With beaches where you can swim and surf, and spiritual places where you can meditate for hours, Sri Lanka is more than just an island country. Its ferocious, yet fascinating wildlife lures travelers from across the globe. So do its vast tea gardens. The landscape is so diverse, that 7 days in Sri Lanka can never be enough!
But what if you have just 7 days? Fret not, here’s a quick list of best of everything that you can indulge on your 7 days holiday in Sri Lanka – right from must see attractions and must have experiences to the best places to stay, eat, explore, and shop. Make sure that you don’t miss out on anything significant on your 7 days in Sri Lanka, and this guide just makes it easier. From timeless marvels to some delicious food, you don’t want to regret later! Sri Lanka cannot be covered all in 7 days but hey, you can at least start somewhere. Come back anytime you want and pick up from where you left off.
Day 1 Negombo
As you arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport, a SUNGATE LANKA TOURS Representative will greet you. This representative will be your driver cum guide throughout the tour. To begin your Sri Lanka itinerary 7 days, you will be taken to the neighboring town of Negombo where you will check in to Jetwing Blue on a bed and breakfast basis for the first night.
Overnight stay at Jetwing Blue hotel Negombo
Day 2 Sigiriya
Early next morning, you will depart to Sigiriya. En-route, you will stop at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage for some one-on-one interaction with the Elephants of Sri Lanka. In the afternoon, you will visit the ‘Lion’s Rock’ in Sigiriya. This rock climbing activity is do-able and recommended for most tourists as you get to see some beautiful engraved frescoes of the ancient era and also the remnants of a fortress at the top of the rock, not forgetting the tremendous view from the summit. Aliya resort and spa is where you will be staying in Sigiriya.
Overnight stay at the Aliua Resort in Sigiriya
Day 3 Kandy
On day 3, after breakfast, you will head towards Kandy after exploring the nearby Dambulla Cave Temple. Thereafter, proceed Kandy, after having visited the Ayurvedic Herbal Gardens on the way. In Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth and then check in to Golden Crown Hotel on day 3.
Day 3 overnight stay at the Golden Crown hotel Kandy
Day 4 Nuwara Eliya
Have an early breakfast on day 4 visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Kandy to discover a wide range of fauna including some beautiful orchids. Next drive to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, you will visit the gorgeous Ramboda waterfalls, a picturesque tea plantation and also a tour of a tea factory. In Nuwara Eliya, you will check in to the Grand Hotel for a night, inclusive of breakfast the next morning.
Overnight stay at Grand hotel Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5 Ella, Yala
On day 5 of the tour you would be transferred to the Nanu Oya railway station to board a train to Ella which is a journey that would last in your memory for long time as the train winds its way through breathtaking scenery. On arrival at the Ella railway station your chauffeur guide will pick you up at the Ella railway station and then drive you to Yala. You have the remaining day to relax and indulge in the luxury surroundings of Jetwing Yala.
Day 6 Galle
On day 6, a jeep safari ride will take you for a game drive at the Yala National Park. Next, check out from the hotel and depart to Galle – three and a half hours from Yala, located on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. En route, when in Galle, take a tour of the Dutch Fort and its surroundings. A luxury ocean view room at Amari Resort awaits you in the evening.
Day 7 Colombo and Transfer to Airport
After breakfast on day 7, checkout and head towards the bustling city of Colombo. Time permitting depending on the time of your return flight you would be taken on a city tour of Colombo and then transferred to the Airport.
