Sri Lanka Hotspots

Name: Sri Lanka Hotspots
Price range: from 1052.00

Sri Lanka · West Coast Sri Lanka · Negombo

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Safari in Udawalawe National Park

Kandy

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This compact tour of Sri Lanka provides an overview of many of the island's key destinations. Discover, among other highlights, the Lion Rock at Sigiriya, the ancient royal city of Polonnaruwa, the famous Temple of the Tooth, and enjoy a scenic train journey from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. Nature and wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the hiking and safari opportunities. Due to its short duration, this trip is perfect to combine with a therapy stay or a beach holiday in Sri Lanka.

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Sri Lanka Hotspots - Standard Hotels

5 nights, double room, half-board

from $1,052

from$1,052

Stay in standard hotels
Half board (5x breakfast, 3x dinner)
All journeys in air-conditioned vehicles
English-speaking driver-guide
Admission fees as per itinerary
Transfers to/from Colombo Airport

Itinerary subject to change and dependent on arrival and departure from Colombo:

Day 1: Negombo - Sigiriya (approx. 160 km, 3 hrs 30 mins)
Arrival at the airport and transfer to Sigiriya, visiting the Dambulla Cave Temple en route. A World Heritage Site, the temple sits atop a colossal rock that towers over 160 m above the surrounding area. Evening at leisure. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2: Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya (approx. 160 km, 4 hrs)
After breakfast, continue to explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka's second oldest royal city. Afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: Sigiriya - Kandy (approx. 90 km, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. After the visit, continue to Kandy and take a city tour including a visit to the Temple of the Tooth. Evening cultural show. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (approx. 80 km, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, continue to Nuwara Eliya. Optional excursion: visit to Peradeniya Botanical Garden (approx. €11 (approx. UK £10 / USD $12) per person). Afternoon city tour of Nuwara Eliya. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya - Ella
Early morning (5:30 a.m.) continue to a hike in Horton Plains National Park. Then board the train to Ella (2nd class). The train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella in Sri Lanka is widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary and visually stunning experiences in the world. As the train ascends into the mountains, passengers are treated to breathtaking panoramic views of lush tea plantations, mystical valleys shrouded in mist, captivating waterfalls, and dense forests teeming with life. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 6: Ella - Negombo (approx. 100 km, 2 hrs 15 mins)
After breakfast, short hike to Little Adam’s Peak. Then continue to Udawalawe and afternoon safari in Udawalawe National Park. (The visit to Udawalawe National Park is included for trips until 31 October 2025. For trips from 1 November 2025 - 31 October 2026, the visit is included if booked by 6 April 2025, otherwise it can be added on-site for a fee.) Then continue to the south coast for a beach stay or return to the airport for departure. Optional excursion: city tour of Galle en route to the airport (approx. €10 (approx. UK £9 / USD $11) per person). (Meals: Breakfast)

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Surcharges for all public holidays are already included in the displayed price.

Sri Lanka Hotspots - Superior Hotels

5 nights, double room, half-board

from $1,087

from$1,087

Stay in standard hotels
Half board (5x breakfast, 3x dinner)
All journeys in air-conditioned vehicles
English-speaking driver-guide
Admission fees as per itinerary
Transfers to/from Colombo Airport

Itinerary subject to change and dependent on arrival and departure from Colombo:

Day 1: Negombo - Sigiriya (approx. 160 km, 3 hrs 30 mins)
Arrival at the airport and transfer to Sigiriya, visiting the Dambulla Cave Temple en route. A World Heritage Site, the temple sits atop a colossal rock that towers over 160 m above the surrounding area. Evening at leisure. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2: Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya (approx. 160 km, 4 hrs)
After breakfast, continue to explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka's second oldest royal city. Afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: Sigiriya - Kandy (approx. 90 km, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. After the visit, continue to Kandy and take a city tour including a visit to the Temple of the Tooth. Evening cultural show visit. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (approx. 80 km, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, continue to Nuwara Eliya. Optional excursion: visit to Peradeniya Botanical Garden (approx. €11 per person). Afternoon city tour in Nuwara Eliya. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya - Ella
Early morning (5:30 a.m.) continue to a hike in Horton Plains National Park. Then board the train to Ella (2nd class). The train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella in Sri Lanka is widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary and visually stunning experiences in the world. As the train ascends into the mountains, passengers are treated to breathtaking panoramic views of lush tea plantations, mystical valleys shrouded in mist, captivating waterfalls, and dense forests teeming with life. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 6: Ella - Negombo (approx. 100 km, 2 hrs 15 mins)
After breakfast, short hike to Little Adam’s Peak. Then continue to Udawalawe and afternoon safari in Udawalawe National Park. (Visit to Udawalawe National Park is included for trips until 31 October 2025. For trips from 1 November 2025 - 31 October 2026, the visit is included if booked by 6 April 2025, otherwise it can be added on-site for a fee.) Then continue to the south coast for a beach stay or return to the airport for departure. Optional excursion: city tour in Galle en route to the airport (approx. €10 per person). (Meals: Breakfast)

Booking information

Surcharges for all public holidays are already included in the displayed price.

Sri Lanka Hotspots - Deluxe Hotels

5 nights, double room, half-board

from $1,351

from$1,351

Stay in standard hotels
Half board (5x breakfast, 3x dinner)
All journeys in air-conditioned vehicles
English-speaking driver-guide
Admission fees as per itinerary
Transfers to/from Colombo Airport

Itinerary subject to change and dependent on arrival and departure from Colombo:

Day 1: Negombo - Sigiriya (approx. 160 km, 3 hrs 30 mins)
Arrival at the airport and transfer to Sigiriya, visiting the Dambulla Cave Temple en route. A World Heritage Site, the Dambulla Temple sits atop a gigantic rock towering over 160 m above the surrounding area. Evening at leisure. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2: Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya (approx. 160 km, 4 hrs)
After breakfast, continue to explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, the second oldest royal city of Sri Lanka. Afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: Sigiriya - Kandy (approx. 90 km, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. After the visit, continue to Kandy and take a city tour including a visit to the Temple of the Tooth. Evening cultural show. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (approx. 80 km, 3 hrs)
After breakfast, continue to Nuwara Eliya. Optional excursion: visit to the Peradeniya Botanical Garden (approx. €11 per person). Afternoon city tour of Nuwara Eliya. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya - Ella
Early morning (5:30 a.m.) continue to a hike in Horton Plains National Park. Then board the train to Ella (2nd class). The train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella in Sri Lanka is widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary and visually stunning experiences in the world. As the train ascends into the mountains, passengers are treated to breathtaking panoramic views of lush tea plantations, mystical valleys shrouded in mist, captivating waterfalls, and dense forests teeming with life. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 6: Ella - Negombo (approx. 100 km, 2 hrs 15 mins)
After breakfast, a short hike to Little Adam's Peak. Then continue to Udawalawe and an afternoon safari in Udawalawe National Park. (The visit to Udawalawe National Park is included for trips until 31 October 2025. For trips from 1 November 2025 - 31 October 2026, the visit is included if booked by 6 April 2025, otherwise, it can be added on-site for a fee.) Then continue to the south coast for a beach stay or return to the airport for departure. Optional excursion: city tour of Galle en route to the airport (approx. €10 per person). (Meals: Breakfast)

Booking information

Surcharges for all public holidays are already included in the displayed price.

Sri Lanka Hotspots in Detail

Tour 5 nights / 6 days

Day 1: NEGOMBO - SIGIRIYA

(approx. 160 km, 3.5 hrs.)

Arrival at the airport and transfer to Sigiriya for check-in. En route, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple. A World Heritage Site, the Dambulla Temple sits atop a colossal rock that rises more than 160 m above the surrounding area. The rock itself has a circumference of over 1.5 km, and its summit is at an elevation of 550 m. Evening at leisure. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2: SIGIRIYA - POLONNARUWA - SIGIRIYA

(approx. 160 km, 4 hrs.)

After breakfast, proceed to explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. As Sri Lanka's second oldest royal city, Polonnaruwa offers a plethora of ruins and religious sites. In the afternoon, enjoy a safari in Minneriya National Park. The park spans about 8889 hectares and is renowned for its elephants, approximately 160 bird species, 9 amphibian species, 25 reptile species, 26 fish species, and over 78 butterfly species, as well as rare bamboo trees found only in Minneriya National Park. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3: SIGIRIYA - KANDY

(approx. 90 km, 3 hrs.)

After breakfast, continue to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Built in the 5th century AD, this magnificent sky fortress was the refuge of King Kasyapa and has been selected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the tour, proceed to Kandy for a city tour including a visit to the Temple of the Tooth. Kandy, the capital of the Sinhalese kings from 1592 until 1815, is protected by mountainous terrain and difficult access. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, partly due to the temple. In the evening, attend a cultural show. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4: KANDY - NUWARA ELIYA

(approx. 80 km, 3 hrs.)

After breakfast, proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Optional excursion: visit to the Peradeniya Botanical Garden (approx. €11 per person). In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Nuwara Eliya. Known as 'Little England', Nuwara Eliya was the preferred hill station of the British, who sought to transform it into a typical English village. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 5: NUWARA ELIYA - ELLA

Early morning (5:30 a.m.) transfer for a hike in Horton Plains National Park. A World Heritage Site, Horton Plains is located on the southern edge of the central highlands, between Nuwara Eliya & Haputale, and consists of montane forests, rising up to 2300 meters above sea level. Horton Plains is home to an extraordinary diversity of flora and fauna, including several endangered species such as the western purple-faced langur and the Horton Plains slender loris, and with some luck, you might spot highland leopards. Afterwards, board the train to Ella (2nd class). The train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella in Sri Lanka is widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary and visually stunning experiences in the world. As the train gradually ascends into the mountains, passengers are treated to breathtaking panoramic views of lush tea plantations, mystical valleys shrouded in mist, captivating waterfalls, and dense forests teeming with life. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 6: ELLA - NEGOMBO

After breakfast, take a short hike to Little Adam's Peak. Named after the sacred Adam's Peak (Sri Pada – where the footprint of Buddha is preserved) due to the similarity between the two mountains, it stands 1141 m above sea level. Then, proceed to Udawalawe (100 km / 2 hrs. 15 mins.) and enjoy an afternoon safari in Udawalawe National Park. Known for its elephant safaris and wildlife circuit bungalows, the park spans over 30,821 hectares of wilderness and is regarded as one of the most ideal and idyllic places to observe elephants up close. (Visit to Udawalawe National Park is included for trips until 31 October 2025. For trips from 1 November 2025 - 31 October 2026, the visit is included if booked by 6 April 2025; otherwise, it can be added on-site for a fee.) Afterwards, proceed to the south coast for a beach stay or return to the airport for departure. Optional excursion: city tour of Galle en route to the airport (approx. €10 per person). (Meals: Breakfast)

Programme subject to change.