Enchanting Sri Lanka Private Journey

The tropical island of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is rich in history and tradition. Discover on this comprehensive journey this enchanting island’s well preserved historical sites including the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa. Visit the port city of Trincomalee on the eastern coast and home to the largest Dutch Fort in Sri Lanka.

Itinerary

    Search for the elusive leopard in the jungles of Yala National Park. Visit the world’s only elephant orphanage, verdant tea plantations, colonial towns and mile upon mile of palm fringed beaches.
  • Day 1: Colombo – Sigiriya

    You will be met at your hotel and travel by road to Sigiriya. Stay two nights at the Hotel Sigiriya.
  • Day 2: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya

    Tour the ancient rock fortress and frescoes of the Heavenly Maidens of Sigiriya before visiting the 11th-century medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. B
  • Day 3: Sigiriya – Trincomalee

    Journey by road to Trincomalee. Stay two nights at the Chaaya Blue, Trincomalee. B.
  • Day 4: Trincomalee

    Full day tour of Trincomalee. Visit Fort Fredrick, Koneswaram Temple, the war cemetery and take a boat to Pigeon Island. B.
  • Day 5: Trincomalee – Kandy

    After breakfast travel to Dambulla to explore the impressive Dambulla Rock Temple with its ancient paintings and Buddhas. Continue to Matale to visit a spice garden before arriving in Kandy. Stay two nights at the Amaya Hills. B.
  • Day 6: Kandy – Pinnawal – Kandy

    Visit to the world famous Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. Afternoon city tour of Kandy visiting the arts & crafts centre, a gem museum and the famous Temple of the Tooth. This evening enjoy a cultural show. B.
  • Day 7: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

    This morning visit Peradeniya botanical garden before journeying to Nuwara Eliya through spectacular mist covered mountains and lush tea estates. Overnight Grand Hotel. B.
  • Day 8: Nuwara Eliya – Kataragama

    This morning enjoy the breathtaking scenery on the road to Nuwara Eliya, a favorite hill station of the British. Continue to Kataragama and stay two nights at the Mandara Rosen Hotel, Kataragama. B.
  • Day 9:Kataragama – Yala – Kataragama

    Travel to Yala National Park with the largest population of leopard in Sri Lanka. Enjoy a jeep safari in search of wild elephants, boars, buffalo and the elusive leopard. B.
  • Day 10: Kataragama – Galle

    Journey by road to Galle, visiting the 16thcentury Galle Fort. Overnight Lady Hill Hotel, Galle. B.
  • Day 11: Galle – Kosgoda – Colombo

    Visit the turtle hatchery in Kosgoda and continue to the airport for your onward flight. Why not extend your journey visiting the beautiful white sand beaches and dazzling underwater coral gardens of the Maldives. B.

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Pricing

11 Days / 10 Nights From $1,895*

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Includes: Accommodation and sightseeing, including entrance fees as specified, meals as indicated and transfers.

Departs: Daily.

Tour Type: Private Journey.

Highlights

  • Yala National Park
  • The ancient cities of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Dambulla
  • Spectacular mountain scenery
  • The Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage