For an in-depth analysis of the history, culture and tradition of ancient and modern day Sri Lanka, this cultural tour of Sri Lanka is just what you need. Beginning with Anuradhapura – the oldest kingdom of Sri Lanka, and wrapping up with Colombo – the trading hub and busiest city on the island, this tour covers all cultural attractions, not forgetting a touch of the hill country natural beauty.
If you are traveling to Sri Lanka for a short holiday, you can still have a memorable sightseeing trip around Sri Lanka exploring culture, heritage sites and popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.
Day 1, 2 & 3 Sigiriya
Assuming an early arrival on day 01 at the Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be picked up by a Blue Lanka Representative and transferred to Sigiriya in a private luxury vehicle (4 hours’ drive) to begin this cultural tour of Sri Lanka. Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple (about 400 steps to climb) and then check in to Amaya Lake on a bed and breakfast basis.
On day 02 you will visit the Lion’s Rock and explore the Rock Fortress (1200 steps to climb). Next is a one and a half hour’s drive to Polonnaruwa, lunch will be served at Priyamali Gedara, then explore the ancient ruins in Polonnaruwa and head back to Sigiriya for the night.
On day 03 you will visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura (one and a half hours drive) and the Mihintale Buddhist Temple and return to Sigiriya for the night.
Day 4 & 5KandyEn-route to Kandy on day 04, you will visit the Matale Alu Vihara Temple. In Kandy (after a 3 hours’ drive), you will enjoy an evening cultural dance show and then check in to Golden Crown Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
Early next morning, visit the Temple of the Tooth, obtain blessings from Buddhist Monks and then move on to visit the three temple loop – Gadaladeniya, Embekke, Lankathilake. After this, return to your hotel in Kandy for the night.
Day 6 & 7 ColomboEn-route to Colombo (3 hours’ drive) the next day, you will visit the Kelaniya and Kotte Rajamahaviharaya. Galle Face Hotel is where you will be staying for the night.
To wrap up this cultural tour of Sri Lanka on day 07, you can opt for a Colombo city tour before you depart to the airport for your onward journey or return home.
We hope this shortened cultural tour itinerary was satisfactory for you. If you wish to make any changes to it, please do let us know and we will do the needful as per your request.
All tour packages available from us it totally customizable according to your needs, We always there to give you the best holiday experience in Sri Lanka.
