Sri Lanka · Culture

5-Day Sri Lanka Cultural Tour with Sigiriya, Kandy and Colombo

5 Days Round trip from Sigiriya Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, including its frescoes, Water Garden, and Mirror Wall
02 Discover the ancient caves and Buddhist heritage of Dambulla Cave Temple and the Golden Temple
03 Experience the spirituality of Kandy at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and a Cultural Dance Show
04 Enjoy Nuwara Eliya's scenic tea gardens, Tea Factory, Ramboda Waterfall, and Gregory Lake
05 Explore Colombo's iconic landmarks, including Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, Beira Lake, and Galle Face Green

Embark on a 5-day journey through Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Colombo. Explore Sigiriya's Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple, experience the spirituality of Kandy's Temple of the Tooth Relic, and enjoy the tea gardens, waterfalls, and Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya. The tour also includes Colombo's cultural landmarks and shopping districts before concluding with an airport drop-off.

Explore Sigiriya's Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple, experience the spirituality of Kandy's Temple of the Tooth Relic, and enjoy the tea gardens, waterfalls, and Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Colombo, Kandy, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Nuwara Eliya, Katunayake, Gampola

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Sigiriya with Dambulla or Lion Rock Visit

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted with meet-and-greet services. You will then proceed to Sigiriya, with a visit to either Dambulla Cave Temple or Sigiriya Lion Rock on the way. In the evening, enjoy a Sigiriya Village Tour.
Highlights:
- Sigiriya: Explore the Rock Fortress, admire the frescoes, wander through the Water Garden, and witness the Mirror Wall.
- Dambulla: Visit the Cave Temple and the Golden Temple.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 02

Kandy Heritage and Cultural Experiences

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head to the ancient city of Kandy. During the day, visit the Temple of the Tooth, Peradeniya Botanical Garden, and the Gem Museum. In the evening, enjoy a Cultural Dance Show.
Highlights:
- Kandy: Discover the Peradeniya Botanical Garden, experience the spirituality of the Temple of the Tooth Relic, take a city tour, and explore the Gem Museum.

Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 03

Scenic Journey to Nuwara Eliya via Gampola

After breakfast, depart from Kandy and proceed to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, visit the Ambuluwawa Tower in Gampola, admire the Ramboda Waterfall, explore a Tea Garden and Tea Factory, and enjoy the scenic beauty of Gregory Lake.
Highlights:
- Gampola: Experience the panoramic views from Ambuluwawa Tower.
- Nuwara Eliya: Witness the captivating Ramboda Waterfall, learn about tea production in a Tea Garden and Tea Factory, and relax by Gregory Lake.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 04

Colombo City Tour and Shopping

Check out from the hotel in the morning and travel to Colombo. Enjoy a city tour of Colombo, visiting Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple and Beira Lake, Galle Face Green, the Ancient Red Mosque, and shopping spots such as One Galle Face, Odel, and Colombo City Center.
Highlights:
- Colombo: Explore the vibrant city with visits to Galle Face Green, Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, and Beira Lake. Enjoy shopping at One Galle Face, Odel, and Colombo City Center.

Overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 05