Sri Lanka in Slow Motion
Duration
15 days
Max Group Size
10
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Age Requirement
1 - 85 Ages
Tour Overview
Experience the best of Sri Lanka on this captivating 15-day journey blending culture, wildlife, heritage, and coastal relaxation. Discover the vibrant city of Colombo, witness adorable elephants at Pinnawala, stroll through lush tea estates, and explore the cultural treasures of Kandy, including the revered Temple of the Tooth. Venture into the untouched wilderness of Gal Oya National Park for thrilling wildlife safaris before unwinding on the golden beaches of Pasikuda. Step back in time at the ancient UNESCO World Heritage sites of Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya, marvel at Dambulla’s sacred cave temples, and enjoy authentic Sri Lankan traditions, scenic landscapes, and unforgettable experiences throughout your holiday.
Route
Starts from
Colombo
Ends in
Colombo
Pickup Location
Colombo
Dropoff Location
Colombo
Highlights
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at Colombo airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for sightseeing tour to Colombo, visit Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Colombo National Museum and Seema Malakaya. Also visit to Beira Lake at Colombo. After finish your sightseeing tour to Colombo, later continue drive to Rambukkana. Upon arrival at Rambukkana check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later enjoy the visit to Pinnawala elephant orphanage (baby elephant feeding and bathing) also visit Royal botanical garden. After finish your visit at Pinnawala, later move forward to guided walk tour to the tea estate. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kandy, via en-route visit to Royal Botanic Gardens and Gatabe Rajopanaramaya (Buddhist Temple) at Peradeniya. Upon arrival at Kandy check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Kandy, visit Royal Botanical Garden, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Old Royal Palace and Sri Natha Devalaya Temple Square. Also enjoy the artificial Kandy Lake and later enjoy the typical Sri Lankan Cultural Performance. After finish your sightseeing tour at Kandy, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gal Oya. Upon arrival at Gal Oya check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Early morning before breakfast drive to Gal Oya National Park a remote island and observe wildlife on Gal Oya lake including crocodile, deer, elephant and many rare and endemic species of birds. After finish your morning game drive, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast and spend some quality time with leisure activities. After lunch at hotel, later proceed for another safari / Game drive to the Nilgala section of the park. Also you have optional activities to explore on foot, hiking through the park with the expert naturalists.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pasikuda. Upon arrival at Pasikuda check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later day free for leisure activities. Also you can do some optional activities like, kite surfing, boogie boarding to surfing and sailing across in a canoe. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Sigiriya, via en-route visit to Polonnaruwa, visit medieval city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, which include's the Royal Palace and the Gal Vihare complex with its four images of the Buddha cut from a single slab of granite. Also visit the giant statue of Polonnaruwa's greatest king. After finish your visit at Polonnaruwa, later continue drive to Sigiriya. Upon arrival at Sigiriya check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Sigiriya, visit the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress located in the heart of Sri Lanka which is built in the 5th century, Sigiriya Rock (also known as Lion Rock) is an amazing feat of engineering, rising 200 metres above the surrounding landscape. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982, Sigiriya Rock is one of the best preserved cities from the first millennium in Asia. After finish your sightseeing tour at Sigiriya, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Dambulla. Upon arrival at Dambulla check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Dambulla, visit Aluviharaya Rock Cave Temple, Fort Macdowall and spice garden. Also you can visit Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, Golden statue of Buddha and Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Colombo. Upon arrival at Colombo check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Colombo visit Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Colombo National Museum and Seema Malakaya. Also visit to Beira Lake at Colombo. After finish your sightseeing tour to Colombo, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Colombo airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Trip includes
Included
Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis
• 2 Nights in Colombo
• 2 Nights in Rambukkana
• 2 Nights in Kandy
• 2 Nights in Gal Oya
• 2 Nights in Passikudah
• 2 Nights in Sigiriya
• 2 Nights in Dambulla
Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs
Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.
• Local English speaking chauffeur-guide throughout the tour.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian• 14 Breakfast at Hotel.
Vegan
Jain
Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTransportation Details
All sightseeing and airport transfers for this tour will be arranged in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles to ensure a pleasant travel experience.
Vehicle Categories:
• 1–2 guests: Air-conditioned medium cars such as Toyota Etios, Swift Dzire, or similar.
• 3–4 guests: Air-conditioned large cars such as Toyota Innova or similar.
• 5–10 guests: Air-conditioned mini-vans such as Tempo Traveller or similar.
Additional Information:
• All vehicles will be driven by experienced, Local English-speaking drivers.
• Our drivers are well-trained, familiar with local routes, and committed to providing a safe and comfortable journey.
• Vehicle allocation will be based on the group size to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for all travelers.
• 14 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
• Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At.
• Daily breakfast at Hotel.
• All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
• Local English speaking chauffeur-guide throughout the tour.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
• 2 Wildlife safari Gal Oya National Park with professional naturalist.
• Visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
• One mineral water bottle per person per day.
• All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Excluded
• Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability, and cost of healthcare around the world, travel insurance is an essential and necessary part of every journey. We strongly recommend that all travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to ensure protection and compensation for any cancellations or trip interruptions with any cause, as well as for other unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and travel disruptions.
• Visas Fee (if applicable).
• Monument entry fees.
• The package does not include the cost of visas and SDF charges, if applicable.
• Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
• Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
• International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
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