Sri Lanka Grand Essence Tour

Sri Lanka Grand Essence

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5 Nights 6 Days
Price
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Overview

Island Dreams: A Six-Day Sri Lankan Loop

This Sri Lanka tour package 5 nights 6 days covers the most stunning spots from high mountains to sunny coasts. We think you will love the variety offered here.

Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Ella
Bentota
Colombo

Kandy

Kandy welcomes you with its calm lake and the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic amidst green hills.

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya offers cool breezes and tea estates (and perhaps a quick visit to the iconic pink post office).

Ella

This Kandy Nuwara Eliya Ella Bentota tour takes you to Ella for the Nine Arch Bridge and mountain gap views.

Bentota

Moving along this Sri Lanka hill station and beach tour, Bentota provides sun, sand, and refreshing water sports activities.

Colombo

Colombo serves as the final stop for shopping and the local energy before your flight back home.

Ramayana

Many travelers choose this Sri Lanka Ramayana tour package from India to visit significant historical and religious sites.

What is the Best Timing to Choose This Tour

Plan your trip between December and March to enjoy clear skies across the different regions of this beautiful island. We promise this will be the escape you have been dreaming about for a very long time.

Highlights

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Cultural dance show & Kandy Lake views
Tea plantations & tea factory visit
Herbal and Spice garden
Gregory Lake & the hill station aesthetic
Scenic train journey to hill country
Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam's Peak
Golden Bentota Beach
Madu River boat safari & turtle hatchery
City tour: Independence Square, Galle Face Green
Shopping and modern capital experience

Itinerary

Arrive in Sri Lanka at Katunayake International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative along with the driver. Then, you will proceed from the airport to Kandy.

These are the following sightseeing:

Elephant Orphanage : Visit the Elephant Orphanage en route to Kandy where visitors can see rescued and orphaned elephants being cared for, which is a heart-warming experience.(dependent on arrival time, as the attraction closes by 5 PM).
Herbal and Spice Garden : To learn about Sri Lanka’s conventional variety of medicinal herbs and spices, you must visit this place. Visitors can explore aromatic plants like cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg and learn about their health benefits.
Kandy City Tour : Do a city tour of Kandy, including a visit to Kandy View Point. It offers a breath-taking view of Kandy city, with the quiet Kandy Lake and surrounding hills forming a perfect environment.
Kandy Cultural Show : You can enjoy the folk dance shows starting from 5 PM in this show. It offers an unforgettable sight and proves the island’s rich cultural heritage.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Kandy

After breakfast, you will be taken to visit the following sightseeing.

Temple of the Tooth Relic : Start your day with a visit to the most sacred place of Sri Lanka, believed to house a respected tooth of Lord Buddha.
Peradeniya Botanical Garden : Spend the morning exploring the beautiful Peradeniya Botanical Garden, renowned for its vast collection of flora.
Gem Museum : To discover Sri Lanka's rich gemstone heritage of rare sapphires and precious stones, you must visit this place.
Tea Factory and Estate : To learn about the tea-making process and enjoy a fresh cup of world-famous Ceylon tea, you just need to tour here. The growth process of plantations and fresh tea tasting are ultimate to the visitors.
Seetha Amman Temple : Visit this holy site linked to the Ramayana, believed to mark the place where Goddess Sita was kept as a prisoner, an important cultural and spiritual site.
Gregory Lake : With a relaxing mood by the end of the day you do visit the lake in Nuwara Eliya, surrounded by hills and green landscapes offering a peaceful spot for boating and leisurely activities.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, our tour guide will take you to visit the following attractions.

Scenic Train Ride : Enjoy the one of the World’s most beautiful rail routes which is from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, passing through stunning tea plantations and mountains.
Sightseeing in Ella : Nine Arch Bridge Visit this iconic stone bridge near Ella which is a marvellous spot for photography in the middle of lush greenery.
Mini Adam’s Peak : It is an easy hill hike in Ella that rewards the visitors to see the panoramic views and the surrounding hills.
Transfer to Bentota : After visiting Ella, you will proceed to Bentota for the next destination of your journey.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Bentota

After breakfast, you can visit the following places.

Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery : This hatchery is a centre aimed at the protection of endangered sea turtles; visitors are allowed to familiarize themselves with the hatchlings, the process of rescuing, and further release means, using the southern beaches of Sri Lanka.
Water Sports in Bentota : It is Sri Lanka’s hub for water adventures, offering options like jet-skiing, windsurfing, banana boat rides and river safaris.
Madu River Boat Safari : Finish your day with a boat safari tour of the scenic Madu River that takes one through unruffled mangrove tunnels and waterways, rich in birdlife, island villages, and serene beauty of Sri Lanka's coastal wetlands.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Bentota

City Sightseeing:

Embark on a Colombo City tour and drive through its bustling city adjacent to the historic neighbourhoods and very important landmarks.

Visit Gangaramaya Temple : Start your day by visiting Sri Lanka’s most iconic Buddhist temple located in the heart of Colombo. The temple has been lauded for its incredible blend of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architectural designs and its collection of relics, statues, and antiques.
Explore Gangarama Seema Malakaya : The temple rests on an artificial lake named Beira in Colombo and is a breath-taking example of modern Buddhist temple architecture with its clean white designs and serene environments. This temple is especially constructed for the purpose of meditation and relaxation. It provides a peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Visit Sri Anjaneyar Temple of God Hanuman (Ramayana Site) : The temple, which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, is one of the prime Ramayana-related tourist attractions in Sri Lanka and is said to be connected with Lord Hanuman’s quest for Goddess Sita. The temple is also renowned for its enormous statue of Lord Hanuman and for the tranquil environment with which it is set on top of a hill.
Visit Kelaniya Vibishina Temple (Ramayana Site) : Continue your journey to this temple has long been regarded as one of Sri Lanka’s Ramayana tourist attractions, being linked to King Vibishana, famous for its holy ambiance and historical values, which relate to Ramayana significantly.
Visit Independence Square : Located in Colombo, is a historic location that commemorates the independence of Sri Lanka and boasts impressive architectural designs, green grounds, and a serene environment conductive to sightseeing and photography.
Shopping in Colombo : One can say that shopping in Colombo is the best as one gets the chance to enjoy the variety that the shopping scene in the city has to offer. This includes the shopping malls, the street markets, as well as the local boutiques.
Colombo Lotus Tower : Visit the iconic Colombo Lotus Tower which is the tallest building in Sri Lanka, is an eye-catching monument and symbol of change that offers a panoramic view of Colombo. (Entry fee: 20 USD per person)
Gangaramaya Temple : Visit the historic temple for its distinctive architecture and significance.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Colombo

Breakfast at Hotel

Transfer from Colombo to Katunayake International Airport

Check-in at Katunayake International Airport

Included

Transfers: - AC Vehicle to all the locations.
3 Star Hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guide or Driver Fee
Water Bottles
Highway charges
All Service Charges
Arrangement of Foods for, Veg, Non-Veg & Jain (Requested by the client)

Excluded

Flight tickets
Visa Free
Site Entrance Tickets
Camera or Video Permitted
Medical Expenses and Insurances
Applicable GST & TCS
Any service not mentioned in the Inclusions

Terms & Conditions

The tour price is subject to change without any prior notice.
Accommodation will be provided subject to the availability of the mentioned hotels
Confirmation is subject to availability and prior payment.
The Hotel may allocate rooms depending on its availability at the time of check-in to the category of the room specified on your confirmation voucher.
Extra bed means Extra mattress.
There will be no refunds for any unused elements such as accommodation, meals, transportation segments, or any other service because of inclement weather, illness, strikes, road blockages, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. These items are neither refundable nor transferable.
AC is not operational in Hill Stations.
A token amount cannot be refunded.
Prices quoted are valid for Indian Nationals and Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit.
The prices quoted will be available at the time we confirm the details, but currently we do not hold any blocks for the sent quote.
Booking confirmations are dependent on availability. All Hotels Rooms: Rooms are available on an "as available" basis.
All Hotels Rooms are dependent on availability.
At present, we are not holding any bookings for air seats, hotel rooms, or conference rooms, etc. Final availability will be known when we make the request for bookings.
No refund will be initiated, if the services & facilities of hotel are not up to the expectations you keep, this will be dealt on a case-to-case basis of the Confirmation policy.
Holiday Surcharge will be additional, if applicable

Payment Policy

The above package can be booked/ hold on payment of token amount, which is 40% of the total amount for booking.
The client should deposit another 40% amount one & half month before the date of travelling.
This balance of 20% must be completed prior to 15 days before the date of travelling.

Cancellation Policy

If cancellations are done prior to 30 days of the start date of the trip, the cancellation fees charged will be 30 % of the Total Package Cost.
If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 70% of the Total Package Cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made within 7-10 days before the start date of the trip, cancellation fees charged will be 85% of the Total Package cost.
In case the cancellation of 6 days prior or last minute booking is due to flight cancellation, any natural calamity, and due to technical/ weather and high tides and sea conditions, there would be a deduction of 100% cancellation charge from the total booking amount.
Activities may be cancelled at any point of time due to unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions. In such cases, we will provide an alternate feasible activity to the best of our abilities. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
100% in case of a non-refundable flight ticket / Hotel Room.
Any amount charged as GST on any transaction is not refundable.
Some Cancellation And Refund Policies Are Out Of Our Tender:

1. Refund for hotel payment will follow the Domestic/International hotel’s cancellation policy Domestic/International Flight tickets cancellations will follow the airline’s company policy

2. In case you cancel the trip after commencement, refund would be restricted to a limited amount only which too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers/ contractors we patronize. For any hotel accommodations, transportation, missed meals are unused then we won't take any responsibilities to refund that.

Faq

This route showcases all the diversities that Sri Lanka has in store: ancient temples, misty hill stations, scenic train journeys, lush tea gardens, golden beaches, and vibrant city life in one seamless itinerary.

Absolutely, this itinerary covers the top highlights of Sri Lanka and is great for first-time travellers who seek culture, nature, and leisure put together.

Yes, the romantic hill stations of Nuwara Eliya and Ella, in combination with beach stays in Bentota, will make this an ideal tour for honeymooners.

Accordingly, the tour is family-friendly, with soft sightseeing, picturesque travel, beach relaxation, and cultural experiences suitable for all ages.

Yes, that is to say; Bentota is one of the safest beach destinations in Sri Lanka, famous for optional water sports: jet skiing, banana boat rides, and river safaris.

The best time falls in December to April, when hill stations are pleasant and the west-coast beaches such as Bentota enjoy sunny weather.

Yes, Indian tourists need an Electronic Travel Authorization for entry into Sri Lanka, easily can be applied through online through their official website, with recent changes making this free.

The local unit of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan Rupee. Indian rupees cannot be used for general use, but exchange rates can be obtained very easily.

The language spoken is either Sinhala or Tamil, with English widely spoken in areas frequented by tourists.

True, with comfortable transportation, short distances, and easy itineraries, Sri Lanka can very well become a destination for the elderly.

Yes, most holiday packages can be completely customized according to interests, budget, time, and holiday style.

Highlights

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Cultural dance show & Kandy Lake views
Tea plantations & tea factory visit
Herbal and Spice garden
Gregory Lake & the hill station aesthetic
Scenic train journey to hill country
Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam's Peak
Golden Bentota Beach
Madu River boat safari & turtle hatchery
City tour: Independence Square, Galle Face Green
Shopping and modern capital experience

Itinerary

Arrive in Sri Lanka at Katunayake International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative along with the driver. Then, you will proceed from the airport to Kandy.

These are the following sightseeing:

Elephant Orphanage : Visit the Elephant Orphanage en route to Kandy where visitors can see rescued and orphaned elephants being cared for, which is a heart-warming experience.(dependent on arrival time, as the attraction closes by 5 PM).
Herbal and Spice Garden : To learn about Sri Lanka’s conventional variety of medicinal herbs and spices, you must visit this place. Visitors can explore aromatic plants like cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg and learn about their health benefits.
Kandy City Tour : Do a city tour of Kandy, including a visit to Kandy View Point. It offers a breath-taking view of Kandy city, with the quiet Kandy Lake and surrounding hills forming a perfect environment.
Kandy Cultural Show : You can enjoy the folk dance shows starting from 5 PM in this show. It offers an unforgettable sight and proves the island’s rich cultural heritage.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Kandy

After breakfast, you will be taken to visit the following sightseeing.

Temple of the Tooth Relic : Start your day with a visit to the most sacred place of Sri Lanka, believed to house a respected tooth of Lord Buddha.
Peradeniya Botanical Garden : Spend the morning exploring the beautiful Peradeniya Botanical Garden, renowned for its vast collection of flora.
Gem Museum : To discover Sri Lanka's rich gemstone heritage of rare sapphires and precious stones, you must visit this place.
Tea Factory and Estate : To learn about the tea-making process and enjoy a fresh cup of world-famous Ceylon tea, you just need to tour here. The growth process of plantations and fresh tea tasting are ultimate to the visitors.
Seetha Amman Temple : Visit this holy site linked to the Ramayana, believed to mark the place where Goddess Sita was kept as a prisoner, an important cultural and spiritual site.
Gregory Lake : With a relaxing mood by the end of the day you do visit the lake in Nuwara Eliya, surrounded by hills and green landscapes offering a peaceful spot for boating and leisurely activities.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, our tour guide will take you to visit the following attractions.

Scenic Train Ride : Enjoy the one of the World’s most beautiful rail routes which is from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, passing through stunning tea plantations and mountains.
Sightseeing in Ella : Nine Arch Bridge Visit this iconic stone bridge near Ella which is a marvellous spot for photography in the middle of lush greenery.
Mini Adam’s Peak : It is an easy hill hike in Ella that rewards the visitors to see the panoramic views and the surrounding hills.
Transfer to Bentota : After visiting Ella, you will proceed to Bentota for the next destination of your journey.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Bentota

After breakfast, you can visit the following places.

Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery : This hatchery is a centre aimed at the protection of endangered sea turtles; visitors are allowed to familiarize themselves with the hatchlings, the process of rescuing, and further release means, using the southern beaches of Sri Lanka.
Water Sports in Bentota : It is Sri Lanka’s hub for water adventures, offering options like jet-skiing, windsurfing, banana boat rides and river safaris.
Madu River Boat Safari : Finish your day with a boat safari tour of the scenic Madu River that takes one through unruffled mangrove tunnels and waterways, rich in birdlife, island villages, and serene beauty of Sri Lanka's coastal wetlands.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Bentota

City Sightseeing:

Embark on a Colombo City tour and drive through its bustling city adjacent to the historic neighbourhoods and very important landmarks.

Visit Gangaramaya Temple : Start your day by visiting Sri Lanka’s most iconic Buddhist temple located in the heart of Colombo. The temple has been lauded for its incredible blend of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architectural designs and its collection of relics, statues, and antiques.
Explore Gangarama Seema Malakaya : The temple rests on an artificial lake named Beira in Colombo and is a breath-taking example of modern Buddhist temple architecture with its clean white designs and serene environments. This temple is especially constructed for the purpose of meditation and relaxation. It provides a peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Visit Sri Anjaneyar Temple of God Hanuman (Ramayana Site) : The temple, which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, is one of the prime Ramayana-related tourist attractions in Sri Lanka and is said to be connected with Lord Hanuman’s quest for Goddess Sita. The temple is also renowned for its enormous statue of Lord Hanuman and for the tranquil environment with which it is set on top of a hill.
Visit Kelaniya Vibishina Temple (Ramayana Site) : Continue your journey to this temple has long been regarded as one of Sri Lanka’s Ramayana tourist attractions, being linked to King Vibishana, famous for its holy ambiance and historical values, which relate to Ramayana significantly.
Visit Independence Square : Located in Colombo, is a historic location that commemorates the independence of Sri Lanka and boasts impressive architectural designs, green grounds, and a serene environment conductive to sightseeing and photography.
Shopping in Colombo : One can say that shopping in Colombo is the best as one gets the chance to enjoy the variety that the shopping scene in the city has to offer. This includes the shopping malls, the street markets, as well as the local boutiques.
Colombo Lotus Tower : Visit the iconic Colombo Lotus Tower which is the tallest building in Sri Lanka, is an eye-catching monument and symbol of change that offers a panoramic view of Colombo. (Entry fee: 20 USD per person)
Gangaramaya Temple : Visit the historic temple for its distinctive architecture and significance.

Check-in and Overnight Stay in Colombo

Breakfast at Hotel

Transfer from Colombo to Katunayake International Airport

Check-in at Katunayake International Airport

Included

Transfers: - AC Vehicle to all the locations.
3 Star Hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guide or Driver Fee
Water Bottles
Highway charges
All Service Charges
Arrangement of Foods for, Veg, Non-Veg & Jain (Requested by the client)

Excluded

Flight tickets
Visa Free
Site Entrance Tickets
Camera or Video Permitted
Medical Expenses and Insurances
Applicable GST & TCS
Any service not mentioned in the Inclusions

Terms & Conditions

The tour price is subject to change without any prior notice.
Accommodation will be provided subject to the availability of the mentioned hotels
Confirmation is subject to availability and prior payment.
The Hotel may allocate rooms depending on its availability at the time of check-in to the category of the room specified on your confirmation voucher.
Extra bed means Extra mattress.
There will be no refunds for any unused elements such as accommodation, meals, transportation segments, or any other service because of inclement weather, illness, strikes, road blockages, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. These items are neither refundable nor transferable.
AC is not operational in Hill Stations.
A token amount cannot be refunded.
Prices quoted are valid for Indian Nationals and Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit.
The prices quoted will be available at the time we confirm the details, but currently we do not hold any blocks for the sent quote.
Booking confirmations are dependent on availability. All Hotels Rooms: Rooms are available on an "as available" basis.
All Hotels Rooms are dependent on availability.
At present, we are not holding any bookings for air seats, hotel rooms, or conference rooms, etc. Final availability will be known when we make the request for bookings.
No refund will be initiated, if the services & facilities of hotel are not up to the expectations you keep, this will be dealt on a case-to-case basis of the Confirmation policy.
Holiday Surcharge will be additional, if applicable

Payment Policy

The above package can be booked/ hold on payment of token amount, which is 40% of the total amount for booking.
The client should deposit another 40% amount one & half month before the date of travelling.
This balance of 20% must be completed prior to 15 days before the date of travelling.

Cancellation Policy

If cancellations are done prior to 30 days of the start date of the trip, the cancellation fees charged will be 30 % of the Total Package Cost.
If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 70% of the Total Package Cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellations are made within 7-10 days before the start date of the trip, cancellation fees charged will be 85% of the Total Package cost.
In case the cancellation of 6 days prior or last minute booking is due to flight cancellation, any natural calamity, and due to technical/ weather and high tides and sea conditions, there would be a deduction of 100% cancellation charge from the total booking amount.
Activities may be cancelled at any point of time due to unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions. In such cases, we will provide an alternate feasible activity to the best of our abilities. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
100% in case of a non-refundable flight ticket / Hotel Room.
Any amount charged as GST on any transaction is not refundable.
Some Cancellation And Refund Policies Are Out Of Our Tender: