Spirit of Sri Lanka
Take in the breath-taking views of Sigiriya rock, often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world. See some of the world ‘s most majestic and rare creatures as you trek through Hiriwadunna. Admire the perfectly preserved architecture in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa.
Travel Itinerary
DAY 1
Colombo to Negombo
On arrival in Colombo be transferred to Negombo. Overnight at Goldi Sands.
DAY 2
Negombo to Anuradhapura
Travel to Anuradhapura and take a tour of the city’s ancient ruins. Admire Sri Maha Bodhi, the oldest documented fi g tree in the world. Overnight at Palm Garden Village Anuradhapura.
DAY 3
Anuradhapura to Sigiriya
This morning, venture to Sigiriya and enjoy a half day tour to the ancient town of Polonnaruwa. Stay the next two nights at Hotel Sigiriya.
DAY 4
Sigiriya
Drive to nearby Sigiriya, Sir Lanka’s most iconic attraction. This dramatic rock fortress shelters some fi ne religious and royal artworks and architecture. Those fi t enough to climb the 2,000 plus stairs to the top will enjoy sweeping views. Wander through the ancient ruins of the city that was. Later, venture to Hiriwadunna where you will trek through the archetypal village.
DAY 5
Sigiriya to Kandy
En route to Kandy, stop at Dambulla Cave Temple. The hilltop temple complex consists of fi ve caves that have been converted to shrines. The temples off er spectacular views from the top and are fi lled with an array of Buddha statues and paintings. Stay the next two nights at OZO Kandy.
DAY 6
Kandy
Discover Kandy on a full day city tour including the beautiful Peradeniya Botanical Garden. Later this evening, visit one of the most important Buddhist artefacts at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
DAY 7
Kandy to Colombo
Venture through the beautiful countryside to Colombo. On arrival, discover the fascinating sites of Colombo as you take a half day tour through the commercial area of Fort, the noisy bazaar of Pettah or Pitakotuwa and the Wolvendaal Dutch Church. Drive through Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo’s upmarket residential area. Overnight at OZO Colombo.
DAY 8
Colombo Departure
Enjoy breakfast before being transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
Hotel Description
Day 1
Day 2
Negombo
Anuradhapura
Goldi Sands
Palm Garden Village
4/5
4/5
Day 3 and 4
Day 5 and 6
Day 7
Sigiriya
Kandy
Colombo
Hotel Sigiriya
OZO Kandy
OZO Colombo
4/5
4/5
4/5
What´s included
- 7 nights 4 star hotel accommodation
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Touring
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entrance Fees (except camera fees)
- Return airport transfers to accommodation
- Meals as indicated
Excluded
- Any Personal Expenses
- Tips and Gratitudes
- Any other meals than mentioned
- Tourist tax (payment in the hotel)
Additional Information
- All pricing is reflected in EURO unless otherwise specifically denoted and is valid at time of publication but is subject to change.
- All prices are per person sharing a double room. Single and Triple room rates available upon request.
- ‘From’ prices represent land only and low season twin share prices (unless otherwise clearly stated).
- Unless otherwise stated, prices include all government levies and airport taxes as at the date of publication.
- Dates, itineraries and prices are indicative only and subject to change by time booking.
- Private Travel prices are valid for travel during low season and will vary depending on date of travel.
- All Hotel Names stated in the tour itinerary may change to one of a similar Standard without prior notice..
- Some countries charge additional destination tax which are either per Person or per Night. These taxes can vary and must be paid directly at the location or hotel.
- Items listed under Booking Exclusions are NOT included in the price and must be paid directly at the location.
- All Tours are escorted by English-Speaking Guides unless otherwise mentioned.
- All Excursions are based on Join-In Capacity unless “Private Tour” is explicit mentioned. Private Tours are available upon request and with surcharges.
- Self-Drive Tours may not always include a car rental. Please check carefully the included and excluded box. Driver must be in posseion of an valid drivers license and for some countries an international license as well as a valid credit card.
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- Even if the tours are requested as displayed, on occasion Insider Journeys may be required to impose surcharges depending on variables in the destinations outside of its control. Due to hotel availability in some destinations the accommodation stated in the itinerary may change to that of a similar standard. In light of recent worldwide events and due to the ever-changing current situation, there may also need to be more flexibility applied to the touring content and schedule in certain incidences and sometimes at short notice. Please note that we will always endeavour to keep the inclusions as close as possible to those shown and to notify you as best we can should such changes arise, although we appreciate your understanding in that this may not always be possible.
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