Colombo, Sri Lanka
Day 2
Colombo
Includes Dinner
On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Colombo. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure
before a welcome cocktail and dinner.
Transfer Times: Drive one hour from airport to Colombo.
Day 3
Colombo
Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Colombo, the bustling capital of Sri Lanka. This
cosmopolitan city showcases its colonial history along wide, shaded boulevards and among
Victorian churches and tumbledown cafes. The introductory half-day city tour includes visits to
the vibrant temples and bazaars of Pettah, where you can find everything from traditional
jewellery to Ayurvedic medicines. A highlight of the tour is a trip to the Old Dutch Hospital, part
of the newly restored Fort complex, which is home to some of Colombo’s chicest restaurants,
cafes, and shops. After lunch, the rest of the day is at leisure.
Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Day 4
Colombo to Dambulla
Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This morning, enjoy breakfast before your leisurely journey to Dambulla. After lunch, continue
to Dambulla Rock Temple a UNESCO World Heritage site. This collection of impressive caves
contains over 2000 square metres of painted walls and ceilings, which were once gilded by the
ancient King to mark his place of worship.
Transfer Times: Drive four hours from Colombo to Dambulla with stops en route.
Day 5
Dambulla to Anuradhapura
Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today starts with an early morning journey north to the ancient city of Anuradhapura, the
spiritual heart of the Cultural Triangle. On route, visit the sleepy village of Mihintale and its
nearby sacred mountain peak and temple complex. After lunch, embark on a city tour.
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anuradhapura is the first capital and
undoubtedly the grandest city of ancient Sri Lanka. The city ruins are one of South Asia's most
evocative sites and contains a rich collection of crumbling temples, vast monasteries and
elaborate palaces. Learn about its fascinating history and marvel at the sacred Bodhi tree.
Day 6
Dambulla to Sigiriya
Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Undoubtedly a highlight of the tour, today's excursion is to the awe-inspiring Sigiriya Rock
Fortress. The ancient city of Sigiriya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the city ruins lie on
the slopes and summit of the imposing granite peak, towering above the jungle below. Climb
up steps carved into the rock face to see the fortified palace and enjoy the spectacular views
over this ancient citadel. Return to your hotel for lunch and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Please note: photography is prohibited in parts of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Prohibited areas will be clearly sign-posted.