ITINERARY
 
07 Nights & 08 Days
 
Day 1
Morning / Afternoon: Arrive in Kandy (by train or private car from Colombo)
Check-in: Hotel in Kandy
Sightseeing:
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake Walk
Cultural Dance Show
Overnight: Kandy  
 
Day 2
Morning: Visit Royal Botanical Gardens – Peradeniya
Afternoon: Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue, local markets
Optional: Visit Udawattakele Forest Reserve for a light hike
Overnight: Kandy
    
Day 3
Morning: Drive or train to Nuwara Eliya
Check-in: Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Afternoon:
Gregory Lake
Victoria Park
Walk around the British-style town
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
 
Day 4
Morning: Visit a tea factory
Optional: Visit Horton Plains & World’s End (early morning start)
Evening: Relax at hotel or local café
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
 
Day 5
Morning: Take the scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella
Duration: ~4 hours
Note: Book in advance during tourist seasons!
Afternoon: Arrive in Ella, check-in
Sightseeing:
Visit Nine Arches Bridge
Explore local cafes
Overnight: Ella
 
Day 6
Morning: Hike Little Adam’s Peak or visit Ravana Falls
Midday / Afternoon: Drive to Galle
Evening: Arrive in Galle, explore Galle Fort area
Overnight: Galle
 
Day 7
Explore:
Galle Dutch Fort
Lighthouse, colonial streets, boutiques
Relax at Unawatuna or Dalawella Beach
Optional: Turtle Hatchery or whale watching (seasonal)
Overnight: Galle
 
Day 8
From Galle, travel to:
Colombo: ~2–2.5 hours by expressway
Bandaranaike Airport (CMB): ~2.5–3 hours