Sri Lankan Cultural Getaway7 days - From 1275 €
Voyage au Sri Lanka – Sigiriya, l'ancienne forteresse rocheuse
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Sri Lankan Cultural Getaway

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7 days

Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian ocean, has so much more to offer. From the cultural triangle to the tea plantations, to the national parks to the sandy beaches, follow us through this territory of wonders. You will be amazed by the landscapes and the local culture. Here, the budhist, hindu, muslim and Christian communities live in peace and welcome you all with open arms and warm hearts. They will gladly share their history and traditions with you. A unique adventure to come.

Sri Lankan Cultural Getaway

day 1

Colombo Airport - Negombo

Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka

Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka! Your driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to your first destination, Negombo.

After that, you enjoy a free day in Negombo.

Night at the hotel Heritance Negombo.

day 1

Colombo Airport - Negombo

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Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka

Ayubowan, welcome to Sri Lanka! Your driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to your first destination, Negombo.

After that, you enjoy a free day in Negombo.

Night at the hotel Heritance Negombo.

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day 2

Negombo - Sigiriya

Elephant safari in Kaudulla National Park

Negombo – Sigiriya by road. Half day entry to Kaudulla National Park.

A half-day safari in Kaudulla National Park bordering Minneriya National Park, home to monkeys, sambar deer and a large number of elephants. (Included).(Estimated duration of the safari : 2:30 hours).

Free afternoon.

Night at the hotel Amaya Lake.

day 2

Negombo - Sigiriya

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Elephant safari in Kaudulla National Park

Negombo – Sigiriya by road. Half day entry to Kaudulla National Park.

A half-day safari in Kaudulla National Park bordering Minneriya National Park, home to monkeys, sambar deer and a large number of elephants. (Included).(Estimated duration of the safari : 2:30 hours).

Free afternoon.

Night at the hotel Amaya Lake.

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day 3

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa

Cycling through the ancient royal capital

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa by road. Hop on a bicycle and set out on two wheels to explore the vast Polonnaruwa wooded park and discover the ruins (rental included).

Visit Polonnaruwa, the ancient royal capital (included). Take your time strolling through the ruins of this impressive site full of treasures and archaeological remains.

Night at the hotel Amaya Lake.

day 3

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa

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Cycling through the ancient royal capital

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa by road. Hop on a bicycle and set out on two wheels to explore the vast Polonnaruwa wooded park and discover the ruins (rental included).

Visit Polonnaruwa, the ancient royal capital (included). Take your time strolling through the ruins of this impressive site full of treasures and archaeological remains.

Night at the hotel Amaya Lake.

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day 4

Sigiriya - Kandy

Lion's Rock and the Dambulla caves

Visit the famous UNESCO-listed Fortress of Sigiriya, also known as Lion's Rock (included). The fortress complex includes remnants of a ruined palace, surrounded by an extensive network of fortifications, vast gardens, ponds, canals, alleys and fountains. The ruins of Kassapa Palace are a must-see, renowned for its frescoes and 360 ° views of the surrounding valley.

Sigiriya - Dambulla by road. Sheltered under a huge rocky ledge, the site of Dambulla and its 5 caves contain countless Buddha statues lined against the walls and sublime murals (included).

Dambulla - Kandy by road. Free afternoon.



Night at the hotel Mountbatten Bungalow.

day 4

Sigiriya - Kandy

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Lion's Rock and the Dambulla caves

Visit the famous UNESCO-listed Fortress of Sigiriya, also known as Lion's Rock (included). The fortress complex includes remnants of a ruined palace, surrounded by an extensive network of fortifications, vast gardens, ponds, canals, alleys and fountains. The ruins of Kassapa Palace are a must-see, renowned for its frescoes and 360 ° views of the surrounding valley.

Sigiriya - Dambulla by road. Sheltered under a huge rocky ledge, the site of Dambulla and its 5 caves contain countless Buddha statues lined against the walls and sublime murals (included).

Dambulla - Kandy by road. Free afternoon.



Night at the hotel Mountbatten Bungalow.

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day 5

Kandy

The Temple of the Tooth and Peradeniya gardens

A day in Kandy and its surroundings. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, a sacred temple that contains the most important Buddhist relic in the country. The legend says that the tooth was stolen from the Buddha's funeral pyre and brought to Sri Lanka hidden in the hair of a princess. (Tour included).

Kandy - Peradeniya by road. Visit the impressive Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya (included). Let yourself be captivated by the huge Java fig tree that covers an area of ​2500 m², trees with cannonballs or the majestic Araucarias trail that seems to dance!



Peradeniya - Kandy by road.

Night at the hotel Mountbatten Bungalow.

day 5

Kandy

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The Temple of the Tooth and Peradeniya gardens

A day in Kandy and its surroundings. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, a sacred temple that contains the most important Buddhist relic in the country. The legend says that the tooth was stolen from the Buddha's funeral pyre and brought to Sri Lanka hidden in the hair of a princess. (Tour included).

Kandy - Peradeniya by road. Visit the impressive Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya (included). Let yourself be captivated by the huge Java fig tree that covers an area of ​2500 m², trees with cannonballs or the majestic Araucarias trail that seems to dance!



Peradeniya - Kandy by road.

Night at the hotel Mountbatten Bungalow.

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day 6

Kandy - Negombo

Free morning and return to the coast

Free morning.

Kandy - Negombo by road.

Night at the hotel Heritance Negombo.

day 6

Kandy - Negombo

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Free morning and return to the coast

Free morning.

Kandy - Negombo by road.

Night at the hotel Heritance Negombo.

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day 7

Negombo - Colombo Airport

Safe journey home

Private transfer from Negombo to Colombo International Airport. Your driver will drop you at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight.

We wish you a safe journey home!

day 7

Negombo - Colombo Airport

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Safe journey home

Private transfer from Negombo to Colombo International Airport. Your driver will drop you at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight.

We wish you a safe journey home!

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7 days • From 1275 €

Included in the price

  • 24/7 assistance from your travel expert
  • Transfers by private micro-van (5 passengers) with an English speaking driver. The vehicles are equipped with air conditioning, radio, safety belts, and fire extinguishers.
  • The petrol, road taxes, car parking fees, insurance for the vehicle and driver, and accommodation and meals of the latter.
  • Accommodation as mentioned in the program, all hotels for the first 14 nights being certified “Safe & secure – Level 1”, in 2 double rooms.
  • Meals: breakfast at the hotel during the whole stay
  • Approved tourist sites and visits below
    • 2h safari in Kaudulla National Park (entrances & jeeps)
    • Sigiriya Fortress (number of people limited at 8 in the Fresco cave)
    • Polonnaruwa by bike
    • Peradeniya botanical garden
    • Tooth temple – Weekday from 11.30am to 1.30pm
  • A local SIM card to be able to communicate with your driver and travel expert during your stay
  • Government taxes and service taxes.

Not included in the price

  • Visa fees and bank charges
  • International flights and taxes
  • The services of a national guide (prices change according to the number of days and sites, ask your travel expert)
  • Baby seat for children under 5 years old / Children booster
  • Baby cot
  • Christmas and New year hotels’ supplement
  • Hotels’ supplement during the Esala Perahera in Kandy and the surroundings (July or August, days of this Perahera change every year according to the full moon)
  • The tips (they are part of the culture of the country, the locals themselves are used to tip)
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Dinners and lunches during your entire stay (2 to 3 € for a local meal and 8 to 20 € in a restaurant).
  • Personal insurance (covering repatriation, cancellation, medical fees unrelated to covid-19, etc.), we can provide one through our partner Chapka, ask your travel expert.
  • Anything that is not listed in the "Prices includes" section.

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