10 Days Sri Lanka Budget Tour From Colombo
About this tour
Explore the UNESCO World heritage splendors, Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress architectural wonder. Amaze through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy
When driving through the cold and misty hills that host lush green tea plantations. Stop at a tea factory to observe the tea processing technique
Enjoy 4x4 Jeep safaris through stunning National parks, home for Asian wild elephant families. Capture a hunting Leopard in flesh is unforgettable
While having a Lonely Planet experience you get first-hand local knowledge, with on-the-ground expert’s guidance and the freedom and privacy to explore at your will
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Bandaranaike International Airport, කටුනායක, Sri Lanka to Negombo, Sri Lanka
Meet your guide or driver on arrival. Transfer to a hotel in Negombo, visit a fishing village, or at leisure on the beach. Overnight stay in Negombo.
Day 2: Nigambo, Negombo, Sri Lanka to Habarana, Sri Lanka
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and leave to visit Sigiriya rock fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most fascinating UNESCO world heritage sites. No matter how often you climb to the summit of this one-time hilltop fortress of the maverick Sinhalese king, Kassapa, the pleasure barely diminishes because of the abandoned spectacular views at the summit. In the afternoon, visit a traditional village in Habarana. This program is designed for you to experience the real traditional Sri Lankan rural village style, where you will travel in a Bullock cart to a rural village. This program is highly recommended as a “must-do” activity to get to feel the real Sri Lanka. Overnight stay in Sigiriya
Day 3: Dambulla, Sri Lanka to Kandy, Sri Lanka
After breakfast travel to Kandy another fascinating city of Sri Lanka. En-route visit the Dambulla cave temple, which contains more than 150 Statues of the Buddha. This was where a king of the 1st Century B.C. took refuge and later converted them into a monastery In Kandy visit the temple of tooth. This temple, the most important one for The Sri Lankan Buddhists was built in the 16th Century A.D, solely for the purpose of housing the tooth relic. Observe the magnificent Architecture of that period and experience the tranquility of the atmosphere. In the evening witness a spectacular Sri Lankan cultural show.Overnight stay in Kandy
Day 4: Kandy, Sri Lanka
After breakfast travel to visit pinnawala elephant orphanage, The foster – home of elephants of different age and size feed, bathe, play together and even mate. These great animals have been found injured or left abandoned in the wilderness. Now they even breed in captivity. And then visit Peradeniya botanical garden, which was a pleasure garden of a Kandyan King of the 16th Century and later made into a Botanical Garden during the British regime. This garden, one of the best in Asia is a place of beauty and a site for bird watchers. In the evening do a city tour in Kandy. Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 5: Kandy, Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
After breakfast, travel deeper into the tea-growing hills and have the option to wind through the mountains with magnificent views. En route to Nuwara Eliya, you will visit Ramboda waterfall and a factory of the popular Sri Lankan Tea. Arrive in Nuwara Eliya to be greeted by the fresh wintry atmosphere, the cottage-type bungalows, and the colonial air. ( Nuwara Eliya is also known as “Little England”) Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Day 6: Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka to Ella, Sri Lanka
Early in the morning travel to explore Horton’s plains national park. Horton’s plains offer some excellent hikes in an unusual environment, characterized by forest patches, grasslands, and some high-altitude vegetation. Highlights include the dramatic 880-meter drop at World’s End and the beautiful Baker’s Falls. In the afternoon travel to Ella for an overnight stay
Day 7: Ella, Sri Lanka to Yala National Park Safari, Yala, Sri Lanka
After breakfast, you travel to Yala. En-route visit the famous Ella gap and enjoy the most beautiful sceneries in the Sri Lanka highlands. In the afternoon, explore the Yala national wildlife park. Yala is one of Sri Lanka‘s premier eco-tourism destinations, where you can watch closely Leopard, Elephants, and unique varieties of Birds. Overnight stay in Yala.
Day 8: Yala National Park Safari, Yala, Sri Lanka to Galle, Sri Lanka
Travel to a beach resort for your beach holiday. En-route visit Galle Fort, which was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century. Then visit a turtle hatchery in the southern cost. These sea turtle hatcheries are for the survival of sea turtles for the next generation. In the afternoon, relax at your beach resort. Overnight stay at a beach resort
Day 9: Galle, Sri Lanka
Beach Stay with many choices of spending your time. Leisurely strolling on the Golden Beaches enthralled in the magical atmosphere. Lazing on a Sun deck reading a book of your choice, and sipping a cool fresh tropical fruit drink of pineapple, Mango, Banana. Water skiing, Wind Surfing, Snorkeling or cutting through the choppy on a jet water scooter, whale watching trips, and much more… (only if you wish, not included in the package price)
Day 10: Galle, Sri Lanka to Bandaranaike International Airport, කටුනායක, Sri Lanka
After breakfast, you Leave For Airport for Departure
What's included
Transport by private (A/C) vehicle English speaking driver/Guide Hotel or Airport pickup & drop-off All taxes, fees, and handling charges Bottled water (1l per person per day) Free Wi-Fi during the whole tour Local insurance for the vehicle/passengers 4 Star Standard accommodation with Half Board
Lunch Gratuities Souvenir photos (available to purchase) Excess luggage charges (where applicable) Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) All Entrance Fees at interest places and Historical sites.
What to know
During this Round Tour, we will be sight-seeing areas in the following destinations: to The guests, we will be provided with good quality, air-conditioned, comfortable vehicles with a driver-guide to help with your tour and free wi-fi. All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed Family holidays in Sri Lanka with your loved ones are one of the ideal holiday experiences for your family. Sri Lanka is one of the best family holiday destinations in Asia with ample attractions which you can experience within a shorter period. Ceylon classic Tours has carefully crafted this family holiday considering family-friendly resorts in Sri Lanka / safety aspect etc, and we will further tailor-make this family adventure itinerary in Sri Lanka considering the ages of the children & parents/duration of the holiday, and we ensure to have an unforgettable lifetime holiday experience when you arrive at our motherland, Sri Lanka. Your English-speaking tour guide who has excessive knowledge of all aspects of this incredible country will show you many fascinating and interesting places and will share his knowledge about Sri Lankan history and culture. You will have the opportunity to experience exciting outdoor activities. And wildlife safaris and also explore remote areas with unique landscapes that you will remember for a lifetime. Sri Lanka is an economy-friendly holiday destination; it’s a place where you can have world-class experiences without world-class cost. This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Bandaranaike International Airport, කටුනායක, Sri Lanka to Negombo, Sri Lanka