Looking to see as much of Sri Lanka as possible and prefer fast pace private tours. Places of interest: Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave Temple, Drive through tea plantations, Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Elephant orphanage, scenic train and nine arches bridge. Do you offer custom tours for 1 person?

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Sacred Sri Lanka, Private Tour

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Start and end in Colombo

3.9 (12 reviews)

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It was an excellent tour which was way above my expectations. The tour contributed greatly to my knowledge of Sri Lanka.
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Gold Operator: Aitken Spence Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Colombo to Dambulla
Colombo to Dambulla
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Sorowwa Resort & Spa), Hotel 4* (Thilanka Hotel), Hotel 5* (Cinnamon Lodge)
Included Activities
- Airport meet and greet at Colombo International Airport
Day 2
Dambulla - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
Dambulla - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Sorowwa Resort & Spa), Hotel 4* (Thilanka Hotel), Hotel 5* (Cinnamon Lodge)
Included Activities
- Sigiriya Fortress climb and exploration
- Polonnaruwa ruins tour including Gal Viharaya, Audience Hall, Lotus Bath, King Parakramabahu statue, Shiva Temple, Lankathilake, Watadage, and Galpotha
Landmarks
Sigiriya Fortress
Polonnaruwa
Gal Viharaya
Day 3
Dambulla - Matale - Kandy
Dambulla - Matale - Kandy
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Oak Ray Heritage), Hotel 4* (Earls Regent), Hotel 5* (Earls Regency)
Included Activities
- Golden Temple of Dambulla visit
- Matale spice and herb garden visit with herbal tea
- Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens visit
- Cultural show featuring 12 folk and traditional dances, drum orchestra, and fire-walking performance
Landmarks
Golden Temple of Dambulla
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
Day 4
Kandy to Colombo
Kandy to Colombo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Grand Oriental Hotel), Hotel 5* (Cinnamon Grand), Hotel 4* (Radisson Colombo)
Included Activities
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic visit
- Colombo city tour including Pettah bazaar, Hindu temples, Buddhist temples, residential areas, and Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
Landmarks
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Pettah Bazaar
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
Day 5
Colombo
Colombo
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Sigiriya Fortress
Polonnaruwa
Gal Viharaya

Landmarks
Golden Temple of Dambulla
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens

Landmarks
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Pettah Bazaar
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

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Where You'll Stay

Sorowwa Resort & Spa
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 2
Thilanka Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2
Cinnamon Lodge
Hotel 5*
Days 1, 2
Oak Ray Heritage
Hotel 3*
day 3
Earls Regent
Hotel 4*
day 3
Earls Regency
Hotel 5*
day 3
Grand Oriental Hotel
Hotel 3*
day 4
Cinnamon Grand
Hotel 5*
day 4
Radisson Colombo
Hotel 4*
day 4

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Traveler Reviews

3.9

Overall rating based on 12 Reviews

Itinerary
3.9
Transport
4.2
Guide
3.9
Accommodation
3.8
Food
3.6
Tour Operator
4.5

AngelaMakowski5.0•April 2020
Wonderful Tour. Sri Lankan hospitality was amazing and people are super sweet. Thank you so much for everything....
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Traveled in January 2019
AJ4.0•November 2019
Good tour, good guide, but I would have chosen a different itinerary, if I did it again.
Traveled in November 2019
Reply from: Aitken Spence Travel
Dear AJ Slater, Many thanks for taking out your time to give us your feedback on the tour. We are hoping to see you in Sri Lanka again. Best Regards, Aitken spence Team
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KevinReed5.0•October 2019
It was an excellent tour which was way above my expectations. The tour guide contributed greatly to my knowledge of...
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Traveled in September 2019
SHARON3.5•February 2019
Very expensive for what you get.. essentially a driver and asked where we wanted to go.. our guide was brilliant but...
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Traveled in February 2019
Verushka2.5•February 2019
We did the most amazing tour of India with Intrepid a few weeks before this tour, so naturally we were going to...
We did the most amazing tour of India with Intrepid a few weeks before this tour, so naturally we were going to compare the two. This tour was just dismal though. Most of the items on the itinerary weren’t followed (we didn’t visit the temple at Dambulla - just took photos outside it... why?!) and everything was pretty average. Our guide Sanjaya was ok but when he had to leave us (due to car damage), his replacement never introduced himself and just wanted to take us shopping instead of showing us what’s good in Colombo. Too much driving around and overpromising on sights. The guides were a little “robotic” and I wished we’d have done an Intrepid tour instead! Don’t bother.Show more
Traveled in February 2019
Daniel2.5•February 2019
With a twin share of 1600.00 Australian the value for money wasn't in this tour. We had today for all entry fees an...
With a twin share of 1600.00 Australian the value for money wasn't in this tour. We had today for all entry fees an meals but breakfasts. Honestly the accomdation could of gotten it all for 400.00 over the 5 days an travel less then 200.00 for us both. All an all I wouldn't recommend this tour. We had a personal driver but it was over priced for having nothing but a driver an a place to sleep at night. Look at doing this yourself. The accomdstion we stayed in was valued at 60.00 per night average so twin share over 5 days it's not even 500.00 for 2. Just keep 9n scrolling this tour isn't worth half of what we paid.Show more
Traveled in February 2019
Lynsey4.5•November 2018
This was a fantastic tour! The Aitken Spence team in Colombo was great to work with - very courteous and patient, and...
This was a fantastic tour! The Aitken Spence team in Colombo was great to work with - very courteous and patient, and quick to answer all my questions. The guide, Tharindu (or Anu) was wonderful as well - very kind and accommodating, and very knowledgeable of Sri Lanka as well. I don’t think I would’ve been able to cover that much on my own. The only regret I have is not being able to climb Sigiriya as a result of the thunderstorm. I should also note that as a single female traveller I never felt uncomfortable or unsafe. I highly recommend this!Show more
Traveled in November 2018
Reply from: Aitken Spence Travel
Dear Lynsey, Many thanks for your wonderful feedback regarding the tour and the chauffeur guide. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to working with you again in the future! Thank you & Warm Regards, Aitken Spence Travels
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Kevin4.5•November 2018
Great fun...excellent guide. First class hotels except final night in colombo.
Traveled in November 2018
Reply from: Aitken Spence Travel
Dear Kevin, Many thanks for your wonderful feedback! We expect to see you in Sri Lanka soon! Warm Regards, Aitken Spence Team
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HENRIQUES5.0•May 2018
I had a number of places I wished to visit and these were all included in the tour with several additional places...
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Traveled in January 2018
Reply from: Aitken Spence Travel
Dear Henriques, Warm Greetings from Aitken Spence Travels. Mnay thanks for your wonderful feedback on your visit to Sri Lanka. Please keep in touch with us for your future travel. Aitken Spence Team
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Bill4.5•March 2018
Dambulla Cave Temples, Polonnaruwa and Minneriya National Park
Traveled in March 2018
Reply from: Aitken Spence Travel
Dear Mr. Styles Many thanks for your review and happy to note that you enjoyed the tour. We look forward of welcoming you once again to Sri Lanka Best regards Team Aitken Spence
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Looking to see as much of Sri Lanka as possible and prefer fast pace private tours. Places of interest: Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave Temple, Drive through tea plantations, Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Elephant orphanage, scenic train and nine arches bridge. Do you offer custom tours for 1 person?
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  Yes we do private tours and will be able to cover most of the mentioned sites below.

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