4-Day Kandy & Nuwara Eliya Tour: Sacred Temple, Gregory Lake

Summary

Sri Lanka Multi-Day Tour: Kandy Temples & Nuwara Eliya Lakeside

You’ll walk ancient temple corridors in Kandy, wander lush gardens in Peradeniya, and relax lakeside in cool Nuwara Eliya—all with comfy hotels and your own driver-guide.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me in Kandy was the scent of incense wafting from the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Our guide, Suresh, handed out white lotus flowers before we stepped inside. The temple’s halls echoed with soft chanting—locals in crisp white sarongs moved quietly past us. It’s not just a tourist spot; you really feel how important this place is to people here. After wandering through the temple and watching families offer prayers, we checked into our hotel for dinner. I still remember the sound of distant drums as I drifted off to sleep.

Next morning, we set off early for Peradeniya Botanical Garden. Dew clung to the grass and there were monkeys darting between giant bamboo groves. Suresh pointed out a tree planted by Queen Elizabeth—never would’ve noticed it otherwise! By midday, we’d reached Nuwara Eliya. The air felt cooler up here—almost chilly compared to Kandy. We took a slow walk through Victoria Park (watch out for kids feeding ducks), then headed to Gregory Lake. There were paddle boats for hire and street vendors selling hot corn on the cob—simple but perfect after a long day. Some folks from our group tried their hand at golf nearby; I just watched with a cup of sweet Ceylon tea.

On our last day, we drove towards Kitulgala. The road twisted through tea plantations and misty hills—windows down, you catch whiffs of fresh leaves and sometimes woodsmoke from tiny roadside stalls. We didn’t rush; Suresh always knew where to stop for photos or snacks (try the coconut roti if you get a chance). Eventually, he dropped us at the airport—tired but happy we’d seen this side of Sri Lanka.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Kandy Highlights

• Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Day 2 — Peradeniya and Nuwara Eliya

• Explore Botanical Garden at Peradeniya
• Visit Victoria Park
• Enjoy Gregory Lake
• Play Golf

Day 3 — Nuwara Eliya to Airport

• Visit Kitulgala

Top questions

Can I customize parts of this tour?

Yes, just let us know your preferences—we can adjust stops or timing to fit your needs.

Are infant seats or strollers available?

Absolutely! We provide specialized infant seats and strollers if needed—just mention it when booking.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it’s designed so anyone can join in comfortably. Walks are easy-paced and transport is private and air-conditioned.

What kind of hotels are included?

You’ll stay in 4-star hotels each night—dinner and breakfast are included for comfort after busy days.

What’s included

Your tour covers 4-star hotel stays with dinner each night, an air-conditioned private vehicle (with parking fees), plus options for infants or service animals if needed.