Sri Lanka 6 Days - Tropical Trails

Aerial view of the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and the nearby Pidurangala rock, covered in mist during a beautiful sunrise or sunset.

Tour Summary

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A paradise island with stunning beaches, lush forests, majestic mountains, and a vibrant culture spanning thousands of years. Ranked the No.1 travel destination by Lonely Planet in 2019, it's a land of natural beauty and rich heritage.

Inclusion

Accommodation

Airport Pick-up

Airport Drop-off

Breakfast & Dinner

Private Driver/Guide

Tour Theme

Beach

Beach

Culture

Culture

History

History

Nature

Nature

Number of Cities

5

Sigiriya

,Trincomalee

Destination

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Type of tour

Tailor Made

Duration

6 Days 5 Nights

Starting at

USD 980

Per Person

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Rising 600 feet high, Sigiriya offers stunning views and showcases 5th-century frescoes and beautifully landscaped gardens. Its boulder and pleasure gardens, admired for 1,500 years, reflect the advanced engineering and architectural brilliance of ancient Sri Lanka.

Aerial view of the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and the nearby Pidurangala rock, covered in mist during a beautiful sunrise or sunset.

Day 01 Activities

Arrival and assistant at the airport, proceed to Sigiriya
Take a walk around the calm village to experience the Sri Lankan culture and its village life
Get firsthand experience on how Sri Lanka’s ancestors used to travel, by a bullock cart ride
Then, you get to go on a wonderful Sri Lankan traditional boat ride
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a legendary fortress build on a rock 2500 years ago
If time permits - take part in a wild life safari ride in Minneriya National Park and sightsee elephants, leopards, sloth bears among endemic animals
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Sigiriya Highlights

A woman meditating with a clear view of Sigiriya Lion Rock, perfect for an off-bike wellness or relaxation stop on the tour.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Boat Ride Experience
Boat Ride Experience
Safari at Minneriya
Safari at Minneriya
Village Experience
Village Experience
Piduranagala Rock
Piduranagala Rock
Dambulla Cave Temple
Dambulla Cave Temple
Accommodation

Habarana Village by Cinnamon (4 Hotel)

Meal Plan

Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Time

Airport to Sigiriya - 3 Hours & 15 minutes

Transport Mode

Private luxury car (air-conditioned)

Located on Sri Lanka’s east coast, Nilaveli is known for its calm, sunny beaches—perfect for snorkeling and diving. Just 10 minutes offshore lies Pigeon Island, famous for vibrant coral reefs and rich marine life, making it a top spot for underwater adventures.

In Nilaveli, brightly painted traditional fishing boats (oruwa) pulled up on the white sand, looking out at the turquoise ocean under a blue sky.

Day 02 Activities

After breakfast at the hotel, Proceed to Trincomalee
Visit famous Fedrik Fort in Trincomalee build by portuguese invaders to Sri Lanka
Visit Koneswaram Kovil, an ancient temple to the Hindu god Shiva surrounded by jaw - dropping scenery
Optional - Getting to see the largest animal (whales) on earth up close and personal, is a once in a lifetime, awe-inspiring opportunity
Visit the pigeon island national park and engage with snorkelling and diving activities through home to dozens of corals, hundreds of reef fish and turtles
Experience the most beautiful beach among all sandy beaches in Sri Lanka
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Trincomalee Highlights

Aerial view of Bentota Beach, Sri Lanka, showing the narrow strip of land separating the Bentota river estuary from the Indian Ocean.
Scenic Beach
Dolphin Watching
Dolphin Watching
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Pigeon Island
Pigeon Island
Koneshwaram Kovil
Koneshwaram Kovil
Swami Rock
Swami Rock
Accommodation

Trinco Blu by Cinnamon (4 Hotel)

Meal Plan

Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Time

Sigiriya to Trincomalee - 2 Hours

Transport Mode

Private luxury car (air-conditioned)

Discover Kandy, where rich tradition meets stunning scenery. Visit highlights like the Temple of the Tooth, Udawaththa Kele Sanctuary, Kandy Lake, and Bahirawa Kanda Temple. Experience ancient royal charm, cool weather, and authentic Sri Lankan culture blended with modern comforts.

Night scene of the Kandy Esala Perahera festival with brightly lit, decorated elephants and traditional performers processing in front of the illuminated Temple of the Tooth.

Day 03 Activities

After breakfast at the hotel, Proceed to Kandy
Experience the spice village tour and get to know about world famous Ceylon spices
Explore the world-famous temple of the Tooth, the main attraction in Kandy
Wander around the secluded nature of the Royal botanical garden in Kandy
Learn about the famous Ceylon Gems
Witness how Sri Lankan handicrafts and famous batiks are made
Later if time permits, take part in Sri Lankan Traditional Cultural Show
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Kandy Highlights

Temple of the Tooth
Temple of the Tooth
Royal Botanical Garden
Royal Botanical Garden
Kandy Food Trail
Kandy Food Trail
Cultural Dance
Cultural Dance
Meet Artist Rahju
Meet Artist Rahju
Ceylon Gems
Ceylon Gems
Accommodation

Thilanka Hotel (4 Hotel)

Meal Plan

Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Time

Trincomalee to Kandy - 5 Hours

Transport Mode

Private luxury car (air-conditioned)

Nestled in Sri Lanka’s central hills, Nuwara Eliya charms with its cool climate, colonial architecture, waterfalls, and tea estates. A peaceful escape from the tropics, it's the perfect place to explore lush greenery and hidden natural gems.

Three female Tamil workers with harvesting baskets on their backs, diligently plucking young tea leaves in a vibrant green tea plantation.

Day 04 Activities

After breakfast at the hotel, Proceed to Nuwara Eliya
Optional - scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Prepare your cameras. Next stop will be at beautiful Ramboda waterfall
Then, visit the beautiful Seetha Amman Hindu Kovil
Take a serene walk through Gregory Park and watch the stunning sunset by the Lake Gregory
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Nuwara Eliya Highlights

Scenic Train Ride
Scenic Train Ride
Tea Experience
Tea Experience
Horton Plains
Horton Plains
High Tea Experience
High Tea Experience
Seetha Amman Kovil
Seetha Amman Kovil
Colonial Architecture
Colonial Architecture
Accommodation

Galway Heights Hotel (4 Hotel)

Meal Plan

Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Time

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya - 3 Hours

Transport Mode

Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Tucked in the central hills, Nuwara Eliya offers a cool climate, colonial charm, and stunning landscapes. Enjoy natural waterfall pools, scenic tea estates, and lush greenery an unexpected escape in tropical Sri Lanka.

Night scene of the Kandy Esala Perahera festival with brightly lit, decorated elephants and traditional performers processing in front of the illuminated Temple of the Tooth.

Day 05 Activities

After breakfast at the hotel, Proceed to Colombo
Visit the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple to sightsee modern architecture with a dash of cultural essence
Walk through the lively Colombo Fort bazaar, Red Mosque & Dutch Museum
Stop by at local hangout spots (Independence Square, Arcade – Independence Square)
Visit the famous beach front park (Galle Face Green) and the Old Parliament building
Later, continue with shopping (ODEL / Noritake / House of Fashion /Ceylon Tea Shops/ Sri Lankan handicrafts & many more)

Colombo Highlights

Bronze Buddha statues overlooking a beira lake in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with a backdrop of Colombo city skyscrapers lit up in the evening.
Ganagarama Temple
Fort Bazaar Walk
Fort Bazaar Walk
Mouth Watering Foods
Mouth Watering Foods
Req Mosque
Req Mosque
Colonial Architecture
Colonial Architecture
Shopping at Colombo
Shopping at Colombo
Accommodation

Cinnamon Red Colombo (4 Hotel)

Meal Plan

Breakfast

Travel Time

Nuwara Eliya to Colombo - 5 Hours

Transport Mode

Private luxury car (air-conditioned)

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