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Classic Sri Lanka with Yala & Galle Extension

12 days/11 nights

Private Safari
Guide Price €2,415 per person (based on 2 adults sharing a room)

The perfect introduction to this beautiful country: visit the Cultural Triangle, lush tea plantations and Yala National Park before ending your stay in the historic Galle Fort.          

Highlights:
  • Polonnaruwa
  • Sigiriya
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Tea country
  • Yala NP
  • Galle
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Itinerary

Day 1  Negombo        
Upon arrival at Colombo airport transfer to your hotel in nearby Negombo.        

Day 2  Negombo to the Cultural Triangle        
Depart Negombo and drive to the Cultural Triangle, your base for the next three nights. If you don’t mind an early start, pay a visit to the fish market in Negombo before you leave where you can see local fisherman selling the catch of the day. Ask your consultant to add this experience.        

Day 3  Polonnaruwa        
Visit the former capital of Polonnaruwa, built during the 11th and 12th Centuries and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ruins of its ancient Royal Palace and temples before an afternoon at leisure.

Day 4  Sigiriya & Minneriya NP
Start the day at Sigiriya or ‘Lion Rock’, an impressive rock fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hike to the top is fairly strenuous but worthwhile to see rock frescoes, the ruins of the 5th Century palace and spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Later drive to Minneriya National Park for a game drive.        

Day 5  Cultural Triangle to Kandy      
Head first to the Dambulla cave temples, a complex of five caves filled with Buddha images and statues, reached by a hike to the top of a sloping rock. Continue to the hill country capital of Kandy, with an optional stop at a spice garden en route.        

Day 6  Kandy        
Spend the morning exploring Kandy. Visit the bustling market and the British Garrison Cemetery then head to the beautiful Peradeniya Botanic Gardens located outside the town for a leisurely stroll. Return to your hotel to unwind and later enjoy a show of Sri Lankan music and dance before a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.        

Day 7  Kandy to Nuwara Eliya      
Today travel on one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. Pass by emerald-hued plantations as you wind your way to Nanu Oya station before transferring by road to your hotel.      

Day 8  Nuwara Eliya        
Enjoy a full day in the heart of the tea producing region. Relax and soak up the surroundings or opt to explore this stunning region by bicycle or on a trek.  

Day 9 Nuwara Eliya to Yala NP      
Travel south to Yala National Park. En route visit the botanical gardens at Hakgala and pass the Rawana Ella waterfall before stopping at Buduruwagala’s ancient sculptures. Continue to your hotel near Yala NP.      

Day 10 Yala NP        
Enjoy an early morning game drive around Yala National Park, home to a variety of wildlife including the elusive leopard. Return to your hotel to unwind before heading out on an afternoon game drive.

Day 11 Yala NP to Galle    
Continue on to the magnificent town of Galle. On arrival enjoy a shared walking tour of the old fort with a local resident. Meander through the streets past some of the best known landmarks, including the lighthouse and old Portuguese harbour.

Day 12 Galle to Colombo        
Today drive back to Colombo airport.        

Departs: Daily          

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Classic Sri Lanka with Yala & Galle Extension

Price & Inclusions

Guide Price €2,415 per person (based on 2 adults sharing a room)

Inclusions
  • Private vehicle & driver/guide
  • Train as detailed
  • 11 nights hotel accommodation
  • 11 breakfasts
Not Included
  • International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/11/2023 to 30/04/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.
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