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Nuwara Eliya tea plantations Sri Lanka cultural tour
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8-Day Sri Lanka Tour

Culture, tea country & safari — Kandy temples, misty tea estates, mountain trains, leopard safari & golden beaches.

★★★★★ 4.8 (92 Reviews)
From $925per person
8 Days7 Nights
5Regions Covered
4★ / 5★Hotel Options
PrivateVehicle & Driver Guide
Overview

About this tour

A perfectly balanced 8-day tour blending Sri Lanka's cultural treasures with natural beauty. Explore Kandy's sacred temples, wander through Nuwara Eliya's misty tea estates, marvel at Ella's mountain scenery, track leopards on a Yala safari, stroll through Galle Fort, and unwind on Bentota's golden beaches.

Day by Day

Tour itinerary

01

Airport → Kandy

115km · Cultural Capital

Airport pickup with optional stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance in the evening.

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Accommodation4★ Topaz Hotel or similar · 5★ Mahaweli Reach or similar
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MealsDinner
02

Kandy Full Day

Full Day · Culture & Gardens

Morning at the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya. Explore Kandy's Gem Museum, Batik Gallery, and stroll around Kandy Lake. Visit a spice garden and learn about Sri Lankan spices and Ayurveda.

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AccommodationSame as Day 1
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
03

Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

80km · Tea Country

Journey through stunning hill country. Stop at a working tea factory to see Ceylon tea production. Visit cascading Ramboda Waterfall and the colourful Seetha Amman Temple. Explore Victoria Park and Gregory Lake.

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Accommodation4★ Araliya Red or similar · 5★ Araliya Green City or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
04

Nuwara Eliya → Ella

65km · Mountain Paradise

Scenic drive to Ella through spectacular mountain passes. Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak for panoramic views, and explore Ella's charming village cafes.

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Accommodation4★ 98 Acres Resort or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
05

Ella → Yala

130km · Safari Country

Journey south to Yala National Park, home to the world's highest leopard density. Afternoon jeep safari to spot leopards, elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, and exotic birdlife.

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Accommodation4★ Cinnamon Wild Yala or similar · 5★ Jetwing Yala or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
06

Yala → Galle → Bentota

200km · Southern Coast

Drive along the scenic south coast. Explore the historic Galle Fort — UNESCO World Heritage Site with cobbled streets, boutique shops, and ocean-view rampart walks. Continue to Bentota.

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Accommodation4★ Centara Ceysands or similar · 5★ Anantara Kalutara or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
07

Bentota Beach Day

Full Day · Beach Paradise

Full day on Bentota's golden beach. Water sports, Madu River boat safari through mangroves, or relax by the pool. Visit a turtle hatchery to see conservation efforts and baby sea turtles.

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AccommodationSame as Day 6
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
08

Bentota → Airport

88km · Departure

Final morning by the ocean. Comfortable airport transfer timed to your flight. Depart with eight days of incredible Sri Lankan memories.

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MealsBreakfast

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What's Included

Private, air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking chauffeur throughout
4-star or 5-star hotel options
Government taxes & expressway charges
Driver accommodation & meals included
24/7 customer support

Value-Added Services

  • 500ml complimentary water bottle per person, daily
  • Wheelchair and baby seat available on request
  • 24-hour customer care service
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