best time to visit Sri Lanka varies by region, so White Trails can help you choose add-on experiences that suit your travel dates.

White Trails can tailor your holiday with Sri Lanka tour packages that include extra experiences such as white-water rafting in Kitulgala, a hike through Horton Plains National Park or a surf break at Arugam Bay. These activities are not included in the standard itinerary but can be arranged on request through our Sri Lanka group tour packages.

Private road transfers are the most practical choice for this route, as hill roads are winding and distances take longer than they look. Scenic train rides, such as Nanu Oya to Ella, make good add-ons. Any Sri Lanka travel guide advises booking those seats early.

Yes, Sri Lanka group tours work well for friends, extended families and corporate teams. White Trails plans Sri Lanka group tour packages with private vehicles, flexible hotels and sightseeing that suit your group size. It also handles incentive trips and team offsites through its MICE services.

Yes, Sri Lanka makes a lovely honeymoon destination for couples who enjoy a mix of scenic drives, quiet hill-country stays and time by the sea. Spend a few days among Nuwara Eliya’s tea-covered hills before slowing down on Bentota’s beaches. White Trails can personalise these Sri Lanka holiday packages with romantic stays, room upgrades and private experiences to make the trip even more personalised.

Pack breathable cotton clothing for sightseeing in Colombo, Kandy and the coastal towns, along with a warm layer for Nuwara Eliya, where mornings and evenings can be cool. Keep a scarf or shawl handy for temple visits, as shoulders and knees should be covered. Comfortable walking shoes, sandals, sunscreen and a compact umbrella will also come in useful. Sri Lanka uses 230–240V electricity, with Type G and Type D sockets, so carry a compatible travel adaptor.

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