Hill Country Tour
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Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days
Overview
This 6-day tour provides a quick route through Sri Lanka’s southern coast and central highlands, highlighting some of the country’s most recognized viewpoints. The trip begins with a drive along the southern coast, stopping at the Galle Dutch Fort, Mirissa's Coconut Tree Hill, and the Hummanaya Blowhole before reaching Udawalawe for a wildlife safari.
From the dry zone, the route heads into the mountains to Ella and Nuwara Eliya. You will hike to Little Adam's Peak, visit the Nine Arch Bridge, and take the popular train ride from Ella to Nanu Oya. Emerald Sri Lanka Tours wraps up the trip with a visit to Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth and a final city tour in Colombo.
Arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport and receive a welcome with a traditional orchid garland. Transfer to your hotel in the coastal town of Bentota for check-in and an evening of rest.
After breakfast, begin your journey to Udawalawe, stopping along the way to visit the Kosgoda turtle hatchery and explore the historic cobblestone streets of the Galle Dutch Fort. Continue along the southern coast with stops at Mirissa's Coconut Tree Hill, Dondra Point, the secluded Dikwella Secret Beach, and the Hummanaya Blowhole, before checking in for your overnight stay in Udawalawe.
Start the day with a morning jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, followed by a traditional cart safari. After breakfast, travel to the mountain village of Ella, making a stop to view the ancient rock carvings at Buduruwagala. In the evening, visit the serene Kubalwela Temple before settling in for an overnight stay in Ella.
Rise early to hike Little Adam's Peak and witness the sunrise over the Ella gap. After breakfast, visit the Nine Arch Bridge. Next, embark on a popular train journey from Ella to Nanu Oya, passing through tea estates, before checking into your hotel in Nuwara Eliya for the night.
Spend the morning exploring the local Nuwara Eliya Market. After breakfast, travel to Kandy, stopping en route to tour a working tea factory and view the Ramboda Waterfall. In Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth and end your day watching a traditional cultural show. Stay overnight in Kandy.
Following breakfast, travel to Colombo. Along the way, explore the Peradeniya Botanical Garden and visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Once in Colombo, take a city tour featuring popular shopping streets, Galle Face Green, and other city highlights before your night departure from the Colombo Airport.
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