Cultural and Historical Tour of Colombo, Sri Lanka

5 days Meet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided Operated by Ceylon Travel Dream

Why we love it?

The "Discover Sri Lanka – Culture, Religion, Arts, History" tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Sri Lanka's rich cultural heritage over five days, primarily based in Colombo. This experience is ideal for travelers interested in immersing themselves in the country's diverse traditions, historical sites, and artistic expressions. Participants will benefit from comfortable accommodations in 3 and 4-star hotels, transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, and the expertise of an English-speaking guide throughout the journey. The tour's distinctive focus on the intersection of culture and history provides a deep understanding of Sri Lanka's identity, making it a perfect fit for culture enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation at 3 Star & 4 Star Hotels with Breakfast 
  • Transportation in a Comfortable A/C Vehicle
  • English speaking guide for the entire tours
  • Guide Accommodations & Meals 
  • Mineral Water Bottle
  • All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges

Exclusions

  • Usage of guide beyond mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary
  • Any tours to cities not mentioned above
  • Any other services not mentioned above

Itinerary

Day 5

Day 01: Airport – Pinnawala – Dambulla

Arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport

You will be met by our staff and English speaking Chauffeur Guide

Transfer to Dambulla

En route visits the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

This elephant Orphanage is set up especially for Abandoned or injured baby elephants. They are reared here and are trained to become working animals. Feeding and bathing in the river provide the best opportunities to see the animal’s close-up.

Check in to the hotel in Dambulla.

overnight at the hotel.

Day 02: Anuradhapura – Giritale

Breakfast

Leave for Anuradhapura.

Sightseeing of the ancient city of Anuradhapura considered the birthplace of Sinhala civilization & one of the world’s largest archaeological sites. It is considered as the greatest monastic city of the ancient world, & was founded in the 5th century BC

Proceed to Giritale

overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya

Breakfast

proceed to Polonaruwa

The capital of Sri Lanka from the 11th to the 13th century AD.

This ancient city is today one of the most beautiful centers of this island’s cultural heritage.

Visit Sigiriya rock fortress which is tipped to be the 8th wonder of the world.

Then proceed to hill capital Kandy.

overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Kandy – Negombo

Breakfast

A city tour of Kandy which includes Kandy Temple, Royal botanical gardens, traditional batik making factory, shopping complexes etc.

Proceed to Negombo.

overnight at the hotel.

Day 05: Negombo – Colombo – Airport

Leisure in Negombo beach

Breakfast

Tour of Colombo which includes busy bazaar area, Kovils, Temples, Independence square, BMICH ETC, then according to the flight schedule

Transfer to the airport for the departure.