Explore Sigiriya's ancient fortress, Kandy's cultural heritage, Nuwara Eliya's tea-country landscapes and the coastal attractions of Bentota.
This 6-day itinerary brings together Sri Lanka's historic landmarks, spice gardens, cultural performances, hill-country scenery, tea plantations, waterfalls, coastal experiences and Colombo shopping.
Meet the representative at the airport and proceed to Sigiriya. En route, visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. In the evening, visit Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Buddhist murals and statues. Check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the 5th-century royal citadel known for its gardens, architecture and frescoes. Proceed to Kandy via the Spice Garden in Matale. Visit the Gem Gallery and Gem Museum and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya. In the evening, enjoy a traditional cultural dance show at approximately 4:45 PM. Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.
Enjoy a Kandy city tour covering Upper Lake Drive, Market Square and the Temple of the Tooth. Proceed to Nuwara Eliya, popularly known as Little England. En route, visit Ramboda Waterfalls, Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, a tea factory and a tea plantation. Visit Seetha Amman Temple, Gregory Lake and Victoria Park. Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Visit Hakgala Botanical Gardens, traditionally associated with Ashok Vatika in the Ramayana. Proceed to Bentota via Kitulgala. Optional white-water rafting on the Kelani River is available at additional cost, subject to availability. Continue to Bentota and check in. Dinner and overnight stay.
Visit Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial history. Enjoy Bentota sightseeing and a Madu River Boat Ride through mangroves and wetland scenery. Visit the Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Bentota.
Proceed to Colombo for city sightseeing, including Galle Face Green and Viharamahadevi Park, subject to time availability. Enjoy shopping at Pettah Bazaar, Majestic City, Liberty Plaza, Crescat Boulevard and ODEL. Transfer to Colombo International Airport for your return flight.
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