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- Sri Lanka’s natural and cultural heritage is hard to beat, with legendary temples, lush tea plantations, and spectacular scenery from the mountains down to the beach.
- Watch elephants in Udawalawe National Park, and admire tea plantations and plains on one of the world’s most scenic railway routes.
- Stay in Deluxe / Double Rooms in a selection of 4* hotels, and conclude your tour with a visit to dazzling white beaches by choosing the trip in 9 or 11 nights!
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Your Itinerary In Brief —
Discover the highlights of Sri Lanka with a 7, 9 or 11 night tour through ancient royal cities and spectacular landscapes.
Visit the rock fortress of Sigiriya and the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. Take in the serene atmosphere at stone temple Nalanda Gedige, and perhaps even give your own offering of flowers at the famous Temple of the Tooth in Kandy.
Marvel at incredible landscapes, from lush tea plantations to deep valleys, during your scenic railway journey to Ella. Stop at Ravana Falls, and observe crocodiles and wild elephants in Udawalawe National Park.
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7-Night Tour
Day 1: Colombo Airport - Kurunegala - Dambulla
Day 2: Dambulla - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
Day 3: Dambulla - Nalanda Gedige - Matale - Kandy
Day 4: Kandy
Day 5: Kandy - Nuwaraeliya - Nanuoya - Ella
Day 6: Ella - Small Adams Peak - Udawalawe National Park - Udawalawe
Day 7: Udawalawe - Tangalle - Galle - Negombo
Day 8: Negombo - Colombo Airport
9-Night Tour
Day 1: Colombo Airport - Kurunegala - Dambulla
Day 2: Dambulla - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
Day 3: Dambulla - Nalanda Gedige - Matale - Kandy
Day 4: Kandy
Day 5: Kandy - Nuwaraeliya - Nanuoya - Ella
Day 6: Ella - Small Adams Peak - Udawalawe National Park - Udawalawe
Day 7: Udawalawe - Tangalle - Galle - Wadduwa
Day 8: Wadduwa / Kalutara
Day 9: Wadduwa / Kalutara
Day 10: Wadduwa / Kalutara to Colombo Airport
11-Night Tour
Day 1: Colombo Airport - Kurunegala - Dambulla
Day 2: Dambulla - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
Day 3: Dambulla - Nalanda Gedige - Matale - Kandy
Day 4: Kandy
Day 5: Kandy - Nuwaraeliya - Nanuoya - Ella
Day 6: Ella - Small Adams Peak - Udawalawe National Park - Udawalawe
Day 7: Udawalawe - Tangalle - Galle - Wadduwa
Day 8: Wadduwa / Kalutara
Day 9: Wadduwa / Kalutara
Day 10: Wadduwa / Kalutara
Day 11: Wadduwa / Kalutara
Day 12: Wadduwa / Kalutara to Colombo Airport
Your Itinerary In Detail —
7-Night Tour
Day 1: COLOMBO AIRPORT - KURUNEGALA - DAMBULLA
You'll be welcomed on arrival at Colombo Airport by our representative, before taking your transfer to Dambulla via Kurunegala. Arrive and settle into your hotel in the countryside. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Transfer: Private vehicle, 4 hours during day.
Day 2: DAMBULLA - SIGIRIYA - POLONNARUWA - DAMBULLA
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Sigiriya, where you'll visit Lion Rock or Sigiriya, the eighth wonder of the modern world. Sigirya is a citadel from the 5th century, built by King Kassyapa, and was a royal citadel for over 18 years.
Climb the stone stairs, and reach the top of the ‘Lion's Rock’. In a sheltered pocket, accessible by a spiral staircase, are the famous frescoes. Sigiriya's 5th century water gardens have been restored to their former glory.
Then, leave for Polonnaruwa and visit the medieval capital of Sri Lanka. This archeological site founded in the 12th century, was the work of a single king, Parakrama Bahu (1153 - 1186). Explore the royal palace, the temple of Shiva and the Buddhist temples home to the Vatadage (containing ancient relics), Gal Vihara (Rock Temple) and its three statues of Buddha.
Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Transfer: private vehicle, 3 1/2 to 4 hours during day.
DAY 3: DAMBULLA - NALANDA GEDIGE - MATALE - KANDY
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave for Dambulla and visit the incredible cave monastery. The caves are carved out of granite, at more than 160 m altitude, and contain five temples. One is covered in gold, and the others contain Buddha statues and frescoes depicting his life.
Afterwards, continue to Matale and visit Nalanda Gedige en route. This Hindu temple was built between the 8th and 10th century, and is considered as the centre of Sri Lanka.
Continue towards Matale, for a visit to the spice garden at the gates of the old capital Kandy. Spices are mainly produced in this region, and the area is particularly well-known for its cinnamon. Learn about the different spices growing here, before heading back to Kandy where you'll settle in to your hotel.
Transfer: private vehicle, 3 hours during day.
DAY 4: KANDY
Breakfast at hotel. Visit pretty Kandy, on the shores of a lake framed by trees. Kandy is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and you'll be able to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in the world. You're bound to see pilgrims laying fruit and flowers as offerings.
Next up, head to the famous Peradeniya botanical gardens, the biggest in Sri Lanka, These old royal parks span over 60 hectares, and contain 300 varieties of orchids and a majestic java fig tree.
After the visit, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight. Spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure.
Transfer: private vehicle, 2 hours during day
DAY 5: KANDY - NUWARAELIYA - NANUOYA - ELLA
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Kandy in the morning and head to the Nuwara Eliya region, filled with tea plantations. Stop at Ramboda Falls, and continue through spectacular mountain scenery.
Visit a tea plantation where you'll learn about how tea is made. Nuwara Eliya looks like an English city due to its Victorian houses and rose gardens, and is a pretty place to wander in the afternoon.
Take your transfer to the train station in Nanuoya and board your train to Ella, You'll pass through tea country, with magnificent hills and superb views during one of the world's most scenic railway journeys. You'll be transferred to your hotel on arrival.
Transfer: Private vehicle, 2 1/2 hours during day, and 2 hour train journey
DAY 6: ELLA - SMALL ADAMS PEAK - UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARK - UDAWALAWE
Breakfast. Leave for a short walk towards the tea plantations at 'Small Adam's peak'. Marvel at views of magnificent hilly landscapes, and stop in front of the Ravana Falls waterfall.
In the afternoon, visit Udawalawe National Park, for a 3 1/2 hour jeep safari. Watch birds, crocodiles, spotted deer, buffalo, and wild elephants. After your safari, take your transfer to your hotel and settle in for dinner and overnight.
Transfer: private vehicle, 3 hours during day
Walk to Ella: 1 hour round trip
Safari: 3 1/2 hours
DAY 7: UDAWALAWE - TANGALLE - GALLE - NEGOMBO
Breakfast. Leave for Tangalle on the southern coast, where sea meets mountains. Follow the road to Galle, a key stop on the spice route, selling cinnamon, mother of pearl, oil and lemongrass. The old town is protected by UNESCO, and carries many traces of its colonial past in its winding alleys.
Follow the road to Negombo. Arrive and settle in for dinner at overnight at your hotel.
Transfer: private vehicle, 4 1/2 to 5 hours during day.
DAY 8: NEGOMBO - COLOMBO AIRPORT
Breakfast at the hotel, and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Transfer: private vehicle, 30 minutes.
9-Night Tour
Day 1: COLOMBO AIRPORT - KURUNEGALA - DAMBULLA
As per Day 1 of 7-night tour.
Day 2: DAMBULLA - SIGIRIYA - POLONNARUWA - DAMBULLA
As per Day 2 of 7-night tour.
DAY 3: DAMBULLA - NALANDA GEDIGE - MATALE - KANDY
As per Day 3 of 7-night tour.
DAY 4: KANDY
As per Day 4 of 7-night tour.
DAY 5: KANDY - NUWARAELIYA - NANUOYA - ELLA
As per Day 5 of 7-night tour.
DAY 6: ELLA - SMALL ADAMS PEAK - UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARK - UDAWALAWE
As per Day 6 of 7-night tour.
DAY 7: UDAWALAWE - TANGALLE - GALLE - KALUTARA
Breakfast. Leave for Tangalle on the southern coast, where sea meets mountains. Follow the road to Galle, a key stop on the spice route, selling cinnamon, mother of pearl, oil and lemongrass. The old town is protected by UNESCO, and carries many traces of its colonial past in its winding alleys.
Follow the road to Wadduwa / Kalutara. Arrive and settle in for dinner at overnight at your hotel.
Transfer: private vehicle, 4 1/2 to 5 hours during day.
DAY 8: WADDUWA BEACH / KALUTARA
Stay at the glorious Tangerine Beach Hotel 4* where dazzlingly white sands, turquoise waters, and swaying palms provide a pretty backdrop to this tranquil resort. Wander around the gardens, or take a dip in the sun-dappled pool. You'll have Half Board dining included, and spend the night at the hotel.
DAY 9: WADDUWA BEACH / KALUTARA
Spend the day on the gorgeous beaches of Kalutara, with Half Board dining. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 10: KALUTARA - COLOMBO AIRPORT
Breakfast at the hotel, and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Transfer: private vehicle, 1 1/2 hours.
11-Night Tour
Day 1: COLOMBO AIRPORT - KURUNEGALA - DAMBULLA
As per Day 1 of 7-night tour.
Day 2: DAMBULLA - SIGIRIYA - POLONNARUWA - DAMBULLA
As per Day 2 of 7-night tour.
DAY 3: DAMBULLA - NALANDA GEDIGE - MATALE - KANDY
As per Day 3 of 7-night tour.
DAY 4: KANDY
As per Day 4 of 7-night tour.
DAY 5: KANDY - NUWARAELIYA - NANUOYA - ELLA
As per Day 5 of 7-night tour.
DAY 6: ELLA - SMALL ADAMS PEAK - UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARK - UDAWALAWE
As per Day 6 of 7-night tour.
DAY 7: UDAWALAWE - TANGALLE - GALLE - WADDUWA BEACH / KALUTARA
As per Day 7 of 9-night tour.
DAY 8: WADDUWA BEACH / KALUTARA
As per Day 8 of 9-night tour.
DAY 9, 10 & 11 : WADDUWA BEACH / KALUTARA
Spend the day on the gorgeous beaches of Kalutara, with Half board dining. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12: KALUTARA - COLOMBO AIRPORT
Breakfast at the hotel, and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Transfer: private vehicle, 1 1/2 hours.
Your Hotels —
HAND-PICKED JUST FOR YOU
Maximum room capacity
Throughout your tour, you'll be accommodated in Deluxe Rooms (Double Rooms for travel groups of 2) in the following 4* hotels (or similar):
Dambulla: Sigirana Resort by Thilanka 4*
Kandy: Fox Kandy by Fox Resorts 4*
Ella: Morning Dew 4*
Udawalawe: Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort 4*
Negombo: Camelot Beach Hotel 4*
Kalutra: Tangerine Beach Hotel 4*
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Half Board stay (breakfast and evening meal, excludes drinks).
Included when booking during Perahera —
Supplemental Charge during Perahera Festival
Please note that if you book your tour during the Perahera Festival, held in July and August in Kandy, there will be an additional fee added to the total price of your stay.
This is a historical celebration held annually to pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha, which is housed at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy.
Your Journey to Sri Lanka —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers:
Return airport transfers are included for all offers. For inbound transfer arrangements, please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
Your Destination —
Sri Lanka
With 8 Unesco World Heritage Sites to be found on such a small area of land and a 2,000 year old culture, Sri Lanka is as fascinating as it is beautiful. A destination that is often skipped by many a traveller on their trips to India or Asia, Sri Lanka remains one of the Indo-Asian best kept secrets. Visit its ancient sites and marvel over its legendary temples, or see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree, Anuradhapura.
Take a tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrod, beaches. Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. In addition, you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride. With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, where the charm of the people will simply enchant you.
