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Sri Lanka 5-Day Tour

The colonial style of Colombo, the archaeological heritage of Sigiriya, the ponds of Polonnaruwa, the spices of Matale, the relic of Kandy... Discover it all in just 5 days on this tour of Sri Lanka's most cultural cities!. Sri Lanka 5-Day Tour....

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The colonial style of Colombo, the archaeological heritage of Sigiriya, the ponds of Polonnaruwa, the spices of Matale, the relic of Kandy... Discover it all in just 5 days on this tour of Sri Lanka's most cultural cities!

Sri Lanka 5-Day Tour

Day 1: Colombo

Pickup from Colombo Airport and transfer to accommodation. The day includes a visit to Colombo, noting the Portuguese, Dutch, and English influences in architecture, including the 100-year-old Clock Tower. Explore Hindu and Buddhist temples and shop at the Pettah Bazaar.

Day 2: Colombo - Dambulla

After breakfast, depart to visit the Cave Temple, featuring images, carvings, and a 14-meter-long Reclining Buddha statue. After exploring the caves and murals, travel to Dambulla for dinner and rest.

Day 3: Dambulla - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya - Dambulla

Breakfast followed by a drive to Polonnaruwa, exploring city ruins and the Parakrama Samudra complex. Continue to Sigiriya, climb Lion Rock, and view the frescoes, Mirror Wall, and Royal Gardens before returning to Dambulla for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Dambulla - Matale - Kandy

After breakfast, depart for Matale to visit a spice garden and learn about spices used for medicinal purposes. Continue to Kandy to visit the Temple of the Tooth, housing a relic of Buddha's tooth, before dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Kandy - Colombo Airport

Enjoy breakfast and transfer to Colombo Airport to conclude the tour.

Accommodation

Hotels during the tour include:

Colombo (1 night): Mt. Lavinia Hotel 4* or similarDambulla (2 nights): Paradise Resorts & Spa 5* or similarKandy (1 night): Amaya Hills 5* or similar

Note about pricing

Prices are per person in a double room, with a minimum of two participants. Solo travelers may pay a supplement for a private tour or choose a different tour date. For groups with odd participants, first book double rooms, then single rooms, indicating all travelers are together. Early arrivals may require an extra night’s payment.

What do I need?

Simply book your international flights: one to Colombo for the tour's start and a return on the Friday of the same week.

Prices

Included

  • English–speaking driver
  • Pickup and transfer back to Colombo airport
  • Transport in air–conditioned vehicle
  • 4 nights accommodation in 4 or 5–star hotels
  • 5 breakfasts
  • 3 dinners (days 2, 3, and 4)
  • Admission to the Temple of the Tooth, the Cave Temple, Sigiriya Fortress and the Polonnaruwa Ponds

Not included

  • Flights
  • Visa
  • Drinks
  • Lunches

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not advisable for people with reduced mobility

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