Classic Sri Lanka - 9 Days Tour by On The Go Tours

About the tour

Tour Type

Private

Minimum Participants

Age Requirement

18 - 80 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Easy

Starts

Ends

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Highlights

Polonnaruwa - Explore the remarkable ruins of the ancient capital city of Ceylon

Sigiriya - Climb to the top of the iconic 5th century Lion Rock fortress and see the Heavenly Maidens

Dambulla - Marvel at the magnificent rock cave temple

Kandy - Take in the highlights of Kandy including the famous Temple of the Tooth, enjoy a tuk tuk ride and watch a cultural performance

Matale - Learn all about Sri Lanka's herbs and spices at the spice gardens in Matale

Itinerary

Sri Lanka’s treasures await on this 9-day private tour, "Classic Sri Lanka." Explore ancient cities, spot elephants in the wild, meander through tea plantations, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. Designed for experienced travelers and seniors, this easy-paced sightseeing trip balances rich culture, wildlife encounters, and scenic beauty. Its standout feature lies in its expertly curated highlights—delivering the essence of Sri Lanka in a single, immersive journey.

Day 1Colombo

Day 2Sightseeing in Colombo

Day 3Dambulla and Polonnaruwa

Day 4Sigiriya and Kandy

Day 5Kandy sightseeing

Day 6Nuwara Eliya tea plantations

Day 7Udawalawe National Park

Day 8Ratnapura

Day 9Colombo

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What's Included

Accommodation

8 nights 4-5 star hotels and heritage properties

Meals

Breakfast daily and 1 dinner

Transport

An airport arrival transfer day 1 and a departure transfer day 9All transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

Guide

Escorted by a licensed English speaking chauffeur guide

Others

Touring - Colombo, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigariya, Matale, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Udawalawe NPJeep safari/game drive in Udawalawe National parkSpecialist local guides at some sites

Entrance

Entrance fees to all included sites

What's Excluded

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