PRIVATE TOUR: Discover Sri Lanka's most famous tourist attractions, rare wildlife experiences in Yala National park with the opportunity to spot leopards and herds of Asian elephants, go on to explore the popular Sigiriya Rock fortress to witness remarks of early civilisation and the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, the iconic Dambulla Cave temple and the last Sri Lankan kingdom - Anuradapura, Kandy Temple of Tooth before exploring busy Colombo city.
HIGHLIGHTS
Colombo - Dambulla - Sigiriya
Upon your arrival at Colombo airport you will be met with our representative and drive you to Dambulla Cave temple, en route stop by market city centre if you wish and try local fruits, drinks and Explore the complex of Golden Cave temple at Dambulla and Museum then continue to your hotel and spend the rest of your evening taking a dip in a massive pool that hotel has to offer.
Overnight stay Dambulla | 4 star rated hotel |Breakfast included
Sigiriya –Polonnaruwa
This morning visit Sigiriya Rock fortress, climb this 200m high UNESCO world heritage stated rock dating back to the 12th Century. Take in the incredible view on the top of the rock. While climbing up the spiral staircase, take your time to see the famous painting. In the afternoon, proceed to Polonnaruwa medieval capital of Sri Lanka; explore the remarkable ruins and statues. The Royal palace belongs to the 11th and 12th century BC, Polonnaruwa is one of the most important archaeological sites in Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993, it comprises monuments built by the Cholas
Overnight stay Sigiriya | 4 star rated hotel | Breakfast included
Sigiriya – Anuradhapura
This morning proceed to the one of the most important and Buddhist significant site of Anuradhapura, the Ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asian most Evocative sights, The sprawling temple complex contains a rich collection of archaeological architectural, including Ruwanveliseya stupa and the Boo tree has been historically authenticated and continually documented and its thought have been planted between 245-288 BC (over 2000 years ago) and believed to be oldest tree in the worlds
Overnight stay Anuradhapura | 4 star rated hotel | Breakfast included
Anuradhapura - Kandy
This morning drive to Kandy to visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy which houses the relic, the tooth of the Lord Buddha. Kandy was the last capital of Sri Lankan Kings and is a World Heritage Site. After exploring the temple you will be checked in to the Kandy hotel. In the evening enjoy the culture dance, music show at YMCA
Overnight stay Kandy | 4 star rated hotel | Breakfast included
Kandy – Colombo
After breakfast, visit Peradeniya botanical Gardens, one of the oldest Botanical Gardens in the world believed to have more than 4000 species of plants, before returning back to Colombo
Sadly, your Sri Lanka tour concludes today with a transfer to Colombo or any nearby hotel if you are extending your stay in Sri Lanka.
We hope that you enjoyed your Sri Lankan holiday with us,
Thank You!
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SRI LANKA BUDDHA & HISTORY | 5 DAY TOUR
FROM: £540 pp