This seven night tour takes you to Sri Lanka’s most famous sights. Explore the historical sites and national parks of the Cultural Triangle, visit Kandy and experience the unique ambiance of Tea Country.
This tour can be done with a variety of hotels at different price points. We have put together both a Classic Tour and a Luxury Tour, which includes stays in some of Sri Lanka's finest boutique hotels.
Upon arrival at Colombo Airport you will be met by your chauffeur guide, who will accompany you throughout your tour of Sri Lanka. Your journey begins with a transfer to Sigiriya, where you will spend your first three nights.
Check into your first hotel. You can either spend the rest of the day relaxing, or experience a Cultural Show at Habarana in the evening. The Habarana cultural dance show is an electrifying live cultural show that showcases traditional dance and musical performances. During the show, local performers dressed in traditional costumes will showcase a range of cultural activities, including dances, music and theatre. The performances will depict various aspects of Sri Lankan culture, including folktales, legends and mythology.
This morning, visit the Sigiriya Rock Palace (we recommend an early morning visit as the site is less crowded and the temperature is more pleasant). The Sigiriya Rock palace is a remarkable feat of engineering and a fascinating example of artistic craftsmanship. The fortress was the stronghold of King Kashyapa and is famous for its frescoes painted on the rock surface itself. From halfway up the rock, you can see the elaborately landscaped water gardens and from the top you have stunning views over the landscape.
In the afternoon, visit the Ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Polonnaruwa was established as the capital city after the fall of Anuradhapura and is known as the mediaeval capital of Sri Lanka. Polonnaruwa contains the ruins of some of the masterpieces of Buddhist sculpture and remarkable architecture that was well ahead of its time.
After breakfast, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, which was founded in the 1st century by King Valagamba. Ancient sculptures and paintings of the Buddha and various Hindu deities and are located in five central caves. The original sculptures and paintings have gained additions throughout the centuries and stand monument to the evolving artistic styles of the ancient Ceylonese.
In the afternoon, head to Minneriya National Park for a jeep safari. Minneriya National Park is one of the best places in the country to see wild elephants. Dominated by the ancient Minneriya Tank, the park has plenty of scrub, forest and wetlands to provide shelter for toque macaques, sambar deer, buffalo, crocodiles, leopards and abundant birdlife as well.
After breakfast, depart Sigiriya and transfer to Kandy. En route, explore the Authentic Spice Experience. Spices have always been a famous and important export of Sri Lanka. Visit a spice garden to learn about spices such as cinnamon, ginger, pepper, vanilla and cardamon just to name a few, followed by a refreshment in the café.
Check into your hotel and spend some time relaxing, before heading into Kandy for a City Tour and to visit the Temple of the Tooth. Kandy is Sri Lanka's second largest city, a beautiful historical city in the citadel of the country. It is not only known for its great kings who ruled the city for almost 225 years independently until the British took over in 1815, but it is also the place where the Sacred Tooth of Lord Buddha is laid in a magnificent temple. The temple holds daily ceremonies called Puja’s every morning and night to honour the relic.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Hatton. Enroute, experience a Kandy Market visit followed by a Cooking Demonstration and a Traditional Lunch with a local family. Stroll through the vibrant Kandy market to handpick fresh vegetables and spices before joining a hands-on cooking demonstration. Learn the secrets of preparing authentic Sri Lankan curries in a traditional style.
Arrive at your Tea Country hotel in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
After breakfast, visit a Tea Factory in Hatton. Sri Lanka is famous for its ‘Ceylon tea’, which is a favourite of many tea enthusiasts around the world. Hatton is considered the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country, surrounded by endless emerald-green plantations, misty mountains and tea estates. Located in the famous Dimbula tea-growing region, the area produces some of the finest high-grown Ceylon tea, known for its bright colour, smooth flavour and delicate aroma.
Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in Tea Country. You may wish to spend some time strolling through the tea plantations found on the doorstep of your hotel, enjoying the cool climate and the scenic views.
After breakfast, check out from your Tea Country hotel and enjoy the scenic drive back towards Colombo.
Enroute, enjoy a City Tour of Colombo. Colombo is Sri Lanka’s largest city and commercial capital. The city grew to prominence during the reigns of the Dutch and the British who made it their capital. While passing through the main neighborhoods of the city, you will see Independence Square, Galle Face Green, The Town Hall, the old colonial buildings around the Fort, including the old Parliament, plus the current Parliament in Kotte. This tour is done in the comfort of your air-conditioned vehicle.
This afternoon, check into the final hotel of your tour and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Enjoy some time at leisure at your hotel before you are picked up for your transfer back to Colombo Airport.
Deluxe Room on a half board basis (3 nights)
Bungalow Room on a half board basis (1 night)
Deluxe Room on a half board basis (2 nights)
Deluxe Room on a half board basis (1 night)
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Departure Date: |
Price: |
| 1st - 30th November 2026 |
Classic Tour from £2170 per person Luxury Tour from £3260 per person |
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1st - 19th December 2026 |
Classic Tour from £2230 per person Luxury Tour from £3795 per person |
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20th December 2026 - 10th January 2027 |
Price on request |
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11th January - 30th April 2027 |
Classic Tour from £2230 per person Luxury Tour from £3795 per person |
Prices are inclusive of accommodation in the hotels mentioned above, private air-conditioned vehicle and chauffeur guide for the duration of the tour, meals mentioned in the itinerary, excursions mentioned in the itinerary and flights in economy class.
