Buddha's Island
Discover why Sri Lanka’s ancient name is Serendip – the island full of delightful surprises! You’ll explore historic cultural heartlands, visit the breathtaking tea growing slopes of hill country, enjoy encounters with elephants, search for elusive leopards in Yala National Park and unwind on one of the exquisite white sandy beaches. Sri Lanka has something for everyone and never fails to enchant visitors.
Culture & Discovery
On these fantastic classic adventure tours you’ll travel in added comfort and style and stay in hand-picked accommodation that offers a genuine flavour of the places we visit and explore. Some hotels may be boutique, others are more simple abodes, but stand out from the choice in the area; and sometimes it is the fantastic setting or incredible location that makes the place so special.
Seasonal variation
Sri Lankan Summer Itinerary Departures during May to October include an elephant back safari instead of the whale watching excursion due to seasonal availability - see Trip Notes for more information.
Wildlife & whale watching
It is little known that Sri Lanka is a hotspot for whales and dolphins including the magnificent blue whale. You'll also visit three national parks for close encounters with elephants and wildlife.
Ancient sites
Discover temples, caves, statues and ancient cities of historical and cultural significance including the Dambulla Cave complex and the cities of Anuradhapura and Mihintale, both nearly 2,500 years old.
Kandy & tea country
Explore the royal city of Kandy, pleasantly set on the edge of a lake surrounded by lush peaks that harbour colonial hill stations, verdant tea plantations and cool, lush highland forests.
Culture & Discovery
On these fantastic classic adventure tours you’ll travel in added comfort and style and stay in hand-picked accommodation that offers a genuine flavour of the places we visit and explore. Some hotels may be boutique, others are more simple abodes, but stand out from the choice in the area; and sometimes it is the fantastic setting or incredible location that makes the place so special.
Seasonal variation
Sri Lankan Summer Itinerary Departures during May to October include an elephant back safari instead of the whale watching excursion due to seasonal availability - see Trip Notes for more information.
Wildlife & whale watching
It is little known that Sri Lanka is a hotspot for whales and dolphins including the magnificent blue whale. You'll also visit three national parks for close encounters with elephants and wildlife.
Ancient sites
Discover temples, caves, statues and ancient cities of historical and cultural significance including the Dambulla Cave complex and the cities of Anuradhapura and Mihintale, both nearly 2,500 years old.
Kandy & tea country
Explore the royal city of Kandy, pleasantly set on the edge of a lake surrounded by lush peaks that harbour colonial hill stations, verdant tea plantations and cool, lush highland forests.
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Itinerary / Highlights
Day 1 - Fly to ColomboDay 2 - Kandalama
Day 3 - Dambulla caves
Day 4 - Anuradhapura & Mihintale
Day 5 - Sigiriya bike ride
Day 6 - Sigiriya & Kandy
Day 7 - Kandy
Day 8 - Nuwara Eliya
Day 9 - Horton Plains & Bandarawela
Day 10 - Yala National Park
Day 11 - Yala National Park
Day 12 - Dickwella
Day 13 - Dickwella
Day 14 - Colombo
Day 15 - Fly Home
