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Peacock Lanka

Reference number: PLT-D-004

3-Day Sri Lanka Cultural Highlands & Tropical Coastal Escape

3 Days 2 Nights
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Tour Overview

Experience the beauty, spirituality, and tropical charm of Sri Lanka on this short 3-day getaway through the island’s cultural heart and its relaxing western coastline. Begin in the hill capital of Kandy, surrounded by misty mountains visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth, stroll around Kandy Lake, and wander the orchid-filled Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.

Then unwind in the charming coastal town of Negombo, where golden beaches and sea breezes make the perfect end to a quick island escape. Ideal for couples, families, first-time visitors, and travellers with a short stay or long layover.

Tour Highlights

  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (optional)
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Mid-day Thevava ritual ceremony
  • Kandy Lake walk
  • Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
  • Scenic hill-country landscapes
  • Negombo Beach relaxation

Itinerary Details

Day 1 — Arrival → Kandy

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and travel through scenic countryside to the cultural capital, Kandy.

Activities & Destinations

  • Airport welcome & assistance
  • Scenic drive to Kandy
  • Leisure evening in the hill country

Important note: Optional: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage — feeding & bathing sessions Important note: The Pinnawala visit depends on your flight arrival time and feasibility.

  • Stay: Kandy
  • Meals: Dinner
  • Travel: Airport–Rambukkana ~2.5 hrs drive · Rambukkana–Kandy ~1.5 hrs drive
Day 2 — Kandy → Negombo

Discover Kandy's spiritual traditions and botanical beauty before heading to the western coast.

Activities & Destinations

  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic & Thevava ceremony
  • Kandy Lake walk & city exploration
  • Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens (orchids & tropical flora)
  • Scenic drive to Negombo

Important note: Buggy-cart charges at Peradeniya Botanical Gardens are not included.

  • Stay: Negombo
  • Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
  • Travel: 3 hrs drive
Day 3 — Negombo Beach → Departure

A relaxed final morning by the sea before your departure transfer.

Activities & Destinations

  • Relaxation at Negombo Beach
  • Swimming & beach walk
  • Airport transfer & departure assistance
  • Stay: No Accomadation
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Travel: 30 Mins Drive

Price & inclusions

From 299 USD / per person

Inclusions

  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
  • English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Accommodation on triple-room basis with breakfast
  • Specialised local guides at UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • All vehicle-related expenses
  • All government taxes

Exclusions

  • Entrance tickets for all mentioned attractions
  • Costs related to mentioned activities
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses
  • Watersports and optional excursions
  • Buggy-cart charges at Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any services not mentioned under inclusions

Exclusively From Peacock Lanka Travels

  • Complimentary Madu River Boat Safari (subject to final package confirmation)
  • Visit to the Ahungalla Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Center
  • Private, flexible journey with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Carefully planned route combining culture, tea country, train travel, wildlife and the coast

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's included, and what costs extra?

Included are airport transfers, a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur guide, accommodation with breakfast, UNESCO-site local guides, and government taxes. Attraction entrance tickets, activity costs, and the Peradeniya buggy cart are paid separately — your guide will advise the current rates.

Is the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit guaranteed?

It’s offered as an optional add-on and depends on your flight arrival time and feasibility on Day 1. If timing allows, your guide will include it; otherwise it can be arranged as a separate excursion.

Who is this tour best for?

It’s ideal for first-time visitors, couples, and families wanting a short but meaningful taste of Sri Lanka — culture in Kandy and relaxation in Negombo. It also works well for travellers with a short stay or a long layover near the airport.

Can the rooms be booked as double instead of triple?

Yes. The standard quote is on a triple-room basis, but we’re happy to arrange double rooms or hotel upgrades — just let us know when enquiring.

Can this short tour be extended?

Absolutely. It pairs easily with a hill-country, wildlife, or southern-beach extension. Use the “Plan My Trip” form and we’ll tailor a longer itinerary and quote

What is the best time of year for this tour?

Kandy is pleasant year-round, and Negombo’s west coast is at its best from roughly November to April.