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8 days / 7 nights
History & Culture Tour Sri Lanka - 8D7N
This 8-day cultural journey offers a well-balanced exploration of Sri Lanka’s ancient heritage, scenic landscapes, and relaxed coastal life. Starting from Sigiriya, the tour introduces you to some of the island’s most important historical and spiritual sites, including the Dambulla Cave Temple and the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress. A full-day excursion to Anuradhapura reveals sacred cities, stupas, and the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka at Mihintale.
Traveling onward to Kandy, the cultural capital of the island, you will visit spice gardens, ancient monasteries, and the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. The journey continues into the hill country with a scenic drive and train experience toward Ella, featuring waterfalls, tea plantations, and the famous Nine Arch Bridge.
From the cool highlands, the route shifts south to Yala, offering a change of scenery with nature, wildlife surroundings, and rural landscapes. The final days are spent in Bentota, where you can slow down, enjoy the beach, or join optional river safaris and turtle conservation visits. A relaxed transfer to the airport via Colombo concludes the journey.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking history, culture, nature, and comfort in one smooth route, without rushing, and with time to truly absorb each destination.
Trip code: IND0039SR8D
Destination: Asia
Arrival: Arrive at the airport and transfer to Sigiriya (approx. 3 hours 30 mins drive).
Sightseeing: En route, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its stunning cave shrines.
Overnight: Check in and overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Morning: After breakfast, climb the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), an ancient palace built on a massive column of rock.
Excursion: Proceed on an excursion to the Anuradhapura Ancient City (approx. 1 hour 30 mins drive), the first capital of Sri Lanka, and visit the sacred mountain of Mihintale.
Overnight: Return to Sigiriya for overnight stay.
Transfer: After breakfast, transfer to Kandy (approx. 2 hours drive).
Highlights: En route, visit a Matale Spice Garden to learn about Sri Lankan spices and the historic Alu Viharaya rock temple.
Overnight: Check in and overnight stay in Kandy.
Morning: After breakfast, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy.
Transfer: Proceed to Ella (approx. 3 hours 30 mins drive).
Highlights: Stop for photos at the stunning Ramboda Falls. Later, enjoy a Scenic Train Journey (subject to ticket availability) through the hill country.
Sightseeing: Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge, an iconic colonial-era railway viaduct.
Overnight: Overnight stay in Ella.
Transfer: After breakfast, transfer to Yala (approx. 1 hour 30 mins drive).
Highlights: En route, visit a Tea Plantation and the breathtaking Ravana Falls.
Overnight: Check in and overnight stay in Yala (near Yala National Park).
Transfer: After breakfast, transfer to the coastal town of Bentota (approx. 3 hours drive).
Highlight: En route, witness the traditional Stilt Fishermen, a unique fishing method practiced in southern Sri Lanka.
Overnight: Check in and overnight stay in Bentota.
Leisure: Enjoy a relaxing day at leisure on the beach.
Optional: You may choose to go on a Madhu River Safari through the mangroves or visit a Sea Turtle Hatchery conservation project.
Overnight: Dinner and overnight stay in Bentota.
Transfer: After breakfast, transfer to the Airport (approx. 2 hours drive).
Optional: If time permits, enjoy some shopping and a Panoramic City Tour of Colombo before your departure flight.
Applied for group 7-12 persons
