Sri Lanka Wildlife and Culture
$3255
per personLeopards, Ruins, Tea Hills, and Tropical Shores.
Check off Sri Lanka from your bucket list with this ultimate tropical island adventure! Discover the island’s rich heritage and culture, from ascending the ancient Sigiriya fortress to spirituality in Dambulla’s caves. Trek serene tea hills in Hatton. Go on thrilling safaris in Yala to spot leopards and elephants. Uncover Galle’s colonial charm, connecting history with vibrant modern life.
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14 Days, 13 Nights: Negombo, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Hatton, Yala, Galle, Colombo
ⓘ Daily Departures Includes hotels, daily breakfast, guided excursions, private driver with private airport transfer.
ⓘ Travel Styles Small group or private flex date
Negombo
Negombo City Tour
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura Sacred City Tour; Sigiriya Rock Fortress Experience; Polonnaruwa Tour; Dambulla Cave Temple and a local Batik maker workshop tour
Kandy
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha; Kandy Lake; Gem Gallery tour; Royal Botanical Gardens
Yala National Park
3 Wildlife Safaris
Galle
Galle Fort and City Tour; River Safari, Sea Turtles & Tea Factory with Stilt Fishmen
Colombo
Colombo City Tour
Small Group
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels, 8-16 guests
Private Tour
Daily Departure with ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels
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Private tour with Customization
Birds Eye view of Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Stunning Buddha statues carved in granite at Polonnaruwa
Yala National Park has one of the highest densities of leopards in the world
This ancient temple complex showcases 150 stunning Buddha statues
Galle is known for stunning beaches, the ancient Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse
Drive through Tea Plantations
13 Nights Accommodation
Sri Lanka Tour Itinerary
🛏️ 1 NIGHT IN NEGOMBO
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN SRI LANKA
Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport (CMB) you will be transferred to your hotel in Negombo. The rest of the day is free.
Negombo is a charming coastal town located 25 miles north of Colombo. The town’s rich colonial history is a fascinating blend of influences from the Portuguese, Dutch, and British who ruled the region at different times. This seaside town, strategically located near the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, was a key center for the spice trade, particularly cinnamon.
🍴 Meals: None
🛏️ 3 NIGHTS IN ANURADHAPURA
DAY 2: NEGOMBO CITY TOUR
Start the tour with a full-day guided tour of Negombo.
Visit St Mary’s Church (built by the Portuguese in the 1500s). See coral reefs and a shipwreck. Take a boat ride at Hamilton Canal (expanded by the Dutch in 1600s). Experience the diverse wildlife of Muthurajawela Marsh.
Then transfer from Negombo to Anuradhapura (about 4 hours in the afternoon).
The ancient city of Anuradhapura is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It has beautiful natural surroundings, including reservoirs and lush landscapes that make it a serene location.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: ANURADHAPURA SACRED CITY TOUR
Let’s dive into the cradle of Sri Lanka Buddhism today.
After breakfast, a full-day guided tour of the sacred city of Anuradhapura (8 hours in the morning). You will visit Mihintale which is the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is a significant pilgrimage site and there are many ancient stupas and a monastery.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: SIGIRIYA FORTRESS & POLONNARUWA
After breakfast, a full-day guided tour of Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Polonnaruwa (8 hours in the morning).
We visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sigiriya Rock built by King Kassapa in the 5th century AD. Today Sigiriya Rock is a treasure trove of rare ancient art. In a pocket of the giant rock are the famous frescoes of the heavenly maidens of Sigiriya. It is also called the ‘Rock Fortress’ or ‘the Lion Rock’ because of the huge crouching lion that is carved at the entrance to the fortress. This citadel is more than 1,000 ft above the jungles below.
Visit Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which is a well-preserved ancient city. Explore the Royal Palace, a rock temple with stunning Buddha statues carved in granite, stone columns and fascinating ruins.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️ 2 NIGHTS IN KANDY
DAY 5: ANURADHAPURA – KANDY | DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE
After breakfast we depart for Kandy (3 hour) with a full day excursion. Enroute we visit Dambulla Cave Temple and then continue to Kandy. The Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning collection of Buddha statues and intricate murals within five ancient caves.
Visit a local Batik Maker Workshop. Batik is a traditional fabric dyeing technique that showcases cultural identity and artistry.
Arrive at Kandy, nestled amidst misty hills in central Sri Lanka, next to the serene Kandy Lake. It has a rich cultural heritage and lush botanical gardens.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: KANDY CITY TOUR, TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH RELIC
After breakfast we explore Kandy city. (8 hours in the morning)
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha, located in the royal palace complex, which houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha. It is one of Sri Lanka’s eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit Kandy Lake and a gem gallery (window shopping for precious stones such as blue sapphire, pink sapphire, ruby and more).
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️ 2 NIGHTS IN HATTON
DAY 7: KANDY – HATTON | PERADENIYA BOTANICAL GARDEN
After breakfast we explore the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya which spreads over 160 acres of exquisite beauty with more than 4,000 species of flora (2 hours in the morning).
Transfer to Hatton by vehicle (3 hours). A scenic drive to the hill stations.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: HATTON
Today is free.
Hatton is the Tea Capital of Sri Lanka. The town offers lush tea plantations, misty hills, and cascading waterfalls. We suggest you to consider a spa treatment at the hotel, bicycle ride through the surrounding tea plantations, explore vibrant gardens, or visit a tea estate.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️ 2 NIGHTS IN YALA
DAY 9: HATTON – YALA | AFTERNOON JUNGLE SAFARIS
After breakfast we take a leisurely drive to Yala (4 hours in the morning) the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Upon arrival, check in for 2 nights stay at the resort.
Enjoy your afternoon jungle safari (4 hours in the afternoon).
Yala National Park is spread over an area of 979 sq. km (378 sq. miles). It was one of the first two officially designated national parks in Sri Lanka. This game park is famous for having one of the highest densities of leopards in the world. Yala Park has 3 of Sri Lanka’s Big Five: Leopards, Asian Elephants and Sloth Bears. Unfortunately, the remaining 2 of the Big Five (Blue Whales and Sperm Whales) are unavailable on land. 44 other species of mammals and other wildlife are found in the park including wild bears, peacocks, wild buffalo, sambar and spotted deer, in addition to 130 species of birds.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10: MORNING AND AFTERNOON JUNGLE SAFARI
Enjoy a morning jungle safari (4 hours) and an afternoon jungle safari (4 hours) in Yala National Park. On these interesting safaris you are likely to see spotted deer, wild boars and wild elephants in addition to a wide variety of birds. There are also high chances of spotting sloth bears and leopards. With an average 1 leopard per sq. km, Yala has the highest density of leopards in Asia!
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️ 2 NIGHTS IN GALLE
DAY 11: YALA – GALLE | GALLE FORT WALKING TOUR
In the morning, we depart for the coastal town of Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a thriving beach destination in Sri Lanka. (2 hours in the morning).
After arriving in Galle, we enjoy a walking tour of the Heritage City of Galle and explore the Dutch Fortress.
Galle was the most ancient and important harbor of Sri Lanka. Galle Old Town was founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. The old town is known for its stunning beaches and Galle Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12: GALLE | RIVER SAFARI, SEA TURRLES & TEA FACTORY
Today, follow your guided tour of Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtles & Tea Factory to witness a curious feature – the stilt fishermen on the coast who carefully balance themselves before casting their fishing lines.
Visit a tea plantation and spice plantation. You can learn about the cultivation and processing of tea and spices like cinnamon, clove and more. There are opportunities to taste and purchase fresh tea and spices. A sensory-rich adventure!
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️ 1 NIGHT IN COLOMBO
DAY 13: GALLE – COLOMBO | COLOMBO CITY TOUR
After breakfast we drive to Colombo (3 hours in the morning).
This afternoon we take a guided tour to visit Colombo City.
Pettah Bazaar: A bustling local market.
Old Dutch Museum: A 17th century colonial building showcasing the Dutch influence.
Former home to Count August Carl Van Ranzow: This historic building also served as an orphanage and military hospital
Then transfer to your hotel in Colombo.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 14: COLOMBO AIRPORT (CMB)
After breakfast we transfer to Colombo Airport for your flight home.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
‣Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.
‣Excursion duration and start time are subjected to change without prior notice.
Small Group Departures (Double Room, Land Only)
- ‣ Guarantee Departure with 8 Travelers, Maximum 16 Travelers
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| Year 2026 | |
| Feb 11 – Feb 24 | $4,530 |
| Sep 9 – Sep 22 | $3,255 |
| Nov 4 – Nov 17 | $3,610 |
Private Tour, Flex Date Departures (Double Room, Land Only)
| Tour Season | |
| Year 2026 |
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| January | $5,220 |
| February | $5,365 |
| March | $4,690 |
| April | $4,585 |
| May
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$4,140 |
| June | $4,160 |
| July | $4,495 |
| August | $4,405 |
| September | $4,070 |
| October | $4,160 |
| November | $4,425 |
Optional Add-ons:
- ‣ Additional hotel nights are available at each city.
- ‣ Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrades available in the same hotel, please advise the budget.
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.| Destination |
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| Negombo |
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| Anuradhapura | The Lake Forest Hotel |
| Kandy |
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| Hatton | The Argyle - Luxury Boutique Hotel |
| Yala | Cinnamon Wild Yala |
| Galle |
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| Colombo | Cinnamon Lakeside |
- * Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of reservation.
- * Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrade available in the same hotel.
Accommodation Classification
- CLASSIC ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- DELUXE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
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Small Group Departures (Double Room, Land Only)
- ‣ Guarantee Departure with 8 Travelers, Maximum 16 Travelers
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| Year 2026 | |
| Feb 11 – Feb 24 | $4,530 |
| Sep 9 – Sep 22 | $3,255 |
| Nov 4 – Nov 17 | $3,610 |
Small Group Tour Price Details (Land Only)
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy with minimum 2 persons traveling together. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 8 guests, maximum of 16 guests.
Private Tour, Flex Date Departures (Double Room, Land Only)
| Tour Season | |
| Year 2026 |
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| January | $5,220 |
| February | $5,365 |
| March | $4,690 |
| April | $4,585 |
| May | $4,140 |
| June | $4,160 |
| July | $4,495 |
| August | $4,405 |
| September | $4,070 |
| October | $4,160 |
| November | $4,425 |
Private Tour Price Details
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. Surcharge dates: Jan 1-10, April 16-24, Dec 16-31 and major holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
- ‣ Round Trip Private Airport Transfer
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest airport is CBM (Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo).
- ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Private English-speaking Driver cum Guide
- ‣ Private Airport Transfers
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfast and Selected of the Meals (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
Optional Add-Ons
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
Exclusions
- ‣ Air Fare
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
- Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of 45% of the land tour price is due within 3 days of booking confirmation. Full payment to be made 70 days prior to the departure date.
- ‣ The airfare is due upon flight booking. Airfare and flight schedule shown are indicative only. Actual prices and schedule will be available at flight booking. All airfares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing..
- ‣ Credit card fee for non-US issued credit card is 1%. No charge for most other credit cards.
- Suggested Gratuity
- ‣ Local Guide: US $7 per person per day of sightseeing. US $4 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Driver: US $5 per person per day of sightseeing. US $3 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Gratuities may be paid in local currency or US dollars. You can tip the guides and drivers when they finish their assignment with you e.g. end of day, end of city stay, on departure, etc.
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