Duration
2 Days
Kandy & Nuwara Eliya 2-Day Hill Country Tour (All-Inclusive)
Escape to the central highlands of Sri Lanka on this scenic 2-day tour combining the cultural heritage of Kandy with the misty landscapes of Nuwara Eliya. Witness the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, stroll through roya...
Group Size
Max 10 People
Starting Price
$389 / person
Pickup Points
1 locations
Overview
Escape to the central highlands of Sri Lanka on this scenic 2-day tour combining the cultural heritage of Kandy with the misty landscapes of Nuwara Eliya. Witness the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, stroll through royal botanical gardens, visit tea plantations, waterfalls, colonial-era landmarks, and experience the charm of Sri Lanka’s “Little England.” En route, explore the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the spice gardens of Mawanella, and a gem museum in Kandy. With comfortable accommodations and all key experiences included, this journey is ideal for both nature lovers and cultural explorers.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Colombo – Pinnawala – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
- 06:00 AM – Pickup from your hotel in Colombo, Negombo, or Bentota.
- 08:30 AM – Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and observe morning elephant bathing and feeding.
- 10:00 AM – Continue to Mawanella to visit a spice garden and learn about Sri Lanka’s herbal and culinary plants.
- 11:30 AM – Explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
- 12:30 PM – Arrive in Kandy and tour a gem museum showcasing Sri Lanka’s renowned gemstones.
- 01:30 PM – Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch in Kandy.
- 03:00 PM – Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya.
- 04:30 PM – Scenic drive via Ramboda Falls; visit a tea factory and plantation on the way.
- 06:00 PM – Check-in to your hotel in Nuwara Eliya. Evening at leisure.
Day 2: Nuwara Eliya – Colombo Return
- 07:30 AM – Breakfast at the hotel.
- 08:30 AM – Visit Gregory Lake, Victoria Park, and explore colonial architecture.
- 10:30 AM – Optional shopping or market stroll in town.
- 12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant.
- 01:30 PM – Begin return journey to Colombo / Negombo / Bentota.
- 06:30 PM – Drop-off at your original pickup location.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Colombo, Negombo, or Bentota
- Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Overnight accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Nuwara Eliya
- Entrance fees to:
- Breakfast on Day 2 and lunch on both days
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Bottled water during the tour
Excluded
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any other admission or entrance fees
- Gratuities (optional)