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Premium Sri Lanka

9 days
From Negombo to Colombo
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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 1 - 12
Ages 15+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Negombo

    Negombo
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner with traditional Sri Lankan cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer from Bandaranaike International Airport to Negombo hotel
    • Welcome meeting with local leader and group
    • Welcome dinner with traditional Sri Lankan cuisine and complimentary cocktails

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation
    • Walk around Negombo surroundings
    Landmarks
    Bandaranaike International Airport
  2. Day 2

    Negombo - Kurunegala - Dambulla

    Negombo - Kurunegala - Dambulla
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Ridi Vihara shrine visit and cultural experience
    • Exploration of Buddhist cave temple with Buddha statues
    • Learning about ancient traditions including palm leaf writing, wood and stone carving
    Landmarks
    Ridi Vihara
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Dambulla

    Dambulla
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local house)

    Included Activities

    • Sigiriya (Lion Rock) visit and climb with guided commentary
    • Pottery making experience in Muriya Kadawala village
    • Local herbal drink tasting and traditional sweet treats
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya
    Muriya Kadawala
  4. Day 4

    Dambulla

    Dambulla
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local grandmother's house with dhal curry and pol sambol made from scratch)

    Included Activities

    • Polonnaruwa bicycle tour of ancient temples, tombs, and stupas
    • Visit to seven-story royal palace remains
    • Gal Vihara rock temple visit
    • Statue of 12th century king Parakrama I viewing
    • Cooking demonstration and lunch with local grandmother
    • Minneriya National Park entrance and wildlife viewing
    Landmarks
    Polonnaruwa Ancient City
    Gal Vihara
    Minneriya National Park
  5. Day 5

    Dambulla - Matale - Kandy

    Dambulla - Matale - Kandy

    Included Activities

    • Matale spice garden visit and cultural heritage learning
    • Kandy city guided tour
    • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) visit

    Optional Activities

    • Kandy cultural dance show - USD7
    Landmarks
    Matale Spice Garden
    Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic)
    Kandy Lake
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Kandy

    Kandy
    Meals
    Lunch (Home-cooked meal made by Mr Thilina's mother)

    Included Activities

    • Ambagasthenna village tour with local guide Mr Thilina
    • Tea plantation visit and cultivation process learning
    • Tea tasting served Sri Lankan way
    • Sunset viewing from local viewpoint
    Landmarks
    Ambagasthenna Tea Plantation
  7. Day 7

    Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

    Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
    Meals
    Breakfast, Afternoon Tea (High tea featuring Ceylon black, green, or spiced tea, finger sandwiches, and sweet treats)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
    • Nuwara Eliya orientation walk around Gregory Lake
    • High tea at Grand Hotel featuring Ceylon tea varieties and finger sandwiches
    Landmarks
    Gregory Lake
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Nuwara Eliya - Labukelle - Colombo

    Nuwara Eliya - Labukelle - Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant), Dinner (Farewell dinner at modern restaurant with dishes celebrating Sri Lankan spices including peanut-crusted tuna with gotu-kola sambol and fragrant vegetable curry)

    Included Activities

    • Tea factory visit near Labukelle
    • Tea plantation visit near Labukelle
    • Colombo orientation walk with leader
    • Old parliament building viewing
    • National Museum viewing
    • Fairtrade souvenir shopping guidance
    • Farewell dinner with Sri Lankan spice-focused cuisine
    Landmarks
    National Museum of Colombo
  9. Day 9

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extended stay in Colombo (requires advance booking with agent)

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Tour ID: 356025

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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    • 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.
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