The Pick Of Sri Lanka - Free Upgrade To Private Tour Available

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5 Based on 3 Reviews
  • duration 9 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 10-99 yrs
  • max group size 30
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-33115
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • Ends Colombo, Sri Lanka
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Colombo: Sri Lanka’s vibrant capital is both a historic city packed with colonial architecture and a bustling metropolis.
  • Dambulla: Catch a glimpse of this fascinating Buddhist cave-temple carved deep into a mountain and decorated with impressive frescoes.
  • Sigiriya: The ‘Lion Rock’ rises almost 200 metres above the jungle, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
  • Polonnaruwa: An ancient city characterized by temples and palace ruins, as well as an interesting still-functioning irrigation system.
  • Matale: Wander around the delightful spice gardens, breathing the scents of Sri Lanka: cinnamon, turmeric, nutmeg, and many others.
  • Kandy: This beautiful city hosts the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and its paradisiacal palaces and gardens.
  • Nuwara Eliya: Visit a plantation in the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country and admire the town’s mesmerising Victorian architecture.
  • Buduruwagala: Clear your way through the jungle to find the inspiring ancient, rock-carved sculptures of Buddha.
  • Yala National Park: Explore the magnificent fields of green and meet many wild animals such as elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, and leopards.
  • Galle: Travel back in time while exploring the historical streets of this well-preserved fortified Dutch colonial city.
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The "The Pick Of Sri Lanka - Free Upgrade To Private Tour Available" starts and ends in Colombo. It is an art and architecture trip that takes 9 days taking you through Kalutara, Kandy, Peradeniya and 11 other destinations in Sri Lanka. "The Pick Of Sri Lanka - Free Upgrade To Private Tour Available" is a guided private that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Explore Sri Lanka high and low with this fascinating guaranteed departure tour starting in the capital, Colombo, and taking an inland loop that covers all the main historical, cultural, and natural attractions of this magical island. Discover a world of lush landscapes, picturesque lakeside cities, historic temples, and ancient citadels. Breathe in the fragrances of Sri Lanka at herb and spice gardens. Enjoy cultural shows and spiritual experiences over nine unforgettable days travelling across this earthly paradise.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Colombo
  • Day 2: Colombo – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya (150km – 3.5 Hrs)
  • Day 3: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya (140km – 3.5 Hrs)
  • Day 4: Sigiriya – Matale – Peradeniya – Kandy (100km – 2.5 Hrs)
  • Day 5: Kandy
  • Day 6: Kandy – Tea Plantation – Nuwara Eliya (95km – 2.5 Hrs)
  • Day 7: Nuwara Eliya – Buduruwagala – Tissamaharama (180km – 5 Hrs)
  • Day 8: Tissamaharama – Galle – Kosgoda – Kalutara (275km – 5 Hrs)
  • Day 9: Kalutara – Depart Colombo (80km – 1.5 Hrs)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Standard Hotel Category = Palm Village Hotel or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Ozo Colombo or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lakeside or similar 5*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Kassapa Lions Rock or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = The Paradise Resort or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lodge or similar 5*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Hilltop or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Earl's Regent or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = The Grand Kandyan or similar 5*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Galway Forest Lodge or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing St Andrew's or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Araliya Green Hills or similar 5*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Chandrika Hotel or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = The Safari or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Jetwing Yala or similar 5*
  • Standard Hotel Category = Hibiscus Beach Hotel & Villas or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Turyaa Kalutara or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Ahungalla or similar 5*
  • 8 nights' accommodation in selected hotel category
Meals
  • 8 Breakfasts
Transport
  • Air-conditioned transportation as stated in the programme
  • Inbound/Outbound airport transfers from/to Bandaranike International Airport in Colombo.
Guide
  • Operated with English-speaking guide
Others
  • Meet & Greet on arrival at Bandaranike International Airport in Colombo
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Gratuities for drive and guide
  • Entrance fees for all sights and attractions
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, etc
  • Video camera and photography permits at the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • Optional tours and activities
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
  • Emma T
  • On May 09 2021
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Trip of a lifetime with Kalana. Just home (we were a group of 4 friends, all girls in our mid-20s) from the most amazing 9 day trip organized perfectly by Atkien Spence Travel. Some of the highlights of the trip included amazing... Read more
  • David C
  • On Dec 09 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
You must visit Sri Lanka. My wife and I had a wonderful tour of Sri Lanka. Our guide Selva was excellent - his English was very good, he was extremely knowledgeable about everything we saw, and he communicated extremely well. We... Read more
  • Stefre88
  • On Sep 06 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Wonderful trip with Harsha Gayal Perera. Sri Lanka is a very beautiful country. We highly recommend Aitken Spence Travel Agency for the tour guides they work with. Our tour included the visit of the ancient capitals of the... Read more
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this The Pick Of Sri Lanka - Free Upgrade To Private Tour Available tour. You can cancel the tour up to 30 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 29 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 26 April 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 26 April 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 29 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

The Pick Of Sri Lanka - Free Upgrade To Private Tour Available tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this The Pick Of Sri Lanka - Free Upgrade To Private Tour Available tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Know Before You Go

Last day: It is recommended to reach the airport at least 3 hours before the departure flight time, the recommended departure flight in the late afternoon or evening. Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice Pick Up and Drop Off from Bandaranike International Airport in Colombo.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has implemented smaller group sizes than normal, allowing for more personal space on the vehicles, sights visited, hotels and restaurants.
  • Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this trip. Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
  • Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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