Tour Overview
This 11-Day / 10 Nights Cultural & Heritage Explorer Tour offers a complete and authentic journey through the best of Sri Lanka. It is perfect for travelers who love history, ancient cities, and natural beauty.
The tour begins by diving into the island’s rich past, visiting the ancient capitals of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, and climbing the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress. You will then explore the cultural heart in Kandy and enjoy the stunning landscapes of the hill country, including a scenic train ride to Ella and tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya. The journey concludes with exciting wildlife safaris at Yala, a stop at the holy site of Kataragama, the colonial charm of Galle Fort, and relaxation on the beaches of Bentota.
Includes
- Welcome by Lanka Tour Routes representative at the Airport.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur Guide or Guide with your language preference, throughout the journey.
- All transfers by Air conditioned Vehicle.
- Accommodation: Advisable.
- Meal Plan: Advisable.
Itinerary
- Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport
- Transfer to Negombo, enjoy a relaxing evening by the lagoon or beach
- Night Stay: Negombo
- Travel to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s ancient sacred city
- Explore Ruwanwelisaya, Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, and Isurumuniya Temple
- Experience local markets and traditional Sri Lankan culture
- Night Stay: Anuradhapura
- Visit Mihintale, the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the frescoes and ancient water gardens
- Night Stay: Sigiriya
- Discover the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, including Gal Vihara rock carvings
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning Buddha statues and murals
- Optional evening cultural show in Sigiriya/Dambulla
- Night Stay: Sigiriya/Dambulla
- Visit Matale Spice Garden on the way
- Explore Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
- Stroll around Kandy Lake and local handicraft markets
- Optional Kandyan cultural dance performance
- Night Stay: Kandy
- Scenic drive through tea plantations and waterfalls
- Visit tea factory and learn about Ceylon tea production
- Explore Gregory Lake and enjoy a leisure boat ride
- Night Stay: Nuwara Eliya
- Take the iconic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella (highly photographed route)
- Hike Little Adam’s Peak
- Visit Nine Arches Bridge
- Optional: Enjoy local cafés with mountain views
- Night Stay: Ella
- Travel to Yala National Park
- Afternoon safari to spot leopards, elephants, and diverse wildlife
- Sunset at the park or beach (if en route to nearby accommodation)
- Night Stay: Yala
- Visit Kataragama Temple, a revered pilgrimage site
- Explore local villages and natural surroundings
- Optional evening nature walk
- Night Stay: Kataragama
- Travel to Galle Fort, explore colonial heritage and lighthouse
- Relax on Bentota Beach, enjoy water sports or leisure activities
- Optional river safari or spa experience
- Night Stay: Bentota
- Colombo city tour: Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, and Pettah Market
- Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure
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