4-Day Essence of Sri Lanka Tour
Kandy, Sri Lanka
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Tour Type
Escorted tour
Group Size
12 persons
Overview
Explore some of the greatest UNESCO world heritage archeological sites and discover the ancient technology and cultural heritage. Your cultural experience will be garnished by a wonderful tour to a typical countryside village in Sri Lanka that provides an authentic rural village experience with a traditional Sri Lankan Lunch. If you are visiting Sri Lanka for a short vacation, this tour will be one of the best options for you.
After pickup from your hotel in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia, drive to Dambulla. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site then spend overnight in Sigiriya. On day two get an early start and drive to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Polonnaruwa. Take a cycling tour through the well-preserved ancient city to see the beautiful stupas or dagobas, moonstones, parks, buildings and stunning statues. In the afternoon, you will be taken to the 5th-century rock fortress of Sigiriya, regarded as one of the Wonders of World and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend overnight in Sigiriya.
On day three after leisurely breakfast, visit an archetypal Sri Lankan village. Experience a bullock cart ride, see traditional cultivation methods, enjoy a boat ride and an authentic Sri Lankan lunch at a village house. After lunch, continue to Kandy, stopping at a wood carving center and a spice garden in Matale. Upon arrival, take a city tour of Kandy including a visit to the temple of the sacred tooth relic, upper lake drive, the market square, and more. Spend overnight in Kandy.
After breakfast on the fourth day, you will depart from Kandy and be driven back to your hotel in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia, or dropped off at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo.
Included/Excluded
3 nights accommodation at 4 star hotels on Bed & Breakfast basis as per itinerary
Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fee to Dambulla Cave Temple, Polonnaruwa ancient city, Sigiriya rock fortress, spice garden, Kandy Temple and cultural show
Hiriwadunna Trekking with Lunch
Cycling in Polonnaruwa
Tuk Tuk ride in Sigiriya
English-speaking chauffeur guide
All current taxes
Lunch and dinner during the tour
Gratuities (recommended)
Any others expenses not mentioned in Inclusions section
Itinerary
Day 1
Colombo - Sigiriya
Day 1
Colombo - Sigiriya
You will be picked up from your hotel in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia and driven to Dambulla. Visit the Cave temple of Dambulla (UNESCO World Heritage) en route to Sigiriya. Spend overnight in Sigiriya. Accommodation is in a 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis.
Day 2
Sigiriya - Sigiriya
Day 2
Sigiriya - Sigiriya
Following breakfast, get an early start to the day and proceed to The UNESCO world Heritage city of Polonnaruwa where you will take a cycling tour at one of the well-preserved city with ancient dagabas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings and stunningly beautiful statues. In the afternoon, you will be taken to the 5th century Rock fortress of Sigiriya which is regarded as one of the Wonders of world and a UNESCO world heritage site. Spend overnight in Sigiriya. Accommodation is in a 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis.
Day 3
Sigiriya - Kandy
Day 3
Sigiriya - Kandy
After leisurely breakfast, you will be taken to have a memorable experience of an archetypal Sri Lankan Typical village. You will experience bullock cart ride, Chena cultivation, boat ride and authentic Sri Lankan Lunch at a village house. After Lunch, you will be driven to Kandy. En route visit a Wood carving center and a Spice garden in Matale. In the afternoon, you will take a city tour of Kandy including a visit to the temple of the sacred tooth relic, upper lake drive, market square, gem lapidary and more. Spend overnight in Kandy. Accommodation is in a 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis.
Day 4
Kandy - Colombo
Day 4
Kandy - Colombo
As all good things come to an end, you will be safely driven to the airport for your flight back home having countless memories with Beyond Escapes!
Travel Styles
Cultural
Tour Category
Cultural Discovery
Historical Journey
Scenic Road Trip
Religious / Pilgrimage
Family Holiday
Pace / Physical Intensity
Leisurely
Duration Range
4–7 Days
Group Size / Tour Style
Private Tour
Small Group (2–12)
Transportation Type
Private Car / Van
Inclusions
Tour Guide
Languages Offered
English
Sinhala
Best Suited For
Couples
Families
Solo Travelers
Tour Focus / Highlight
Local Culture
Photography
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Cansellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Tour Location
Kandy, Sri Lanka
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