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Splendours of Ceylon (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

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Start and end in Colombo
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Safari
Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
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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
Group Size 4 - 40
Ages 18-59
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Fairway Colombo), Hotel 4* (Fairway Colombo or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Meeting

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Colombo
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  2. Day 2

    Wilpattu National Park

    Wilpattu National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Palm Garden Village), Hotel 4* (Heritage Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

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

    Anuradhapura - Ritigala - Sigiriya

    Anuradhapura - Ritigala - Sigiriya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Elephas Resort or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Anuradhapura Sightseeing
    • Transfer to Ritigala Monastery
    • Ritigala Monastery Trek

    Optional Activities

    • Snack or Lunch at en-route stop (at your own expense)
    Landmarks
    Anuradhapura
    Sri Maha Bodhi Tree
    Ritigala Monastery
    Mt Ritigala
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  4. Day 4

    Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Minneriya National Park

    Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Minneriya National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Amaara Forest Hotel), Hotel 4* (Elephas Resort or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing of Polonnaruwa Ancient City
    • Minneriya National Park
    Landmarks
    Polonnaruwa Ancient City
    Gal Viharaya (Rock Temple)
    Minneriya National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

    Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Araliya Red Hotel), Hotel 4* (Araliya Red Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Dambulla Royal Cave Temple Sightseeing
    • Dambulla Golden Temple Sightseeing
    • Kandy Temple of the Sacred Tooth Sightseeing
    • Kandy Lakeside Town Exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping at Kandy bazaars
    • Browse arts and crafts centre in Kandy
    • Explore fresh fruit and vegetable markets in Kandy
    Landmarks
    Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth
    Kandy
    Nuwara Eliya
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Nuwara Eliya - Horton Plains - Nuwara Eliya

    Nuwara Eliya - Horton Plains - Nuwara Eliya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Araliya Red Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Horton Plains Trekking (approx. 9 km)
    • Bakers Falls viewing
    • World's End lookout viewing

    Optional Activities

    • Free time exploration of Nuwara Eliya countryside in late afternoon
    Landmarks
    Horton Plains National Park
    Bakers Falls
    World's End
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  7. Day 7

    Tea Plantations and Colombo

    Tea Plantations and Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Fairway Colombo), Hotel 4* (Fairway Colombo or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Tea Plantation Tour
    • Tea Factory Visit
    • Ceylon Tea Tasting
    • Colombo Panoramic City Tour
    • Pettah Markets and Bazaars Visit
    • Independence Square Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping for souvenirs and designer goods
    • Explore Colombo
    Landmarks
    Colombo Racecourse
    Pettah
    Independence Square
  8. Day 8

    Colombo to Departure

    Colombo to Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Colombo

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Fairway Colombo

    Hotel 4*
    Days 1, 7

  • Fairway Colombo or similar

    Hotel 4*
    Days 1, 7

  • Palm Garden Village

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • Heritage Hotel or similar

    Hotel 4*
    day 2

  • Elephas Resort or similar

    Hotel 4*
    Days 3, 4

  • Amaara Forest Hotel

    Hotel 5*
    day 4

  • Araliya Red Hotel

    Hotel 5*
    day 5

  • Araliya Red Hotel or similar

    Hotel 4*
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Traveler Reviews

2.0
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  • Itinerary
    4.0
  • Transport
    4.0
  • Guide
    3.0
  • Accommodation
    3.5
  • Food
    3.0
  • Tour Operator
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  • J
    October 30th, 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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    June 12th, 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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  • H
    May 13th, 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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    Andrea

    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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    Katherine

    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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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written April 2025

      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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    Daniel

    Asked on February 27th, 2025

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      The itinerary will be provided upon confirmation of booking, detailing specific locations and activities for each day.

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    Andrea

    Asked on February 5th, 2025

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    • Travel TalkOperator•Written February 2025

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

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      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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      For any specific concerns regarding safety and tour precautions, you can ask during the booking process or contact customer support.

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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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    • 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.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Travel Talk will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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