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The Royal Route – Winter Heritage & Nature Expedition|15 days

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Colombo to Negombo

    Start point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo Airport Arrival Terminal , 05:00 - 11:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Dutch Canal
    • Visit Angurukaramulla Temple
    • Walking around beach area with sunset view
    • Seafood dinner at beachfront restaurant
    Landmarks
    Dutch Canal
    Angurukaramulla Temple
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  2. Day 2

    Negombo to Anuradhapura

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Negombo Fish Market
    • Visit Yapahuwa rock fortress
    Landmarks
    Negombo Fish Market
    Yapahuwa
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  3. Day 3

    Anuradhapura

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ruwanwelisaya
    • Visit Isurumuniya Temple
    • Visit Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
    • Visit Jethawanaramaya Stupa
    • Visit Thuparama Dagoba
    • Visit Abhayagiri Dagaba
    • Visit Kuttam Pokuna
    • View Moonstone (Sandakada Pahana)
    • View Samadhi Statue
    • Visit Vessagiriya Ruins
    • Visit Abhayagiri Museum
    Landmarks
    Ruwanwelisaya
    Isurumuniya Temple
    Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
    Jethawanaramaya Stupa
    Thuparama Dagoba
    Abhayagiri Dagaba
    Kuttam Pokuna
    Sandakada Pahana (Moonstone)
    Samadhi Statue
    Vessagiriya Ruins
    Abhayagiri Museum
  4. Day 4

    Anuradhapura to Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am at Mihintale)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Mihintale
    • Visit Stone Bridge
    • Visit Ritigala monastery
    Landmarks
    Mihintale
    Stone Bridge
    Ritigala monastery
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  5. Day 5

    Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am at Polonnaruwa ancient city)

    Included Activities

    • Bicycle tour of Polonnaruwa ancient city

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Minneriya National Park
    • Ayurvedic herbal massage and spa treatment
    Landmarks
    Polonnaruwa
    Minneriya National Park
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  6. Day 6

    Sigiriya to Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am at Sigiriya)

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Sigiriya Rock fortress
    • Hiriwadunna village cart journey and canoe ride
    • Local lunch at Hiriwadunna village with cooking demonstration
    • Visit Dambulla cave temple
    • Visit Nalanda Gedige
    • Visit Spice & Herbal Garden
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    Dambulla Cave Temple
    Nalanda Gedige
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  7. Day 7

    Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 08:00 - 09:00am at Royal Botanical Gardens)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Royal Botanical Gardens
    • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    • Visit Kandy viewpoint
    • Visit Kandy Market
    • Visit Gemological Museum and workshop
    • Watch Kandy cultural dance performance
    Landmarks
    Royal Botanical Gardens (Peradeniya)
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
  8. Day 8

    Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 08:00 - 09:00am)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Spice & Herbal Garden

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Gadaladeniya Rajamaha Viharaya
    • Visit Embekke Devalaya
    • Visit Ramboda Falls
    • Visit tea factory
    • Visit Sita Amman Temple
    • Visit Gregory's Lake
    • Visit local highland market
    Landmarks
    Gadaladeniya Rajamaha Viharaya
    Embekke Devalaya
    Ramboda Falls
    Sita Amman Temple
    Gregory's Lake
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  9. Day 9

    Nuwara Eliya to Ella

    Meals
    Breakfast (Takeaway breakfast at hotel 05:00am before 06:00am departure)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Horton Plains National Park and World's End viewpoint
    • Visit Baker's Fall
    • Local train journey from Nanu-Oya to Ella
    Landmarks
    Horton Plains National Park
    World's End
    Baker's Fall
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  10. Day 10

    Ella

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ella Gap
    • Visit Rawana Falls (Ravana Ella)
    • Explore cave of gold behind the falls
    • Trek to Hunuman Temple
    • Trek to Little Adam's Peak
    • Trek to Ella Rock
    • Ella mega zipline adventure
    • Visit Demodara Bridge (9 Arch)
    Landmarks
    Ella Gap
    Rawana Falls (Ravana Ella)
    Hunuman Temple
    Little Adam's Peak
    Ella Rock
    Demodara Bridge (9 Arch)
  11. Day 11

    Ella to Yala

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am)

    Optional Activities

    • Trek Little Adam's Peak
    • Visit Rawana Falls
    • Visit Buduruwagala ancient temple
    • Safari at Yala National Park
    Landmarks
    Little Adam's Peak
    Rawana Falls
    Buduruwagala
    Yala National Park
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  12. Day 12

    Yala to Mirissa

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sithulpawwa rock temple
    • Visit Dondra Head Lighthouse
    Landmarks
    Sithulpawwa Rock Temple
    Dondra Head Lighthouse
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  13. Day 13

    Mirissa

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 07:00 - 09:00am)

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at Mirissa beach
    • Water sports (surfing, snorkeling)
    • Whale and dolphin watching from beach
  14. Day 14

    Mirissa

    Meals
    Breakfast (Takeaway breakfast for 06:00am departure)

    Optional Activities

    • Whale and dolphin watching excursion
    • Relax at beach
    • Water sports (surfing, snorkeling)
  15. Day 15

    Mirissa to Colombo

    End point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo airport departure terminal , 17:00 - 22:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at 08:00 - 09:00am)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit stilt fisherman's village
    • Visit Galle Fort
    • Boat ride on Madu River
    • Visit turtle hatchery
    Landmarks
    Galle Fort
    Madu River

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    4.5
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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    March 31st, 2025
    The staff went above and beyond to make this trip an exceptional journey for us. Regarding the hotels, considering...
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  • R
    April 23rd, 2023
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    We will be back again! Thanks for the great tour and the super care we got from Ruwan our driver, guide, organizer,...
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    Reply from: showlanka tours
    Dear Mrs Silke, Ruwan said that you all are very understanding and good people and you are a very brave woman. Mr,Ralf and Mia always supported him to fulfil his duty for 15 days. Thank you for very value reviews. Best regards from Ruwan and Nimali showlanka team. Thank you again.
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  • The Royal Route – Winter Heritage & Nature Expedition|15 days reviewer 3
    February 24th, 2023
    The hotels were nice. The last Hotel was very poor but our guide was able to correct it with a new hotel across the...
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    Traveled in January 2023
    Reply from: showlanka tours
    Dear Mr,Jeson We believe that your Sri Lankan tour will be a very pleasant one as your guide informed. You went to different places in different parts of Sri Lanka for 15 days and he worked to provide you the best possible services by making minor changes as per your needs. It became clear. Also, based on his prompt information about the Mirissa Hotel, we were able to provide you with a very high quality hotel within a few minutes, which is worth more than what you paid for us. We express our deep regret if there was any inconvenience for a few minutes and thank you very much for choosing us for your Srilanka vacation. Nimali Tour co-ordinator showlanka team
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    What are the transport options available during the tour?

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      Various transport options are provided, including private vehicles for transfers and tours.

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    Asked on October 29th, 2024

    Do I need a visa to travel to Sri Lanka?

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      Yes, travelers usually require a visa to enter Sri Lanka, which can be obtained online.

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      Yes, payments can typically be made using major credit cards.

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      It's best to pack light, breathable clothing along with any necessary travel essentials.

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      Some excursions may incur additional costs that are not included in the base tour price.

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      If your flight arrives late, arrangements can be made for different pick-up options.

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      Yes, solo travelers may incur a single supplement fee, but specific arrangements can be discussed.

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      The best way is usually to arrange for a hotel transfer that can take you directly to the airport.

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    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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