Sri Lanka 7 Days Tour Package
Duration
7 Days
Activity Level
Moderate
Starting From
USD —
Trip Type
Small Group
Discover Sri Lanka in seven carefully planned days, travelling from the golden coast of Bentota to the elephant country of Udawalawe, the misty hills of Ella and Nuwara Eliya, the sacred city of Kandy, and cosmopolitan Colombo. This 7-day Sri Lanka tour itinerary combines wildlife, culture, scenic rail travel and coastal relaxation without turning the holiday into a rushed checklist.
Prepared by Goalie Tours, a Sri Lanka-based inbound tour operator, the journey is shaped by local route knowledge, responsible wildlife viewing and transparent day-by-day planning. Every stage can be adjusted to match flight times, hotel category, mobility needs and preferred travel pace.
Locations
Bentota
Madu River
Galle
Udawalawe
Ella
Nuwara Eliya
Kandy
Pinnawala
Colombo
Key Highlights
- Relax on Bentota’s south-west coast after a comfortable airport transfer
- Cruise through the mangroves of Madu Ganga and walk the historic ramparts of Galle Fort
- Join an early-morning Udawalawe Safari with a respectful, no-chasing wildlife approach
- Hike Little Adam’s Peak, visit the Nine Arch Bridge and experience the scenic hill-country train
- Explore tea country, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the cultural heart of Kandy
- Finish with Pinnawala, a Colombo city tour and a timely airport transfer
Detailed 8 Day Family Tour Itinerary
Airport Arrival & Coastal Welcome in Bentota
Your Goalie Tours representative will welcome you at Bandaranaike International Airport and assist with luggage before the private transfer south to Bentota, using the expressway where practical for a smooth introduction to Sri Lanka after the flight.
After hotel check-in, the rest of the day is intentionally light. Settle into the tropical surroundings, enjoy the beach or pool, and take an unhurried sunset walk along the coast.
Activities
- Private airport transfer to Bentota
- Beach or pool relaxation
- Sunset walk along the coast
Overnight Stay: Bentota
Madu River, Galle Fort & Journey to Udawalawe
Begin with a guided boat journey on Madu Ganga near Balapitiya, gliding through calm mangrove waterways bordered by water birds and riverside communities.
Continue to the Old Town of Galle and its historic fortifications — walk the ramparts, see the lighthouse and browse the atmospheric colonial-era streets before travelling inland toward Udawalawe.
Activities
- Madu Ganga mangrove boat safari
- Galle Fort walking tour
- Evening arrival near Udawalawe National Park
Overnight Stay: Udawalawe
Udawalawe Morning Safari & Transfer to Ella
Set out before the heat of the day for a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, known for wild Asian elephants, water buffalo, deer, crocodiles and a wide variety of birdlife.
After breakfast, travel into the central highlands toward Ella, passing waterfalls and forested slopes as the dry-zone landscape gives way to the cool hill country.
Activities
- Udawalawe National Park jeep safari
- Scenic drive to the hill country
- Relaxed evening in Ella
Overnight Stay: Ella
Ella Highlights, Scenic Train & Tea Country
Start early with the gentle climb to Little Adam’s Peak for broad views across Ella Gap, then continue to the iconic Nine Arch Bridge.
Board the scenic train from Ella to Nanu Oya, passing tea-covered slopes and cloud forest, then continue through Nuwara Eliya for a tea factory and plantation visit before driving on to Kandy.
Activities
- Little Adam’s Peak hike
- Nine Arch Bridge visit
- Scenic hill-country train journey
- Tea factory and plantation visit
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Kandy Cultural City Experience
Enjoy a slower day in Kandy, Sri Lanka’s historic hill capital. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the island’s most revered Buddhist sites, with guidance on its traditions and architecture.
Continue with a scenic drive around Kandy Lake, a city viewpoint, and optional visits to the market, handicraft centres, the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, or an evening Kandyan cultural performance.
Activities
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic visit
- Kandy Lake and city viewpoint
- Optional Royal Botanical Gardens or cultural show
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Pinnawala Visit & Travel to Colombo
Leave Kandy after breakfast and travel toward Pinnawala to observe the elephant orphanage’s herd from designated public-viewing areas — an observational, no-riding, no-touching experience.
Continue west to Colombo. Depending on arrival time, enjoy an optional sunset walk at Galle Face Green, a drive past the Lotus Tower, or dinner in the restored Dutch Hospital precinct.
Activities
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit
- Scenic drive to Colombo
- Optional Galle Face Green sunset walk
Overnight Stay: Colombo
Colombo City Tour & Airport Departure
Explore Colombo according to the time available before your flight — a balanced route may include Galle Face, the Gangaramaya and Seema Malaka temple area, Independence Square, colonial-era civic buildings, Pettah’s market streets, or the Old Dutch Hospital precinct.
Your private transfer then continues to Bandaranaike International Airport, bringing the seven-day Sri Lanka journey to a comfortable close.
Activities
- Colombo city highlights tour
- Private airport departure transfer
- What's Included
- Airport welcome and departure transfer
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver-guide
- Six nights of accommodation in the agreed hotel category
- Daily breakfast, where included by the selected hotels
- Fuel, expressway charges, parking and driver expenses
- Udawalawe safari jeep and park arrangements, if quoted
- Scenic train tickets, subject to railway confirmation
- 24/7 local trip support during the journey
- What's Excluded
- International flights and Sri Lanka visa fees
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Lunches, dinners and beverages unless specified
- Entrance tickets not listed in the final quotation
- Personal shopping, laundry, spa services and minibar
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities and premium room upgrades
- Costs caused by major weather or transport disruptions
Important Notes
Why Families Love Traveling with Goalie Tours
This compact itinerary balances Bentota’s beaches, Udawalawe’s elephants, Ella’s hill-country scenery and Kandy’s sacred heritage without feeling rushed.
Responsible Wildlife Viewing: The Udawalawe safari and Pinnawala visit follow a no-feeding, no-chasing, no-touching approach that prioritises animal welfare over close-up photographs.
Scenic Rail Journey: The Ella to Nuwara Eliya hill-country train is one of the most photographed rail journeys in the world, passing tea plantations, waterfalls and misty mountain villages.
Sacred Heritage: A dedicated day in Kandy allows time to properly experience the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the city’s living religious traditions rather than a rushed drive-by visit.
Rates are based on twin/triple share
twin share; seasonal variations; single supplement applies. Private/small-group options available for premium or partner bookings.
Plan Your 7-Day Sri Lanka Getaway
This 7 Day Sri Lanka Tour offers a carefully paced introduction to the island’s coast, wildlife, hill country and heritage — ideal for first-time visitors with limited time. Share your flight times, hotel preference, group size and special interests, and let Goalie Tours tailor this journey for you.