Tour Packages
- Sri lanka
09 Days Tours
Duration
9 Days
Tour Type
Daily Tour
Group Size
02-10 People
Languages
EN, IN











- Overview
This 8-day Cultural Heritage Tour offers an immersive journey into the heart of Sri Lanka’s rich history, with visits to ancient cities, sacred temples, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The tour takes you through some of the most iconic cultural and historical landmarks, giving you a deep understanding of the island’s fascinating past.
- Included & Excluded
- Airport pick up and drop off
- Private English-speaking driver for the entire Journey
- Fuel & local insurance for the vehicle
- Private Transport
- Guide Service Fee
- Room Service Fees
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any Private Expenses
- Itinerary
• Arrive in Colombo, Sri Lanka’s vibrant capital.
• Transfer to your hotel for check-in and rest.
• Evening leisure: Enjoy a relaxed evening exploring Galle Face Green, a popular promenade by the
sea, and have dinner at one of the local restaurants offering traditional Sri Lankan cuisine.
• Morning: Visit key attractions in Colombo:
✓ Gangaramaya Temple: A beautiful Buddhist temple with a unique blend of modern
architecture and traditional Sri Lankan styles.
✓ Independence Square: A monument commemorating Sri Lanka’s independence from
British rule.
✓ Colombo National Museum: Explore Sri Lanka’s rich history, art, and artifacts.
• Afternoon: Travel to Anuradhapura (approximately 4-5 hours).
• Evening: Enjoy a peaceful walk around the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, the oldest recorded tree in the
world, and an important Buddhist site.
• Morning: Explore Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Key sights include:
✓ Ruwanwelisaya Stupa: A massive white stupa and one of the most sacred sites in Sri Lanka.
✓ Thuparamaya: The oldest Dagoba in Anuradhapura, which houses the relic of the
Buddha's collarbone.
✓ Isurumuniya Temple: Known for its beautiful rock carvings.
• Afternoon: Visit the Royal Palace ruins and Bojunhala Tank.
• Evening: Return to your hotel for relaxation.
• Morning: Depart from Anuradhapura and travel to Sigiriya (approximately 2-3 hours).
• Afternoon: Visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (also known as the Lion’s Rock), a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Climb to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and explore the
ancient frescoes, gardens, and ponds.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan dinner at your hotel.
• Morning: Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a series of five caves filled with over 150 Buddha statues
and stunning frescoes.
• Afternoon: Continue your journey to Kandy (approximately 2-3 hours).
• Evening: Attend a cultural dance performance and explore Kandy Lake at sunset.
✓ Visit the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), which houses the sacred tooth relic
of Lord Buddha.
• Morning: Explore more of Kandy:
✓ Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, home to over 4,000 plant species.
✓ Visit Kandy Market to experience the vibrant local culture and shop for spices, fruits, and
handicrafts.
• Afternoon: Travel to Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England” for its cool climate and colonial charm
(approximately 2.5 hours).
• Evening: Stroll around Lake Gregory and explore the colonial-style architecture of Nuwara Eliya.
• Morning: Visit a tea plantation and tea factory in Nuwara Eliya to learn about Sri Lanka’s tea
production and sample some of the world’s finest tea.
• Afternoon: Travel to Galle (approximately 5 hours).
• Evening: Explore the charming streets of the Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy
the beautiful coastal views. You can shop for unique souvenirs or relax at a café in the fort area.
• Morning: Take a final stroll around the Galle Fort and visit the Dutch Reformed Church and Galle
Lighthouse.
• Afternoon: Drive back to Colombo (approximately 2-3 hours).
• Evening: Depending on your flight time, you can visit the Pettah Market for souvenirs or relax at a
café before your transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure.
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