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Essentials of Sri Lanka (Free Upgrade Private tour for two paying clients or more available)

9 days
Start and end in Negombo
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Colombo

    Optional Activities

    • Evening visit to Colombo city
    • Visit Colombo Fort
    • Visit Lionel Wendt Theater
    • Visit Nawaragahala national theatre
    Landmarks
    Colombo Fort
    Lionel Wendt Theater
    Colombo Harbour
  2. Day 2

    Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sigiriya ancient castle and palace site
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya
  3. Day 3

    Polonnaruwa - Medirigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Polonnaruwa ancient kingdom ruins
    • Visit Medirigiriya site and ancient hospital complex
    Landmarks
    Polonnaruwa
    Medirigiriya
  4. Day 4

    Anuradhapura - Mihintale

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Anuradhapura ancient kingdom ruins
    • Visit Mihintale sacred mountain and Buddhist site

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Isurumouniya at Anuradhapura (additional USD 4 per person)
    • Visit Sri Maha Bodhi at Anuradhapura (additional USD 4 per person)
    Landmarks
    Anuradhapura
    Mihintale
  5. Day 5

    Dambulla - Matale - Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (Golden Temple)
    • Visit spice garden in Matale
    • Visit batik factory in Matale
    • Visit Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
    • Kandyan Dance show
    Landmarks
    Dambulla Cave Temple
    Temple of the Tooth
    Kandy Lake
  6. Day 6

    Peradeniya - Nuwara Eliya

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya
    • Visit tea plantation en-route to Nuwara Eliya
    Landmarks
    Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya
    Gregory's Lake
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  7. Day 7

    Ella - Buduruwagala - Udawalawe National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ella and scenic viewpoints
    • Visit Buduruwagala rock carvings
    • Half-day jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park
    Landmarks
    Ella Gap
    Ravana Ella Falls
    Little Adam's Peak
    Buduruwagala
    Udawalawe National Park
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  8. Day 8

    Galle - Negombo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Galle Dutch Fort
    • Visit Dutch Reformed Church in Galle
    • Explore Negombo Old Dutch Fort
    • Explore Negombo Roman Catholic churches
    Landmarks
    Galle Fort
    Unawatuna Beach
    Negombo Lagoon
  9. Day 9

    Negombo - Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

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Rating
4.8(4 reviews)
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Reviews from other tours by Acme Travels Sri Lanka

  • paula
    January 6th, 2026
    The communication with tour radar was excellent. The driver and guide were excellent. They were very punctual and...
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  • Russell
    April 2nd, 2025
    It was a great tour, taking in all main cultural sites plus and lots of national parks which is what we were looking...
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  • Felicity
    May 3rd, 2024
    Very good guide. Very helpful. Found the days long and although the hotels were of good quality often took a long...
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