5-Day Classic Sri Lankan Discovery
Experience the cultural treasures of Sri Lanka with this unforgettable 5-day heritage tour covering ancient kingdoms, sacred temples, scenic hill country, and coastal beauty. Your journey begins in Polonnaruwa with visits to the historic ruins of Aukana Buddha Statue and the ancient city tour of Polonnaruwa. Continue to the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the sacred Dambulla Cave Temple before reaching the cultural city of Kandy. Explore the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens, enjoy local shopping, cultural dance performances, and visit the revered Temple of the Tooth. The journey continues through lush tea plantations, the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and ends in the coastal city of Negombo. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, spirituality, and authentic Sri Lankan experiences in a short yet memorable holiday.
Below are brief outlines of our tours across a range of durations. For more detail, click any highlighted place in the itinerary below.
Beyond the itineraries below, we are happy to tailor any tour to your requirements.
Day by Day
Tour Itinerary
| Day | Itinerary |
|---|---|
| Day 01 | A company representative will meet and greet you at the airport. Proceed to Polonnaruwa, en route visit Aukana, thereafter do the Polonnaruwa city tour. Check in to the hotel for the overnight stay. If desired, you can do the Polonnaruwa city tour by cycles. Overnight: Polonnaruwa |
| Day 02 | After breakfast, drive to Sigiriya and climb the Rock Fortress. Proceed to Kandy en route visit Dambulla Cave Temples, a herbal and spice garden. Thereafter, either visit Aluviharaya or Muthumari Amman Kovil depending on the time. Check in to the hotel for the overnight stay. Overnight: Kandy |
| Day 03 | After breakfast, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens and enjoy leisure time shopping in the local market area. If desired, you can also visit a gem lapidary and silk batik factory. In the evening, view the Cultural Dance Show and then visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. Return to the hotel for the overnight stay. Overnight: Kandy |
| Day 04 | After breakfast, drive to Pussellawa, visit the tea factory, and proceed to Negombo en route visit the Elephant Orphanage. Enjoy a city tour in Negombo and check in to the hotel for the overnight stay. Overnight: Negombo |
| Day 05 | Departure |
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