Glimpse of Sri Lanka

Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport, you will be welcomed by your representative with a traditional garlanding ceremony. Begin your Sri Lankan adventure with a visit to the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, established in 1975 to care for orphaned elephants. Discover its conservation efforts and observe these magnificent animals in their natural surroundings.

Continue your journey towards Sigiriya / Dambulla through Sri Lanka's beautiful countryside. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Included: Airport meet and greet.
Traditional welcome garlanding.
Private air-conditioned transportation.
English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Hotel accommodation with breakfast.

Optional / not included: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage entrance fee.
Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses.

Free time: Relax at the hotel and enjoy the surroundings.

After breakfast, visit the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 5th century. Built by King Kashyapa, this spectacular ancient citadel rises approximately 200 metres above the surrounding jungle.

Climb the iconic Lion Rock and discover the remarkable archaeological remains, ancient gardens, water features and impressive fortress structures. Along the way, admire the world-famous Heavenly Maidens frescoes, beautifully preserved paintings located within a sheltered section of the rock.

After exploring this extraordinary historical landmark, return to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Included: Breakfast at the hotel.
Private air-conditioned transportation.
English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Hotel accommodation.

Optional / not included: Sigiriya Rock Fortress entrance fee.
Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses.

Free time: Afternoon at leisure to relax at the hotel.

After breakfast, depart towards Kandy, enjoying the scenic landscapes of Sri Lanka's central region. En route, visit a traditional spice garden in Matale, where you will discover the spices that have made Sri Lanka famous around the world. Learn about their cultivation, processing and traditional uses, followed by an interesting Sri Lankan cookery demonstration.

Continue to Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel before discovering the city's highlights.

Enjoy a city tour featuring the picturesque Kandy Lake, the bustling town and bazaar, traditional arts and crafts centres, a gem museum and a lapidary. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the country's most important Buddhist landmarks.

Conclude the day with a colourful traditional Sri Lankan cultural performance before returning to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to a spice garden.
Cookery demonstration.
Private air-conditioned transportation.
English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Hotel accommodation.

Optional / not included: Temple of the Tooth Relic entrance fee.
Cultural show entrance fee.
Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses.

Free time: Enjoy some leisure time in Kandy after the scheduled visits.

After breakfast, visit the beautiful Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, originally established as a royal pleasure garden and later expanded during British rule. Spanning approximately 147 acres, the gardens feature an impressive collection of tropical trees, exotic plants and colourful flowers.

Continue towards Nuwara Eliya, travelling through the spectacular landscapes of Sri Lanka's central highlands. En route, visit a traditional tea plantation and factory to discover how world-famous Ceylon tea is cultivated, processed and graded. Enjoy the opportunity to taste a freshly brewed cup of pure Ceylon tea.

Proceed to Nuwara Eliya, often called Little England, renowned for its cool mountain climate, colonial architecture, lush tea plantations and beautiful scenery. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this charming hill station.

Included: Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.
Tea plantation and factory visit.
Ceylon tea tasting.
Private air-conditioned transportation.
English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Hotel accommodation.

Optional / not included: Peradeniya Botanical Gardens entrance fee.
Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses.

Free time: Enjoy the cool mountain atmosphere and hotel facilities.

After breakfast, depart Nuwara Eliya and travel towards Colombo via the picturesque region of Kitulgala, known for its lush tropical landscapes and river scenery.

Upon arrival in Colombo, check in to your hotel before beginning an afternoon city tour of Sri Lanka's dynamic commercial capital.

Discover the contrast between Colombo's modern skyline and its fascinating colonial heritage. Explore Pettah Bazaar, a lively shopping district filled with colourful markets and local shops. Visit Hindu and Buddhist temples and drive through elegant residential neighbourhoods featuring beautiful historic homes.

Continue past some of the city's notable landmarks, including the Colombo Museum, Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) and Dutch Museum, offering an insight into the country's rich cultural and historical heritage.

Return to your hotel after an enjoyable introduction to Colombo.

Included: Breakfast at the hotel.
Private air-conditioned transportation.
English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Colombo city tour.
Hotel accommodation

Optional / not included: Entrance fees to museums and attractions, where applicable.
Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses.

Free time: Evening at leisure to explore Colombo or relax at the hotel.

Enjoy your final breakfast in Sri Lanka before checking out of your hotel. At the scheduled time, meet your chauffeur guide and proceed to Colombo International Airport for your departure flight, taking home wonderful memories of Sri Lanka's cultural treasures, spectacular landscapes and warm hospitality.

Included: Breakfast at the hotel.
Private air-conditioned airport transfer.
English-speaking chauffeur guide.

Optional / not included: Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses.
Late check-out, if required.

Free time: Depending on your flight departure time.

The tour lasts 6 days and 5 nights, covering Sri Lanka's main cultural, historical and natural attractions.

The tour covers Pinnawala, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Matale, Kandy, Peradeniya, Nuwara Eliya, Kitulgala and Colombo.

Guests can choose between two accommodation categories:
- 5★ Deluxe: Covanro Sigiriya, Grand Kandyan, Araliya Green City and Courtyard by Marriott.
- 4★ Superior: Sigiriyana Resort, Royal Kandyan, Araliya Red and Morven Colombo.
Hotels are subject to availability and may be replaced with similar-standard properties.

Sigiriya / Dambulla: 2 nights.
Kandy: 1 night.
Nuwara Eliya: 1 night.
Colombo: 1 night.

Daily breakfast is included for all 5 nights. Lunches and dinners are not included.

No. Entrance fees are offered as an additional supplement of USD 150 per person, covering Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, Kandy Temple and the cultural show.

Yes. The package includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the itinerary.

Yes. An English-speaking chauffeur guide will accompany guests throughout the journey.

The itinerary includes a traditional welcome garlanding, a spice garden visit, a Sri Lankan cookery demonstration, a tea factory visit with tea tasting and a traditional cultural show (entrance fee extra).

Yes. Guests will visit the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover its ancient royal history, impressive architecture and beautiful frescoes. The entrance ticket is additional.