Pearl of Indian Ocean! Sri Lanka compact island packs diversity - ancient kingdoms, tea plantations, wildlife, beaches, culture. Colombo capital colonial buildings, Galle Face Green, markets. Kandy sacred Temple of Tooth Relic, cultural dance shows, botanical gardens. Nuwara Eliya Little England hill station tea estates, colonial charm. Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress UNESCO climbing ancient frescoes. Dambulla Cave Temple golden Buddha statues. Galle Fort Dutch colonial fortifications seaside walks. Yala National Park leopard safaris. Ella scenic train journey. Warm hospitality, spicy cuisine.
Day 1:
Arrive Colombo, city tour, Galle Face, transfer Kandy|
Day 2:
Temple of Tooth, Peradeniya Botanical Garden, cultural dance show evening|
Day 3:
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, tea plantation visit, factory tour, tasting|
Day 4:
Nuwara Eliya to Sigiriya via Dambulla, Cave Temple, climb Sigiriya Rock evening|
Day 5:
Sigiriya to Galle (or optional scenic train Ella), Galle Fort walk, lighthouse|
Day 6:
Beach leisure or Yala National Park safari (leopards, elephants, birds)|
Day 7:
Return Colombo, shopping, departure