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Tea Plantation in Colombo
Sigiriya the Ancient Rock Fortress
Golden Temple of Dambulla
Geragama Tea Plantation
Golden Sculpture in the Temple of Tooth Relics

8-Day Private Best of Sri Lanka Tour

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Price is CA $1,813 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

Exploring the different lifestyles in Sri Lanka and tasting some exotic tea, you will also visit some popular heritages with your private guide. Your trip covers Negombo Fish Market, Dutch Cannel, Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya the Ancient Rock Fortress, tea plantations, Spice Garden, a scenic train trip, etc. The air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver will present you with a comfortable transfer and a hassle-free experience.

Activity location

  • Colombo
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Colombo
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

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8-Day Private Best of Sri Lanka Tour
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d8d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00am
Price details
CA $1,813.01 x 2 AdultsCA $3,626.02

Total
Price is CA $3,626.02

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTwin-sharing hotel room
  • What's includedWhat's includedService of English-speaking driver guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedReserved train tickets from Galle to Colombo.
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fees for all mentioned sights per the itinerary
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included2 bottles of mineral water per person per day
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedInternational and Domestic Flights.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses (insurance, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSri Lanka Visa fee
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Colombo Airport Pick-up
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Jetwing Sea Hotel (4 stars) or similar
Colombo
  • 1h
On your arrival at Colombo airport, your driver guide will pick you up and escort you to your hotel in Negombo. After the check-in, you will have the rest of the day free on your own arrangements.
Day 2: Negombo tour with Dutch Cannel, Explore Dambulla & Drive to Sigiriya
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Amaara Forest (4 stars) or similar
Negombo Fish Market
  • 2h
In the morning, your guided tour will start at Negombo Fish Market and Lella Fishing Village. You will get close to a different lifestyle of local fishermen and be amazed by the thousands of fresh and dried fish, crabs, shrimps, and other seafood placed neatly in lines.
Dutch Canal
  • 1h
After exploring the busy fish market, you will visit the Dutch Cannel, which dates back to the 8th century and was once the vital transport channel connecting Negombo with Colombo. You will enjoy a peaceful scene comprising green water and tropical trees along the roadside.
Golden Temple of Dambulla
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Then you will proceed to the Cultural Triangle of the country. Here you will be guided to explore a splendid UNESCO World Heritage site - Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, which is over 2000 years old. The total of 153 Buddha statues and extensive frescos, depicting the Buddhist stories, will lead you to learn about Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Your exploration of five caves here will be an unforgettable experience. After the visit, your driver will take you to your hotel at Sigiriya for the check-in.
Sigiriya
  • 1h
Later, continue to Sigiriya and have a good rest for the following best tour packages in Sri Lanka.
Day 3: Sigiriya highlights tour with Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Amaara Forest (4 stars) or similar
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
  • 7h
  • Admission ticket included
Today's itinerary starts with Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a definitely precious heritage with architectural wonders. Located high on a hilltop, the 1500-year-old rock fortress, which is 200 metres high, was once a royal palace comprising a moat, a large garden, and many halls. You will marvel at exquisite craftsmanship and enjoy a panoramic view of the boundless forest. Later, have an educational stop at a local school, where you may communicate with the lovely children. You can also share something interesting and significant with them if you would like to. At the end of the day, a comfortable massage is particularly arranged for you to relieve the tiredness.
Day 4: Drive to Kandy, One-day Kandy tour with Temple of Tooth Relics
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Ozo Kandy (4 stars) or similar
Kandy
  • 3h
Today, drive you to Kandy, a destination with profound and rich culture heritage. En route, we stop at a Spice Garden to have a look at their various spices. In Kandy, the best way to learn well about its rich culture is to visit the local markets, so Kandy Bazaar, Art & Craft Centre, and Batil Factory are scheduled for you.
Natural Gems and Gemmological Museum
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Later, we will head to the Gem Museum & Lapidary to appreciate shinning gems. And, a fantastic Culture Dance Show is specially arranged for you.
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Next, proceed to the Temple of Tooth Relics, the holiest temple for Buddhist followers in Sri Lanka.
Day 5: Full-day Kandy exploration
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Ozo Kandy (4 stars) or similar
Kandy
  • 4h
After breakfast, you will visit some best of Sri Lanka tours in Kandy: Lankatilaka Temple, Gadaladeniya Temple and Embekke Temple, all of which were built in the 14th century.
Kandy Lake
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After that, have a relaxing walk around the Kandy Lake.
Day 6: Private transfer to Galle, Discover Tea Plantation en route
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Amari Galle (4-5 stars) or similar
Galle
  • 4h
In the morning, drive you to Galle. On the way, make a delightful stop at Giragama Tea Plantation and a Tea Factory, where the world's best Ceylon tea is planted and made. Learn to pick up the best tea leaves and then taste a cup of Ceylon black tea here.
Galle Fort
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After arrival in Galle, you will be escorted to Galle Dutch Fort, which is typical architecture from Sri Lanka's colonial time.
Day 7: A scenic train trip from Galle to Colombo
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Ozo Colombo (4 stars) or similar
Galle
  • 4h
After breakfast, your driver guide will transfer you to Galle Railway Station and help you board the train to Colombo City. It will be a scenic trip for the train runs along seaside area.
Colombo
  • 2h
When the train arrives in Colombo, your driver guide will greet you at the exit of the railway station and transfer you to the hotel. The rest time of the day is free for you.
Day 8: Departure from Colombo, Airport see-off
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Colombo
  • 1h
Your best Sri Lanka tour ends today. Your driver guide will transfer you to the airport and see you off. Wish you a nice flight home!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESColombo
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEColombo
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

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