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14 DAY ULTIMATE SRI LANKA PREMIUM SMALL GROUP TOUR
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Destination: Sri Lanka
Overview:
Discover the cultural, historical and natural highlights of Sri Lanka on this premium small-group journey. Stay in carefully selected 4 and 5-star accommodation, experience iconic wildlife safaris, travel through Sri Lanka's scenic hill country by train and explore ancient kingdoms, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and colonial landmarks along the way.
Your tour includes:
- 13 nights in 4 and 5-star accommodation
- 2 nights at the Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya
- Traditional High Tea at the Grand Hotel
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- 5 lunches
- Scenic train journey
- Private transportation throughout
- Fully escorted by an English-speaking tour leader
- Group airport transfers on the first and last day
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified
Sightseeing Highlights:
- Colombo city sightseeing tour
- Madu River Cruise in Balapitiya
- Explore the historic Galle Fort
- Guided game drives in Yala National Park
- Scenic rail journey through Sri Lanka's hill country
- Tea plantation and tea factory visit in Nuwara Eliya
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
- Traditional cultural performance in Kandy
- Game drive in Minneriya National Park
- Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Polonnaruwa
- Relaxing stay in Negombo
Inspiring Features:
Inspiring Sights
Choose two complimentary experiences from the following:
- Horton Plains National Park
- Polonnaruwa Bicycle Tour
- Audangawa Village Walking Tour
- Muthurajawela Wet Marshes Experience
Inspiring Tastes
- Traditional High Tea at the famous Grand Tea Lounge at the Grand Hotel
- Arrack tasting experience featuring six varieties of Sri Lanka's national drink
Inspiring Stay
- Enjoy 2 nights at the renowned Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Optional Tours:
- Horton Plains & World's End (Day 6) – $127 per person
- Audangawa Village Walking Tour (Day 11) – $13 per person
- Polonnaruwa Bicycle Tour (Day 10) – $9 per person
Pre & Post Tour Accommodation:
Pre-Tour Accommodation
- $363 per room, per night (double/twin share)
- $300 per room, per night (solo travellers)
Post-Tour Accommodation
- $301 per room, per night (double/twin share)
- $280 per room, per night (solo travellers)
Single Traveller Options:
- Single Supplement: $1,600 per person
- Share with a known travelling companion
- Share with a same-gender traveller (subject to availability)
Accommodation Highlights:
- Premium 4 and 5-star hotels throughout
- Historic Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
- Carefully selected accommodation showcasing Sri Lanka's character and hospitality
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Premium small-group travelling experience
- Stay in luxury accommodation throughout
- Visit Sri Lanka's most iconic cultural and natural attractions
- Experience unforgettable wildlife safaris
- Enjoy scenic rail travel through tea country
- Includes special culinary and cultural experiences
- Fully escorted for a seamless and enriching holiday
Important Information:
- Optional tours must be selected at least 70 days prior to departure
- All upgrades and additional arrangements are subject to availability
- Bedding configurations are request only and cannot be guaranteed
- Triple share is not available
- Children must be 5 years or older and share with parents
- Children are charged the same price as adults
*Optional tours, pre/post-tour accommodation and room requests are subject to availability and confirmation. Additional charges apply where specified.
Day 1 - Colombo
Arrive in Colombo and meet your local representative before transferring to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax and settle in.
Overnight: The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo
Day 2 - Colombo - Galle
Meet your tour leader and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Colombo, including key landmarks and the National Museum. Continue south to Balapitiya for a boat cruise on the Madu River, visiting Cinnamon Island to learn about Sri Lanka's famous cinnamon production.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Radisson Blu Resort Galle
Day 3 - Galle
Enjoy a relaxed morning before exploring the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, renowned for its colonial architecture and historic fortifications.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Radisson Blu Resort Galle
Day 4 - Galle - Yala National Park
Travel to Yala National Park and embark on an afternoon wildlife safari. Keep an eye out for elephants, crocodiles, and the elusive Sri Lankan leopard.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Jetwing Yala
Day 5 - Yala National Park - Ella - Nuwara Eliya
Enjoy an early morning safari in Yala before travelling through the scenic hill country. Visit Ella, then board one of Sri Lanka's most spectacular train journeys to Haputale. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, known as "Little England," and stay at the historic Grand Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Day 6 - Nuwara Eliya
Enjoy a leisurely day in Sri Lanka's tea country. This afternoon, experience a traditional High Tea at the famous Grand Tea Lounge.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Day 7 - Nuwara Eliya - Kandy
Travel through rolling tea plantations and visit a tea factory and plantation to learn about Sri Lanka's world-famous tea production. Continue to Kandy for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Earl's Regency, Kandy
Day 8 - Kandy
Discover the cultural capital of Kandy with a tuk tuk and bazaar tour. Visit Kandy Lake, the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan cultural performance.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Earl's Regency, Kandy
Day 9 - Kandy - Sigiriya
Travel to Sigiriya and enjoy an afternoon jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, one of the best places in Sri Lanka to view wild elephants. This evening, enjoy local cocktails and canapés before dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: SigiriyaJungles
Day 10 - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya
Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, enjoy a Sri Lankan cooking demonstration and lunch before touring the ancient city of Polonnaruwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: SigiriyaJungles
Day 11 - Sigiriya - Dambulla - Sigiriya
Visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, home to ancient Buddhist statues and colourful cave frescoes. Return to your hotel for a relaxing afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: SigiriyaJungles
Day 12 - Sigiriya - Negombo
Depart Sigiriya and travel to the coastal town of Negombo. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to relax by the beach or pool.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Goldi Sands Hotel, Negombo
Day 13 - Negombo
Spend a full day at leisure enjoying Negombo's beachside atmosphere or relaxing at the resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Goldi Sands Hotel, Negombo
Day 14 - Negombo - Colombo
Enjoy free time before your included transfer to Colombo Airport for your onward flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Your tour includes:
- 13 nights in 4 and 5-star accommodation
- 2 nights at the Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya
- Traditional High Tea at the Grand Hotel
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- 5 lunches
- Scenic train journey
- Private transportation throughout
- Fully escorted by an English-speaking tour leader
- Group airport transfers on the first and last day
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified
Sightseeing Highlights:
- Colombo city sightseeing tour
- Madu River Cruise in Balapitiya
- Explore the historic Galle Fort
- Guided game drives in Yala National Park
- Scenic rail journey through Sri Lanka's hill country
- Tea plantation and tea factory visit in Nuwara Eliya
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
- Traditional cultural performance in Kandy
- Game drive in Minneriya National Park
- Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Polonnaruwa
- Relaxing stay in Negombo
Inspiring Features:
Inspiring Sights
Choose two complimentary experiences from the following:
- Horton Plains National Park
- Polonnaruwa Bicycle Tour
- Audangawa Village Walking Tour
- Muthurajawela Wet Marshes Experience
Inspiring Tastes
- Traditional High Tea at the famous Grand Tea Lounge at the Grand Hotel
- Arrack tasting experience featuring six varieties of Sri Lanka's national drink
Inspiring Stay
- Enjoy 2 nights at the renowned Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Optional Tours:
- Horton Plains & World's End (Day 6) – $127 per person
- Audangawa Village Walking Tour (Day 11) – $13 per person
- Polonnaruwa Bicycle Tour (Day 10) – $9 per person
Pre & Post Tour Accommodation:
Pre-Tour Accommodation
- $363 per room, per night (double/twin share)
- $300 per room, per night (solo travellers)
Post-Tour Accommodation
- $301 per room, per night (double/twin share)
- $280 per room, per night (solo travellers)
Single Traveller Options:
- Single Supplement: $1,600 per person
- Share with a known travelling companion
- Share with a same-gender traveller (subject to availability)
Accommodation Highlights:
- Premium 4 and 5-star hotels throughout
- Historic Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
- Carefully selected accommodation showcasing Sri Lanka's character and hospitality
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Premium small-group travelling experience
- Stay in luxury accommodation throughout
- Visit Sri Lanka's most iconic cultural and natural attractions
- Experience unforgettable wildlife safaris
- Enjoy scenic rail travel through tea country
- Includes special culinary and cultural experiences
- Fully escorted for a seamless and enriching holiday
Important Information:
- Optional tours must be selected at least 70 days prior to departure
- All upgrades and additional arrangements are subject to availability
- Bedding configurations are request only and cannot be guaranteed
- Triple share is not available
- Children must be 5 years or older and share with parents
- Children are charged the same price as adults
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- Tourism visa or transit visa if required
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- Itinerary deviations (e.g. extensions or specific airline requests). This will be quoted by a North Travel consultant at the time of booking.
- Professional service fee's (if any)
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