Two countries

Sri Lanka & Thailand

Sri Lanka's hill capital and south-west coast, then Thailand's Pattaya and Bangkok: Kandy's Temple of the Tooth, a Bentota river safari, Coral Island, the Alcazar show and Safari World.

Trip at a glance

Duration8 days / 7 nights
Starts inKandy
RouteKandy · Bentota · Pattaya · Bangkok
Places4 destinations
CountrySri Lanka
Ideal forMulti-country tours, Family holidays
Trip stylePrivate transfers
Package codeNX-TOP-15

Best time to visit: January to April

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Bentota, Sri Lanka

Trip overview

Sri Lanka's hill capital and south-west coast, then Thailand's Pattaya and Bangkok: Kandy's Temple of the Tooth, a Bentota river safari, Coral Island, the Alcazar show and Safari World.

You fly the short hop to Colombo and drive to Kandy via the Pinnawala elephants for two nights of temples and gardens, then down to Bentota for the Madu river and the beach. A direct flight from Colombo to Bangkok begins the Thai leg, with two nights in Pattaya for Coral Island and the Alcazar show and two in Bangkok for the temples, Safari World and shopping.

Highlights

Temple of the Tooth
Madu river safari
Coral Island
Bangkok temples & Safari World

Temple of the ToothKandy LakeRoyal Botanical Gardens, PeradeniyaBentota BeachMadu River safariBrief GardenCoral Island (Koh Larn)Sanctuary of TruthAlcazar Cabaret ShowGrand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Colombo, drive to Kandy

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage en route
Evening at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Day 2Kandy sightseeing

Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya
Kandy Lake and the gem museum
Kandyan cultural dance show

Day 3Kandy to Bentota

Drive to the south-west coast
Madu River boat safari and Kosgoda turtle hatchery
Sunset on Bentota beach

Day 4Fly to Bangkok, transfer to Pattaya

Transfer to Colombo airport and fly to Bangkok
Drive to Pattaya; Alcazar show in the evening

Day 5Coral Island

Speedboat to Coral Island with lunch
Water sports at your own cost
Walking Street at night

Day 6Pattaya to Bangkok

Nong Nooch Tropical Garden on the way
Check in at your Bangkok hotel
Chao Phraya dinner cruise

Day 7Bangkok temples and Safari World

Safari World and Marine Park with lunch
Golden Buddha at Wat Traimit
Shopping at Pratunam or Indra Market

Day 8Depart from Bangkok

Breakfast and check-out
Transfer to Suvarnabhumi Airport

Photo gallery

Sanctuary of Truth – Pattaya — **Sanctuary of Truth**Pattaya

Walking Street – Pattaya — **Walking Street**Pattaya

Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew – Bangkok — **Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew**Bangkok

Wat Arun – Bangkok — **Wat Arun**Bangkok

Hotels, sightseeing order and the final price are confirmed in your written quote. Timings may change with opening days, weather and local conditions.

Good to know

Kandy: Board the Kandy–Ella train for one of the world's most beautiful rail journeys.
Bentota: Do the Madu River safari in the morning for birdlife.
Pattaya: Do Coral Island on a weekday morning; the beaches get crowded after noon and on weekends.
Bangkok: Visit the Grand Palace at opening time and dress modestly; shoulders and knees must be covered.

At a glance

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Route: Kandy, Bentota, Pattaya, Bangkok
Ideal for: Multi-country tours, Family holidays, Beach holidays
Best time: January to April; November to April; November to February
Trip style: Private transfers
Package code: NX-TOP-15

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Included

7 nights hotel stay with breakfast
Airport and inter-city transfers
Sri Lanka sightseeing with a private driver-guide and the Madu river safari
Coral Island speedboat with lunch and Alcazar show ticket
Safari World with lunch and the Chao Phraya dinner cruise

Not included

All flights unless added to your quote
Sri Lanka ETA fee and Thailand TDAC
Water sports and garden entry fees unless stated
Personal expenses
GST and TCS as applicable

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kandy: January to April. Bentota: November to April. Pattaya: November to February. Bangkok: November to February.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kandy (Colombo (CMB), about 3 hours). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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