A fantastic value private tour through the key hotspots of Sri Lanka.
Experience the vibrant markets of Colombo, the magnificent cave temples of Dambulla, the breathtaking Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and a scenic train ride through Sri Lanka’s lush tea plantations. These are just a few highlights of this private 11-day adventure that explores the capital, four UNESCO World Heritage sites, stunning landscapes, and culminates within the historic walls of Galle Fort on the beautiful southwest coast.
1 Night Colombo – 2 Nights Cultural Triangle – 2 Nights Kandy – 2 Nights Tea Hills – 2 Nights Galle Fort
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Tour itinerary
Overnight flight to Colombo and meet with your private driver to start exploring!
Fly overnight from the UK to Colombo.
On arrival, you will be met by your driver/guide and transferred approx. 1 hr in your private vehicle into the bustling capital where you will spend 1 night at the elegant Lake Lodge – a centrally located, 10 room boutique hotel offering the ideal retreat away from the lively city, but being close enough so you can still enjoy everything it has to offer!
This afternoon you have the option to explore Colombo with your guide. There is plenty to see in the city and we highly recommend a walking tour of the Fort to soak up the fascinating architecture and bustling Pettah Market, followed by a sundowner at the Galle Face Hotel!
Head towards the Cultural Triangle – starting with the ancient Dambulla Cave Temples
Today your adventure really starts as you head into the Cultural Triangle region of the country, starting with a stop at the incredible Dambulla Cave Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest temple cave complex in Sri Lanka.
After a fantastic day you will head to Kumbukgaha Villa to spend 2 nights in this peaceful rustic hideaway, surrounded by wilderness and paddy fields. Settle in to your jungle oasis this afternoon!
Scaling the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress
This morning you will be collected by your guide and driven to the iconic Rock Fortress of Sigiriya. Definitely a great opportunity to burn off that lovely breakfast at Arika you will enjoy a guided tour of this fascinating UNESCO complex and a hike to the top to enjoy the stunning scenery. You will then return to your villa for a well-earned relax by the pool.
Bid farewell to the cultural triangle and say hello to Kandy
This morning you will be driven south to the scenic city of Kandy, heading to the UNESCO Temple of the Tooth and Royal Palace, where you will enjoy a guided tour and walk by Kandy Lake. You will then continue to Villa Rosa where you will spend 2 nights at this boutique property.
The next day, your guide will collect you for a tour of Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens. You will then return to Villa Rosa for a relaxing afternoon or you can explore Kandy under your steam and simply get a tuk-tuk back to the house.
Moving onto the Tea Hills with a scenic train journey passing stunning plantations!
Today will be driven to the train station, where you will board the train south through the stunning tea plantations and many local villages to the hill station of Nuwara Eliya. On arrival, you will be taken to Oliphant, where you will spend then next 2 nights at this luxury villa surrounded by lush tea estates, beautifully kept gardens, and a backdrop of stunning mountains.
Sipping on tea whilst learning how it made its way to your cup – end your day at “the worlds end”
Full day to explore this beautiful region with your guide and vehicle at your disposal. No trip is complete to this region without a visit to a tea factory and if you are feeling active, we definitely recommend a nature hike in the Horton Plains National Park to the “Worlds End”!
Leaving behind the tea hills for the coastal charm of Galle
A long but beautiful drive today will take you from the heart of the Tea Country to the stunning southwest coast where you will end your adventure with 2 nights perched on a hill at Sun House with breakfast included, a famous property known for it’s elegant design and beautiful gardens.
Wander through the historic streets of Galle Fort - Head home.
This morning you will be collected on foot by your guide for morning walk tour of Galle Fort. You will then be free to explore narrow streets with a great selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. Alternatively you can hop in a tuk-tuk and head to one of the many beautiful beaches of Galle.
Day 11 – Following a final breakfast in the fort you will be transferred north to Colombo Airport for your flight back to the UK.
Welcome home (with endless adventures in Asia you can always go again!)
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