Classic Sri Lanka
Summary
This 16-day itinerary is perfect for those wishing to explore the major cultural highlights and sights of this beautiful country from the wonders of Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy, to the attractions of Nuwara Eliya and Galle. A private vehicle with driver/guide is included throughout, allowing the flexibility and luxury of also being able to see some of the lesser-known areas.
Duration |
16 Days
Price
From $6,422.00 per person based on two people sharingBest time to go
Sri Lanka is a year round destination depending on which side of the island you choose. The South West and North East have different weather patterns, but the peak time for the best weather is December to mid-April. Travelling in the shoulder seasons, particularly July to August has many advantages.
Day 1: Depart UK
Depart London Heathrow on an overnight flight to Colombo.
Day 2: Colombo
Transfer by private vehicle to the hotel for overnight stay.
Enjoy a private afternoon city tour.
Overnight: La Maison de Colombo
Day 3: Sigiriya
Travel to visit Yapahuwa, one of the capitals of medieval Sri Lanka, before continuing onwards to Sigiriya for five-night stay.
Overnight: Water Garden
Day 4: Sigiriya
This morning visit the famous preserved ruins of Anuradhapura, one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world and one of the island’s eight World Heritage Sites. In the afternoon travel to Mihintale, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site.
Overnight: Water Garden
Day 5: Sigiriya
Delve into Sri Lanka's culture and history with a visit to the well-preserved remains of the archaeological city of Polonnaruwa.
Overnight: Water Garden
Day 6: Sigiriya
Enjoy more cultural exploration by visiting the Buddhist monastery of Ritigala, which dates back to the 1st Century BC, and where there are also more than 70 caves used as dwellings by the earliest inhabitants of Sri Lanka.
Overnight: Water Garden
Day : Sigiriya
A major highlight today of the trip with the chance to climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the country’s most memorable single attraction. Enjoy a traditional village visit in the afternoon, including a bullock cart ride, cookery demonstration and typical lunch.
Overnight: Water Garden
Day 8: Kandy
Visit the most impressive of cave temples at Dambulla before viewing the spice garden at Matale and enjoying a massage. Continue to Kandy for a three-night stay.
Overnight: Adigor’s Manor
Day 9: Kandy
Take a private city tour of Kandy, a lively and exciting city with so much to see.
Overnight: Adigor’s Manor
Day 10: Kandy
In the morning visit the three temples of Gadaladeniya, Lankathilaka and Embekke and continue after lunch to the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, renowned for their collection of over 300 varieties of orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees.
Overnight: Adigor’s Manor
Day 11: Nuwara Eliya
Travel on the Expo Rail train to Nanu Oya and continue by road to Nuwara Eliya, or ‘Little England’ as it is affectionately known, for a two-night stay.
Overnight: Ceylon Tea Trails
Day 12: Nuwara Eliya
Spend the day at leisure at the hotel and enjoy its facilities, or perhaps venture out to explore the surrounding tea plantations.
Overnight: Ceylon Tea Trails
Day 13: Yala National Park
Visit Buduruwagala, ‘the rock with the statue of Buddha’, which is now considered the tallest in the world, before continuing to the Yala National Park to stay overnight and enjoy an exciting jeep safari.
Overnight: Cinnamon Wild
Day 14: Hikkaduwa
Visit a monastery en-route to Galle, enjoying a city tour there. Continue to Hikkaduwa for two-night stay.
Overnight: Aditya Resort
Day 15: Hikkaduwa
Final day is at leisure to relax on the beach or perhaps take a yoga lesson.
Overnight: Aditya Resort
Day 16: Departure
Transfer to Colombo airport for your onward flight to the UK
From £4,790.00 per person based on two people sharing*
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Inclusions
All flights, transfers, accommodation, meals and activities as specified.
Exclusions
Transfers, meals and activities not specified, visas, insurance, gratuities and items of a personal nature.
*Costs are based on travel in low season