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Sri Lanka Highlights Explorer - 6 days

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6 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
24 peopleMaximum group size
2 peopleMinimum to book
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Highlights

Sigiriya – Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy an authentic village experience with a tractor ride, canoe journey, cooking demonstration and traditional lunch

Polonnaruwa – Explore the ruins of Sri Lanka's ancient second capital, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with royal palaces, temples and remarkable Buddha statues

Kandy – Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and experience a colourful Kandyan cultural dance performance

Nuwara Eliya – Tour a tea plantation and factory to learn about Ceylon tea production before boarding one of the world's most scenic train journeys to Ella

Yala National Park – Embark on a private jeep safari in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears and an incredible variety of wildlife

Itinerary

Discover the very best of Sri Lanka on this 6-day journey through the Cultural Triangle, scenic hill country and southern wilderness. Explore ancient UNESCO World Heritage Sites, enjoy a spectacular train journey to Ella, visit a tea plantation and experience an exciting safari in Yala National Park.

day 1Welcome

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you'll be met and transferred to Sigiriya. Check in your hotel before enjoying the rest of the day at leisure to relax and settle into your surroundings.

OverNight
Sigiriya

day 2Sigiriya Rock & Polonnaruwa

day 3Dambulla Rock Cave & Kandy Sightseeing

day 4Tea Plantation and Train to Ella

day 5Yala National Park

day 6Goodbye

What's Included

Accommodation
5 nights in 4-star hotels
Meals
Breakfast daily & 1 lunch
Transport
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 6All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles
Guide
Escorted by a licensed English-speaking chauffeur guide
Others
Guided sightseeing - Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Matale, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella & Yala National ParkScenic train journey from Nanu Oya to EllaSigiriya village experience including tractor ride, canoe journey and cooking demonstrationTea plantation and factory visit with Ceylon tea tastingPrivate jeep safari in Yala National Park
Entrance
Entrance fees to all included sites and experiences

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