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8-Day Sri Lanka Scenic Route

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Trip Overview

Sri Lanka has a recorded history that spans back 3000 years. Like its massive neighbour India, Sri Lanka is a diverse country, home to many religions, ethnicity and languages.

On this week-long luxury Sri Lanka package, you'll be shown two different cultural aspects of the country that are hundreds and thousands of years old. You'll start in the old capitals of Sigiriya and Anuradhapura where expert guides will take you in the footsteps of Sri Lankan history before you make your way into the tea country in Nuwara Eliya.

After hopping on the train journey of a lifetime, you'll find yourself in Hatton, part of Nuwara Eliya, known as Little England as, during the times of British colonialism, this area became littered with the mansions of the tea factory owners. Still a tea capital of the world, you'll learn a little about tea production to finish off your trip.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Cycling

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Colombo

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Arrive in Colombo

Arrive at the airport and be taken through the VIP express service where your bags will be collected for you and you'll be taken directly to your transfer car. When you arrive at the hotel, the day will be yours to relax and unwind! You'll be located in southwestern Sri Lanka, in the town of Kotugoda which serves as an excellent base from which to explore the scenic surrounding area which is covered in coconut plantations, rice paddies and tea fields.

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    Accommodation

    The Wallawwa5 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bandaranaike International Airport to The Wallawwa, Minuwangoda-Gampaha-Miriswatta Road, Kotugoda, Sri Lanka

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Gampaha

Day 2

Travel to Sigiriya

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Travel to Sigiriya

Today you will catch the scheduled Cinnamon Air seaplane to travel to Sigiriya. You will meet your chauffeur guide at Sigiriya Airbase who will drive you to Ulagalla. Today, you may wish to visit Dambulla Cave Temple which is an hour from your resort. Dambulla cave temple is also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country.

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    Accommodation

    Ulagalla Resorts5 star

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    Activities

    Dambulla Cave TempleOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Plane from Negombo to Sigiriya

    Private Driver from Sigiriya to Ulagalla by Uga Escapes

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Gampaha

    North Central Province

    Dambulla

Day 3

Ancient Capitals

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Ancient Capitals

After early breakfast today, you will be taken to Sigiriya to climb the ancient rock fortress. The ruins of the capital built by the parricidal King Kassapa I lie on the slopes and at the summit of a granite peak standing some 180 metres high, the Lion's Rock. A series of galleries and staircases emerging from the mouth of a gigantic lion provides access to the site. In the evening, you will enjoy a cycle ride in Anuradhapura, the capital of Sri Lanka for more than 1000 years in ancient times.

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    Accommodation

    Ulagalla Resorts5 star

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    Activities

    Sigiriya Lion Rock

    Cycling in the Sacred City of Anuradhapura

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ulagalla by Uga Escapes to Sigiriya

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    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    North Central Province

    Sigiriya

    Anuradhapura

Day 4

The Cultural Capital of Kandy

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The Cultural Capital of Kandy

After a lovely breakfast today, you will be taken to Kandy the cultural capital in Sri Lanka, have lunch at the Royal Bar & Hotel in the city centre. In the evening you will visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country.  

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    Accommodation

    The Kandy House5 star

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    Activities

    Sri Dalada Maligawa

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    Restaurants

    Royal Bar & Hotel

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ulagalla by Uga Escapes to Kandy

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    North Central Province

    Kandy

Day 5

Catch a Train to the Countryside of Tea

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Catch a Train to the Countryside of Tea

Get onboard a vintage local train which is how the British used to travel during the colonial times in the late 1800s. You will have reserved seats for you and witness the beautiful ride alongside forests, villages, waterfalls and tea estates and the train journeys to the sleepy town amidst the hills that will take you to Hatton. Once you reach the destination you will be met by your Chauffeur Guide who will drive you to your bungalow. Relax and unwind.

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    Accommodation

    Ceylon Tea Trails5 star

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    Activities

    Train: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hatton to Dick oya

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kandy

    Central Province

Day 6

Dunkeld Tea Factory

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Dunkeld Tea Factory

This guided tour of the Dunkeld Tea Factory is the quintessential tea experience in Sri Lanka. Your resident Tea Planter will passionately delve into all aspects of tea in just the right amount of detail – from a look back to the early days of “planting” and the lifestyles of the early colonial settlers to the manufacturing process, and how flavours are created to suit various palates – he will get it covered. You'l have the rest of the day free.

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    Accommodation

    Ceylon Tea Trails5 star

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    Activities

    Ceylon Tea Trails - Dunkeld Tea Factory

    Nuwara EliyaOptional Activity

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Central Province

    Nuwara Eliya

Day 7

Journey back to the City of Colombo

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Journey back to the City of Colombo

Drive from the tea country just in time for a lovely walk around Colombo. You will meet the host at Galle Face Green. This experience fluidly combines some of the most interesting, yet unknown, sides of Colombo. The capital city is a densely packed metropolis with influences, both, local and colonial. The walk focuses on the economic, colonial, cultural and religious history of Colombo, with a particular emphasis on the famed area of Slave Island. Tasting menu at Dutch Hospital in city centre.

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    Accommodation

    Maniumpathy5 star

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    Activities

    Colombo City Tour

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    Restaurants

    Culinary Ceylon Tasting Menu

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ceylon Tea Trails - Norwood Bungalow to Colombo

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Central Province

    Colombo

Day 8

VIP Departure

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VIP Departure

Today concludes your beautiful Sri Lanka package. You'll be transferred to the airport in time for your flight, entering through the VIP doors. Your guide will assist with check in and take your bags. Once you are finished, you'll be taken to the executive lounge where you'll wait until the gate opens.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Colombo

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What’s included?

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits