Sri Lanka Discovery

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Observe leopards on safari in Yala National Park. Referred by locals as the Eighth Wonder of the World – Sigirya is the most visited highlight in Sri Lanka. Search for the world‘s largest creature,the Blue Whale on a morning cruise off the coast of Sri Lanka (September to April). Visit one of Anuradhapura‘s most revered Buddhist temples sites, Ruvanvelisaya Dagoba. On a walking tour, wander through the old streets and ramparts of Galle Fort which has been influenced by Dutch, Portuguese and British.

From EUR € 2.455

Tour Details

Specification: Sri Lanka Discovery

Country

Sri Lanka
Duration

15 Days
Departure

Sundays
Group Size

16 (Maximum)
Tour Type

Small Group Journey
Trip Grading

Active, Moderate
Breakfast

Daily Breakfast
Meals

4 Dinners, 4 Lunches
Hotel

3 – 4 Star Hotels
Price

Per Person in Double Room
Guaranteed

With 4 Persons
SKU IJDB-SGJ-33-2023 / 2024 Category Tags , ,
On arrival in Colombo, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time until your tour briefing. Stay the next two nights at Ramada Colombo (or similar).
Discover Colombo’s main sites including the Fort district, kovils (Tamil Hindu temples) and the Gangaramaya Temple. Walk through the Pettah street market area before a free evening.
Drive to Anuradhapura stopping en route at Negombo’s famous fish market. On the journey, you may see locals ‘toddy tapping’, a process which produces a popular local alcoholic beverage. On arrival in Anuradhapura, enjoy free time to relax. Stay the next two nights at Palm Garden Village (or similar).
Explore the ancient complex of Mihintale and climb to the hill temples for spectacular views. Enjoy free time before an afternoon tour of Anuradhapura’s main sites. In the evening, see pilgrims praying under the huge dome of Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba.
Depart Anuradhapura and visit a rural village near Habarana and have a simple lunch. Journey on to the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa to explore the remains of the Royal Palace complex and neighbouring Quadrangle with superb Buddha images. Continue to Sigiriya and enjoy dinner at the hotel. Stay the next two nights at Hotel Sigiriya (or similar).
Sigiriya Rock is one of Sri Lanka’s iconic attractions. Spend time exploring Sigiriya and depending on your level of fitness, climb to the summit. Return to the hotel and enjoy a morning at leisure. Take an afternoon tour of Ritigala, a deserted forest monastery followed by dinner.
Drive from Sigiriya to Dambulla, where you’ll visit the hilltop caves. Before a local lunch, visit a tropical spice garden then continue to Kandy. Stay the next two nights at Hotel Suisse (or similar).
Rise early to visit the Temple of the Tooth. Enjoy a local breakfast before embarking on a city tour and stroll through the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Enjoy a Sri Lankan cooking demonstration with dinner.
Take an old-fashioned train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya. On arrival in Nuwara Eliya, visit a tea plantation and enjoy a short town tour. Overnight at Grand Hotel (or similar).
Descend to the lowlands via the town of Ella. Take an easy walk to Little Adam’s Peak and pass the Ravana Waterfalls. In the afternoon, arrive at Tissa, your base for Yala National Park. Stay the next two nights at Oak Ray Wild (or similar).


Enjoy an early morning and late afternoon safari at Yala National Park, famous for its leopards. Spend time relaxing at the resort during the day.


Drive from Tissa to Mirissa. Stop en route at Mulkirigala to visit an unusual temple which features Buddhist art. On arrival, enjoy lunch before spending the afternoon at leisure. Relax with dinner at your hotel. Overnight at Mandara Mirissa (or similar).

This morning, board a boat to search for the Blue whale (September to April only – an alternative local activity will be arranged from May to October). After lunch, drive to Galle. Discover Galle Fort, a great place to explore the quaint streets. Stay the next two nights at Hikka Tranz By Cinnamon (or similar).
Enjoy free time to further explore. This afternoon, visit a turtle hatchery focussing on conservation before enjoying a farewell group dinner in Galle Fort.
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Colombo for your onward journey.

What´s included

  • 14 nights in described Hotel or similar
  • Daily Breakfast for 2 Persons
  • Meals as indicated
  • 1 Dinner
  • Train from Kandy to Nuwara Eilya
  • Yala National Park Jeep Safaris
  • Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Small group touring
  • All Entrance fees
  • English speaking tour leader
  • All Tipping
  • Arrival and departure transfers

Excluded

  • Any Personal Expenses
  • Visa fees
  • Porters
  • Insurance and personal expenses such as laundry, mini-bar, telephone and drinks

Departure Dates and Rates

START DATEEND DATEPRICE TWIN ROOMPRICE SGL ROOMDEPARTURES
Sunday, 21 January 2024Sunday, 4 February 202424753367Available
Sunday, 11 February 2024Sunday, 25 February 202424753367Guaranteed
Sunday, 10 March 2024Sunday, 24 March 202424753367Guaranteed
Sunday, 7 April 2024Sunday, 21 April 202424553501Available
Sunday, 28 April 2024Sunday, 12 May 202424553501Available
Sunday, 26 May 2024Sunday, 9 June 202424553501Available
Sunday, 23 June 2024Sunday, 7 July 202424553501Available
Sunday, 21 July 2024Sunday, 4 August 202425493494Available
Sunday, 11 August 2024Sunday, 25 August 202425493494Available
Sunday, 1 September 2024Sunday, 15 September 202424553501Available
Sunday, 29 September 2024Sunday, 13 October 202424553501Available
Sunday, 27 October 2024Sunday, 10 November 202424553501Available
Sunday, 17 November 2024Sunday, 1 December 202427433709Available
Sunday, 8 December 2024Sunday, 22 December 202427433709Available
Sunday, 19 January 2025Sunday, 2 February 202528913991Available
Sunday, 9 February 2025Sunday, 23 February 202528913991Available
Sunday, 9 March 2025Sunday, 23 March 202528913991Available
Sunday, 30 March 2025Sunday, 13 April 202528913991Available

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