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Sigiriya rock fortress Sri Lanka classic tour

Classic Sri Lanka:
Temples, Tea & Coast

The ultimate introduction to Sri Lanka — ancient rock fortures, sacred temples, misty tea hills, and golden southern beaches in one unforgettable 10-day journey.

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Duration 10 Days / 9 Nights
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From $890 per person
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Best For First-timers, Couples, Families
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Best Season Year-round (adjusts by coast)

Trip Highlights

Airport pickup & drop-off
Private air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking local driver/guide
9 nights accommodation (boutique hotels)
Daily breakfast included
Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb
Dambulla Cave Temple
Kandy Temple of the Tooth
Hill country scenic train ride
Ella — Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak
Tea plantation & factory visit
Galle Fort walking tour

Your Itinerary

Every day is customizable — this is your starting framework.

Day 1

Welcome to Sri Lanka

Airport pickup by your personal driver-guide. Drive through the countryside to Sigiriya (approx. 4 hours). Settle into your boutique hotel surrounded by paddy fields. Evening welcome dinner.

🏣 Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 2

Sigiriya & Village Life

Sunrise climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Afternoon village experience — bullock cart ride, traditional cooking class, and lunch with a local family.

🏣 Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 3

Dambulla & Spice Gardens

Morning visit to Dambulla Cave Temple — 5 caves, 153 Buddha statues. Afternoon stop at a Matale spice garden. Continue to Kandy.

🏣 Overnight: Kandy
Day 4

Kandy Exploration

Morning visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Explore Kandy's bustling local market. Afternoon at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya. Evening Kandyan cultural dance show.

🏣 Overnight: Kandy
Day 5

Scenic Train to Nuwara Eliya

Morning train through tea country — waterfalls, tunnels, and endless green. Visit a working tea plantation and factory. Explore "Little England" in Nuwara Eliya.

🏣 Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 6

Horton Plains & Ella

Dawn trek at Horton Plains National Park — "World's End" cliff and Baker's Falls. Afternoon drive to Ella through stunning hill country roads.

🏣 Overnight: Ella
Day 7

Ella Adventures

Morning hike to Little Adam's Peak. Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge. Afternoon free — choose from a cooking class, zip-line, or simply relax at a hillside café.

🏣 Overnight: Ella
Day 8

Drive to South Coast

Scenic drive down through the southern highlands to the coast. Stop at Ravana Falls. Arrive at your beachfront hotel by afternoon. Free time on the beach.

🏣 Overnight: Unawatuna / Galle
Day 9

Galle Fort & Beach

Morning walking tour of Galle Fort — colonial architecture, boutiques, lighthouse. Afternoon free — swimming, snorkeling, surfing, or simply unwind on the beach.

🏣 Overnight: Unawatuna / Galle
Day 10

Departure

Leisurely morning on the beach. Final lunch at a local seafood spot. Transfer to Colombo airport (approx. 2.5 hours). Or extend your beach stay — we won't blame you.

What Does It Cost?

Comfort

$890 /person
  • 3-star boutique hotels
  • Private vehicle & driver
  • Daily breakfast
  • All entrance fees included
  • Best for budget-conscious travelers

Luxury

$2,800 /person
  • 5-star & heritage boutique hotels
  • Private vehicle, guide & butler
  • All meals included
  • Spa treatments & private experiences
  • Helicopter transfers available

Prices based on 2 travelers. Solo, group, and family pricing available on request.

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Sri Lanka Experience?

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