01 Night Dambulla + 01 Night Kandy + 01 Night Nuwara Eliya + 01 Night Yala + 02 Nights Bentota + 01 Night Colombo
Explore the best of Sri Lankan heritage, hill-country scenery, wildlife and beaches with this Sri Lanka 7 Nights 8 Days Wildlife Tour Package. Begin at Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress before experiencing Kandy’s sacred and cultural attractions. Travel through Ramboda Falls and the tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya before continuing towards Yala. Enjoy an exciting Yala National Park Jeep Safari, followed by two nights in beautiful Bentota. Complete your journey with a Colombo City Tour, making this an excellent Sri Lanka itinerary for families, couples, wildlife enthusiasts and leisure travellers.
Tour Highlights
- Dambulla Golden Cave Temple
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Temple of the Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens
- Ramboda Falls
- Tea Plantation & Tea Factory
- Nuwara Eliya Sightseeing
- Yala National Park
- Yala Jeep Safari
- Bentota & Colombo Sightseeing
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you and assist with your private transfer towards Dambulla. Visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, followed by the historic Dambulla Golden Cave Temple, an important heritage attraction in this Sri Lanka tour. The source itinerary also lists a Hiriwadunna Village Tour with a bullock cart experience if time permits. Later, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Dambulla.
After breakfast, visit the spectacular Sigiriya Rock Fortress before continuing approximately 85 km towards Kandy. En route, experience a Spice Garden, followed by Kandy sightseeing covering Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens and Kandy Lake. Continue to the Gem Gallery, Kandyan Cultural Show and Silk & Batik Factory for a glimpse into Sri Lankan traditions. Later, check in to the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast, proceed towards the scenic hill station of Nuwara Eliya, approximately 85 km from Kandy. Visit Ramboda Falls, Tea Plantations & Tea Factory and Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple during the journey through Sri Lanka's tea country. Continue with sightseeing at Lake Gregory, Victoria Park, Hakgala Garden / Ashoka Vatika and Seetha Amman Temple. Later, check in and enjoy an overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
After breakfast, check out and proceed approximately 180 km / 5 hours towards Yala. Continue to Yala National Park, whose landscapes in the source itinerary include forests, scrublands, grasslands, tanks and lagoons supporting diverse wildlife. Enjoy the journey from the cool central highlands towards Sri Lanka's southeastern wildlife region. On arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Yala.
Begin with a packed breakfast and proceed for the exciting Yala National Park Jeep Safari, one of the main highlights of this Sri Lanka Wildlife Tour Package. After completing the safari, return to the hotel to refresh before continuing approximately 240 km / 4 hours towards Bentota. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel from Sri Lanka's wildlife region towards its southwestern coast. On arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Bentota.
After breakfast, enjoy the Madu River Boat Ride, followed by the scheduled Kosgoda Marine Turtle experience. Continue with the Bentota water sports listed in the source programme, offering an enjoyable coastal experience during your Sri Lanka holiday. Spend time enjoying the tropical surroundings and relaxed beach atmosphere of Bentota. Later, return to your hotel and enjoy your second overnight stay in Bentota.
After breakfast, proceed approximately 90 km / 1 hour 30 minutes towards Colombo and begin the scheduled Colombo City Tour. Explore the historical, religious, commercial and modern attractions of Sri Lanka's bustling commercial capital. Enjoy your final sightseeing day after experiencing Sri Lanka's heritage, mountains, wildlife and beaches. Later, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Colombo.
After breakfast, check out from your Colombo hotel and meet our representative for the approximately 35 km / 45-minute private airport transfer. Your Dambulla Kandy Nuwara Eliya Yala Bentota Colombo Tour Package – 7 Nights / 8 Days concludes with memorable cultural, wildlife and coastal experiences. Proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport according to your scheduled flight timing. We wish you a safe journey home and look forward to welcoming you again with Jolly Holidays.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- 07 Nights Accommodation
- Breakfast & Dinner – Half Board
- Private AC sightseeing transportation
- Private inter-hotel transfers
- Return Private Airport Transfers
- English-Speaking Chauffeur Driver
- Current government taxes
Exclusions
- Air ticket
- Visa fee
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips & portage
- Unspecified meals
- Camera/video permits
- Early check-in & late checkout
- Entrance/activity fees & supplements where applicable
- Services not mentioned in inclusions
Terms and Conditions
Booking Policy
- Minimum 50% advance payment is required to confirm the booking.
- Full payment must be completed 15 days before travel date.
- Booking is subject to availability of flights, hotels, and tours.
Cancellation Policy
- 30 days before travel: Cancellation charge 10% of package cost
- 15–29 days before travel: Cancellation charge 30%
- 7–14 days before travel: Cancellation charge 50%
- Less than 7 days / No show: 100% cancellation charges
Flight / Train – Schedule Changes
- Flight/Train timings may change depending on airline schedules.
- The agency is not responsible for airline delays, rescheduling, or cancellations.
Hotel Policy
- Standard check-in time: 14:00 hrs
- Check-out time: 12:00 hrs
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to hotel availability.
Tour & Transfers
- All sightseeing tours operate on shared (SIC) or private basis as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Missed tours due to late arrival or personal reasons are non-refundable.
Responsibility
- The travel agency acts only as a service facilitator for airlines, hotels, and transport providers.
- The company is not responsible for accidents, natural disasters, or political issues during the tour.
Price Changes
- Tour price may change due to currency fluctuations, fuel surcharge, or government taxes.
Behaviour Policy
- Travelers must follow the local laws and regulations of India during the tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This Sri Lanka Holiday from India – 7 Nights / 8 Days covers Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Bentota and Colombo. The package includes 07 nights accommodation, breakfast and dinner, private AC sightseeing transportation and inter-hotel transfers. Return private airport transfers and an English-speaking chauffeur driver are also included. International flights from India, visa fees, insurance, entrance fees and personal expenses are excluded.
The itinerary includes 01 night Dambulla, 01 night Kandy, 01 night Nuwara Eliya, 01 night Yala, 02 nights Bentota and 01 night Colombo. Travellers experience ancient heritage, Kandy culture, tea-country scenery, wildlife and tropical beaches. Sigiriya Rock Fortress is also included before travelling towards Kandy. The holiday concludes with Colombo sightseeing and a private airport transfer.
No, international air tickets are excluded from the listed package inclusions. Travellers need to arrange their flights between India and Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport separately unless airfare is added to a customised quotation. Airport pickup and drop transfers within Sri Lanka are included according to the itinerary. Flight details should be provided before arrival to coordinate transfers.
Yes, the programme includes both Dambulla Golden Cave Temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dambulla is visited on the arrival day, while Sigiriya is scheduled on Day 2 before travelling to Kandy. Exploring the elevated sections of Sigiriya requires substantial walking and climbing. Comfortable footwear and consideration of fitness and weather conditions are recommended.
The Hiriwadunna Village Tour with a bullock cart experience is listed in the programme only if time permits. Its operation depends on flight arrival time, road conditions and completion of earlier sightseeing at Pinnawela and Dambulla. Travellers should therefore consider it a conditional experience. Any applicable activity charges should also be confirmed separately.
Nuwara Eliya sightseeing includes Ramboda Falls, Tea Plantations & Tea Factory and Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple. The itinerary also covers Lake Gregory, Victoria Park, Hakgala Garden and Seetha Amman Temple. These attractions combine waterfalls, tea-country scenery, gardens and religious experiences. Tea Factory access and demonstrations remain subject to local operating schedules.
A scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari is part of the Day 5 itinerary before travelling towards Bentota. However, the package exclusions state that entrance and activity fees are excluded where applicable. Therefore, national park admission, jeep charges or related supplements should be confirmed in the final quotation. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed because animals move freely within the park.
The Bentota sightseeing programme includes the Madu River Boat Ride and Kosgoda Marine Turtle experience. The source programme also lists Bentota water sports as part of the coastal experience. Specific activities, operating conditions and charges should be confirmed before participation. Water sports remain subject to weather, local availability, age and safety requirements.
Yes, this Sri Lanka Tour Package from India combines cultural sightseeing, nature, wildlife and beaches within an eight-day programme. Families can experience Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park and Bentota along with important heritage attractions. Private transportation provides convenient ground travel between destinations. Families with young children should consider the longer transfers, Sigiriya climb and safari duration when planning the trip.
This Dambulla Kandy Nuwara Eliya Yala Bentota Colombo Tour Package explores several contrasting regions within one holiday. Travellers experience ancient heritage, tea plantations, waterfalls, wildlife safari, coastal attractions and Colombo sightseeing. Two nights in Bentota provide additional time to enjoy the coast. It offers a varied itinerary for travellers from India seeking culture, nature, wildlife and leisure.
Things to Do - Sri Lanka Holiday from India
1. Explore Dambulla Golden Cave Temple
Begin your Sri Lanka holiday by visiting the historic Dambulla Golden Cave Temple on the first day. Experience its cave-temple surroundings and discover an important part of Sri Lanka’s Buddhist heritage. The visit provides a cultural introduction before continuing through the island. Appropriate clothing and respectful behaviour are recommended at the temple.
2. Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit the spectacular Sigiriya Rock Fortress before travelling from Dambulla towards Kandy. Explore the archaeological surroundings and dramatic rock setting of this major heritage attraction. Reaching the elevated sections involves considerable walking and climbing, including numerous steps. Travellers should wear suitable footwear and consider weather and personal fitness before climbing.
3. Experience Kandy’s Cultural Attractions
Explore Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens and Kandy Lake during the Kandy portion of the tour. Continue to the Gem Gallery and enjoy the traditional Kandyan Cultural Show. The Silk & Batik Factory provides another introduction to local craftsmanship. Together, these experiences showcase Kandy’s religious and cultural character.
4. Admire Ramboda Falls
Stop at beautiful Ramboda Falls while travelling through Sri Lanka’s central highlands towards Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy the surrounding mountain landscapes and capture photographs during the scenic road journey. This waterfall provides a refreshing natural sightseeing experience between Kandy and the tea country. Water flow can vary according to rainfall and season.
5. Discover Sri Lanka’s Tea Country
Visit the scenic Tea Plantations & Tea Factory during the journey towards Nuwara Eliya. Learn about aspects of tea cultivation and processing while enjoying Sri Lanka’s green highland landscapes. This tea-country experience adds local heritage to the mountain journey. Factory access and production demonstrations remain subject to operating schedules.
6. Explore Nuwara Eliya’s Attractions
Spend time exploring Lake Gregory, Victoria Park and Hakgala Garden during the Nuwara Eliya sightseeing programme. The itinerary also includes Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple and Seetha Amman Temple. These attractions combine nature, scenery and religious experiences within Sri Lanka’s hill country. Individual attraction access remains subject to local timings and conditions.
7. Experience a Yala Jeep Safari
Start Day 5 with the scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari, one of the major experiences of the holiday. Explore the park’s natural habitats while looking for wildlife and birdlife during the safari. This Sri Lanka wildlife experience also provides opportunities for nature photography. Wildlife sightings vary naturally and cannot be guaranteed.
8. Enjoy a Madu River Boat Ride
Experience the beautiful Madu River Boat Ride during the dedicated Bentota sightseeing day. Travel through wetland and mangrove surroundings while discovering another natural environment of Sri Lanka’s southwestern coast. The excursion adds a relaxing river and nature experience after the Yala safari. Boat charges and operating conditions should be confirmed before participation.
9. Discover Bentota’s Coastal Experiences
Spend two nights in Bentota and enjoy the beach atmosphere along with scheduled coastal sightseeing. Visit the Kosgoda Marine Turtle attraction and explore the Bentota water sports listed in the programme. Activities can provide additional adventure for couples, families and groups. Participation remains subject to weather, safety requirements, local availability and applicable charges.
10. Explore Colombo Before Departure
Complete the holiday with a scheduled Colombo City Tour through Sri Lanka’s commercial capital. Discover historical, religious, commercial and modern surroundings according to the confirmed programme. Available time may also provide opportunities for shopping and independent city exploration. Colombo offers a lively conclusion before the private airport transfer.
About this Tour - Sri Lanka Holiday from India
The Sri Lanka Holiday from India – 7 Nights / 8 Days combines heritage attractions, scenic hill country, wildlife experiences, tropical beaches and city sightseeing. Featuring 01 night Dambulla, 01 night Kandy, 01 night Nuwara Eliya, 01 night Yala, 02 nights Bentota and 01 night Colombo, the itinerary offers Indian travellers a varied journey through several distinctive regions of Sri Lanka.
Begin in Dambulla, visiting Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage before exploring the historic Dambulla Golden Cave Temple. A Hiriwadunna Village Tour is also listed if time permits. The following day includes Sigiriya Rock Fortress before continuing towards Kandy for the Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake and traditional cultural experiences.
Travel through Sri Lanka’s central highlands towards Nuwara Eliya, stopping at Ramboda Falls and the Tea Plantations & Tea Factory. The programme continues with Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Lake Gregory, Victoria Park, Hakgala Garden and Seetha Amman Temple. From the cool hill country, travel towards Yala and experience the landscapes of Sri Lanka’s southeastern wildlife region.
Begin the following morning with the scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari before continuing towards the southwestern coast. Spend two nights in Bentota, enjoying the Madu River Boat Ride, Kosgoda Marine Turtle experience and listed water sports. Safari, entrance, boat and activity charges should be confirmed separately where applicable, while wildlife sightings remain subject to natural conditions.
Complete the holiday with a Colombo City Tour and final overnight stay before the private airport transfer. With 07 nights accommodation, half-board meals, private AC transportation and an English-speaking chauffeur driver, the package provides convenient ground arrangements. Combining Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Bentota and Colombo, this itinerary is a comprehensive Sri Lanka holiday from India for families, couples, groups and wildlife enthusiasts.