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Sigiriya Rock rising above the Cultural Triangle landscape

7 days from the Cultural Triangle to the sea

4-Star Cultural & Coastal Sri Lanka

Explore Sigiriya, village life and Dambulla before Kandy and the tea country, then enjoy two nights based in Bentota and a Colombo finish. Six proposed 4-star hotel nights include half-board.

Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Package price
US$795 per person
Party total
US$1,590 total for 2 adults
Accommodation
4-star hotels

The route

Sigiriya · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota · Colombo

Two adults looking for a week of heritage regions, highland scenery and extra time at the coast.

  1. 01Pinnawala, a traditional village experience and Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  2. 02Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy’s Tooth Relic temple and a 5 PM dance performance
  3. 03Ramboda Falls, Damro Labookellie tea estate and Gregory Lake
  4. 04Turtle conservation, Madu River, Cinnamon Island and two Bentota nights
  5. 05Colombo’s historic landmarks, Galle Face Green and Gangaramaya Temple

Route map

Preparing your island route…

The island, day by day

Follow your Sri Lanka journey

From one place to the next, see how your days connect across the island. Follow the route as you explore the suggested itinerary.

Proposed hotels and half-board stays follow this route. Entrance tickets, safari jeeps, boat rides and other paid activities are not included in the package price. Your final quote confirms the daily schedule, hotels and availability.

Your island journeyYour complete Sri Lanka route
Day 01Sigiriya

Pinnawala, village life & Sigiriya

Begin at Pinnawala, experience traditional village life with a local lunch, boat ride and bullock cart journey, then climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress before checking in to your hotel.

  1. Elephants bathing in the river at Pinnawala Elephant OrphanageStop 01
    Photo: Alexey Komarov · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized

    Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

    See the elephants up close, learn about their daily routines and enjoy the feeding experience, with time to explore the traditional village surroundings.

  2. A thatched bullock cart beside green paddy fields in rural Sri LankaStop 02
    A representative photo of the traditional bullock cart journey.Photo: Dileep Kaluaratchie · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized

    Traditional village experience

    Experience traditional Sri Lankan village life with a local lunch, a peaceful boat ride, a bullock cart journey and a walk through the village surroundings.

  3. Sigiriya Rock Fortress rising above the surrounding forestStop 03

    Sigiriya Rock Fortress

    Discover the historic rock fortress and climb its approximately 1,200 steps for spectacular views of the surrounding landscapes.

Proposed stay
Tropical Life
Overnight area
Sigiriya & Dambulla
Meals
Half-board (HB)
Room
Standard double room (STD)
Explore Sigiriya & Dambulla travel guide
Day 02Kandy

Dambulla & Kandy

Visit Dambulla Cave Temple on the way to Kandy. Explore gem centres, spice gardens and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, followed by the 5 PM dance performance and your hotel stay.

  1. Seated Buddha statues and painted ceilings inside Dambulla Cave TempleStop 01

    Dambulla Cave Temple

    Admire the impressive collection of Buddha statues, ancient wall paintings and beautifully preserved cave interiors.

  2. Trays of cut Sri Lankan gemstones presented in KandyStop 02
    Gemstones presented in Kandy; a representative photo of the gem centre visit.Photo: Ji-Elle · CC BY-SA 3.0 · resized

    Gem centres

    Discover Sri Lanka’s traditional craftsmanship and the island’s famous gemstones with a visit to a gem centre.

  3. Shaded plants along a path in a Sri Lankan spice gardenStop 03
    A spice garden in Matale; a representative photo of the spice garden visit.Photo: Pierre André Leclercq · CC BY 4.0 · resized

    Spice gardens

    Walk through a spice garden and explore the aromatic spices Sri Lanka is known for.

  4. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic beside Kandy LakeStop 04

    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

    Visit the historic Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist religious sites.

  5. Dancers in traditional white and red costumes on stage in KandyStop 05
    A representative photo of a Kandyan dance performance.Photo: Peter van der Sluijs · CC BY-SA 3.0 · resized

    Traditional cultural dance performance

    5 PM

    Witness Sri Lankan culture through a traditional dance performance, with colourful costumes, rhythmic music and graceful movements.

Proposed stay
Earl’s Regent
Overnight area
Kandy
Meals
Half-board (HB)
Room
Standard double room (STD)
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Day 03Nuwara Eliya

Ramboda, tea country & Nuwara Eliya

Travel into the highlands via Ramboda Falls and Damro Labookellie Tea Centre & Estate. Enjoy a Gregory Lake boat ride before settling into your Nuwara Eliya hotel.

  1. Ramboda Falls dropping through a forested gorge in the hill countryStop 01
    Photo: Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 · resized

    Ramboda Falls

    Take in the stunning views of Ramboda Falls and the natural beauty of the surrounding waterfalls along the way.

  2. Rolling green tea fields at Labookellie EstateStop 02
    Photo: Julie Anne Workman · CC BY-SA 3.0 · resized

    Damro Labookellie Tea Centre & Estate

    Explore the tea centre and estate, learn about the tea-making process and discover Sri Lanka’s famous tea industry.

  3. Gregory Lake and the surrounding green hills in Nuwara EliyaStop 03

    Gregory Lake boat ride

    Take a relaxing boat ride and admire the scenic hills and cool mountain atmosphere around the lake.

Proposed stay
Galway Heights
Overnight area
Nuwara Eliya
Meals
Half-board (HB)
Room
Standard double room (STD)
Explore Nuwara Eliya travel guide
Day 04Bentota

Turtle conservation & Bentota coast

Travel to your Bentota base, visit a sea turtle conservation hatchery and enjoy an evening along the coastline with sunset views.

  1. A young sea turtle swimming in a hatchery pool in KosgodaStop 01
    A turtle hatchery on the south-west coast; a representative photo of the hatchery visit.Photo: Jerzy Strzelecki · CC BY-SA 3.0 · resized

    Sea turtle conservation hatchery

    Learn about different sea turtle species and the efforts made to protect these marine creatures.

  2. The sandy west coast beach at BentotaStop 02

    Bentota coast & sunset

    Spend a peaceful evening by the sea, with the calming sound of the waves and beautiful sunset views over the ocean.

Proposed stay
Rockwall
Overnight area
Bentota
Meals
Half-board (HB)
Room
Standard double room (STD)
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Day 05Bentota

Madu River, Cinnamon Island & beach time

Keep your Bentota base for a boat journey along the Madu River, including Cinnamon Island, then return to the coast for a peaceful beach sunset.

  1. Mangrove-lined waterways on the Madu RiverStop 01
    Photo: Kalaiarasy · CC BY-SA 3.0 · resized

    Madu River boat journey

    Enjoy a scenic boat journey along the Madu River, passing through beautiful waterways and visiting its charming islands.

  2. A woman preparing Ceylon cinnamon bark by hand on a Madu River islandStop 02
    Cinnamon being prepared on a Madu River island; a representative photo of the Cinnamon Island visit.Photo: Jakub Hałun · CC BY 4.0 · resized

    Cinnamon Island

    Stop at Cinnamon Island during your Madu River boat journey.

  3. The sandy west coast beach at BentotaStop 03

    Bentota coast & sunset

    Spend a peaceful evening by the sea, with the calming sound of the waves and beautiful sunset views over the ocean.

Proposed stay
Rockwall
Overnight area
Bentota
Meals
Half-board (HB)
Room
Standard double room (STD)
Explore Bentota travel guide
Day 06Colombo

Colombo heritage & seaside city life

Explore BMICH, Old Parliament, Dutch Hospital and Colombo Fort. Enjoy Galle Face Green and local street food, visit Gangaramaya Temple, then check in for your final hotel night.

  1. The white octagonal Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in ColomboStop 01
    Photo: Dan Lundberg · CC BY-SA 2.0 · resized

    BMICH

    See the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, one of the main attractions of Colombo.

  2. The colonnaded Old Parliament Building in ColomboStop 02
    Photo: Grayswoodsurrey · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized

    Old Parliament

    Discover the Old Parliament, one of the city’s best-known historic landmarks.

  3. The restored Dutch Hospital in Colombo FortStop 03
    Photo: Jan Kranendonk (https://www.jankranendonk.nl) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized

    Dutch Hospital

    Explore the historic Dutch Hospital and experience Colombo’s unique blend of history and modern life.

  4. The historic clock tower in the Fort district of ColomboStop 04
    The Old Colombo Lighthouse clock tower in the Fort district.Photo: Jorge Láscar · CC BY 2.0 · resized

    Colombo Fort

    Walk through the historic Fort area, the old heart of the city.

  5. People enjoying the Galle Face Green seafront in ColomboStop 05

    Galle Face Green

    Relax at Galle Face Green, enjoy the refreshing ocean breeze and try popular local street food in the seaside atmosphere.

  6. Rows of seated Buddha statues at Gangaramaya Temple in ColomboStop 06
    Photo: Dan arndt · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized

    Gangaramaya Temple

    Discover the cultural and religious significance of this temple, known for its beautiful architecture, religious artefacts and impressive collection of Buddhist treasures.

Proposed stay
Granbell
Overnight area
Colombo
Meals
Half-board (HB)
Room
Standard double room (STD)
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Day 07Departure

Departure

Check out of your Colombo hotel and depart Sri Lanka, with timing arranged around your onward travel.

  1. Colombo city and its waterfrontStop 01

    Departure arrangements

    Your departure is arranged around your onward travel. No additional hotel night is scheduled on departure day.

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Quote structure

What the package price covers

Included

  • 6 nights in proposed 4-star hotels, subject to availability
  • One standard double room for two adults, with half-board (HB) on each hotel night
  • Ground transportation and driver service along the quoted route
  • Airport charges, welcome garlands and a customer gift

Not included

  • Sightseeing admission, safari jeeps, boat rides, zipline and other paid experiences unless separately confirmed in your quote
  • International flights, visas and travel insurance
  • Lunch outside separately confirmed village experiences, drinks, personal expenses and optional gratuities
  • Extra nights, room upgrades and services outside the confirmed quote

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