Explore Sri Lanka – From Ancient Cities to Tropical Beaches

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Description

Discover the beauty of Sri Lanka on this 9-day journey across the island, from ancient kingdoms and sacred temples to misty tea country, wild national parks and golden beaches. Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, and see how Ceylon tea is grown in the cool hills of Nuwara Eliya. Watch trains cross the famous Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, search for leopards and elephants in Yala National Park, and finish with a relaxing river safari and sea turtles on the coast at Bentota. Carefully planned days make this the perfect blend of culture, nature, adventure and relaxation.

Tour Highlights

  • Negombo: The lively Lellama fish market.
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress: The iconic 5th-century rock fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Kandy: The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake, a gem museum and a Kandyan cultural dance show.
  • Nuwara Eliya: Ramboda Falls, Gregory Lake, and a tea plantation and factory visit with tea tasting.
  • Ella: The famous Nine Arch Bridge and the thrilling Ravana Zip Line.
  • Yala National Park: A full-day safari to spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and birds.
  • Bentota: A Madu River boat safari through the mangroves, fish therapy and a turtle hatchery.

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Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo → Negombo (Night 1)

Welcome to Sri Lanka! On arrival at Colombo Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative, then transferred to your hotel in Negombo. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey.
Overnight: Negombo

Day 2: Negombo → Sigiriya (Night 2)

After breakfast, visit the lively Lellama Fish Market in Negombo to experience the bustling local seafood trade. Then drive inland to Sigiriya, in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, a region famous for its ancient cities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya Sightseeing (Night 3)

After breakfast, explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most remarkable landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb past the ancient frescoes and the giant Lion’s Paw entrance to the summit, which offers stunning views over the surrounding jungle and countryside.
Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 4: Sigiriya → Kandy (Night 4)

After breakfast, drive to Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, take a relaxing walk around Kandy Lake. Visit a local gem museum to learn how Sri Lanka’s famous gemstones are mined and cut. In the evening, enjoy a vibrant cultural show of traditional Kandyan dance and drumming.
Overnight: Kandy

Day 5: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya (Night 5)

After breakfast, drive up into the hill country to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, stop at the scenic Ramboda Falls, surrounded by misty hills. Visit a traditional tea plantation and tea factory to see how world-famous Ceylon tea is grown and processed, and taste freshly brewed tea. Later, enjoy a peaceful walk or boat ride on Gregory Lake.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya → Ella (Night 6)

After breakfast, drive to Ella through beautiful hill-country scenery. Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, a colonial-era railway bridge surrounded by green hills and tea plantations, and watch trains cross its stone arches. For a thrilling adventure, ride the Ravana Zip Line over the lush valleys near Ella.
Overnight: Ella

Day 7: Ella → Yala National Park (Night 7)

After an early breakfast, drive to Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s most popular wildlife park. Enjoy a full-day jeep safari through its rugged landscapes in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and many colourful birds.
Overnight: Yala

Day 8: Yala → Bentota (Night 8)

After breakfast, drive along the southern coast to Bentota. Enjoy a peaceful boat safari on the Madu River, gliding through mangroves, spotting wildlife and visiting small islands to see cinnamon cultivation. Relax with a fish therapy experience, then visit a nearby turtle hatchery to learn about sea turtle conservation.
Overnight: Bentota

Day 9: Bentota → Colombo Airport (Departure)

After breakfast, transfer to Colombo Airport for your onward flight, taking home wonderful memories of Sri Lanka.

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Additional Information

  • A valid passport is required on the day of travel.
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • The recommended dress code is smart casual. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not recommended when visiting temples.
  • The tour involves a moderate amount of walking. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Most travellers can participate. However, this tour is not recommended for travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Meals & Dietary Requirements

Meals are provided as specified in the itinerary. Please inform us of any food allergies, intolerances, or dietary requirements at the time of booking, or notify your trip host during the tour. We will do our best to accommodate your needs, although specific dietary arrangements cannot be guaranteed.

Booking Policy

  • All bookings are subject to availability.
  • A booking is confirmed only after the required advance payment has been received.
  • Prices may vary depending on seasonal demand, fuel costs, taxes, government regulations, and changes in supplier rates.
  • Customized tours may be subject to special booking and payment conditions.

Janu Private Tours reserves the right to refuse or cancel a booking where necessary, subject to applicable laws and the terms communicated to the customer.

Payment Schedule & Methods

An advance payment is required to initiate confirmations for hotels, transportation, guides, train tickets, flights, and other travel arrangements.

The following payment schedule applies:

  • 75% advance payment at the time of booking confirmation.
  • Remaining 25% payment at least 15 days before the tour start date.

Accepted payment methods include:

  • Credit and debit cards
  • Bank transfer
  • PayPal
  • International wire transfer

Any applicable transaction charges or bank fees shall be borne by the customer.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Customer Cancellations

For cancellations made within 7 days or less before the tour start date, a cancellation fee of 25% of the total tour cost will apply, subject to the applicable booking terms.

All cancellation requests must be communicated in writing by email and confirmed via WhatsApp or phone.

Please send your cancellation request to:

Cancellations communicated through other channels may not be accepted.

Any applicable refund will be processed in accordance with the cancellation terms agreed upon at the time of booking.

Price Changes & Additional Charges

If hotel rates, airfares, transportation costs, fuel prices, taxes, guide charges, or monument and museum entrance fees increase due to changes imposed by suppliers or the Government of India or Rajasthan State Government, additional charges may apply where permitted under the agreed booking terms and applicable law.

Any applicable additional costs will be communicated to the customer.

Insurance & Liability

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all travellers. Travellers are responsible for arranging suitable insurance coverage for medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost belongings, and other personal travel risks.

Janu Private Tours will provide assistance where reasonably possible in the event of an emergency; however, travellers should ensure they have appropriate insurance coverage before departure.

Customer Support & Emergency Contact

For assistance during your trip, please contact us using the details below:

Our team will assist you with your travel-related queries and support requests.

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