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Ancient History and Pristine Beaches in Sri Lanka - 16 Days

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  Highlights Explore both the bustling cities and rural villages of Sri Lanka Spot leopards and sloth bears in Wilpattu National Park  Discover historic Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, and Polonnaruwa See spectacular highland views in Kandy and Ella Relax on the pristine beaches of Pasikudah and Unawatuna Overview Sri Lanka is an ideal destination for anyone looking for a getaway that balances spectacular natural beauty with rich historical sightseeing. This tour provides a comprehensive experience that allows you to see the best eastern Sri Lanka has to offer, starting in the eastern coastal city of Negombo, traveling inland towards Anuradhapura, south to Kandy and Galle, and finally looping back to Negombo. Sri Lanka's small size allows for convenient domestic travel, but since it is affected by two distinct monsoon patterns, weather can be inconsistent. Nonetheless, the country's climate is warm year-round, and since the itinerary is concentrated on the east, visiting anytime betwe...

Ancient History & Pristine Beaches in Sri Lanka - 14 Days

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  Highlights Spot leopards and sloth bears in Wilpattu National Park  Step inside the stone mouth of a lion at Sigiriya Ride a train through hill country from Kandy to Ella Relax on the pristine beaches of Pasikudah and Tangalle Stroll along the ramparts of Galle's 16th-century Dutch Fort Brief Itinerary Day Highlights Overnight Day 1 Wander Through "Little Rome" in Negombo Negombo Day 2 Drive to Wilpattu National Park Big Game Safari Campsite (Wilpattu) Day 3 Go on Safari in Wilpattu Big Game Safari Campsite (Wilpattu) Day 4 Visit One of the World's Oldest Cities, Anuradhapura Sigiriya Day 5 See the Rock Fortress of Sigiriya Sigiriya Day 6 Tour the Ruins of Polonnaruwa Pasikudah Days 7-8 Relax by the Seaside in Pasikudah Pasikudah Day 9 Visit the Temples of Kandy & Dambulla Kandy Day 10 Train to Ella Ella Day 11 Drive to Tangalle & Spot Turtles After Dark Tangalle Day 12 Free Day in Tangalle  Tangalle Day 13 Visit Galle Dutch Fort Colombo Day 14 Sightsee in C...

Best of Sri Lanka's Wildlife - 7 Days

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  Highlights Spot elephants during Jeep safaris in Udawalawe and Yala National Parks Learn to prepare Sri Lankan cuisine with a local chef Tour the bustling capital city of Colombo Go whale-watching in the turquoise waters off the coast of Mirissa Brief Itinerary Day Highlights Overnight Day 1 Explore the Capital City of Colombo Colombo Day 2 Go on Safari in Udawalawe National Park & Cooking Class Udawalawe Day 3 Observe Wildlife at Yala National Park Yala Day 4 Go on a Game Drive & Transfer to Mirissa Mirissa Day 5 Whale-watch off the Coast of Mirissa Mirissa Day 6 Free Day on the Beaches of Mirissa  Mirissa Day 7 Depart Sri Lanka - End of Trip   Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Explore the Capital City of Colombo  Galle Face Green in Colombo Welcome to  Sri Lanka ! A melting pot of cultures and commerce, the capital of  Colombo  is a lively city with a fascinating history. Arab sailors once frequented these ports to trade with the Portuguese, Dutch ...

Highlights of Sri Lanka - 8 Days

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  Highlights Climb 1,200 steps for Sri Lanka's most famous archaeological site Get up close to famous Buddhist relics, statues, and paintings  Visit an active tea plantation in a lush area dubbed 'Little England' Spend two days with rare birds and wildlife, including elephants Take an afternoon swim in the historic, yet hip, enclave of Galle Brief Itinerary Day Highlights Overnight Day 1 Arrive in Negombo Negombo Day 2 Negombo to Sigiriya Sigiriya Day 3 Sigiriya to Kandy, via Dambulla Kandy Day 4 Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Nuwara Eliya Day 5 Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawe Udawalawe Day 6 Udawalawe to Galle Galle Day 7 Explore Galle Galle Day 8 Depart Galle   Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Negombo A fishing boat lays ashore in Negombo Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at  Bandaranaike International Airport , you'll be picked up by a private driver and transferred to your hotel in  Negombo . Nicknamed 'Little Rome', this interesting place is strongly influenced by the...