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Private 8 Day Sri Lanka Cultural Heritage Tour with Guide

By Explore Ceylona
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,629 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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  • 8d
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  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Explore the island at your own leisure with a customisable itinerary and we may offer ideas for your accommodation.

Discover the enchanting beauty of Sri Lanka on our meticulously organised eight-day tour. Immerse yourself in the wonders of national parks, ancient historical sites, pristine beaches, and the picturesque hill country. Our expert guide will take care of all the arrangements, allowing you to fully enjoy your journey through this stunning island.
From the moment you arrive, you'll be warmly welcomed at the airport and swiftly transported to your first destination. Explore the iconic Sigiriya, the cultural treasures of Dambulla, the serene city of Kandy, the lush landscapes of Nuwara Eliya, the charming town of Ella, the wildlife-rich Yala National Park, the coastal paradises of Mirissa and Hikkaduwa, and much more.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure in Sri Lanka, where every detail is thoughtfully planned for your ultimate travel experience.

Activity location

  • Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
    • Kandy - Jaffna Highway
    • 21100, Dambulla, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
    • Kandy - Jaffna Highway
    • 21100, Dambulla, Sri Lanka

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Private 8 Day Sri Lanka Cultural Heritage Tour with Guide
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d8d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$1,628.59 x 1 AdultNZ$1,628.59
Total
Price is NZ$1,628.59
Until Mon, 25 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedYoga or Fitness session
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate driver
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide service
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedOther Exclusions (Flight Tickets/Visa Charges/Entrance tickets/Meals & Accommodation))

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant Seats available (Age 1-3)

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Airport to Sigiriya
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
welcome by our English-speaking guide from hotels at Colombo, any airport, or your pickup location, and drive to Sigiriya on the way to visit Dambulla Golden Cave Temple.
Minneriya National Park
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Evening Minneriya/Habarana, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco national parks 4x4 safari according to Elephant’s availability. (entrance tickets & Safari jeep charges not included) Overnight at Sigiriya Highlights of the day: Dambulla Golden cave temple; Eco national parks 4x4 Jeep Safari
Day 2: Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Pidurangala Rock
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Climbing Pidurangala Rock early in the morning to watch the sunrise and back to the hotel for breakfast.
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
  • 7h
  • Admission ticket not included
After breakfast, climb to Sigiriya Rock before sun become rough, which is suitable for pictures and climb to the top back to Sigiriya village tour (Sri Lankan traditional food taste experience, traditional cart tour, village boat tour, traditional food cooking experience with locals) or elephant ride experience in the middle of the jungle. after travelling to Polonnaruwa. overnight at Polonnaruwa. Highlight of the day: Pidurangala & Sigiriya rock climbs, Sigiriya village tour, or elephant ride; travel to Polonnaruwa.
Day 3: Polonnaruwa to Kandy
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Polonnaruwa Vatadage
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
After breakfast, visit the Polonnaruwa heritage site (historical places, ruins). After the visit, have lunch and travel to Kandy.
Kandy
  • 7h
Before that, while going to Kandy on the way, visit the Mathale Spice Garden (entrance free), the Gem Museum and Workshop (entrance free), shopping time (Sovnier), the Sri Lankan cultural & traditional dance show in Kandy (ticket show), and the night city walk in Kandy. Overnight in Kandy Highlights of the day: visit the Polonnaruwa heritage site, travel to Kandy, visit the Matale spice garden, visit the Gem museum and workshop, watch the Sri Lankan cultural & traditional dance show, and take a nighttime city walk in Kandy.
Day 4: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket not included
After breakfast, visit the Tooth Relic Temple, shop in Kandy (a souvenir), and then travel to Nuwara Eliya.
Nuwara Eliya
  • 8h
While travelling to Nuwara Eliya, on the way, visit Ramboda waterfall (a photo stop), a tea plantation, and a tea factory (entrance free). After that, the evening Gregory park visit *Overnight at Nuwara Eliya Highlights of the day: Tooth Relic Temple Visit, Shopping in Kandy, Travel to Nuwara Eliya, Ramboda Falls, a tea plantation and tea factory, and Gregory Park.
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya to Ella
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Ella
  • 7h
After breakfast, take the 9:15 train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella to take the gorgeous panoramic view train. During the high season, please be aware that there is only a 50% chance of securing train tickets due to high demand. Additionally, we can only confirm ticket availability one day before the scheduled train date. (We appreciate your understanding and flexibility with these constraints.)
Nine Arches Bridge
  • 1h
In the evening, visit "Nine arches Bridge." in Ella. overnight in Ella. Highlight of the day: train ride (7:30 h) from Nuwara Eliya to Ella; travel to Ella Nine Arch Bridge.
Day 6: Ella to Yala National Park or Udawalawa National Park
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Little Adam's Peak
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Early in the morning, climb to Little Adam's Peak to watch the sunrise, then visit Ravana in Ella Rock (zip line activity, optional), then travel to Yala National Park.
Yala National Park
  • 5h
while travelling to Yala on the way to Ravana Ella waterfall (photo stop), you have the option to choose between an exciting safari experience at either Yala National Park or Udawalawe National Park (entrance tickets & Safari jeep charges not include)
Mirissa
  • 3h
After finishing Yala or Udawalawa national park jeep safari, travel to Mirissa. overnight at Mirissa. Highlight of the day: Ella little Adam's peak hike, Yala or Udawalawa National park jeep safari, travel to Mirissa.
Day 7: Mirissa to Hikkaduwa
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Mirissa Beach
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Whales watch in the morning (6:00 AM) after breakfast, and snake farms visit.
Parrot Rock Bridge
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket not included
After lunch, visit Parrot Rock and do beach activities (Jet skiing, boat rides, Surfing, and scuba diving)
Coconut Tree Hill
  • 1h
In the evening, visit coconut tree hill (watch Amazing sunset)
Hikkaduwa
  • 3h
After visiting coconut tree hill, travel to hikkaduwa (optional) for a night walk in Hikkaduwa beach or Mirissa beach *overnight at Hikkaduwa or Mirissa Highlights of the day: Mirissa whales watching yacht tour, Snake Farm visit, Parrot Rock, Mirissa Beach, Coconut Tree Hill, travel to Hikkaduwa; night walk in Mirissa Beach.
Day 8: Hikkaduwa to Airport
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Galle
  • 5h
Depending on the flight time, we can cover below on the way to the airport, Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Centre, and later visit Galle Dutch Fort and the Madu River Boat Safari (The boat ride and entrance are not included in the package), Sri Lankan unique Seafood experience in Negombo (optional). Duration: 8 hours It’s time to say ‘Goodbye’ to Sri Lanka. You will be transferred to Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo or Negombo for your onward journey back home.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESDambulla Royal Cave Temple
    • Kandy - Jaffna Highway
    • 21100, Dambulla, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEDambulla Royal Cave Temple
    • Kandy - Jaffna Highway
    • 21100, Dambulla, Sri Lanka

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