Morning: Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your English‑speaking chauffeur for a comfortable transfer to Cinnamon Lodge Habarana. En‑route, enjoy an optional visit to the Dambulla Cave Temple, where ancient Buddhist paintings await.
Afternoon: After checking in, relax in the hotel garden or unwind by the pool. If time permits, explore the surrounding countryside before returning to the lodge.
Evening: Enjoy an evening at leisure, perhaps savoring a welcome dinner featuring local cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, taking in spectacular views from the famed Lion’s Rock.
Afternoon: Stop at the Matale Spice Garden for a fragrant tour of Sri Lanka’s spices before continuing to Kandy.
Evening: Arrive at Kandy Mist By Cinnamon and settle in for a relaxing evening.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic to witness a revered Buddhist relic.
Afternoon: Take a leisurely stroll around Kandy Lake and soak up the tranquil atmosphere.
Evening: Explore the expansive Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya and optionally enjoy a traditional cultural dance performance.
Find HotelsMorning: Embark on a scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya, often called “Little England.”
Afternoon: Tour a historic Tea Factory & plantation with a tasting of fresh tea.
Evening: Wander around Gregory Lake and explore colonial-era sites before checking in at Araliya Green City.
Find HotelsMorning: Board the famed scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella, traversing tea‑covered hills (subject to train availability).
Afternoon: Visit the picturesque Nine Arches Bridge and hike up Little Adam’s Peak for impressive vistas.
Evening: Arrive at Moi Ella, unwind in the hotel, and enjoy a quiet evening.
Find HotelsMorning: Optional visit to the spectacular Ravana Falls or simply enjoy free time to explore the town.
Afternoon: Wander the streets of Ella, sampling local cafés and shops.
Evening: Relax at the hotel, perhaps enjoying a spa or sunset view.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Yala National Park, enjoying the changing landscape.
Afternoon: Arrive at Cinnamon Wild Yala, settle into your jungle lodge.
Evening: Embark on a thrilling evening jeep safari in Yala National Park to spot leopards and elephants.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart for Bentota, stopping at the historic Galle Fort for a brief stroll through the citadel.
Afternoon: Visit a Turtle Hatchery to learn about conservation efforts.
Evening: Check in to EKHO Surf Bentota; enjoy the beach or a sunset walk.
Find HotelsMorning: Optional water‑sports or relaxing beach time in Bentota.
Afternoon: Drive to Colombo for a short city tour covering Galle Face Green, Independence Square, and the Gangaramaya Temple.
Evening: Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure, or optional overnight at Amari Colombo if your flight is next day.
Find HotelsIf you have extra days, consider extending your stay in Nuwara Eliya for additional tea‑plantation tours or adding a day in Colombo for shopping and nightlife. To shorten the itinerary, you can skip the optional turtle hatchery and the optional overnight in Colombo, opting for a direct airport transfer on Day 9.