Tour 1: Wildlife Adventures Tour

As an island thriving with wildlife, this Sri Lankan adventure will be nothing short of exhilarating! Answer the call of the wild as you dive into a world of rugged terrain, vast open spaces and protected national parks, each teeming with a vast variety of species.

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Tour 2: History Revisited Tour

Embark on a whirlwind of adventure as you trace the storied history of Sri Lanka. Explore ancient capital cities, dive into treasured cave temples and learn the secrets of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, often named the Eighth Wonder of the World.

Inclusions

• Return flights to Colombo with Sri Lankan Airlines including 30kg of checked luggage*
• Return airport transfers
• 3 Nights accommodation at 4 or 5 star hotels & resorts
• 3 Breakfasts
• 2 Dinners
• Transportation in an air-conditioned tour vehicle
• Personalised service of your own English-speaking, licensed, private chauffeur guide
• 24/7 Tour Manager support for all your needs
• Entrance & activity fees to:
  • Negombo Sightseeing Tour
  • Dambulla Golden Temple
  • Safari at the Minneriya National Park
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Colombo, travel to Negombo
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport. Be greeted by your very own dedicated My Holiday guide and drive just 45 minutes to your hotel in Negombo. Once a small fishing town, Negombo is now a modern tourist hotspot, located on the west coast of Sri Lanka. Head to Sea Street, where you’ll find many seafood restaurants, serving delicious local dishes.

Accommodation: Deluxe Room at Suriya Resort

Day 2: Negombo to Dambulla (B, D)
Today, travel five hours to the historic town of Dambulla. Upon arrival, head to the famed Dambulla Cave Temple, the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in the country. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts 157 Buddha statues, along with intricate mural paintings. Learn about the unique history of the temple and admire the beautiful views of the countryside. This evening, join a safari at Minneriya National Park. This vast preserve is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, sambar deer and langur monkeys.

Accommodation: Standard Room at Amaya Lake

Day 3: Dambulla (B, D)
The highlight of today is a visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, often referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Rising out of the lush jungle, this rocky monolith is home to the remains of an ancient fortress built in the late fifth century. Sigiriya translates to ‘Lion Rock’, a reference to the way visitors traditionally began their final ascent to the top of the fortress: passing through the open jaw of a lion. Today, the only remains of this lion figure are the gigantic paws sculpted into the side of the rock.

Accommodation: Standard Room at Amaya Lake

Day 4: Dambulla to Colombo Airport (B)
Enjoy a final Sri Lankan breakfast before driving approximately five hours to Colombo International Airport to catch your flight home.

Tour 3: Culture Lovers Tour

Get ready to immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s fascinating culture, history and heritage. Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, visit the iconic tea plantations that dot the country’s central highlands and catch a glimpse of local Sri Lankan life.

Inclusions

• Return flights to Colombo with Sri Lankan Airlines including 30kg of checked luggage*
• Return airport transfers
• 3 Nights accommodation at 4 or 5 star hotels & resorts
• 3 Breakfasts
• 2 Dinners
• Transportation in an air-conditioned tour vehicle
• Personalised service of your own English-speaking, licensed, private chauffeur guide
• 24/7 Tour Manager support for all your needs
• Entrance & activity fees to:
  • Negombo Sightseeing Tour
  • Millennium Elephant Foundation
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Cultural dance show
  • Kandy City Sightseeing Tour
  • Train ride from Kandy to Colombo
  • Colombo City Exploration Tour

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Colombo, travel to Negombo
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport. Be greeted by your very own dedicated My Holiday guide and drive just 45 minutes to your hotel in Negombo. Once a small fishing town, Negombo is now a modern tourist hotspot, located on the west coast of Sri Lanka. Head to Sea Street, where you’ll find many seafood restaurants, serving delicious local dishes.

Accommodation: Deluxe Room at Suriya Resort

Day 2: Negombo to Kegalle to Kandy (B, D) 
En route to Kandy, stop by Kegalle to visit Millennium Elephant Foundation, an ethical orphanage that strives to improve the care and treatment of Sri Lankan elephants. Spend some time observing these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.

Upon arrival in Kandy, head to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Dating back to the 16th century, this UNESCO World Heritage Site consists of numerous buildings, each decorated with paintings and carvings depicting Buddha. As the name suggests, this temple complex houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha, which is carefully guarded by security night and day. This evening, be entertained by traditional Kandyan dancers during a cultural show.

Accommodation: Deluxe Room at Amaya Hills

Day 3: Kandy to Colombo (B, D)
Enjoy a four hour scenic rail journey from Kandy to Colombo, the largest city in Sri Lanka. From the initial Arab traders to the Portuguese, Dutch and British colonists who later occupied the city, Colombo is defined by its history and boasts a melting pot of international influences. Explore the city on a locally-guided tour, checking out attractions like Colombo Independence Square, Colombo National Museum and the Galle Face Green. Enjoy a final night in Sri Lanka at the Fairway Hotel.

Accommodation: Standard Room at Fairway Hotel

Day 4: Depart Colombo (B)
Enjoy a final Sri Lankan breakfast before heading to Colombo International Airport to catch your flight home.