Overview
Tour Information
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Car, Van, Train
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5 Star Hotels, 4 Star Hotels
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Prior to 7 Days
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VISA, Master Cards, CASH
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Summer, Autumn
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Children under 4 years, free of charge
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Embark on a remarkable 11-day journey across Sri Lanka, curated to reveal the island’s most enchanting treasures in comfort and style. Begin in Colombo’s vibrant capital, then ascend to the cultural heights of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, and Kandy, where ancient kingdoms and sacred temples whisper stories of a timeless past. Journey into the misty tea valleys of Nuwara Eliya, ride the world-renowned train to Ella, and marvel at its cascading waterfalls and iconic Nine Arch Bridge. Continue southward to Mirissa and Unawatuna, where golden beaches, coconut-fringed hills, and coastal fortresses offer the perfect blend of relaxation and discovery. With exclusive safaris, village encounters, cultural dances, and luxury stays throughout, this itinerary is more than a tour — it is an elegant passage through the soul of Sri Lanka, crafted for the discerning traveler.
Trip Highlights
- Relax at the beach
- Hiking experience at Sigiriya
- Train tour to Ella
- Beach party at Mirissa
- Whale watching experience
Tour Itinerary
Experience Sri Lanka in 11 unforgettable days — from Colombo’s vibrant city life and Sigiriya’s ancient fortress to Minneriya safaris, Kandy’s cultural treasures, and Nuwara Eliya’s tea-clad highlands. Journey by train to Ella, relax on golden beaches in Mirissa and Unawatuna, and conclude with Galle’s heritage and Colombo’s elegance.
- Warm welcome: When you arrive at Colombo airport, our guide will greet and welcome
you. Colombo City tour. - Transfer to the hotel: After that, transfer you to an ideal place to relax with the
magnificent view of the sea. Overnight stay in Granbell Hotel in Colombo. - Distance from airport to Colombo: 32km
- Time duration: 30min
- Places / Activities
- Relax on the beach
- Colombo city tour
- Sigiriya: Checking into the hotel and relaxing, in the evening, proceeds to Sigiriya, which was the
fortress of King Kashyapa. Watch Sigiriya water garden. Watch the sunset from the top of
Sigiriya. - Atheriya Spa: End of the day, relax your soul and body. This will give you an
energetic and comfortable feeling. Overnight stay in Roo Mansala hotel, Sigiriya. - Distance from Colombo to Sigiriya: 172 km
- Time duration: 3 hr 26min
- Places / Activities
- Sigiriya Rock fortress/frescos/graffiti
- Spa and relax (Atheria)
- Minneriya Safari tour: After having breakfast at the hotel, in the morning, check out at 6
a.m. from the hotel, proceed to Minneriya National Park to spend time with wild
animals. Lunch at Minneriya. - Village tour: After that, in the evening, proceed to Habarana for the village tour. You
You can enjoy the oxen cart ride and experience a traditional Sri Lankan village.
Additionally, enjoy authentic Sri Lankan village meals and savor the flavors. Overnight stay in Roo
Mansala Hotel, Sigiriya. - Distance from Sigiriya to Minneriya: 35km
- Time duration: 42min
- Distance from Minneriya to Habarana: 25km
- Time duration: 30min
Places / Activities
- Minneriya Safari
- Hiriwadunna Village tour (boat ride if possible)
- Oxen cart ride
- Kamatha the cultural program (optional)
- Ritigala (optinal)
- Polonnaruwa cultural tour: After having breakfast at the hotel, in the morning, check out at 6 a.m. from the hotel, proceed to Polonnaruwa cultural city. Overnight stay inSudu Araliya Hotel in Polonnaruwa. Distance from Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa: 53km
- Time duration: 1hr 10min
- Places / Activities -
- Parakramabahu statue
- King palace
- Cultural ruins
- Gal viharaya
Kandy tour: After breakfast, check out at 9 a.m. from the Sudu Araliya hotel and
proceed to Kandy. You can have the city tour, Kandy Dancing, and go to the Temple of
Tooth en route to the hotel. After that, go to the hotel and relax. Overnight stay in the Elegant
Hotel Kandy.
- Distance from Polonnaruwa to Kandy: 144km
- Time duration: 3hr 19min
- Places / Activities
- Kandy city tour
- Kandy Dancing show
- Temple of Tooth - Dambulla Rock Cave Temple
Peradeniya Botanical Garden: After breakfast at the hotel and check out at 9 a.m., proceed to Peradeniya Botanical Garden.
Tea factory and plantation: After that, proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Sightseeing of tea plantation and waterfalls, viewpoints while proceeding to Nuwara Eliya. Lunch while proceeding to Nuwara Eliya. Overnight stay at Golden Ridge in Nuwara Eliya.
Distance from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya: 75km
Time duration: 2 hr 30min
Places / Activities - - - -
- Peradeniya Botanical Garden
- Damro Tea factory/tea plantations
- Sightseeing waterfalls
- Ramboda falls
- (on the way to Nuwara Eliya)
- Enjoying Gregory Lake: After breakfast in the morning, proceed to Gregory Lake and enjoy the view.
- Strawberry farm: visit to the strawberry farm in Nuwara Eliya
- Moon plains: After lunch, proceed to Horton plains and see the wild animals and the beauty of nature as water falls. Overnight stay at Golden Ridge in Nuwara Eliya.
- Places / Activities:-
- - Moon plains and waterfalls
- Shanthipura viewpoint
- Gregory Lake boat tour
- Strawberry Farm
- Nuwara Eliya City tour
- Hakgala Botanical Garden (optional)
- Trekking (optional)
- Ella: After breakfast, check out of the hotel at 9 a.m. and proceed to Nanu Oya Railway Station in Nuwara Eliya, and proceed to Ella. During the journey, you visit NineArch Bridge, Ravan waterfall, and Little Adams peak. Overnight stay at the Ella Inn Hotel in Ella. (If you like either you can have a train tour or take the car to Ella. If you select the, there are more interesting places Nuwara Eliya – Haputale route. You can discuss with the driver)
- Train tour: if you take the train from Demodara to Ella, the train stops at the Nine Arch Bridge. It is included in the train tour.
- Distance from Nuwara Eliya to Ella (train tour via Nanu Oya): 56km
- Time duration: 3 hrs 16 min
- Distance from Nuwara Eliya to Ella (by car): 63km
- Time duration: 2 hours
- Places / Activities
- Nine arch bridges
- Ravan Falls
- Waterfalls
- Viewpoints
- Little Adam’s Peak
- Adisham Bungalow (optional – car ride)
- Lipton seat (optional – car ride)
- Coconut Tree Hill: After breakfast, check out and proceed to Mirissa to the famous coconut hills. Nightlife at Mirissa beach. - Evening plan: Proceed to Galle. Galle city tour. Overnight stay in Emerald Bay Resort in Mirissa.
- Distance from Ella to Mirissa: 176km
- Time duration: 3 hr 09min
- Places / Activities
- Coconut Tree Hill
- Spa and relax (Secret Root Spa)
- Nightlife at Unawatuna
- Unawatuna: After breakfast, proceed to Unawatuna. Proceed to Jungle Beach at Unawatuna (if you like). Swimming and relaxation on the beach. Sightseeing in Rumassala Sanctuary. Lunch at the hotel.
- Galle tour: In the evening, proceed to Galle Fort and enjoy the Dutch architecture and sunset. Evening you can do a Galle city tour enjoy dinner at a good place. Overnight stay in Araliya Beach Resort in Unawatuna.
- Distance from Mirissa to Unawatuna: 30km
- Time duration: 47min
- Distance from Unawatuna to Galle: 11km
- Time duration: 5min
- Places / Activities
- Jungle beach
- Rumassala Sanctuary
- Galle Fort
- Batik dress making
- Beach camping Balapitiya (optional)
- Parrot Rock (optional)
- Farewell: In the morning, proceed to Bandaranayaka International Airport, Katunayaka.
- Places / Activities
- - Balapitiya / Ahungalla beach
- Madu River boat safari
- Turtle hatchery
- Puppets museum (optional) - Distance from Balapitiya to Colombo: 82km
- Time duration: 2 hours
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to any place included in itinerary
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels
- Guide service during the trip
- Child seats if requested during the transport
- Child cot when you stay in the hotel as per your request.
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- Vehicle parking fees
- All the required permits and paperwork
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses (for food and facilities)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in on the way or outside of the hotel
- Tickets fees / Entrance fees to Safari, boat tours, National Parks and Dancing shows etc
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
Frequently Asked Questions
The package includes luxury accommodation, daily breakfast, selected meals, private transportation, guided tours, entrance fees to listed attractions, and all scheduled activities.
No, international flights are not included. Guests must arrange their own flights to and from Colombo International Airport.
Yes, absolutely. Dragonfly Ceylon Tours specializes in bespoke experiences. You may request adjustments such as adding extra nights, upgrading hotels, or including additional activities.
We partner with handpicked 4- and 5-star hotels, boutique resorts, and luxury lodges that reflect both comfort and authentic Sri Lankan charm.
Yes, we arrange first-class or luxury observation seats when available. However, in peak seasons, train tickets can sell out quickly, so we also provide a private vehicle option.
Daily breakfast is included at all hotels. Lunch and dinner may vary depending on the day’s activities, though recommendations and arrangements can be made at premium restaurants.
Light cotton clothing for the warm lowlands, a light jacket for the cool highlands, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, sunscreen, and modest attire for temple visits.
Yes. The itinerary blends cultural sightseeing, wildlife safaris, scenic train rides, and beach relaxation — making it ideal for families. Adjustments can be made for young travelers.
Yes. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance to cover medical needs, cancellations, or unexpected changes.
Simply contact Dragonfly Ceylon Tours via our website or email. A travel consultant will guide you through the booking process, payment terms, and any personalization requests.
Tour Map
Destinations
Bandaranayaka International airport
Sigiriya
Habarana
Minneriya
Polonnaruwa
Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Ella
Mirissa
Unawatuna
Colombo
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