Highlights
Blend of Shore and Hills
7 Days / 6 Nights
A holiday that blends Sri Lanka’s misty hills with the warmth of the southern coast. Explore Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella and Haputale with tea country landscapes, waterfalls and a scenic train ride, then enjoy a safari in Yala before relaxing in the beach town of Ahangama.
Route Overview
Colombo → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella / Haputale → Yala → Ahangama → Departure
Day 1 – Arrival, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Kandy Stay
Upon arrival in Sri Lanka, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to Kandy.
Highlights
- Airport pick-up and transfer to Kandy
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit
- Evening at leisure in Kandy
Hotel: Cinnamon Citadel, Kandy or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 2 – Visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO), Ramboda Falls and Nuwara Eliya City
Travel into Sri Lanka’s central highlands with cultural heritage, waterfalls and tea country scenery, arriving in Nuwara Eliya.
Highlights
- Visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO)
- Ramboda Falls viewpoint
- Tea factory and plantation visit with tea tasting
- Nuwara Eliya city visit and Lake Gregory area
Hotel: Araliya Green Hills, Nuwara Eliya or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 3 – Scenic Train Ride, Lipton’s Seat and Haputale Landmarks
Enjoy one of Sri Lanka’s most memorable hill-country experiences with a scenic train journey and famous viewpoints.
Highlights
- Scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Haputale (subject to availability)
- Lipton’s Seat viewpoint
- Adisham Bungalow visit
- St Andrew’s Church visit
Hotel: Oakray Ella Gap, Ella or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 4 – Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arches Bridge and Yala National Park Safari
Discover Ella’s iconic landmarks before heading for an exciting wildlife safari experience in Yala.
Highlights
- Little Adam’s Peak hike
- Nine Arches Bridge visit
- Demodara Railway Station viewpoint
- Yala National Park jeep safari
Hotel: Jetwing Yala, Yala or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 5 – Southern Coast Drive and Ahangama Beach Time
Travel towards Sri Lanka’s southern coastline and settle into the relaxed beach atmosphere of Ahangama.
Highlights
- Scenic drive from Yala to Ahangama
- Beach leisure time in Ahangama
- Sunset views by the ocean
Hotel: South Beach Hotel, Ahangama or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 6 and Day 7 – Rekawa Turtle Experience, Stilt Fishermen and Visit to Galle Fort (UNESCO)
Enjoy two days based in Ahangama, combining beach relaxation with iconic southern coastal experiences.
Highlights across both days
- Rekawa Turtle experience and conservation visit
- Stilt fishermen experience in Koggala
- Handunugoda Tea Factory visit and tasting
- Visit to Galle Fort (UNESCO) with guided walking tour
- Ahangama beach and coastal café time
Hotel: South Beach Hotel, Ahangama or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 7 – Departure
Depending on your flight time, enjoy a relaxed morning and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast (as part of Half Board plan of previous night)
Trip Route Overview
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