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Imagine walking among ruins that date back more than 2,000 years, followed the next day by a trip through the rainforest or a relaxing lie on a sandy beach. All of this is possible if you plan a holiday to Sri Lanka, an island country with incredibly diverse landscapes ...

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Highlights
  • Explore the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa,
  • Wander throught the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relicin Kandy
  • Lion Rock at Sigiriya is an amazing ruined fort and one of the highlights of this fine country

A jewel in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is jam-packed with ancient sites, fascinating culture... ... Read More

Circle Sri Lanka
Intrepid Travel
10% Discount

Circle Sri Lanka

of 126 reviews
  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator Intrepid Travel
  • Next Departures Sep 3 Sep 8
From US$ 2,240 US$ 2,016 15 days
Highlights
  • Wander through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy, which houses one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relics – a tooth of the Buddha
  • Take a trip back in time with a visit to Nuwara Eliya, the best preserved English colonial town in Sri Lanka, which is now the centre of the country's famous tea-growing industry
  • Explore the palm-tree beaches and streets of Unawatuna, perhaps even stopping for a massage along the way

Set adrift in the middle of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is jam-packed with ancient... ... Read More

Simply Sri Lanka
Intrepid Travel
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Simply Sri Lanka

  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator Intrepid Travel
  • Next Departures Sep 2 Nov 18
From US$ 795 8 days
Highlights
  • The best way to rediscover the once lost city of Anuradhapura is by bicycle. Cycle around the stupas, citadel and monasteries of this ancient capital
  • Head into the newly reopened north of Sri Lanka and see a side of the country closed to tourists for 30 years
  • The beaches of Sri Lanka’s east coast are beautiful, secluded and perfect for unwinding

Drive along the road in Sri Lanka and you can pass Hindu temples, Buddhist shrines... ... Read More

Sensational Sri Lanka
Intrepid Travel
10% Discount

Sensational Sri Lanka

of 2 reviews
  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator Intrepid Travel
  • Next Departures Sep 3 Sep 10
From US$ 1,990 US$ 1,791 12 days

Natural wonders and religious sites dominate this short, nine day tour of Sri Lanka giving... ... Read More

Sri Lanka Experience
Tucan Travel
10% Discount

Sri Lanka Experience

of 2 reviews
  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Negombo
  • Operator Tucan Travel
  • Next Departures Aug 26 Sep 23
From US$ 1,109 US$ 1,001 9 days
Highlights
  • Explore the rainforest in Kitulgala
  • Search for wildlife on a safari
  • Gain insight into the national heritage at a tea plantation

Take eight days out of your life and get yourself somewhere incredible. This cultural and... ... Read More

Sri Lanka Express
G Adventures
19% Discount Free Cancellation

Sri Lanka Express

  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator G Adventures
  • Next Departures Sep 3 Sep 10
From US$ 999 US$ 807 8 days
Highlights
  • Take in sweeping vistas of the outlying terrain from Sigiriya's rock-top fortress
  • Spy elephants in their natural habitat at Uda Walawe National Park and see rescued infants up close at the onsite Elephant Transit Home
  • Learn the steps of traditional Kandyan dance during lessons with the locals

Take the kids on an intrepid adventure to the island paradise of Sri Lanka. Set... ... Read More

Sri Lanka Family Holiday
Intrepid Travel
15% Discount

Sri Lanka Family Holiday

of 2 reviews
  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator Intrepid Travel
  • Next Departures Sep 23 Sep 26
From US$ 2,240 US$ 1,904 15 days
Highlights
  • Search for wildlife on a safari
  • Gain insight into the national heritage at a tea plantation
  • Cruise through some of the world's most beautiful islands

This 14-day combo trip brings together the best of Sri Lanka's cultural highlights and the... ... Read More

Sri Lanka & Maldives Adventure
G Adventures
Free Cancellation

Sri Lanka & Maldives Adventure

  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Male
  • Operator G Adventures
  • Next Departures Nov 5 Dec 31
From US$ 2,659 14 days
Highlights
  • Trek through luscious green hills
  • Journey by train through Sri Lanka's most breath-taking scenery
  • Sample local cuisine at a village meal

Get yourself to a destination that's long been a culture-loving backpacker's dream, on this affordable... ... Read More

Sri Lanka on a Shoestring
G Adventures
19% Discount Free Cancellation

Sri Lanka On A Shoestring

  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator G Adventures
  • Next Departures Sep 3 Sep 10
From US$ 1,049 US$ 846 12 days
Highlights
  • Explore Sigriya rock fortress
  • Enjoy local flavours at a village meal
  • Gain insight into the national heritage at a tea plantation

For most travellers, Sri Lanka has been off the map for too long. Well, it's... ... Read More

Cultural Sri Lanka
G Adventures
24% Discount Free Cancellation

Cultural Sri Lanka

  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Colombo
  • Operator G Adventures
  • Next Departures Aug 26 Sep 2
From US$ 1,799 US$ 1,367 14 days

Explore Sri Lanka’s land of hidden temples and caves, sacred Buddhist sites and Hindu shrines... ... Read More

Jewels of Sri Lanka
Tucan Travel
14% Discount

Jewels Of Sri Lanka

of 8 reviews
  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Negombo
  • Operator Tucan Travel
  • Next Departures Sep 23 Oct 21
From US$ 1,849 US$ 1,581 15 days
Highlights
  • City Tour of Colombo and walking tour of Galle Fort
  • Visit the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya Temple in Colombo, the Lion Rock at Sigiriya, the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy and the Udawalawe National Park

Covering all the 'musts', from Colombo's city sights to the Lion Rock, Temple of the... ... Read More

Wonders of Sri Lanka
Trafalgar
14% Discount

Wonders Of Sri Lanka

  • Starts/Ends Colombo/Colombo
  • Operator Trafalgar
  • Next Departures Sep 1 Sep 29
From US$ 2,544 US$ 2,175 9 days

Visit areas of stunning natural beauty, national parks boasting some of the best wildlife viewing... ... Read More

Southern Sri Lanka
Tucan Travel
10% Discount

Southern Sri Lanka

of 1 review
  • Starts/Ends Negombo/Negombo
  • Operator Tucan Travel
  • Next Departures Sep 29 Oct 27
From US$ 1,099 US$ 992 9 days
Highlights
  • Explore ruins and archaeological sites with local experts
  • Take in a lecture on Ayurvedic medicine by a local practitioner
  • Search out leopards at Wilpattu National Park

Take 11 unforgettable days to discover the exceptional island country of Sri Lanka. Explore Sigiriya... ... Read More

Discover Sri Lanka
G Adventures
Free Cancellation

Discover Sri Lanka

  • Starts/Ends Colombo/Wattala
  • Operator G Adventures
  • Next Departures Sep 11 Sep 25
From US$ 1,994 11 days

Sri Lanka - Tour Highlights and Travel Tips

The Nine Arches Bridge is a top thing to do while on a holiday to Sri Lanka
The train route on the Nine Arches Bridge is considered one of the most scenic routes in the world

Imagine walking among ruins that date back more than 2,000 years, followed the next day by a trip through the rainforest or a relaxing lie on a sandy beach. All of this is possible if you plan a holiday to Sri Lanka, an island country with incredibly diverse landscapes and a rich history. A trip to Sri Lanka will introduce you to welcoming people, eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, and tantalising dishes taking inspiration from Indonesian and Indian cuisine.

Tour Highlights

  • Experience the artwork of the Dambulla Buddha caves
  • Ride the train from Kandy to Ella (often called the world’s most scenic train route)
  • Watch for wild elephants at Uda Walawe National Park
  • See Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred fig tree that is over 2,200 years old
  • Climb Adam’s Peak, a sacred mountain in the heart of the jungle
  • Sip on green tea at a plantation in Ella

Travel Tips

  • Brush up on your history before visiting Sri Lanka. In particular, get familiar with the country’s civil war, which only ended in 2009. Be respectful as the country is still healing, and avoid engaging in political chat with a local.
  • Sri Lanka has only recently seen a huge leap in tourism, so some areas of the country are still unequipped for tourists. If travelling outside high tourist areas, be prepared for little English, unpaved roads, and fewer convenience stores.
  • Hygiene standards are much laxer than you are used to in Sri Lanka. To avoid food poisoning, skip the street food in favour of sit-down restaurants - and don’t drink the tap water. Check with your country’s travel authority about any recommended vaccinations, such as Hepatitis A, before travelling.
  • Wondering what kind of electric adapter you’ll need for Sri Lanka? You’ll actually need three! Three-pronged UK sockets, two-pronged European sockets, and rounded three-pronged sockets (used in India and Nepal) are all common in Sri Lanka.
  • Hoppers are the go-to snack in Sri Lanka, and they absolutely cannot be missed. Made of fermented batter (usually rice flour or sourdough), the bowl-shaped dish is pan-fried and served with curry, relish or an egg.

Sri Lanka has seasonal weather so please do check up on best time to visit Sri Lanka before planning your tour.

Sri Lanka Tour Reviews

4.7 - Excellent Based on 242 customer reviews
Discover Sri Lanka Premium Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka - Premium
5 - Excellent
“Beautiful and varied country with a lovely laid back and fascinating culture. The trip manages to combine a good mix of scenery, culture and history in a relaxed manner with outstanding food if you like moderately spicy curry. The logistics and transport were excellent. The hotels were superb except for one which we understand Exodus will not use in future.”
Lovely trip of Sri Lanka with a variety of activities Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka - Premium
4 - Very Good
“Lovely country, lovely people. Trip had good variety of culture, scenery, wildlife and walking/cycling/rafting. Fairly active trip but with times to relax. Group mixed well which made the trip more enjoyable. Hotels good except at Kitulgala. Drives not too long - able to spread out in coach (driver and mate really good).”
Discover Sri Lanka, premium holiday Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka - Premium
4 - Very Good
“Good trip. Covered all the main places of interest in Sri Lanka”
AILP-Discover Sri Lanka Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka - Premium
5 - Excellent
“A really varied tour with something for everyone - exactly as promised. Beautiful country, great people, delicious food (and if they say "hot", they mean it!).”
DISCOVER SRI LANKA Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka
5 - Excellent
“Yet another great holiday organised by Exodus.  It covered everything, despite the rain!”
Discover Sri Lanka : 16 April to 1st May Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka
5 - Excellent
“One of the best holidays I've taken. Everything went smoothly and this was in no small part due to our amazing leader Suresh, more of whom later. With it's great variety of destinations and activities you really feel that you get to see and appreciate the country without the travelling being too onerous. The coach was very comfortable with plenty of space for everyone, the driver brilliant, and we generally arrived at each hotel with enough time to relax and enjoy the facilities.”
Discover Sri Lanka 20 Feb- 8 Mar Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka
5 - Excellent
“A fascinating introduction to this beautiful country”
Wonderful and varied trip to Sri Lanka Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka
5 - Excellent
“We really enjoyed this trip which was well thought out and very varied. The hotels were generally of a good standard and some of them were positively luxurious. Most had pools which we enjoyed using. The guide and drivers were excellent and we had a big coach for 16 people so we were able to spread out when travelling. We saw an awful lot of different things but still had some free days and afternoons to relax or do our own thing.”
Thoroughly Enjoyable Holiday! Reviewed Tour: Discover Sri Lanka
5 - Excellent
“A well thought through trip agenda that gave us a great chance to see a wide variety of aspects of Sri Lankan life and culture. This covered wildlife, temples, tea plantations, city and village life, with several opportunities to meet Sri Lankan families. The trip was well supported by our tour leader and his team.”
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