Sri Lanka Compact Highlight 5-Day Tour Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella
ID: GYG874044-1376218
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
5 days
Description
Discover the rich history, wildlife, hill country and culture of Sri Lanka on a 5-day guided tour. Visit ancient monuments, go on safaris and a hill country train trip, and visit, waterfalls, beaches.
Discover the best of Sri Lanka on a 5-day tour from Colombo. Visit the Dambulla Golden Temple, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Udawalawe National Park, Galle, and Bentota Beach.
Day 1: Colombo-Sigiriya
Meet and greet a Seerendipity Tours representative and drive to the hotel in Sigiriya. En route, stop at the Dambulla Golden Temple. In the afternoon, drive to Sigiriya and do the afternoon hike. Overnight stay at a hotel in Sigiriya.
Day 2: Sigiriya-Kandy
Enjoy an early breakfast and leave for a hotel in Kandy. On the way, take a guided walking tour at a spice/herbal garden in Matale. Later in the day, take a Kandy sightseeing tour, stopping at the Royal Botanical Garden, Tooth Relic Temple, Kandyan Cultural Show, and downtown Kandy. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kandy.
Day 3: Kandy-Nuwara Eliya-Ella
After breakfast, leave for a hotel in Ella. En route, stop at the tea factory and garden in Nuwara Eliya, downtown Nuwara Eliya, Gregory Lake Esplanade, and Sita Amman Temple. In the afternoon, take the scenic hill country train from Nanu Oya to Ella. Overnight stay at a hotel in Ella.
Day 4: Ella-Udawalawe-Galle
Enjoy an early morning sightseeing tour of Ella. En route, stop at Ella Rock, Mini-Adams Peak, and Nine-Arch Bridge. Later, continue to Udawalawe National Park for a wildlife watch. Overnight stay at a hotel in Galle.
Day 5: Galle-Bentota-Kalutara-Colombo
After breakfast, explore the Galle Fort on a guided walking tour. Later, drive to the hotel in Colombo. En route, stop at Hikkaduwa Beach and Bentota Beach. Afterwards, take a boat tour of the Bentota River to see the fascinating river fauna and flora. Finally, continue the journey to Colombo.
Highlights
- Discover the rich history and culture of Sri Lanka on a 5-day guided tour
- Go on a guided Udawalawe National Park Safari and see wild animals
- Explore the ancient city of Sigiriya and the hill country of Nuwara Eliya
- Take a scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella and explore the town of Ella
- Enjoy a boat tour of the Bentota River to see the fascinating river fauna and flora
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Be prepared for varying weather conditions, especially in the hill country where it can get quite cold.
Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting temples.
Keep your belongings secure, especially in crowded places.
Photography is allowed, but avoid taking pictures of people without their permission.
Some activities may require a moderate level of fitness.
The train journey is subject to availability and weather conditions.
INCLUDED
- 5 Days (4 nights) accommodation in standard hotels
- 4 Breakfasts
- Embarked on a guided hike at the Sigiriya rock fortress, which features frescoes.
- Dambulla Golden Temple Tour
- Tooth temple tour with ceremony
- Pinnawala Elephant park
- Complete ground transportation as per the tour itinerary
- English-speaking local tour guide
- All government taxes
- Meeting arrangements at the airport
- Entrance fees to the spice/herbal garden
- Guided walking tour of Galle Fort
- A guided sightseeing tour of Ella with Mini Adams Peak and the Nine Arch Bridge
- The Kandy sightseeing tour
- Nuwara Eliya sightseeing tour: Gregory Lake Esplanade
- A tea plantation tour with factory visits
- Mineral water (1.5 litres) per person a day
- All expenses for the hill country train
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Golden Temple, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Tooth Relic Temple, and Pidurangala Temple
- Charges for river Safari motorboat
- Entrance fees to Udawalawe National Park and Jeep Hire
- Entrance fees to village tour with cooking class
- Lunch and dinner
- Drinks
- Tips and gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
