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Sri Lanka Bucketlist: Temple, Tea & Highland Highs

14 days
Start and end in Colombo
4.8
4 traveler reviews

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Departure

  2. Day 2

    Arrival in Negombo

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Colombo airport to Negombo hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Negombo's old town with colonial architecture and canals
    • Watch the sunset over the water at a local beach
    Landmarks
    Negombo Harbor
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  3. Day 3

    Negombo to Dambulla

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Negombo fish market
    • Private transfer to Dambulla

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset hike to Pidurangala Rock (200 meters high) with guide - includes views of nearby Lion Rock
    Landmarks
    Negombo Fish Market
    Pidurangala Rock
    Lion Rock (Sigiriya)
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  4. Day 4

    Dambulla

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Dambulla wholesale market (five market halls with exotic fruit and local delicacies)
    • Hire a tuk tuk and climb Sigiriya Rock (rock fortress from Sri Lanka's royal era)
    Landmarks
    Dambulla Wholesale Market
    Sigiriya Rock
  5. Day 5

    Dambulla to Kandy

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer to Kandy
    • Guided visit to the Temple of the Tooth with observation of head monk's prayers

    Optional Activities

    • Full tour of the Temple of the Tooth exploring legends and traditions of Kandy
    Landmarks
    Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Kandy to Ella

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Kandy to Nanu Oya station
    • Train ride on the Highland Express from Nanu Oya to Ella
    • English-speaking driver-guide throughout

    Optional Activities

    • Stop to visit a tea factory and taste Ceylon tea on the way to Nanuoya
    Landmarks
    Nanu Oya Station
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  7. Day 7

    Ella

    Included Activities

    • Guided hike to Little Adam's Peak with tea plantation views
    • Visit to Nine Arches Bridge
    • Stop at Ravana Waterfalls
    • Stop at Ella Gap
    • English-speaking driver-guide throughout
    Landmarks
    Little Adam's Peak
    Nine Arches Bridge
    Ravana Waterfalls
    Ella Gap
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  8. Day 8

    Ella to Udawalawe National Park

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer to Udawalawe National Park
    • Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park with guide
    • Wildlife observation from vehicle
    Landmarks
    Udawalawe National Park
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  9. Day 9

    Udawalawe to Galle

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer to Galle

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Jungle Beach for swimming and beach relaxation
    Landmarks
    Jungle Beach
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  10. Day 10

    Galle

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Galle old town
    • Visit to Fort Galle (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Sunset beach experience
    Landmarks
    Fort Galle
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Galle

    Optional Activities

    • Free time for beach relaxation
    • Optional cocktails at a beachside venue
  12. Day 12

    Galle to Colombo

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Galle to Colombo

    Optional Activities

    • Guided street food tour in Colombo visiting best street food spots
    • Tastings of kottu and egg hoppers (at own expense)
    • Visit to Pilawoos 24/7 restaurant for Ice Milo
    Landmarks
    Pilawoos Restaurant
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Colombo Departure

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Colombo to airport
  14. Day 14

    Arrival Home

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    July 19th, 2024
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    Eine wunderbare Reise und im Gesamten eine tolle Erfahrung mit journaway. Die Organisation vor Ort hat super...
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    Traveled in April 2024
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    We are delighted that your trip with journaway was such a success and that you were able to experience unforgettable moments. It's even nicer to hear that everything was also super organized on site - that's exactly how it should be! Thank you for your recommendation - it really means a lot to us. We look forward to accompanying you on another adventure soon! Best regards, Renska from journaway
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    May 17th, 2024
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    For me, it was the right mix of culture and nature, activities and time to relax in beautiful surroundings. The...
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    Traveled in February 2024
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    Reply from: journaway DACH
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted that you found the right mix of culture, nature, activities and relaxation. We are pleased that the accommodation met your expectations and that you felt comfortable. It's great to hear that your wishes and needs were catered for during the tour, and that a second driver was even organized to facilitate different activities. We think it's great that you were very happy with Journaway and look forward to welcoming you back on one of our trips soon! Best regards, Rieke from journaway.
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    April 25th, 2024
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    The trip was perfectly thought out and planned from start to finish, from the warm welcome from our guide at the...
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    Traveled in March 2024
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    Reply from: journaway DACH
    Dear Michael, thank you so much for your fantastic review! It was a pleasure to accompany your trip and to hear that you enjoyed every moment. We are especially happy that you felt so comfortable in your travel group and were able to share your experiences in Sri Lanka with joy. Your words mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue creating great travel experiences. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Rieke from journaway.
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    March 22nd, 2024
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    Thank you very much for the great Sri Lanka trip. I am very satisfied with Journaway, travel preparation,...
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    Traveled in January 2024
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    Thank you very much for the great review. I am delighted that you are satisfied with our services. I look forward to your next travel booking. Best regards, Rieke from journaway.
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • 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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    • For any tour departing before June 4th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 4th, 2026, a minimum payment of 2% is required to confirm your booking with journaway DACH. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 50 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Who is travelling?

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