7 days
Essential Sri Lanka
Our signature week — ancient cities, misty tea hills, a leopard safari, and a golden beach finish.
- Sigiriya and Dambulla
- Kandy’s sacred temple
- Tea country: Nuwara Eliya and Ella
from
$765
per person
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Sri Lanka Tours from India
Short flights, great value and a world of culture next door — private Sri Lanka holidays for Indian travellers, priced in INR.
Just a short flight away, Sri Lanka is one of the easiest and most rewarding getaways for Indian travellers — sacred Ramayana sites, the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth, beaches, hill-country tea, wildlife and delicious food. With direct flights from many Indian cities and excellent value, a private, fully-guided tour with an SLTDA-licensed driver-guide is the relaxed way to see it all.
Why visit Sri Lanka from India
The Ramayana trail
Visit Sita Eliya, Ashok Vatika and other revered sites on a guided spiritual journey.
Close, easy and great value
Direct flights of 1–3.5 hours from many Indian cities, and honest pricing in INR.
Family-friendly and varied
Beaches, wildlife safaris, hill-country train rides and ancient cities — perfect for families and groups.
Familiar comforts
Vegetarian and Indian-friendly food easily arranged, with a private guide who tailors every day.
Good to know
Flights
Direct flights to Colombo (CMB) from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad, Tiruchirappalli and more.
Flight time
About 1–3.5 hours, depending on the city.
Visa
Most Indian passport holders need a Sri Lanka ETA, quick to apply online. Confirm at the official eta.gov.lk.
Best time to visit
December–March for the south and west coasts and hills; May–September for the east coast. Great year-round.
Currency
Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). Prices are shown in INR so you always know the cost.
Time difference
Sri Lanka is 30 minutes behind India (IST).
Popular Sri Lanka packages
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14 days
Grand Island Tour
The complete island — every landscape, from the Cultural Triangle to the hills, the wildlife parks, and three coasts.
- Cultural Triangle: Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa
- Kandy and the tea highlands
- Yala safari and Sinharaja rainforest
from
$1,555
per person
Places you’ll love
Cultural
Sigiriya — Lion Rock
Cultural Triangle
A 5th-century royal fortress on a 200m rock, with frescoes, water gardens, and a lion's-paw stairway to the summit.
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Kandy & Temple of the Sacred Tooth
Central Highlands
The hill capital and last royal kingdom, home to the revered Temple of the Tooth and a lake-side old town.
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Galle Fort
South Coast
A walled Dutch colonial port town of cobbled lanes, boutiques, cafés, and ocean ramparts.
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Ella
Uva
A laid-back mountain village of mist, tea slopes, easy hikes, and the famous Nine Arch Bridge.
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Mirissa
South Coast
A palm-fringed crescent bay famous for blue-whale watching and golden-hour beach bars.
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Yala National Park
Southern
Sri Lanka's premier safari park, with the world's highest density of leopards plus elephants and crocodiles.
View detailsWhat travellers say
“Amila took care of everything — airport pickup at midnight, a comfortable van, and he knew every spot. Sigiriya at sunrise was unforgettable, and we felt safe the entire trip.”
“The train to Ella, the tea estates, the kindness of our guide — a perfect honeymoon. Everything was planned around us and the price was very fair.”
“A short trip but packed with highlights — whale watching in Mirissa and sunset at Galle Fort. Clean car, always punctual, very professional.”
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from India to Sri Lanka?
Direct flights take roughly 1 to 3.5 hours, with services from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad and more.
Do Indians need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Most Indian passport holders need a Sri Lanka ETA, applied online before travel. Confirm the latest at the official eta.gov.lk.
Can you arrange the Ramayana trail and vegetarian food?
Yes — your private tour can follow the Ramayana sites, and we easily arrange vegetarian and Indian-friendly meals throughout.
Is Sri Lanka good for a family trip from India?
Absolutely — short flights, beaches, gentle wildlife safaris, scenic train rides and ancient cities make it ideal for families and groups.
How much does a Sri Lanka tour from India cost?
Tours are private and tailored; cost depends on length, group size and hotels. Every package shows an indicative per-person price in INR (excluding airfare). Send us your plan for a quote.