This tour includes a variety of mild adventures like city tours through cultural cities and beach vacations on the southern coast as well as hiking to Sigiriya. The main focus of this trip is nature which makes it noteworthy.
The tour starts after you are taken to Sigiriya from the airport. You can begin your adventure right here by taking in the breathtaking views of the Dambulla Cave Temple. This more than two millennia-old UNESCO-listed site holds 5 caves with centuries-old antique artwork overlaying the partitions and ceilings. After seeing this historical treasure, head to your Sigiriya accommodation for the night.
After you have finished your breakfast leave your accommodation to visit the stunning Sigiriya Rock. One of Sri Lanka’s most popular tourist spots, this rock fortress is a great place to start your morning hike. The steps that lead to the summit where the monarch’s palace once stood are guarded by the well-known large lion paw gate. Make your way to Kandy, a city known for its vibrant culture stopping along the way to see the significant Mathale Alu Viharaya Temple. When you first arrive in Kandy, take in an amazing cultural dance performance that showcases the ‘Udarata’ culture, one of the city’s most famous historical sites.
Explore Kandys’ allure and go on an early morning city tour. Visit the Holy Temple of Tooth Relics. Explore the charming streets of Kandy and stroll through the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens. Proceed to Colombo afterwards to enjoy a memorable evening in Sri Lanka’s liveliest city.
On your last day spend time in the lively city of Colombo going to the main sights and shopping for trinkets before you head to the airport to depart.
