11-Day Tour of Sri Lanka's Heritage and Biodiversity from Colombo
Highlights
Colombo, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Mirissa, Yala National Park, Pinnawala, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Trincomalee, Tissamaharama, Kandy
Locations Covered
Colombo, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Mirissa, Yala National Park, Pinnawala, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Trincomalee, Tissamaharama, Kandy
safari, cultural, historical
Private Tour
11 Days
Easy
English
Description
Explore the ruins of the ancient city of Anuradhapura, marvel at the UNESCO Heritage Site of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and visit the Dambulla Cave Temples. Embark on a wildlife safari at Yala National Park and enjoy whale watching in Mirissa. Also, see the major attractions of Galle, such as the Galle Fort and the beautiful waterfalls of Kalutara.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Anuradhapura
Get a Colombo/airport pickup (05.00 pm - 08.00 pm) from your Sri Lankan driver.
In Anuradapura, explore the ruins of the fortresses of ancient kings and sacred places such as Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya, Ruwanweli Maha Seya, Mihintalya and Mirisawetiya Pagodas.
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Anuradhapura
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Day 2: Trincomalee
Starting from Anuradhapura, you will explore the famous eastern coastal city of Trincomalee on the second day.
A few of the places that you will visit include:
Koneswaram temple
Nilaweli beach
Pigeon island
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Trincomalee
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Day 3: Sigiriya - Dambulla
Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fort and Dambulla Cave, and Golden Temples.
Later in the evening, depending on your request, we can arrange a cart ride and a Dambulla city tour, including Dambulla Economic Centre and Dambulla Cricket Stadium.
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Dambulla
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Day 4: Polonnaruwa - Kandy
In the morning, visit the Polonnaruwa ruins and significant attractions.
Later in the afternoon, head towards Kandy to visit:
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Kandy viewpoint
Cultural dance show
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Kandy
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Day 5: Nuwara Eliya - Ella
Allocate today to the hill station. On the day, you will explore:
Gregory Lake
Glenloch tea factory
Ramboda Waterfall
Nanu-Oya Railway Station
Ravan Ella
Nine Arch Bridge
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Ella
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Day 6: Wellawaya - Thissamaharamaya
Staring from Ella, go on a road trip to Thissamaharamaya via Wellawaya.
On the way, show you famous locations along the road.
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Thissamaharamaya
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Day 7: Yala National Park
Savour the safari day at Yala National Park.
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Mirissa
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Day 8: Mirissa - Galle
The schedule for the day is:
Whale watching at Mirissa
Galle Fort
Moonstone mine and gem palace
Hikkaduwa beach
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Hikkaduwa
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Day 9: Hikkaduwa - Bentota
Explore everything from Galle to Bentota, including:
Bathing with turtles (free)
Spice garden
Ceylon tea factory
Ariyapola Mask Museum
Madhu river
Turtle hatchery
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Bentota
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Day 10: Kalutara
Visit some beautiful but less crowded places in the Kalutara district:
Thudugala Waterfall
Handawetena waterfall
Richmond Castle
Kalutara Bodiya
Overnight stay at 3-star hotel in Mt. Lavinia/Colombo
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Day 11: Colombo
The final day is all about the commercial city of Sri Lanka, Colombo. You will visit major attractions, including:
Gangarama Temple
Colombo city tour
Beira lake
Transfer to the airport/Colombo hotel.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.