Cultural Sri Lanka

From$1999USD
14 days,Negombo to Colombo
Trip Code: ASSL

Exploring Sigriya rock fortress, going eyeball-to-eyeball with the residents of an elephant sanctuary, watching the stilt fishermen in Galle, savouring flavours at a village meal, gaining insight into the national heritage at a tea plantation, relaxing on pristine beaches.

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For most travellers, Sri Lanka has been off the map for too long. It's back. Discover the vibrant colours, diverse cultures and swaying palm trees of this tropical jewel on a 14-day trip designed to please. You'll explore tea plantations and rock fortresses, try stilt fishing in Galle and get inspired at an elephant sanctuary and the children's orphanage in Negombo. This trip is about more than just beaches and stunning views; it's about the inspiring people you'll meet along the way.

What's Included

  • Walking tour of a fishing village, Boat ride in the Dutch canal, Visit to Dambulla Cave Temple, Village tour with local lunch, Tour of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Visit to a spice plantation and herbal centre, Walking tour of Kandy town, Visit to the Temple of the Tooth, Kandyan cultural dance performance, Visit to tea factory, Walking tour of Nuwareliya Market, Tour of Galle Fort and stilt fishing.
  • 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch. (Allow USD280-340 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels (13 nts)
  • Public bus, van, boat, train
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides
  • Small group experience; Max 16, avg 10.
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Places Visited
  • Sri Lanka
Day 1 Negombo

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Negombo (1B)

Boat ride in Dutch Canal. Mix with the locals at the fish market.

Day 3-4 Sigiriya (2B,1L)

Visit Dambulla Cave Temple before catching the sunset over the lake. Guided tour of the rock fortress of Sigiriya—a World Heritage site. Meet locals and share a meal in a nearby village.

Day 5-6 Kandy (2B)

Drive through Knuckles Mountain Range and visit a spice plantation en route to Kandy. Take in a cultural performance in the evening. Guided visit to the famous Temple of the Tooth. Opt to visit the Botanical Gardens.

Day 7-8 Nuwara Eliya (2B)

Depart Kandy by train. Explore a traditional tea plantation in the central highlands. Gain insight into the process of growing tea and its effect on the Ceylon region. Opt to visit Horton Plains Nature Reserve for a hike in the forest or take it easy and stroll the local markets.

Day 9 Uda Walawe/Mirissa (1B)

Visit the Elephant Transit Home at Uda Walawe. Arrive at the beach at Mirissa in time for some well-deserved rest and relaxation.

Day 10 Mirissa (1B)

Free day to explore. Opt to visit the Ayurvedic health centre located near the hotel—or try some surfing and snorkelling.

Day 11 Galle/Hikkaduwa Beach (1B)

Learn about stilt fishing—a tradition founded and practiced in this area. Experience the cultural history of Sri Lanka's south coast at the colonial Dutch fort of Galle. Following the city tour, head to Hikkaduwa Beach.

Day 12 Hikkaduwa Beach (1B)

Pristine beaches offer a perfect setting to relax. Opt to go dolphin and whale watching, windsurfing, fishing or snorkelling.

Day 13 Colombo (1B)

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Day 14 Colombo (1B)

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