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North & East Highlights Sri lanka 12 Days [Comfort "Summer"]

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From Negombo to Colombo
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Italian
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Negombo

    Start point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo Airport Arrival Terminal , 04:00 - 07:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Negombo Fish Market (second largest in Sri Lanka)
    • Explore Dutch Canal historic waterways
    • Visit Agurukaramulla Temple with Buddha statue and dragon entrance
    • Explore Negombo Lagoon
    Landmarks
    Negombo Fish Market
    Dutch Canal
    Agurukaramulla Temple
    Negombo Lagoon
  2. Day 2

    Negombo to Anuradhapura

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Yapahuwa ancient Rock Buddhist Temple
    • Explore Anuradhapura Ancient city
    Landmarks
    Yapahuwa Ancient Rock Buddhist Temple
    Anuradhapura Ancient City
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Anuradhapura to Jaffna

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mihintale Ancient Rock
    Landmarks
    Mihintale Ancient Rock
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Jaffna - Delft Island excursion

    Meals
    Breakfast (Take away Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Day tour to Delft Island
    • Visit Nagadeepa Purana Vihara ancient Buddhist temple

    Optional Activities

    • Bathe at Casuarina Beach
    Landmarks
    Delft Island
    Nainathivu (Nagadeepa Island)
    Nagadeepa Purana Vihara
    Casuarina Beach
  5. Day 5

    Jaffna

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
    • Explore Point Pedro
    • Visit King Sangiliyan's Statue
    • Explore Jaffna Fort
    • Visit Jaffna Library
    • Shopping in Jaffna city
    Landmarks
    Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
    Point Pedro
    King Sangiliyan's Statue
    Jaffna Fort
    Jaffna Library
  6. Day 6

    Jaffna to Trincomalee

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast)
    Landmarks
    Nilaveli Beach
    Uppuveli Beach
  7. Day 7

    Nilaveli or Uppuveli Beach

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Relax at beach hotel
    Landmarks
    Nilaveli Beach
    Uppuveli Beach
  8. Day 8

    Trincomalee - Dolphins & Whales watching excursion

    Meals
    Breakfast (Take away Breakfast at 05.30 am)

    Included Activities

    • Boat tour watching whales and dolphins
    • Pigeon Island Coral Reef National Park visit
    • Snorkeling
    • Marble Beach visit
    • Sunset viewing
    • Visit Koneswaram Temple
    Landmarks
    Pigeon Island Coral Reef National Park
    Marble Beach
    Koneswaram Temple
  9. Day 9

    Trincomalee to Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am), Lunch (Local lunch at Hiriwadunna village)

    Included Activities

    • Hiriwadunna village cart journey and canoe ride
    • Local cooking demonstration and lunch

    Optional Activities

    • Minnariya National Park safari (elephant watching)
    • Ayurvedic herbal massage (Spa)
    Landmarks
    Hiriwadunna Village
    Minnariya National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Sigiriya to Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple complex
    • Spice & Herbal Garden tour
    • Kandy cultural dance show
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    Dambulla Cave Temple
    Spice & Herbal Garden
  11. Day 11

    Kandy to Colombo

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    • Explore Royal Botanical Garden Peradeniya
    • Visit Kandy Viewpoint
    • Explore Kandy Market and shopping

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (elephant feeding and bathing)
    Landmarks
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden
    Kandy Viewpoint
    Kandy Market
    Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  12. Day 12

    Colombo - Departure

    End point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo airport departure terminal , 13:00 - 23:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07.00 – 09.00 am)

    Included Activities

    • Colombo city tour
    • Visit National Museum
    • Visit Galle Face Green
    • Explore Fort district
    • Visit Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple
    • Visit St. Anthony's Shrine
    • Shopping in Colombo
    Landmarks
    National Museum
    Galle Face Green
    Fort District
    Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple
    St. Anthony's Shrine

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    4.3
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
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    October 20th, 2025
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    October 18th, 2025
    The trip was simply fantastic. I was lucky enough to be alone with my driver, and he showed me the highlights of Sri...
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    Charles

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    Who will pick up the travelers from the airport arrival terminal?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      Warmly welcome by our Airport representative on arrival terminal in the airport & He will be introducing your dedicated chauffeur/Guide for the whole tour and they will be hanging a board written with your name for recognition.

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    Rita

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    If my flight gets delayed, how do I catch my taxi?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      We will take appropriate measures so that you are not inconvenienced in case by sending a Whatsapp message to 0094779144664 urgently.

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    Dana

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    If my travel dates are exceeded, is my airport transfer still free?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      The airport transfer is your final destination at the time of schedule and if you choose a different date for which you will not arrive the same date at the airport due to any event, an additional fee will be charged.

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    Jenny

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    If my travel dates are exceeded, how much is the cost per day for my accommodation?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      Charges for additional accommodation will depend on the hotel categories you wish to stay in. We will work to provide the relevant facilities upon your request.

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    Renee

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    How do I change my itinerary during my journey?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      You cannot change the itinerary that you have already agreed upon. But, you can change your pre chosen sightseeings in the itinerary according to your preferences. Furthermore, if you wish to stay at the hotel premises reserved for you in destination B instead of staying at the hotel premises reserved for you in destination "A", the hotel charges at destination "A " will not be refunded to you.

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    Heidi

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    What are the best network connections in Sri Lanka covering all locations ?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      To name a few of the network providers in Sri Lanka, Dialog, Mobitel, Airtel and Hutch are well known. Sri Lanka's most popular and largest network providing partner is dialog. But what is more appropriate for a traveller, as of the best coverage is Hutch. On arrival, travellers can buy sim cards from the counters in the airport according to their preference.

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    Sylvia

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    How much does food cost and is it too spicy?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      From a standard restaurant, lunch/dinner buffet or an ala carte can be bought for around 10$-12$. Rice along with Sri Lankan cuisines are available in plenty of shops much cheaper than standard restaurants but those are too spicy.

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    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    Can I pay foreign currency for archaeological sites and national parks entrances?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      Major archaeological sites such as Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura accept foreign currency and all national parks only accept Sri Lankan currency. So you can avoid inconveniences by having both currencies with you.

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    Vicki

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    What is the best place to change my foreign currency?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      Mainly you can change from any bank at the airport arrival terminal and authorized agencies in major cities.

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    Becky

    Asked on September 1st, 2023

    Can I use my credit or debit cards for local sites?

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    • showlanka toursOperatorWritten September 2023

      It is very difficult. Card payments cannot be made at any local sites controlled by the government agencies. For example, Elephant Orphanage/National parks, Sigiriya fortress etc. Card payments can only be made at certain stations for tourism activities promoted by private agencies. The best way is keeping cash on hand.

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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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