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Sri Lanka Highlights — Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella & the South Coast

Ancient rocks, tea hills and the southern beaches in one week.

Destino: Sigiriya · Kandy · Ella · Tissamaharama · Southern coast — Sri Lanka
Duración: 7 días / 6 noches
Ciudades: Sigiriya · Kandy · Ella · Tissamaharama · Southern coast
Categorías de alojamiento: 4★ · 5★

Resumen

Seven days across the heart of Sri Lanka: the elephants of Pinnawala, Sigiriya Rock, Kandy and its sacred temple, the tea country and Ella, a morning safari at Yala, Galle Fort and the southern coast.

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Zonas de alojamiento: Sigiriya · Kandy · Ella · Tissamaharama · Southern coast

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Programa diario

1
Día 1
Día 1: Welcome to Sri Lanka — the elephants and the village
Airport welcome, the Pinnawala elephants and a traditional village.
- Airport welcome
- Pinnawala elephants
- Traditional village
On arrival at the airport, our representative welcomes you. The route passes through Pinnawala, with a visit to the elephant orphanage or the elephant foundation, depending on the programme available.
Then continue to Sigiriya for a tour of the traditional village. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Sri Lanka’s cultural heartland lies a few hours north of the airport. Plan for a long first day on the road, with generous breaks.
Stop 1 — Pinnawala elephants
A well-known elephant orphanage and a nearby elephant foundation care for elephants of all ages, and the river where they bathe is a highlight when open to visitors. The visit depends on the programme available.
Stop 2 — Village life
A gentle introduction to rural Sri Lanka: paddy fields, village houses and local food traditions, often with a bullock-cart or boat ride where offered.
Aviso: Entrance fees, activities and optional programmes are not included unless confirmed in the final offer.
Alojamiento: Sigiriya
2
Día 2
Día 2: Sigiriya Rock and the road to Kandy
Sigiriya Rock, a spice garden, Kandy Lake and the Temple of the Tooth, with a cultural show.
- Sigiriya Rock
- Dambulla (optional)
- Spice garden
- Kandy Lake
- Temple of the Tooth
- Cultural show
Visit Sigiriya Rock, then travel to Kandy. On the way, the Dambulla cave temple (optional) and a spice garden.
In Kandy, tour Kandy Lake and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, visit gem, wood and batik workshops and enjoy a cultural dance show. Overnight in Kandy.
A morning on the rock, then a scenic drive into the hills towards Kandy, with refreshment stops along the way.
Stop 1 — Sigiriya Rock
A UNESCO World Heritage site: a massive rock topped by the ruins of a fifth-century royal palace. The climb is by steel stairways, passing the Mirror Wall and the Lion’s Paws, and rewards you with a view over the jungle plain. Start early to avoid the heat; the climb is moderate but includes many steps.
Stop 2 — Dambulla cave temple (optional)
A UNESCO-listed complex of caves filled with painted ceilings and many Buddha statues. Modest dress is required and shoes are removed at the entrance.
Stop 3 — Spice garden
A demonstration garden where herbs and spices such as cinnamon, cardamom and pepper are shown and explained, with local products for sale.
Stop 4 — Kandy Lake and the Temple of the Tooth
Walk beside the lake in the heart of the old royal capital, then visit the temple that houses the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha, one of the island’s holiest sites. Dress modestly.
Stop 5 — Workshops and cultural show
Craft workshops for gems, wood and batik, and an evening show of traditional Kandyan dance and drumming.
Aviso: Entrance fees, activities and optional programmes are not included unless confirmed in the final offer.
Alojamiento: Kandy
3
Día 3
Día 3: Through the tea country to Ella
Nuwara Eliya scenery, tea plantations and a tea factory, Little Adam’s Peak and the Nine Arches Bridge.
- Nuwara Eliya scenery
- Tea factory
- Little Adam’s Peak
- Nine Arches Bridge
Leave for Ella through the scenery of Nuwara Eliya, the tea plantations and a tea factory.
Visit Little Adam’s Peak and the Nine Arches Bridge, if time allows. Overnight in Ella.
The road climbs into Sri Lanka’s tea hills, where the air cools and the landscape turns to endless green terraces. This is one of the island’s most beautiful drives.
Stop 1 — Nuwara Eliya and a tea factory
Pass the colonial-era hill town known as «Little England», then see how Ceylon tea is picked, withered and processed, ending with a tasting.
Stop 2 — Little Adam’s Peak
An easy walk through tea fields to a viewpoint with wide views over Ella and the valley.
Stop 3 — Nine Arches Bridge
A graceful stone railway viaduct set in the jungle, popular for photographs when a train crosses.
Aviso: Seasonal and weather-dependent: availability, operating times and fees are confirmed with the supplier; nothing is pre-paid or guaranteed.
Alojamiento: Ella
4
Día 4
Día 4: Ravana Falls and Tissa Lake
Ravana Falls, then Tissamaharama, Tissa Lake and its temple.
- Ravana Falls
- Tissa Lake
- The temple
Visit Ravana Falls, then travel to Tissamaharama for a tour of Tissa Lake and the temple. Overnight in Tissamaharama.
The journey turns south from the hills to the plains. The day mixes a waterfall with a tranquil lake in the dry zone.
Stop 1 — Ravana Falls
A broad waterfall beside the road that flows down in several tiers; a short photo and rest stop.
Stop 2 — Tissa Lake and temple
A large ancient reservoir, with a white temple beside it and good birdwatching, best in the late afternoon.
Alojamiento: Tissamaharama
5
Día 5
Día 5: Yala safari and Galle Fort
A morning safari in Yala National Park, then the Dutch fort of Galle.
- Yala safari
- Galle Dutch fort
A morning safari in Yala National Park. The park entry and the safari vehicle depend on the confirmation of inclusions.
Then travel to Galle and visit the Dutch fort. Overnight on the southern coast (Unawatuna area).
An early start for wildlife, then the drive down to the southern coast and a stroll in Galle at the golden hour.
Stop 1 — Yala National Park
One of the island’s best-known wildlife reserves, home to elephants, leopards, sloth bears and many birds. Safaris leave early in a 4×4 vehicle with a tracker; sightings are never guaranteed, and the park has closure periods.
Stop 2 — Galle Fort
A UNESCO-listed fortified town built by the Portuguese and Dutch, with ramparts above the sea, a lighthouse, colonial houses and small shops and cafés to explore on foot.
Aviso: Seasonal and weather-dependent: availability, operating times and fees are confirmed with the supplier; nothing is pre-paid or guaranteed.
Alojamiento: Southern coast
6
Día 6
Día 6: A coastal day — beaches, whales and turtles
Unawatuna or Jungle Beach, whale watching from Mirissa when in season, and a turtle centre.
- Unawatuna / Jungle Beach
- Whale watching (seasonal)
- Turtle centre
A coastal day at Unawatuna or Jungle Beach.
Whale watching from Mirissa is possible when the season and the service are available, with a visit to a turtle centre. Overnight on the southern coast.
A relaxed day on the south coast where you can choose between the beach and the sea.
Stop 1 — Unawatuna and Jungle Beach
Calm bays for swimming and relaxing; Jungle Beach is a small cove reached by a short walk or boat.
Stop 2 — Whale watching from Mirissa (seasonal)
Boat trips leave early in the season, which runs roughly from the end of the year to spring; sightings depend on the sea and are not guaranteed.
Stop 3 — Turtle centre
A conservation centre where baby turtles are protected before being released to the sea.
Aviso: Seasonal and weather-dependent: availability, operating times and fees are confirmed with the supplier; nothing is pre-paid or guaranteed.
Alojamiento: Southern coast
7
Día 7
Día 7: Farewell to Sri Lanka
Breakfast and transfer to the airport.
- Airport transfer
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your departure, according to your flight time.
Allow plenty of time for the transfer to the airport, as traffic around Colombo can be heavy; your representative confirms the pickup time.
Fin del programa

Hoteles de 4 estrellas

★★★★
Wewa Addara
Sigiriya · 1 noche
Tipo de alojamiento: Deluxe room (Deluxe Room)
The hotel name and classification are verified with the supplier before the final offer; the hotel is never replaced without the owner’s approval.
Las fotos de este hotel y habitación están pendientes y se añadirán al obtener los derechos de uso.
★★★★
Oak Ray Regency
Kandy · 1 noche
Tipo de alojamiento: Deluxe room (Deluxe Room)
The hotel name and classification are verified with the supplier before the final offer; the hotel is never replaced without the owner’s approval.
Las fotos de este hotel y habitación están pendientes y se añadirán al obtener los derechos de uso.
★★★★
Ella Gap Panorama
Ella · 1 noche
Tipo de alojamiento: Deluxe room (Deluxe Room)
The supplier file spells it «Ella Gap Panaroma»; the name and classification are verified before the final offer.
Las fotos de este hotel y habitación están pendientes y se añadirán al obtener los derechos de uso.
★★★★
Avonil Resort
Tissamaharama · 1 noche
Tipo de alojamiento: Deluxe room (Deluxe Room)
The hotel name and classification are verified with the supplier before the final offer; the hotel is never replaced without the owner’s approval.
Las fotos de este hotel y habitación están pendientes y se añadirán al obtener los derechos de uso.
★★★★
South Lake Resort
Southern coast · 2 noches
Tipo de alojamiento: Deluxe room (Deluxe Room)
The hotel name and classification are verified with the supplier before the final offer; the hotel is never replaced without the owner’s approval.
Las fotos de este hotel y habitación están pendientes y se añadirán al obtener los derechos de uso.

Incluido

Los servicios incluidos se indicarán tras aprobar el programa.

No incluido

Los servicios no incluidos se indicarán tras aprobar el programa.

Términos y condiciones

Prices are announced as «Coming Soon». No supplier price, discount or payment is available yet, and nothing here is a confirmed booking.
The offer depends on the supplier’s confirmation for the travel date and the number of travellers; room and activity availability is not guaranteed.
The meal plan (breakfast, or breakfast and dinner) follows the chosen offer and the supplier contract; dinner is not assumed to be included.
Entrance fees, activities, the Ella train, boat and safari tours, balloon rides and whale watching are not pre-paid tickets unless clearly confirmed; they are seasonal and weather-dependent, and animal-welfare rules apply.
Cancellation and payment terms differ between suppliers and are not published until reviewed and approved.
Sending a request is not a confirmed booking: nothing is paid and no rooms are held until the consultant confirms the offer with you.

Resumen

Programa diario

Día 1: Welcome to Sri Lanka — the elephants and the village

Stop 1 — Pinnawala elephants

Stop 2 — Village life

Día 2: Sigiriya Rock and the road to Kandy

Stop 1 — Sigiriya Rock

Stop 2 — Dambulla cave temple (optional)

Stop 3 — Spice garden

Stop 4 — Kandy Lake and the Temple of the Tooth

Stop 5 — Workshops and cultural show

Día 3: Through the tea country to Ella

Stop 1 — Nuwara Eliya and a tea factory

Stop 2 — Little Adam’s Peak

Stop 3 — Nine Arches Bridge

Día 4: Ravana Falls and Tissa Lake

Stop 1 — Ravana Falls

Stop 2 — Tissa Lake and temple

Día 5: Yala safari and Galle Fort

Stop 1 — Yala National Park

Stop 2 — Galle Fort

Día 6: A coastal day — beaches, whales and turtles

Stop 1 — Unawatuna and Jungle Beach

Stop 2 — Whale watching from Mirissa (seasonal)

Stop 3 — Turtle centre

Día 7: Farewell to Sri Lanka

Hoteles de 4 estrellas

Wewa Addara

Oak Ray Regency

Ella Gap Panorama

Avonil Resort

South Lake Resort

Incluido

No incluido

Términos y condiciones