This private journey through Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle and hill country offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty. Explore ancient cities and iconic landmarks, including majestic rock fortresses and sacred cave temples that reveal the island’s rich heritage. Travel onward to the cool climes of the hill country, where rolling tea gardens, charming colonial towns, and cascading waterfalls create a picturesque landscape. With comfortable private transport and expert guidance throughout, this immersive experience is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka’s culture, history, and natural elegance at a relaxed pace.
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your private chauffeur-guide for a comfortable transfer to Sigiriya, set in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the calm rural surroundings. Overnight: Sigiriya | Meals: Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, explore the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Polonnaruwa, famed for its well-preserved ruins, royal palaces, dagobas, moonstones, and impressive stone carvings. In the afternoon, climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a 5th-century masterpiece known for its frescoes, Mirror Wall, Lion’s Paw entrance, and breathtaking summit views. Overnight: Sigiriya | Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Travel to Kandy, stopping en route at the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient Buddha statues and colorful ceiling paintings. Continue with visits to a spice garden and a traditional batik workshop. Upon arrival in Kandy, enjoy a city tour including the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic, Upper Lake Drive, local market, and a gem lapidary. Overnight: Kandy | Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Begin the day with a visit to the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, renowned for orchids and exotic plant species. Proceed to the cool hill town of Nuwara Eliya, stopping at a tea plantation and factory to discover the art of Ceylon Tea production and enjoy a tasting among scenic estates. Overnight: Nuwara Eliya | Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Explore Nuwara Eliya on a morning city tour, often referred to as “Little England,” with its colonial architecture and charming countryside ambiance. Continue to Colombo, pausing en route to admire the beautiful Devon and St. Clair’s Waterfalls. Overnight: Colombo | Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your unforgettable journey through Sri Lanka.
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