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7-Day Tour Of Ancient Heritage And Wildlife Of Sri Lanka

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Safari, Architecture, Wildlife

  • Duration

    7 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Go for an incredible cultural and historic tour of Sri Lanka and discover its wildlife and ancient heritage. Dive into the beautiful architecture of Dambulla (one of the most extensive caves in Sri Lanka), visit the world heritage site of Sigiriya fortress, and observe the birthplace of Sinhala Civilization from a closer perspective.

Highlights
  • Admire the beauty of the rock cave temple of Dambulla
  • Add more excitement to the tour with a wildlife safari and ride on an elephant's back
  • Pay a visit to the world heritage site of Sigiriya rock fortress
  • Marvel at the birthplace of Sinhala Civilization and the sacred town of Anuradhapura
  • Understand the Buddhist culture through the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Explore the elephant orphanage at Pinnawala
  • Get a glimpse of the beautiful architecture of Nuwara Eliya
  • Experience the adventurous rafting in the Kalani river
  • Day 1: Airport-Dambulla-Sigiriya expand_more

    • Meet your chauffeur/guide at the airport, and proceed towards Sigiriya.

    • View the 2,000 years old frescoes in the rock cave temple of Dambulla, the biggest cave in Sri Lanka.

    • Take a breather and relax on an elephant ride or add some excitement with a wildlife safari.

    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 2: Sigiriya-Kandalama expand_more

    • After an early breakfast, proceed to the world heritage site of Sigiriya rock fortress, built in the fifth century by  King Kashyapa.

    • Explore the amazing archaeological site.

    • Look at the wildlife on an elephant back safari and wild jeep safari.

    Rest of the day at leisure.
    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 3: Kandalama-Anuradhapura-Kandalama expand_more

    • After a wholesome breakfast, head off to Anuradhapura, the sacred town of Sri Lanka, and the birthplace of Sinhala civilization. It served as the capital of Sri Lanka during ancient times.

    • Walk-through the – Aukana Buddha, Thuparamay guard stone, Isurumuniya Temple, Ruwanwelisaya, Jethawanaya Monastery, Abayagiriya monastery, and the museum.

    • Visit Mihinthalaya and Ritigala temple as well.

    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 4: Kandalama-Pinnawala-Kandy-Nuwara Eliya expand_more

    • After breakfast, proceed to Kandy.

    • En route, visit the elephant orphanage at Pinnawala, established to feed, nurse, and house abandoned young elephants.

    • Visit the lake in the center of the city, the grand Kandyan bazaar, and finish with a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha.

    • Proceed to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, see waterfalls, rice fields, and vegetable gardens.

    • Get an opportunity to visit a working tea factory, and learn how to become a tea expert. While here, taste the renowned Ceylon Tea.

    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 5: Nuwara Eliya-Kithulagala expand_more

    • After breakfast, drive through the colonial architecture of Nuwara Eliya.

    • Visit the busy market where tea plantation workers get their supplies from.

    • Enjoy the cool climate for a while before continuing down the hill to Kithulagala along with one of the most scenic roads passing the St. Clare’s and Devon Waterfalls.
    • Experience the exhilaration of white water rafting adventure down the Kalani River in central Sri Lanka.

    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 6: Kithulagala-Colombo expand_more

    • After lunch, proceed to Colombo.

    • Go for a city tour of Colombo in the evening.

    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 7: Colombo-Airport expand_more

    • After breakfast, transfer to Colombo international airport.

    The tour comes to an end.

What's Included

  • Assistance at the Colombo International Airport

  • Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide

  • All fuel, insurance, and license fees of the vehicle

  • Replacement of vehicle in case of breakdown or emergency

Activities on day 5 & 6 include:

  • White water rafting

  • Trekking

  • Bird watching

  • Belilena Prehistoric cave and waterfall

  • Natural Rock Pool and Makulu Ella Waterfall, which can be reached after an excellent trekking and hiking experience

What's Excluded

  • Air ticket expenses from your country to Sri Lanka and return journey

  • Hotel room charges

  • Food and drinks

  • Entry tickets and safari charges

  • Extra items consumed / facilities utilized in hotels

  • Tips to service members and drivers

  • Expenses of personal nature, such as liquor, cigarettes, etc

  • Camera and video recording charges are payable at the sites

Know before you go

  • This tour can be customized.

  • Rate is subject to change depending on the days and distances.

  • We can book hotels, or clients can book hotels online from their side.

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 4USD 500 Per Group

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USD 500 / group