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9 Days | Discover Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean
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9 days
Start
Negombo, Sri Lanka
Finish
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Code
HPPC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, scenic train
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nights), Feature Stay (1 nights)
From £2,195(9 days)
Trip Informations
Encounter a country that radiates warmth – from its glorious sunshine to its spice-laden cuisine and kind local people. This nine-day Premium adventure through Sri Lanka will introduce you to the country’s wealth of cultural riches as you explore the ancient ruins of past civilisations, spot rare and beautiful creatures in their natural habitats and relax among swathes of green tea fields at a hilltop retreat. Receive a warm welcome from the locals as you meet local guides, tuck into homecooked food, stay in an 1891 Feature Stay and uncover the secrets of Sigiriya – Sri Lanka’s famed UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover a shining gem in the Indian ocean – the teardrop isle.
Why you’ll love this trip
Learn about the country’s past during your Feature Stay at the gorgeous Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya – established in 1891, this traditional-style hotel has a modern outlook on sustainable practices.
Discover the beauty and mastery of Sri Lanka’s craft traditions and try them for yourself – from brass making and pottery to woodwork and ancient palm leaf writing.
Get an exclusive and immersive look at rural life in Ambagasthenna, where you’ll walk through tea plantations and paddy fields and learn about sustainable farming with a local guide.
Spot elephants, monkeys and tropical birds on a safari through the wild grasslands of Minneriya National Park.
Uncover ancient treasures in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle as you explore the temples, ruins and stupas of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Kandy with the expert guidance of your local leader.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Zero Plastic. Donations help them educate Sri Lankan communities about the impact of plastic on the environment and reduce plastic pollution in the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya.
Is this trip right for you?
The Rock Fortress – or Lion Rock – of Sigiriya is spectacular. However, those with a fear of (or even an aversion to) heights may wish to sit the excursion out. Scaling the rock involves walking up lots of rough, narrow steps and tight walkways.
There are a couple of long travel days on this trip. Journeys may take up to five hours but are a great opportunity to get to know locals, fellow travellers and the diverse scenery.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, scenic train
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nights), Feature Stay (1 nights)
Activities
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Negombo - Welcome Dinner
Ridigama - Ridi Viharaya shrine visit and cultural experience
Muriya Kadawala Village - Pottery Making Experience
Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress Visit
Minneriya National Park - Entrance Fee
Polonnaruwa - Bicycle Tour
Polonnaruwa - Cooking demo and lunch
Matale – Spice Garden Visit.
Kandy - City Tour with the Temple of the Tooth
Ambagasthenna - Tea Plantation and Sustainable Farm Tour
Ambagasthenna - Village and Temple Tour
Ambagasthenna - Sunset Viewing with Drinks
Nuwara Eliya - High Tea
Nanu Oya - Scenic Train Ride
Nuwara Eliya - Orientation Tour
Colombo - Farewell Dinner
Colombo - Orientation Tour
Labukelle - Tea Plantation and Factory Visit
Add on activities
Kandy - Cultural Dance Show - USD7
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking for train tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
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