Sri Lanka Heritage & Nature Tour – 8 Days
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This 8-day journey takes you from bustling Colombo to the cultural heart of the ancient capitals—Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, and Sigiriya—before immersing in wildlife safaris, Kandy’s sacred traditions, and the cool beauty of Nuwara Eliya. A balanced mix of heritage, adventure, and natural charm.
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Cultural & Heritage
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Nature & Wildlife
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Tea Country & Scenic Highlands
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City Exploration
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Village & Local Lifestyle
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival & Colombo City Tour
Arrive in Sri Lanka and begin your holiday with a guided city tour of Colombo, where modern skyscrapers meet colonial architecture, bustling markets, and peaceful temples.
- Meet & greet at airport, transfer to Colombo
- Afternoon Colombo city tour
- Visit Pettah Bazaar, Gangaramaya Temple & Independence Square
- Explore Galle Face Green and colonial buildings
- Dinner & overnight stay in Colombo
Day 2 - Ancient Capital Anuradhapura & Transfer to Habarana
Travel back in time at Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s first capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to centuries-old temples, stupas, and the sacred Bodhi tree.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Travel to Anuradhapura for a city tour
- Visit Ruwanweliseya, Jetawanaramaya, Abhayagiriya & Thuparamaya
- Explore the sacred Bodhi Tree and monastic ruins
- Evening transfer to Habarana
- Dinner & overnight stay in Habarana
Day 3 - Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Habarana Village Walk
Climb the world-famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress and experience authentic Sri Lankan rural life with a village walk, bullock cart ride, and traditional lunch.
- Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO site)
- Discover frescoes, mirror wall & lion staircase
- Afternoon Habarana village experience: paddy fields, tractor ride & boat safari
- Traditional village-style lunch
- Dinner & overnight stay in Habarana
Day 4 - Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari
Discover the medieval capital Polonnaruwa with its ancient ruins and statues before heading for an exciting jeep safari at Minneriya National Park, famed for large elephant gatherings.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Guided city tour of Polonnaruwa (UNESCO site)
- Visit ancient temples, palace ruins & statues
- Afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park
- Dinner & overnight stay in Habarana
Day 5 - Matale Spice Garden & Journey to Kandy
En route to Kandy, explore a spice garden in Matale with a live cookery demonstration and visit the colorful Sri Muthumariamman Hindu Temple before reaching Sri Lanka’s hill capital.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Matale spice garden & cookery demo
- Explore Sri Muthumariamman Hindu Temple
- Scenic drive to Kandy
- Dinner & overnight stay in Kandy
Day 6 - Kandy City & Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Immerse in Kandy’s culture with a city tour, including the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and enjoy the lush Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya.
- Breakfast at hotel
- City tour of Kandy: Upper Lake Drive & Market Square
- Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO site)
- Explore Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- Dinner & overnight stay in Kandy
Day 7 - Nuwara Eliya & Tea Country Experience
Journey to Nuwara Eliya, the “Little England” of Sri Lanka. Explore tea plantations, scenic waterfalls, and colonial charm before a scenic train ride back to Kandy.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya
- Visit tea plantation & tea factory
- Explore colonial-style town and gardens
- Return to Kandy by train
- Dinner & overnight stay in Kandy
Day 8 - Departure
Bid farewell to Sri Lanka with cherished memories as you transfer to the airport or continue to a relaxing beach resort.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Departure transfer to airport or beach resort
- End of tour
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