Sri Lanka: Jewels of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka: Jewels of Sri Lanka
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Discover the treasures of Sri Lanka with our 12-day guided tour. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you visit Katunayake, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Galle, and Colombo. Enjoy scenic train rides and explore national parks, all while experiencing the best of Sri Lanka.
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Itinerary at a glance
Day 1: Arrival in Sri Lanka, Katunayake
- Welcome at Bandaranayke International Airport.
- Transfer to Katunayake (15 min / 6 km).
- Check-in at the hotel.
- Overnight stay in Katunayake.
Day 2: Katunayake to Sigiriya via Negombo
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Negombo fish market.
- Proceed to Sigiriya (3 hours / 140 km).
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 3: Sigiriya to Anuradhapura and back
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day tour to Anuradhapura (1.5 hours / 70 km).
- Visit archaeological and historical sites.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 4: Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa and back
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Day tour to Polonnaruwa (1.5 hours / 70 km).
- Explore historical sites.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 5: Sigiriya to Kandy via Matale
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
- Proceed to Kandy via Matale (2 hours / 70 km).
- Visit Matale Spice Garden.
- Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 6: Kandy Sightseeing
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic.
- Explore Peradeniya Botanical Garden.
- Attend a cultural show.
- Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 7: Train Ride to Nuwara Eliya
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Enjoy a scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya (3 hours / 100 km).
- Evening at leisure.
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 8: Nuwara Eliya to Yala
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit a tea garden for a guided tour.
- Proceed to Yala (4.5 hours / 170 km).
- Overnight stay in Yala.
Day 9: Yala National Park
- Early morning jeep safari at Yala National Park.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Leisure time or optional second jeep ride.
- Overnight stay in Yala.
Day 10: Yala to Galle
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Proceed to Galle (2.5 hours / 150 km).
- Afternoon city tour of Galle and its fort.
- Overnight stay in Galle.
Day 11: Galle to Colombo
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Proceed to Colombo (2.5 hours / 150 km).
- Afternoon city tour of Colombo.
- Evening transfer to the international airport.
- Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 12: Departure from Colombo
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure flight to onward destination.
Important Information
Visa/Entry Permit
Visa / Entry Permit is subject to change and depends on the Government policy. Our team will provide you with the exact details on your query about this important & crucial aspect of your travel.
Dos and Don'ts
- While visiting any temples make sure you are dressed properly and remove you shoes or any head covers before entering.
- Ask for permission before taking pictures at religious or historic sites as it may not be allowed to use your camera in some places, since the flashlight of the camera may cause damage to the paintings.
- Please don’t take selfie or pictures with Buddha statue.
- It is a custom to not turn your back to Buddha statues and you may notice people walking backward away from the Buddha due to this reason.
- Visitors are not allowed to touch any Buddha statues and paintings as it could discolor or damage them.
- Don’t shake hands with Buddhist monks, especially if you are female. Instead use the traditional local greeting.
- You should stand when monks or nuns enter the premise as it is an act of respect and all the visitors are also expected to respect the rule.
- Politics and the civil conflict in Sri Lanka are sensitive topics. It is best not to initiate a conversation on these matters unless you know the person well.