3 Day Tour Itinerary for Sri Lanka Covering Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Colombo.

3 Day Sri Lanka Tour Packages, Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Colombo.

Day 1: Colombo to Pinnawala and Kandy

Morning:

  • Depart from Colombo: Start early from Colombo to make the most of your day.
  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage: Arrive at Pinnawala (approximately 2.5 hours from Colombo). Spend time watching the elephants bathe in the river and visit the orphanage.

Midday:

  • Lunch: Enjoy a local Sri Lankan lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Afternoon:

  • Drive to Kandy: Head to Kandy (approximately 1.5 hours from Pinnawala).
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic: Visit the iconic temple, which houses a relic of the tooth of Buddha.

Evening:

  • Kandy Lake: Take a leisurely walk around the picturesque Kandy Lake.
  • Cultural Show: Experience a traditional Kandyan dance performance.
  • Dinner: Dine at a local restaurant and enjoy traditional Sri Lankan cuisine.
  • Overnight Stay: Check into your hotel in Kandy.

Day 2: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Morning:

  • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
  • Peradeniya Botanical Gardens: Visit these beautiful gardens just outside Kandy.

Midday:

  • Drive to Nuwara Eliya: Depart for Nuwara Eliya (approximately 2.5 hours from Kandy). Enjoy the scenic drive through tea plantations and lush landscapes.
  • Lunch: Stop en route or upon arrival in Nuwara Eliya for lunch.

Afternoon:

  • Tea Plantation and Factory Tour: Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about the tea-making process and sample fresh Ceylon tea.
  • Gregory Lake: Spend some time at Gregory Lake, where you can take a boat ride or simply enjoy the view.

Evening:

  • Explore Nuwara Eliya Town: Wander through the charming town, known for its colonial architecture.
  • Dinner: Have dinner at one of the many cozy restaurants in town.
  • Overnight Stay: Check into your hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 3: Nuwara Eliya to Colombo via Kithulgala

Morning:

  • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
  • Horton Plains National Park (Optional): If you start early, you can visit Horton Plains for a trek to World’s End and Baker’s Falls (requires early morning departure).

Midday:

  • Depart for Colombo: Begin your journey back to Colombo. Consider a stop at Kithulgala for some adventure activities like white-water rafting (optional).
  • Lunch: Have lunch en route.

Afternoon:

  • Drive to Colombo: Continue your drive to Colombo, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way.

Evening:

  • Arrive in Colombo: Depending on your arrival time, you can explore a bit of Colombo. Consider visiting the Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, or do some last-minute shopping.
  • Dinner: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a restaurant in Colombo.
  • Overnight Stay: Check into your hotel in Colombo or prepare for departure if you have a late-night flight.

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