7-Day Culture and Heritage tour of Sri Lanka
7-Day Culture and Heritage tour of Sri Lanka
This tour covers some of the most important cultural attractions in Sri Lanka. You will explore fascinating temples, archaeological sites, Buddhist monasteries and enjoy a cultural show to gain an in-depth understanding about historical beliefs and rituals of ancient Ceylon. If you love history and want to explore some astonishing creations in the ancient times, this tour is an ideal option for you.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Kandy Lake
Day 2: Kandy - Kandy
15 minutesEmbekka Devalaya
After a tasteful breakfast, embark on a journey to three compelling temples in central highlands - Embekke; Lankathilaka and Gadaladeniya, sometimes referred to as the ‘three-temple loop’. This tour will be a memorable expedition for a heritage lover.
30 minutesLankatilaka Temple
Lankatilaka Temple
30 minutesGadaladeniya Temple Junction
Gadoladeniya Temple
30 minutesTemple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Thereon, enjoy a guided city tour in Kandy – the Hill Capital of Sri Lanka and the last stronghold of the Sinhalese Kingdom, enjoy a city tour including Kandy temple - which housed the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha.
1 hourSri Maha Bodhi Maha Viharaya
Bahirawakanda temple.
1 hourKandy View Point
Upper lake drive.
1 hourKandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
Day 3: Kandy - Sigiriya
1 hourNalanda Gedige
Awake on your 3rd day and move to visit Nalanda gedige - a Fascinating Fusion of Buddhist and Hindu Architecture.
1 hourOak Ray Handcrafted Wood Carvings
Thereon, you will move to get live wood carving experience at a small wood carving factory in the Village of Matale.
30 minutesDambulla Cave Temple
Day 4: Sigiriya - Sigiriya
2 hoursPolonnaruwa Sri Lanka
Following breakfast, you will move to explore the wondrous ruins and monuments of the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa.This is a well-preserved city with ancient dagobas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings and stunningly beautiful statues.
4 hoursSigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Day 5: Sigiriya - Sigiriya
3 hoursMahamevnawa Dhammachethiya Buddhist Monastery Anuradhapura
After a scrumptious breakfast, start your journey to Anuradhapura to discover the majestic ruins which are remarkably well-preserved in Sri Lanka’s first capital. Explore the extensive complex of monasteries, temples, buildings and bathing pools along with complex irrigation systems at that time.
4 hoursMihintale
Day 6: Sigiriya - Negombo
1 hourYapahuwa Rock Fortress
Enjoy breakfast and proceed to visit Yapahuwa - 4th Kingdom of Sri Lanka. This is an enormous yet little-visited rock fortress which housed the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha for 11 Years.
2 minutesNegombo Beach
Day 7: Negombo - Katunayake
15 minutesBandaranaike International Airport
No accommodation included on this day.
15 minutesIncluded
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels on Bed & Breakfast basis.
- Transport is based on 01 Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide for the entire tour
- Mineral water during sightseeing tours & overland trips (500ml water bottle will be given per day per person)
- All current taxes as on date
- 6x Breakfast
- Accommodation included: 6 nights
- Entry/Admission - Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
- Entry/Admission - Sri Maha Bodhi Maha Viharaya
- Entry/Admission - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Entry/Admission - Oak Ray Handcrafted Wood Carvings
- Entry/Admission - Kandy Lake
- Entry/Admission - Embekka Devalaya
- Entry/Admission - Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
- Entry/Admission - Polonnaruwa
- Entry/Admission - Lankatilaka Temple
- Entry/Admission - Yapahuwa Rock Fortress
- Entry/Admission - Kandy View Point
- Entry/Admission - Dambulla Cave Temple
- Entry/Admission - Mihintale
- Entry/Admission - Mahamevnawa Dhammachethiya Buddhist Monastery Anuradhapura
- Entry/Admission - Gadaladeniya Temple Junction
- Entry/Admission - Nalanda Gedige
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Any others expenses not mentioned in Inclusions section
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Hotel pickup is available from most of the centrally located hotels in Colombo, Mount Lavinia and Negombo.
- Airport pick up will be arranged based on your flight details.
- You must wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred or holy places.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- The duration of transfers is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
- Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
- Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.