Classic Ceylon
09 Days Escorted Tour
guide prices from
£1099
per person
Classic Ceylon is a popular comprehensive tour, taking in Sri Lanka's rich history, fascinating culture and beautiful scenery. From vast numbers of Buddhas in a cave temple to elephant-back riding in the forest and tea plantations in the hills, on the Classic Ceylon tour you will see Sri Lanka at its proud and friendly finest.
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Tour highlights
- Colombo
- Sigiriya to climb the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Kandy
- Visit a spice garden
- Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage
- Peradeniya's Botanical Gardens
- Nuwara Eliya tea plantations
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Colombo -
Buddhist Temple, Dambulla -
Sigiriya -
Sigiriya Rock -
Polonnaruwa -
Polonnaruwa -
Festival of the Tooth, Kandy -
Pinnewela Elephant Orphange -
Pinnewela Elephant Orphange -
Nuwara Eliya -
Tea Plantation
Tour highlights
- Colombo
- Sigiriya to climb the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Kandy
- Visit a spice garden
- Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage
- Peradeniya's Botanical Gardens
- Nuwara Eliya tea plantations
Included Excursions
Dambulla rock temple
Elephant back ride at Habarana
Tour of medieval Polonnaruwa
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Spice garden
Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy
Pinnawela elephant orphanage
Peradeniya's botanical gardens
Nuwara Eliya and tea factory
Full Itinerary
Print itinerary
Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D), Room Only - no meals (RO)
Day 1 - Heathrow to Colombo
Overnight flight either direct or via Mumbai on Jet Airways.
Day 2 - Colombo Area
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight accommodation - Ramada Colombo Hotel
Day 3 - Colombo to Sigiriya
Explore the impressive Buddhist caves at Dambulla rock temple, a World Heritage Site dating back to the 1st century B.C. This complex contains five caves with over 150 images of Buddha. Later continue to Sigiriya.
Overnight accommodation - Hotel Sigiriya (B,D)
Day 4 - Habarana & Polonnaruwa
Enjoy a short yet fun elephant back ride through the forest at Habarana, either this morning or this evening. This afternoon see the remarkable ruins, statues and monuments in the island's medieval capital. Polonnaruwa was built in the 11th and 12th centuries AD and is now a World Heritage Site.
Overnight accommodation - Hotel Sigiriya (B,D)
Day 5 - Sigiriya
This morning climb the 5th century Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a beautiful World Heritage Site. Known as the 'Lion Rock', rising 200 metres from the jungle, it has a moat, rampart, and extensive gardens ringing the base whist steps, clinging to the side of the rock, lead to the ruins of the citadel. Later, relax and enjoy the resort facilities.
Overnight accommodation - Hotel Sigiriya (B,D)
Day 6 - Sigiriya to Kandy
Enjoy a fascinating visit to a spice garden to see the different spices for which Sri lanka is famous. Later arrive in Kandy, a World Heritage Site, with bazaar, arts & crafts centre and gem museum. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and witness a cultural show this evening.
Overnight accommodation - Chaaya Citadel Kandy (B,D)
Day 7 - Pinnawela & Peradeniya
This morning enjoy a visit to the famous Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, where you may see the elephants bathing in the river. Later admire acres of trees, plants & flowers at Peradeniya's botanical gardens. Take the short journey back to Kandy and return to your hotel.
Overnight accommodation - Chaaya Citadel Kandy (B,D)
Day 8 - Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Journey into verdant hill country, visiting a tea plantation and tea factory to learn about the process for manufacturing tea and taste a cup of Ceylon's finest. The afternoon is at leisure in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka's most popular hill resort with an invigorating mountain climate and beautiful scenery.
Overnight accommodation - St Andrew's Hotel (B,D)
Day 9 - Nuwara Eliya to Beach Hotel or Airport
Travel past St. Claire's, Devon and Aberdeen waterfalls, the lush Kelani River area (where the Oscar-winning Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed) and many small towns en route to the coast. Transfer to the airport this evening for your onward flight or extend your holiday at your chosen beach resort. (B)
What's Included
- International flights from London Heathrow
- Accommodation as detailed in twin or double bed with private facilities (alternative but similar hotels may be used at certain times of year)
- Meals included as stated - Breakfast (B) and Dinner (D)
- Air conditioned transport
- Services of a qualified English-speaking local guide
- All site entrance fees while touring as appropriate
- Drop off on day 9 at airport, Negombo, Wadduwa or Kalutara
What's Not Included
- Optional excursions, tips for the guide or driver
- Video camera permits at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, video and still camera permits at the Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Transfers on day 9 to alternative beach resorts (small fee applies)
Please Note
Holiday prices are in £'s per person based on twin occupancy.
Regional Departures available. Please contact our Travel Centre Team for details.
Prices may increase or decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
Itinerary shown is for 2012 departures. Please contact reservations for more information.
