Explore Sri Lanka – Colombo to Bentota

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet our representative who will warmly welcome you to Sri Lanka.
Begin your scenic drive towards Dambulla, with an en-route visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, one of Sri Lanka’s most loved attractions.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage:
Home to rescued and orphaned elephants, you can watch elephants bathing in the river, feeding, and interacting with their caretakers. You may also enjoy an elephant ride (direct payment basis).
Continue to Dambulla, check in to your hotel, and relax. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Dambulla.

After breakfast, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its five caves filled with over 150 Buddha statues and intricate murals dating back to the 1st century BCE.
Then proceed for an afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park, famous for its “Gathering” — where herds of elephants congregate near the Minneriya Tank, offering spectacular photo opportunities.
Later, drive to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. En route, stop at a Spice Garden in Matale to learn about Sri Lanka’s aromatic spices and herbs.

Upon arrival in Kandy, enjoy a city tour covering:
Kandy Lake and City View Point, Gem Museum and Lapidary, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
– the most revered Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka, housing Lord Buddha’s tooth relic.

After the sightseeing, continue your drive to Nuwara Eliya, visiting Ramboda Falls and a Tea Factory on the way to witness traditional tea production.

Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

After breakfast, explore the scenic beauty of Nuwara Eliya, known for its cool climate, colonial architecture, and lush landscapes.

Places to Visit:

New Zealand Farm / Ambewela Farm: Experience dairy farming and taste fresh milk products while surrounded by green meadows and grazing cows.
Strawberry Farm: Visit a local strawberry farm where you can handpick fresh strawberries and try homemade jams and desserts.
Gregory Lake: Enjoy boating or a leisurely lakeside walk surrounded by gardens and mountains.

Take some free time to stroll through Nuwara Eliya town,  visit the local market, or relax at a café.

Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

After breakfast, begin your scenic journey towards Sri Lanka’s southern beaches. En route, stop at St. Clair’s Waterfall, known as the “Little Niagara of Sri Lanka,” to capture breathtaking photos.

Continue to Kitulgala, the island’s adventure hub, and enjoy a thrilling White Water Rafting experience on the Kelani River (direct payment basis).

Later, drive towards Bentota / South Beach area, check in to your beach resort, and relax for the rest of the day by the sea.

Dinner & overnight stay at Beach Resort in Bentota / South Coast.

After breakfast, depart for a scenic Madu River Boat Safari, where you’ll glide through mangrove forests, small islands, and see traditional cinnamon cultivation.

Next, visit a Turtle Hatchery — a conservation project dedicated to protecting endangered sea turtles. Learn about their rescue and release programs, and even hold a baby turtle (optional).

Later, proceed to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s vibrant capital city, for a Colombo City Tour covering:

Galle Face Green – a popular oceanfront promenade.
Independence Square – a national landmark.
Old Parliament Building & Lighthouse Clock Tower
Gangaramaya Temple & Beira Lake
Colombo’s shopping districts such as Odel or Crescat Boulevard for souvenirs.

Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Colombo.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward flight. Bid farewell to the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s natural beauty, culture, and hospitality.