Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, just off the southern tip of India. In one short trip you can climb an ancient rock fortress, ride a train through tea country, spot leopards on safari and relax on palm-lined beaches.
Sigiriya Lion Rock
Sri Lanka is a small island with a lot to see. In one week you can climb an ancient rock fortress, take a scenic train through tea plantations, go on a leopard safari and relax on palm-lined beaches. Distances are short, so you experience a lot in a little time.
Nepali travellers will find plenty that feels like home: Buddhist and Hindu temples, rice and curry that tastes a lot like dal bhat, and a relaxed pace of life. Buddhism links the two countries closely, and Kandy's Temple of the Tooth is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world.
Passion Tour And Holiday Service can plan your hotels, private car and driver, train tickets and safaris to suit your dates, interests and budget.

Ancient fortresses, sacred temples, misty tea country, wildlife safaris and the south coast.
Build your Sri Lanka trip around the experiences you enjoy, from temple visits to safari mornings.
Climb past the Mirror Wall and lion paws to the summit, or watch sunrise over Sigiriya from nearby Pidurangala Rock.
One of the world's most scenic train rides, winding through tea estates and misty hills. Book seats well ahead.
Join the drums and offerings at the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, then watch a Kandyan dance show.
See how Ceylon tea is made in Nuwara Eliya and taste it fresh, then walk around Gregory Lake or Horton Plains.
Take an early jeep safari in Yala to look for leopards, or see wild elephants in Minneriya or Udawalawe.
Walk the ramparts of Galle Fort at sunset, go whale watching from Mirissa and relax on the beaches.
Prepare the essentials before departure and check current official requirements close to your travel date.
Since 25 May 2026, Nepali citizens can get a free 30-day, double-entry tourist visa (ETA). You still need to apply online before you travel. The scheme runs for one year and is being reviewed by the government in November 2026, so we confirm the latest rules when you book.
The coast is warm all year, around 27 to 31°C, and the hills are cooler. December to March is best for the west, the south and the hill country. May to September is best for the east coast, such as Trincomalee and Arugam Bay. With two monsoons, there's always a good side of the island to visit.
Cards work in hotels and larger restaurants. Keep cash for tuk-tuks, small shops and temple entry, and ATMs are easy to find in towns. Most visitors hire a private car and driver, the most comfortable option, and tuk-tuks are great for short trips.
Wear white or modest clothing at temples, and remove your shoes and hats. Never pose for photos with your back to a Buddha statue, and keep any Buddha tattoos covered.
Sri Lanka mostly uses Type D and G plugs at 230V. Type D is the same round three-pin plug used in Nepal. SIM cards are sold at the airport. Pack light clothing, a light jacket for the hills and white clothes for temple visits.
Sri Lanka is great for vegetarians, and dhal curry comes with almost every meal. Try hoppers, kottu roti and pol sambol, and finish with watalappan and fresh Ceylon tea. Food can be very spicy, so ask for less spicy. A lunchtime rice and curry buffet is the best-value meal of the day.
Tea plantations, wildlife safaris and beautiful beaches. Let us know when you're going and we'll plan your route, with hotels, a private driver and train tickets arranged for you.