5-Day Sri Lanka Tour Package: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella + Scenic Train
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Culture, nature, and adventure in one route: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Negombo
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit and lunch by the Ma Oya River
Kandy Temple of the Tooth, Bahirawakanda Big Buddha, and Kandy View Point
Ambuluwawa Tower panoramic climb and biodiversity complex
Kitulgala white-water rafting on the Kelani River (Grade 2–3+)
Tea-country charm: Victoria Park and Hakgala Botanical Garden
World-famous scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella and Nine Arch Bridge
Private A/C vehicle with licensed English-speaking driver-guide
Flexible hotel categories (3–5 star) and meal plans (BB/HB)
A balanced 5-day Sri Lanka tour package with 2–4 hour drives most days
Mix of cultural sites, light hikes, rafting, and photo stops in tea country
Best June–September; suitable year-round with minor tweaks
Optional upgrades: reserved train seats, guided city walks, spa, fine dining
Family and couple friendly; Indian and Halal dining options available
Day 1 Arrival – Pinnawala – Kandy (approx. 175 km)
Meet-and-greet at Colombo Airport.
Transfer to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage; optional lunch overlooking the Ma Oya River.
Continue to Kandy: Temple of the Tooth, Bahirawakanda Big Buddha, and Kandy View Point.
Overnight in Kandy (3–5 star options).
Day 2 Kandy – Ambuluwawa – Nawalapitiya/Tea Country
Breakfast at hotel; short Kandy city time if needed.
Drive to Ambuluwawa Tower for panoramic views and photos.
Lunch in Kandy at a recommended Indian restaurant.
Continue to Nawalapitiya area for a peaceful tea-country stay.
Overnight in Nawalapitiya/tea bungalow.
Day 3 Nawalapitiya – Kitulgala Rafting – Nuwara Eliya
Head to Kitulgala for white-water rafting on the Kelani River (grade 2–3+, guide and safety gear included if booked).
Transfer to Nuwara Eliya; lunch in town.
Stroll Victoria Park; free time by Gregory Lake if desired.
Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 4 Nuwara Eliya – Hakgala – Scenic Train – Ella
Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden in the morning.
Transfer to Nanu Oya Station for the scenic train to Ella (subject to seat availability).
In Ella: Nine Arch Bridge timing for a passing train; optional Little Adam’s Peak at sunset.
Overnight in Ella.
Day 5 Ella – Negombo – Airport Drop (can adjust to flight time; approx. 235 km to Negombo)
Drive to Negombo; lunch and sunset walk on Negombo Beach if time allows.
Continue to Colombo Airport for departure.
If you have a late-night flight, a short Colombo city or food tour can be arranged en route.