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South Coast Sri Lanka Tour

14 days
Start and end in Colombo
4.5
326 traveler reviews

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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
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 10
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Colombo to Seeduwa

    Start point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Pick up location, Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Colombo.)
  2. Day 2

    Seeduwa to Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Negombo fish market
    • Sightseeing tour to Sigiriya rock fortress
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    Negombo Fish Market
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  3. Day 3

    Anuradhapura

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Day excursion to Anuradhapura
    • Visit Sri Maha Bodhi
    • Visit Brazen Palace
    • Visit Dagobas
    • Visit Ruwanwelisaya Monastery
    • Visit Abeygiri Monastery
    • Visit Jetawana Monastery
    • Visit rock-cut Buddha statues
    • Visit palace ruins
    • Visit Isurumuniya rock temple
    Landmarks
    Sri Maha Bodhi
    Brazen Palace
    Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba
    Abeygiri Monastery
    Jetawana Monastery
    Isurumuniya Rock Temple
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  4. Day 4

    Polonnaruwa

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing tour to Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    • Day excursion to Polonnaruwa
    • Visit Royal Palace
    • Visit Gal Vihare complex
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    Polonnaruwa Royal Palace
    Gal Vihare
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  5. Day 5

    Sigiriya to Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
    • Visit Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Aluviharaya Rock Cave Temple
    • Visit Fort Macdowall
    • Visit spice garden in Matale
    Landmarks
    Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
    Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs
    Aluviharaya Rock Cave Temple
    Fort Macdowall
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  6. Day 6

    Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Royal Botanical Garden
    • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    • Visit Old Royal Palace
    • Visit Sri Natha Devalaya Temple Square
    • Enjoy Kandy Lake
    • Enjoy Sri Lankan Cultural Performance
    Landmarks
    Royal Botanical Garden
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    Old Royal Palace
    Sri Natha Devalaya Temple
    Kandy Lake
  7. Day 7

    Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit tea plantations
    • Visit Nuwara Eliya golf course
    • Visit Gregory Lake
    • Visit Hindu temples in Nuwara Eliya
    • Visit tea factory and processing plant
    Landmarks
    Gregory Lake
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  8. Day 8

    Nuwara Eliya

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Nuwara Eliya town
    • Visit Nuwara Eliya marketplace
    • Visit Nuwara Eliya golf course
    • Visit Hill Club
    • Visit Seetha Eliya temple
    • Explore mountains and valleys
    • Explore waterfalls and tea plantations
    Landmarks
    Seetha Eliya Temple
  9. Day 9

    Nuwara Eliya to Kataragama

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ravana's Cave
    • Visit Rawana Falls
    Landmarks
    Ravana's Cave
    Rawana Falls
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  10. Day 10

    Yala National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive at Yala National Park
    • Afternoon safari and game drive at Yala National Park
    Landmarks
    Yala National Park
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  11. Day 11

    Kataragama to Galle

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kataragama Temple
    Landmarks
    Kataragama Temple
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  12. Day 12

    Galle

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mahamodara Sea Turtle Hatchery Centre
    • Visit Galle Dutch Fort
    • Visit Sri Sudharmalaya Buddhist Temple
    • Visit Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
    • Visit Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya
    • Visit Japanese Peace Pagoda
    • Visit Jungle Beach - Unawatuna
    Landmarks
    Galle Dutch Fort
    Mahamodara Sea Turtle Hatchery Centre
    Sri Sudharmalaya Buddhist Temple
    Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
    Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya
    Japanese Peace Pagoda
    Jungle Beach - Unawatuna
  13. Day 13

    Galle to Colombo

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gangaramaya Temple
    • Visit Independence Square
    • Visit Colombo National Museum
    • Visit Seema Malakaya
    • Visit Beira Lake
    Landmarks
    Gangaramaya Temple
    Independence Square
    Colombo National Museum
    Seema Malakaya
    Beira Lake
  14. Day 14

    Colombo to Airport

    End point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Drop off location, Hotel, Airport or any Convenient Point in Colombo.)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • Emily
    October 4th, 2025
    5
    We had an excellent time on this Sri Lanka tour. Colombo to the tranquil landscapes of Nuwara Eliya, every day...
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  • Pam
    September 29th, 2025
    5
    This trip through Sri Lanka was unforgettable. Sigiriya ancient rock fortress was the highlight, and Polonnaruwa...
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  • Oleg
    September 29th, 2025
    4
    This tour was a great and beautiful landscapes and amazing history. I loved Dambulla and Polonnaruwa ancient...
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    Asked on March 19th, 2025

    What type of accommodation is provided?

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      Our standard tours include 3-star hotel accommodation, but upgrades to 4-star and 5-star properties are available upon request.

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      You can make payments using major credit cards, bank transfers, or online payment platforms. Please refer to our payment terms for detailed instructions.

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      It is advisable to book your tour at least a few weeks in advance to ensure availability and to secure your preferred dates.

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    Do you offer flights from Kathmandu to Colombo?

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      Yes, we offer flights from Kathmandu to Colombo. Please let us know your intended travel dates so we can provide further details.

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    Is travel insurance included in the tour price?

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      Travel insurance is not automatically included in the tour price. We strongly recommend purchasing insurance before your trip. You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for assistance in selecting a suitable plan.

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    Jade

    Asked on January 12th, 2024

    Could you please list the hotels we stay at for this tour. Thank you. South coast of Shri Lanka tour, for Oct or Nov 2024 flexible dates as retired.

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    • UncleSam HolidaysOperatorWritten January 2024

      List of Hotel:

      Hotel Amora Lagoon - Seeduwa
      Hotel Sundaras Resort & Spa - Dambulla
      Hotel Sandriana Lake View - Kandy
      Hotel Heaven Seven - Nuwara Eliya
      Hotel Chenra Hotel - Kataragama
      Hotel Fort Sapphire - Galle
      Hotel The Ocean - Colombo

      Also if you would like to upgrade the tour to 4 Star and 5 Star hotels we can do this.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Sri Lanka. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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