Day 1· Airport → Kandy
Arrival & Colonial Kandy
Meet your chauffeur, drive to the hill capital and settle into a lakeside hotel before an evening temple visit.
Airport pickupKandy Lake strollTooth Temple evening ceremony
Stay: Boutique hotel · Kandy
Sri Lanka · Private tour
Touch of Sri Lanka
A short escape through hill country, tea trails and a golden coast.
Duration
4 Nights / 5 Days
Stops
4 places
Group
2–8 guests
Rated
4.9 (128)
Overview
An unforgettable route across the island
A perfectly paced first taste of the island — sacred cities, misty tea plantations, the famous blue train, and a soft landing on the west coast.
Ride the Kandy to Ella scenic train
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic at dusk
Sunrise tea walk in Nuwara Eliya
Sunset on Ahungalla beach
Day by day
Your itinerary
5 thoughtfully paced days across Sri Lanka — and every day is yours to change.
Flexible itinerary — customise any day
Route map
Where you'll travel
- 1Day 1Colombo Airport (CMB)
- 2Day 1–2Kandy
- 3Day 2–3Nuwara Eliya
- 4Day 3–4Ella
- 5Day 4–5Ahungalla
- 6Day 5Colombo Airport (CMB)
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- 2Day 2· Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Tea Country & Little England
Wind up through emerald tea estates to colonial Nuwara Eliya. Tour a working tea factory and taste single-estate brews.
Ramboda Falls stopTea factory tourHigh-tea overlooking valleysStay: Heritage bungalow · Nuwara Eliya - 3Day 3· Nuwara Eliya → Ella
The Blue Train to Ella
Board one of the world's most beautiful train journeys — sit by an open door as the highlands roll past.
Scenic rail journeyNine Arch Bridge sunsetLittle Adam's Peak short hikeStay: Cliffside cabin · Ella - 4Day 4· Ella → Ahungalla
Cross to the West Coast
Descend from the mountains to golden sand. Afternoon at leisure — swim, spa, or a sunset dhoni cruise.
Scenic driveBeachfront resort check-inSunset over the Indian OceanStay: Beach resort · Ahungalla - 5Day 5· Ahungalla → Airport
Coast to Departure
Slow morning by the sea before your transfer to Colombo airport with time for a city stop en route.
Beach morningOptional Colombo stopAirport drop-off
100% customisable
Customise this tour Make this itinerary your own
This is a private tour, never a fixed group departure. Add or drop days, swap destinations, change hotel standards, add a safari or extra beach nights, slow the pace for family travel, or match everything to your flight dates. Tell us what you'd like and we rebuild the route around you — at no extra planning cost.
What's included
Everything, sorted
- 4 nights boutique accommodation
- Private air-conditioned vehicle & chauffeur
- Daily breakfast
- All entrance fees & guides
Not included
A few extras
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Your vehicle
Choose from our fleet
This tour is private — pick the vehicle that fits your group, with a licensed driver guide included.
Toyota Prius
2 seater
Toyota KDH
6 seater
KDH High Roof
10 seater
Toyota Coaster
16 seater
Good to know
Touch of Sri Lanka questions
Everything travellers ask us before booking this Sri Lanka itinerary.
How long is the Touch of Sri Lanka tour?
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Touch of Sri Lanka runs for 4 Nights / 5 Days (5 days) and covers Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Ahungalla. Because every departure is private, we can shorten or extend the itinerary to match your flight dates.
Is a private driver guide included?
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Yes. Every Ceylon Bound Holidays & Tours tour includes a licensed, English-speaking Sri Lankan driver guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle from our own fleet — a Toyota Prius (2 guests), KDH van (6), KDH High Roof (14) or Coaster (20).
Where does the tour start and finish?
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We start with a complimentary pick-up from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo, or from any hotel on the island, and finish with a drop-off wherever suits your onward travel.
What is the best time of year for this Sri Lanka tour?
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Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so there is always a dry coast. December to April suits the west and south coast and the cultural triangle; May to September suits the east coast and Trincomalee. The hill country on this route is pleasant year-round.
How much does the Touch of Sri Lanka tour cost?
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From $890 per person, based on two travellers sharing. The final quote depends on your hotel standard, travel dates and group size — send an enquiry and we reply with a full itinerary and price within 24 hours.
Can the itinerary be customised?
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Yes. This is a private tour, not a fixed group departure. Add a Yala or Udawalawe safari, extra beach nights, a honeymoon upgrade or family-friendly pacing and we rebuild the route around you.
What is the cancellation policy?
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Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure. Full details are on our cancellation policy page.
Do I need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?
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Most visitors need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before arrival. It is applied for online and is usually approved within 24–48 hours. Our Sri Lanka visa guide walks through it step by step.
Still deciding? Ask us anything about this tour or read our cancellation policy.
Ready when you are
Let's plan your Touch of Sri Lanka
Talk to a Sri Lanka specialist — we'll tailor this itinerary to your dates, pace and interests.
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