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9D / 8N
1
 
Nights in
Colombo
2
 
Nights in
Kandy
2
 
Nights in
Ella
1
 
Nights in
Yala National Park
2
 
Nights in
Mirissa

Scenic Sri Lanka – Hills, Wildlife & Coastal Charm

Experience the best of Sri Lanka in this beautifully curated 9-day journey. From the vibrant capital of Colombo to the cultural serenity of Kandy and the misty hills of Ella, every stop offers a unique charm. Ride the iconic train through tea country, spot leopards in Yala, and unwind on the golden beaches of Mirissa. Explore colonial Galle, witness cascading waterfalls, and enjoy coastal sunsets. A perfect blend of nature, culture, and relaxation awaits.
✶Coastal · Mountains · Wildlife
🌙 8N · 9D
📍 Sri Lanka
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What's Included for You

Inclusions
8 x Breakfast
Airport Transfers
Private Transfer - 9 Days
Driver Allowance
4 Star Hotels
8 X Dinner
Exclusions
Flight Tickets
Travel Insurance
TCS
Visa Charges
Lunch
City Tax

Day-by-Day Breakdown

Day 1
Arrival in Colombo – Visit Galle Face Green Beach
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Arrival: Colombo Airport
Stay: Granbell Hotel
Meals:✕Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

Upon your arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Colombo (approx. 35 km / 1 hour). After check-in and some rest, head out in the evening to visit Galle Face Green Beach, a scenic oceanfront promenade popular with locals and tourists alike. Watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean, enjoy street snacks, or simply relax by the sea breeze.


✅Inclusions:


🛏️ Overnight stay in Colombo

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

Room Type: Standard

Colombo Airport
Arrival
Colombo Airport
✦Arrival
Granbell Hotel
Resort
Granbell Hotel
✦4 Star
Discovering Galle
Activity
Discovering Galle
✦Activities✦Tours
Day 2
Colombo to Kandy – Evening by Kandy Lake
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Stay: Granbell Hotel
Stay: Hotel Topaz Kandy
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

After breakfast, begin your journey towards the hill capital of Kandy (approx. 115 km / 3.5–4 hours). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and take time to relax. In the evening, visit the peaceful Kandy Lake, located right in the heart of the city. A lakeside stroll during golden hour offers a serene experience surrounded by hills and colonial architecture.

 

✅Inclusions:


🛏️ Overnight stay in Kandy

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

Room Type: Deluxe

Granbell Hotel
Resort
Granbell Hotel
✦4 Star
Hotel Topaz Kandy
Resort
Hotel Topaz Kandy
✦4 Star✦Half Board
Day 3
Visit Ambuluwawa Tower – Evening Temple of the Tooth (Optional)
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Stay: Hotel Topaz Kandy
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

Enjoy breakfast and proceed to visit the iconic Ambuluwawa Tower (approx. 25 km / 1–1.5 hours from Kandy). This unique multi-religious tower stands atop a hill and offers breathtaking 360° panoramic views. The spiral staircase is not for the faint-hearted but worth it for the views. Return to the hotel for lunch and some rest. In the evening, you have the option to visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist sites.


🛏️ Overnight stay in Kandy

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

 

Hotel Topaz Kandy
Resort
Hotel Topaz Kandy
✦4 Star✦Half Board
Ambulawawa Tower
Activity
Ambulawawa Tower
✦Attraction
Temple of Tooth Relic
Activity
Temple of Tooth Relic
✦Attraction
Day 4
Travel to Ella – Scenic Train Ride from Nanu Oya to Ella
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Stay: Hotel Topaz Kandy
Stay: Moi Ella by DBI
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

Post breakfast, drive to Nanu Oya Railway Station (approx. 60 km / 2 hours). Board one of the most scenic train journeys in the world from Nanu Oya to Ella (approx. 3–4 hours). Pass through lush tea plantations, mountain tunnels, waterfalls, and charming local villages. Arrive in Ella and check into your hotel for a peaceful evening.


✅Inclusions:


🛏️ Overnight stay in Ella

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

Room Type: Standard

Hotel Topaz Kandy
Resort
Hotel Topaz Kandy
✦4 Star✦Half Board
Scenic Train Ride
Activity
Scenic Train Ride
✦Tours
Moi Ella by DBI
Resort
Moi Ella by DBI
✦4 Star
Day 5
Nine Arch Bridge & Ravana Falls
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Stay: Moi Ella by DBI
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

After breakfast, start your day by visiting the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, a masterpiece of colonial engineering surrounded by dense forest and tea fields. You may spot a train crossing for that perfect photo moment. Later, visit the beautiful Ravana Falls (approx. 6 km), cascading down from a cliff into natural pools — a great spot to enjoy nature and cool down.


🛏️ Overnight stay in Ella

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

Moi Ella by DBI
Resort
Moi Ella by DBI
✦4 Star
Nine Arch Bridge – Mini Adam’s Peak – Ravana Falls
Activity
Nine Arch Bridge – Mini Adam’s Peak – Ravana Falls
✦Attraction
Day 6
Travel to Yala – Yala National Park Safari
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Stay: Moi Ella by DBI
Stay: EKHO Safari
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

Enjoy breakfast and check out for your journey to Yala (approx. 120 km / 3.5–4 hours). After check-in, gear up for an afternoon or evening jeep safari in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife sanctuary known for elephants, leopards, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. Return to the resort after the wild adventure.


✅Inclusions:


🛏️ Overnight stay near Yala National Park

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

Room Type: Deluxe

Moi Ella by DBI
Resort
Moi Ella by DBI
✦4 Star
EKHO Safari
Resort
EKHO Safari
✦4 Star✦Resort
Jungle Safari
Activity
Jungle Safari
✦Activities
Day 7
Travel to Mirissa – Visit Coconut Hill & Beach
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Stay: EKHO Safari
Stay: MANDARA MIRISSA
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

Post breakfast, continue your journey south to the coastal town of Mirissa (approx. 160 km / 4.5–5 hours). After check-in and lunch, head to the iconic Coconut Hill, a cliff with swaying palms overlooking turquoise waters — ideal for photos and sunset views. Spend the rest of the evening relaxing on the beach.


✅Inclusions:


🛏️ Overnight stay in Mirissa

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

Room Type: Standard

EKHO Safari
Resort
EKHO Safari
✦4 Star✦Resort
MANDARA MIRISSA
Resort
MANDARA MIRISSA
✦4 Star
Day 8
Day Trip to Galle – Whale Watching & Galle Fort
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Stay: MANDARA MIRISSA
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

Begin your day early with an optional whale watching tour in Mirissa (highly recommended; begins around 6:30 AM and lasts 3–4 hours). After the marine adventure, head out on a day trip to Galle (approx. 45 km / 1.5 hours). Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, known for its Dutch-colonial buildings, cobbled streets, and sea views. Enjoy lunch in Galle before returning to Mirissa for the night.


🛏️ Overnight stay in Mirissa

🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

MANDARA MIRISSA
Resort
MANDARA MIRISSA
✦4 Star
Mirissa Whale Watching
Activity
Mirissa Whale Watching
✦Attraction
Discovering Galle
Activity
Discovering Galle
✦Activities✦Tours
Day 9
Return to Colombo – Shopping – Airport Drop
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Stay: MANDARA MIRISSA
Departure: Colombo Airport
Meals:✓Breakfast✕Lunch✕Dinner

After a relaxed breakfast, check out by late morning and begin your drive back to Colombo (approx. 150 km / 3.5–4 hours). Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some shopping time in the city’s popular malls or souvenir markets. Later, you will be transferred to Bandaranaike International Airport for your return flight to India with wonderful memories.


🍽️ Meals Included: Breakfast

MANDARA MIRISSA
Resort
MANDARA MIRISSA
✦4 Star
Colombo Airport
Departure
Colombo Airport
✦Departure

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