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Splendours of Ceylon

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Start and end in Colombo
2.0 (3 reviews)
  • Ancient circular structure with dramatic clouds.
  • Temple illuminated at dusk, with reflecting pool.
  • Herd of elephants in a river during sunset.
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  • Iconic Sigiriya rock fortress towering above lush gardens and pathways
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Ancient Wonders
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Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 40
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (FAIRWAY COLOMBO HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Meeting

    Optional Activities

    • Group Dinner
  3. Day 2

    Colombo to Anuradhapura

    Colombo to Anuradhapura
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (HERITAGE HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Wilpattu National Park Safari
    Landmarks
    Wilpattu National Park
  4. Day 3

    Anuradhapura - Ritigala - Sigiriya

    Anuradhapura - Ritigala - Sigiriya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (ELEPHAS RESORT)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of ancient city of Anuradhapura
    • Learn about Sri Maha Bodhi tree
    • Hiking trek to Ancient Ritigala Monastery ruins
    • Summit views from Mt Ritigala
    Landmarks
    Anuradhapura
    Sri Maha Bodhi Tree
    Ritigala Monastery
    Mt Ritigala
  5. Day 4

    Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Minneriya National Park

    Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Minneriya National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (ELEPHAS RESORT)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ancient Kingdom of Polonnaruwa with local guide
    • Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites at Polonnaruwa
    • Visit Gal Viharaya (Rock Temple) with four colossal Buddha statues
    • Explore ancient palaces and royal baths at Polonnaruwa
    • Visit Minneriya National Park for elephant migration viewing
    Landmarks
    Polonnaruwa
    Gal Viharaya (Rock Temple)
    Minneriya National Park
  6. Day 5

    Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

    Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (ARALIYA RED HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple of Dambulla with guided tour
    • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy
    • Explore Kandy lakeside town, bazaars, arts & crafts centre, and fresh fruit and vegetable markets
    Landmarks
    Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple of Dambulla
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth
    Kandy Lake
  7. Day 6

    Nuwara Eliya

    Nuwara Eliya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (ARALIYA RED HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Trek across Horton Plains
    • Visit Bakers Falls
    • Visit World's End lookout
    • Jeep Safari across Horton Plains
    Landmarks
    Horton Plains National Park
    Bakers Falls
    World's End
  8. Day 7

    Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

    Nuwara Eliya to Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (FAIRWAY COLOMBO HOTEL)

    Included Activities

    • Tea Factory tour
    • Taste Ceylon Tea
    • Panoramic City Tour of Colombo
    • Visit Pettah open-air markets and bazaars
    • Visit Independence Square
    Landmarks
    Pettah
    Independence Square
    Colombo
  9. Day 8

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast

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What's Not Included

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Where You'll Stay

  • FAIRWAY COLOMBO HOTEL

    Hotel 4*
    Days 1, 7

  • HERITAGE HOTEL

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • ELEPHAS RESORT

    Hotel 4*
    Days 3, 4

  • ARALIYA RED HOTEL

    Hotel 5*
    Days 5, 6
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2.0
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  • Itinerary
    4.0
  • Transport
    4.0
  • Guide
    3.0
  • Accommodation
    3.5
  • Food
    3.0
  • Tour Operator
    4.7

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  • John4.0•October 2024
    Guide was great ! 2nd and third hotels need improvement. 2 hotels differed from itinerary.
    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Travel Talk
    Hi John, thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your guide on the Splendours of Ceylon trip! We appreciate your comments regarding the hotels and will take them into consideration as we strive to enhance our guests’ experiences. We hope to provide a 5-star experience in the future. Thank you for being a part of our adventure! All the best, Travel Talk Team
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  • dkekk1.0•June 2024
    I have just experienced my worst travel experience ever. I was at the arrival hall at 3 p.m., but the shuttle did not...
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  • Hossam1.0•May 2024
    This was by far the worst experience my wife and I had with an organized tour. Travel Talk hired an unlicensed...
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    Traveled in May 2024

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    Asked on December 30th, 2025

    are we too old for the sri lanks tour departing 4 April??

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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written December 2025

      The advertised age range suggests/denotes the average age range for the group. Our tours tend to be relatively fast-paced; if you're comfortable with the pace of the itinerary, you're more than welcome to join the tour!

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    Asked on April 29th, 2025

    Is this a tour for a big group? or is this a tour with just a car and driver and ourselves?

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      this is not a big group tour—it typically runs with a small group of around 3 to 7 passengers, offering a more personal and comfortable experience.

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      The single supplement currently costs A$822 extra on top of the tour price.

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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written December 2024

      The tour is operated in a group setting with set itineraries and scheduled departures, and sizes can vary based on bookings.

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    Tamara

    Asked on June 25th, 2024

    Is there a hotel I can stay at for my visa application?

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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written June 2024

      The first hotel is Fairway Colombo, but this is subject to change as final hotel details are confirmed closer to travel.

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    Steffen

    Asked on June 24th, 2024

    What is the process if I want to cancel my tour?

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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written June 2024

      Cancellation procedures will depend on the terms specified during booking, and it's advisable to check with customer service for specifics.

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    Robert

    Asked on June 2nd, 2024

    What should I do if I can't find the meeting point in Colombo?

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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written June 2024

      You can contact customer service or directly approach the hotel lobby for assistance in locating the meeting point.

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