6D Heritage Tour of Sri Lanka
Price from NZD 1616 / AUD 1454 per person on twin sharing basis
Colombo – Anuradhapura – Habarana - Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa - Dambulla – Kandy – Colombo
This tour offers a closer look at the culture and heritage of this wonderful Indian Ocean Island. The bustling modern metropolis of Colombo, 2500-year-old ancient cities and monuments, the green mist-laden heart of world renown ‘Ceylon Tea’ area and a number of World Heritage sites of historical importance.
Tour Highlights: Colombo City Tour, Ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Caves, Kandy Evening Tour.
Day 1: Colombo
Arrival at Colombo airport and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Colombo - Anuradhapura - Habarana(B)
This morning, leave for the ancient city of ruins – Anuradhapura. After a tour of Anuradhapura continue your drive for Habarana. Check in at your hotel.
Day 3: Habarana- Sigiriya-Polonnaruwa-Habarana (B)
Leave for Sigiriya and climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Proceed to Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital of Sri Lanka from 11th – 13th AD. Return to Habarana.
Day 4: Habarana-Dambulla- Kandy (B)
This morning, leave for Kandy enroute visiting Dambulla Caves & Temple. Later you will do the evening tour of Kandy and visit Upper Lake Drive, Market Square, Arts & Crafts Centre, Gem Museum and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
Day 5: Kandy - Colombo (B)
Today you will leave for Colombo. After check-in at the hotel, you will proceed for an afternoon tour of Colombo city. Visiting Cinnamon Gardens, the Fort and Sea Street, the goldsmith’s quarters in the Pettah area, the Bazaar area and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. Also, visit the replica of Avukana Buddha and Independence Square.
Day 6: Colombo (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight or extend your stay in Sri Lanka by choosing various add on tours you offer. You can also choose to extend your stay in The Maldives.
Included: Accommodation for 5 nights, meals as per itinerary, transfers, sightseeing as indicated with English speaking driver-guide and entrances
Departs: Daily