Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy, then the blue train through tea country to Ella’s Nine Arch Bridge.
Discover the ancient heart of Sri Lanka and its cool green highlands. Climb the rock fortress of Sigiriya, walk through the painted cave temples of Dambulla and attend the evening ceremony at Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth.
Then board one of the world’s most beautiful train journeys, winding through tea estates to Ella, where waterfalls, the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak await.
Meet your chauffeur-guide in Colombo and drive to the Cultural Triangle.
Early morning climb of Sigiriya, afternoon village experience by bullock cart and catamaran.
Explore the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa, then an afternoon elephant safari.
Visit the Dambulla cave temples and a spice garden en route to Kandy; evening puja at the Temple of the Tooth.
Drive to Nuwara Eliya via a tea factory, with tasting and a walk through the plantations.
Board the scenic train to Ella through tea estates and misty hills.
Sunrise hike up Little Adam’s Peak and a visit to the Nine Arch Bridge.
Drive to Colombo airport for your onward flight.
Sigiriya involves around 1,200 steps; start early to avoid the heat. Shoulders and knees must be covered at temples.
A 25% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 30 days before departure. Cancellations made more than 45 days before travel receive a full refund of the deposit minus bank charges. Itineraries may be adjusted for weather, flight schedules or local conditions, always with an equivalent alternative. Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all travellers.
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