Picturesque Solo Sri Lanka Tour

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7 daysDuration

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22 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

Negombo, Sri Lanka

Ends

Wadduwa, Sri Lanka

Highlights

Discover Negombo's beauty while discovering the world's best cinnamon aroma

Unearth Dambulla Cave Temple's rich history, Sri Lanka's largest cave temple complex

Explore a scenic garden, learning about healing Matale spices and cultivating aromatic herbs

Relax on Wadduwa's golden beaches, explore beautiful waters & savor delicious local cuisine

Roam Galle's streets, blending Dutch-European and South Asian architectural charmle

Itinerary

This fascinating of Sri Lanka will guide you through the most beautiful scenery and fascinating landmarks in the South Asian country has to offer! Begin your trip in the city of Negombo, known for its beautiful beaches and abundant supply of cinnamon. Continue your journey to Dambulla, where you may explore the Dambulla Cave Temple. This is a legendary 2000-year-old rock cave temple that was named a World Heritage Site in 1991 and is the largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in the country! From there you will travel to the mountainous city of Kandy, with an en-route stop in Matale. Here you will visit the aromatic spice garden and discover the healing properties of the local spices. Once you arrive in beautiful Kandy, you may explore the city along with its well-known gem museum and fresh markets. Embark on an optional tour to the legendary Temple of the Tooth to see a relic of Lord Buddha or experience the fine culture of Sri Lanka with a fun night of entertainment at the cultural show! Discover some of the best beaches in Sri Lanka as you travel to Wadduwa, a breathtaking coastal town with crystal-blue waters. End your journey with a couple of days in this beautiful paradise before you fly back home!

day 1 - Colombo Arrival - Negombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Negombo. Begin your journey with a tour of the coastal city (depending on your flight’s arrival time). Negombo is recognized as the cinnamon hub from the ages of Dutch, Portuguese, and British Colonization. Their cinnamon is famous for being the best and most abundant in the world! As you discover the beautiful beaches and incredible lagoon watch how Negombo dishes out some of the best lobsters, prawns, and crabs found in the country. Grab your kiteboards for an enchanting fly over the crashing waves. Enjoy the active nightlife and Western rhythms that Negombo has to offer, from its local bars, disco bars, and vibrant clubs.

Overnight in Negombo

day 2 - Negombo – Dambulla

After a delicious breakfast, you will be transferred north to Dambulla. Situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, Dambulla is a large town in the Matale District. Explore this ancient city with its deep roots in history and discover its best legendary 2000-year-old landmark “Dambulla Cave Temple”, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fascinating site is known to be the best-preserved and largest cave temple complex in the country. The areas surrounding the cave complex are full of religious statues and murals and boasts the most extensive rose quartz mountain ranges in South Asia. We recommend embarking on an optional tour of the Dambulla Cave Temple. We also suggest heading on the optional tour of the 25-acre Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. Here you may spread the love to elephants of all walks of life and observe their daily routine!

Overnight in Dambulla

day 3 - Dambulla

Begin your morning with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Dambulla or discover one of our optional tours.

Overnight in Dambulla

Optional: En Route Visit of Dambulla Cave Temple
Treasured by many kings since the 1st century BC, the historic city of Dambulla is waiting to be explored! Discover the unique rock template houses and five of the most magnificent caves in the golden temple of Dambulla. Ponder the ancient paintings along the walls which shelter more than 150 statues of Lord Buddha. You will discover the gigantic Buddha statue glittering in gold as you enter the retreat.

day 4 - Dambulla – Matale – Kandy

After breakfast, we will travel to Kandy via Matale, an agricultural zone in the central province. Matale is home to various crops including tea, rubber, vegetables, and spices of many kinds. Enjoy a break by the side of the spice garden to discover the therapeutic values and benefits of their unique spices and processes over a cup of herbal tea! Upon arriving in Kandy, you may enjoy a stroll across the small lakeside town as you discover the City Centre cradled among the misty hills. Discover world-class brands, a fascinating bazaar, an arts and crafts center, and a gem museum and lapidary. Walk-in color as you discover the fresh fruits and vegetables of the Kandy Market. Fine-tune your evening by moving to the beat of the traditional music and drumming amplified by a cultural show, enhancing the rich and vibrant culture of Sri Lanka (not included in the tour: available at an additional cost). You will get the opportunity to experience an ancient Kandyan legacy at the Temple of Sacred Tooth, a relic of Lord Buddha (not included in the tour, available at an additional cost), before returning to the hotel.

Overnight in Kandy

Optional: Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit the massive column of rock (over 200 meters or 656 ft tall) situated in the northern Natalen district of Sri Lanka. This well-preserved site is one of the earliest examples of ancient urban planning and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Step through the gigantic “Lion Paws” overlooking the symmetrical royal gardens to discover the splendor that once dominated this rock fortress. Surrounded by ramparts and moats, the Lion Rock, resembling the mythological “City of Gods”, is coated by incredible frescoes. These relate to the Gupta-style paintings found in the Ajanta Caves of India.

Optional: Visit Polonnaruwa Cultural Site
Polonnaruwa, the second historic capital of Sri Lanka, was built in the 11th and 12th centuries AD and remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you will see the ruins of the Royal Palace, the Gal Viharaya, where four extraordinary statues of the Buddha carved out of rock can be seen in their 'upright', 'sedentary' and 'recumbent' positions. Discover the magnificent Audience Hall, the incredible Lotus Bath, the statue of King Parakramabahu, and the Parakrama Samudraya — a lake built by King Parakramabahu the Great. There are many other famous places of worship to discover, such as the Shiva Temple, the Lankathilaka, and the Watadage. Uncover the Galpotha, the Kiri Vehera and the remains of the former Temple of the Tooth Relic.

day 5 - Kanndy – Wadduwa

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Wadduw, a scenic coastal village with picturesque scenery. Prepare to be mesmerized by this quiet fishing town on the Southwest Sri Lankan Coast. Take a stroll in paradise along the glowing golden beaches, crystal-clear ocean waters, and never-ending palm trees. Feel free to jump in the water, partake in beach sports such as windsurfing or volleyball, or meet with local fishermen to learn about their catch of the day! At your leisure, you may also embark on picturesque train rides or visit the bustling capital city of Colombo that is only 30 km (18miles) away.

Overnight in Wadduwa

Optional: Temple of Tooth, Kandy
The Temple of the Tooth in the ancient capital of Kandy is a magnificent magnet for pilgrims and tourists. This is the most visited temple in Sri Lanka and is the only template in the world with a tooth relic of Buddha himself!

Optional: Cultural Show in Kandy
This evening enjoy a cultural show with traditional music and drumming.

day 6 - Wadduwa – Galle – Wadduwa

After breakfast, you will travel south to the city of Galle. This is an extraordinary Southern capital and the best example of a walled city built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. Galle offers an abundance of classic Dutch architecture in a tropical setting, which creates a vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking scenery. As you enter the old city gates of this World Heritage Site, you will come across numerous grand colonial houses, boutique shops, and beautiful beaches on the outskirts. Take a stroll along the haunted Dutch streets as you listen to the creaks of wooden saloon doors and discover how European architecture mixes with South Asia. As you walk through the fort you will see the old gates, carrying the British Coat of Arms. Continuing your journey, you will discover the oldest lighthouse in the area, standing at 18 feet tall. This incredible monument is next to the magnificent Point Utrecht Bastion, where you will find panoramic views of the breathtaking South Indian Ocean.

Overnight in Wadduwa

day 7 - Wadduwa – Colombo -

After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport to prepare for your flight home.

Optional: Cruise on the Madu River
Experience a cruise in a canopied, outboard motor-powered boat. Boat safari along the river is a relaxing trip with plenty of interesting stops. Cut through the clear water of Madu River - a lifeline of Balapitiya - and head towards Kotu Duwa, the small island housing a temple that dates to ancient Sinhalese kings. Or, sail through tunnels of shady mangroves swaying alongside Madu River - hiding an ecological treasure - to witness the tranquility of this bio-diversity hot spot which boasts of reptiles, mollusks and over 70 species of freshwater fish, abundance birds such as Kingfisher, Hawk-Eagle, and Comarans.

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Accommodation

06 nights accommodation on a single occupancy basis at listed superior hotel or similar

Meals

Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel

Transport

All Transportation in an AC deluxe vehicle

Guide

English-speaking tour guide

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All Sightseeing as per the itineraryCity tours of Negombo, Kandy, and GalleVisit the Spice GardenAll local applicable taxes

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