Classic Sri Lanka
Destination: Sri Lanka
From: R20 600 per person sharing
Travel dates: 01 November to 19 December 2026.
Category: Tours
Rating: 4 stars
Discover the cultural, scenic and coastal highlights of Sri Lanka on this immersive journey through ancient kingdoms, lush tea plantations, colonial hill towns and golden beaches. From the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and sacred Temple of the Tooth to the breathtaking hill country of Nuwara Eliya and relaxing shores of Bentota, this tour combines history, nature, wildlife and authentic local experiences. Experience Sri Lanka's rich heritage, vibrant traditions and warm hospitality as you travel through the country's most celebrated destinations. Enjoy stunning landscapes, fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites, colourful cultural performances and opportunities to connect with local communities along the way.
What's included
- Return airport transfers
- Two nights' accommodation in a standard room at Sigiriana Resort, Dambulla
- Two nights' accommodation in a standard room at Earls Regent, Kandy
- One night's accommodation in a standard room at Araliya Green Hills, Nuwara Eliya
- Four nights' accommodation in a standard room at Ekho Surf Hotel, Bentota
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking chauffeur guide throughout
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress excursion
- Dambulla Cave Temple visit
- Habarana village experience
- Kandy city tour
- Temple of the Tooth visit
- Royal Botanical Gardens excursion
- Tea plantation and tea factory visit
- Ramboda Waterfall visit
- Nuwara Eliya sightseeing
- Galle excursion
- Madu River boat safari
- Turtle hatchery visit
- Colombo city tour
- Tour Itinerary
- - Day 1: Arrival - Pinnawala - Dambulla - Visit the renowned Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- - Day 2: Dambulla - Sigiriya - Habarana - Dambulla - Visit the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress before enjoying a traditional village experience in Habarana
- - Day 3: Dambulla - Matale - Kandy - Explore the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple before visiting a spice garden in Matale
- - Day 4: Kandy - Peradeniya - Kandy - Enjoy a city tour of Kandy
- - Day 5: Kandy - Ramboda - Nuwara Eliya - Travel through Sri Lanka's scenic tea country, visiting a tea plantation and factory as well as Ramboda Waterfall before arriving in Nuwara Eliya
- - Day 6: Nuwara Eliya - Bentota - Depart the hill country and journey to the coastal resort town of Bentota
- - Day 7: Bentota - Galle - Enjoy an excursion to the historic city of Galle and explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort before returning to Bentota
- - Day 8: Bentota - Take a scenic boat safari on the Madu River and visit a turtle hatchery dedicated to the conservation of endangered sea turtles.
- - Day 9: Bentota - Enjoy a full day at leisure on the coast. Optional water sports and beach activities are available
- - Day 10: Bentota - Colombo - Travel to Colombo for a city tour, including a visit to Gangaramaya Temple, before transferring to the airport for your onward flight
Not included
- International flights
- Sri Lanka visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Meals and drinks not specified
- Entrance fees unless specified
- Optional excursions and water sports
- Guide and driver gratuities
- Porterage
- Personal expenses
- Early check-in and late check-out where applicable