8-day tour of Sri Lanka's highlights from Negombo
Highlights
Colombo, Kandy, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Galle, Yala National Park, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Mirissa
Locations Covered
Colombo, Kandy, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Galle, Yala National Park, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Mirissa
cultural, historical, sightseeing
Group Tour
8 Days
Easy
English
Description
Explore Sri Lanka, home to a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches and captivating cultural heritage. Marvel at the beauty of Sigiriya fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple and the Temple of the Tooth Relic giving us insight into the impressive Buddhist culture. Come across some beautiful waterfalls such as Ramboda, do enjoy a safari ride in Yala National Park and a train trip to Ella.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Airport / Sigiriya
- Arrive at Katunayake Airport, and meet the tour crew.
On the way, visit Dambulla Cave Temple, an incredible ancient complex of caves dating back to the 1st Century BC. The five caves contain over 150 images of Buddha, including an impressive 14 meter carved statue.
Arrive at Sigiriya for an overnight stay.
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Day 2: Visit Sigiriya rock fortress
Leave for Kandy, and en-route, visit Sigiriya ‘Lion Rock’ fortress. Built over 1500 years ago, it is one of the most iconic and famous sites in Sri Lanka.
View the world-famous paintings of the Heavenly Maidens, situated in a sheltered pocket of the rock, approached by a spiral stairway.
Visit Matale Alu Vihara and Nalanda stone Temple.
Overnight stay at Kandy.
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Day 3: Visit attractions in Kandy
In the morning, go on a sightseeing tour of Kandy - the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings.
Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic, a sacred place for followers of Buddhism.
Later, go on a city walk, enjoy cultural shows, and visit the local market.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
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Day 4: Kandy -Nuwara Eliya
Depart from Kandy and proceed towards Nuwara Eliya.
On the way, visit the Tea estate and factory and Ramboda waterfall.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
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Day 5: Scenic train trip to Ella.
After the city tour in the morning, take a scenic train trip to Ella.
Overnight stay in Ella.
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Day 6: Ella - Yala
In the morning, visit little Adam's peak in Ella and proceed to Yala.
Overnight stay in Yala.
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Day 7: Yala - Mirissa
05:00 am early morning safari in Yala national park.
Later, proceed to Mirissa beach.
- Enjoy evening activities at Mirissa beach.
Overnight stay in Mirissa.
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Day 8: Galle - Airport
In the morning, proceed to the airport via Galle.
Arrive at the airport to catch a flight back home or onward journey.
End of the tour.
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.