Escorted Tour
Ancient cities, tea-covered hills, and golden coastline
Duration
10 Days / 9 Nights
Group Size
Max 20 travelers
Destination
Sri Lanka
Tour overview
From the cave temples of Dambulla to the misty tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya and the wildlife-rich plains of Yala, this journey traces Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle before winding down along its southern coast. Expect ancient ruins, leopard-spotting safaris, and a scenic train ride through some of Asia's most photographed hill country.
“Ancient cities, tea-covered hills, and golden coastline”
10 Days / 9 Nights across 10 planned days in Sri Lanka
Arrive in Sri Lanka's capital, with time to settle in before a welcome dinner overlooking the coast.
Drive into the Cultural Triangle, stopping at a spice garden en route to Sigiriya, home to the ancient rock fortress.
Climb Sigiriya Rock in the cooler morning hours for sweeping views, then visit the painted cave temples of Dambulla.
Explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka's medieval capital, by bicycle, taking in its temples and reclining Buddha statues.
Travel to the hill city of Kandy, visiting a spice garden and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic upon arrival.
Board one of the world's most scenic rail journeys through rolling tea plantations en route to the hill station of Nuwara Eliya. Visit a working tea factory along the way.
Descend from the hills toward Yala National Park, home to one of the highest densities of leopards in the world.
An early morning and late afternoon jeep safari through Yala in search of leopards, elephants, and birdlife.
Travel to the fortified coastal city of Galle, with time to explore its Dutch-colonial ramparts before a final evening on the coast.
Transfer to Colombo for your onward international flight.
Speak with a travel specialist to reserve your dates.
