Spirit of Sri Lanka
Duration
8 Days
Departure Day
Daily
Group Size
Private Tour
Tour Type
Destination Trip
Trip Grading
Moderate
Breakfast
Daily Breakfast
Hotel Category
4 Star Hotels
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SKU: IJFSPC-ALLCY- 22
Tags: 8-Days, Destination Trip, Private Journey, 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 prices exclude airfares (unless specified), visa fees, travel insurance and any additional personal expenses.
Prices are per person sharing a double room. Single and triple rooms rates are available upon request.
Dates, itineraries and prices are indicative and subject to change based on the season.
Hotels mentioned in the itinerary may change due to availability, but will always be of equivalent or higher category.
Some countries charge additional destination taxes per person or per night that can only be paid directly at the location.
All displayed tour maps are originated from Google Maps and are only indicative. They are not representative of the exact travel routes of the itinerary.
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Spirit of Sri Lanka