Best of Sri Lanka Private 5 Days Tour

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Best of Sri Lanka Private 5 Days Tour

By Classical Lanka Tours

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
5d
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Discover Sri Lanka’s best on this 5-day journey from Sigiriya to Ella. Begin with a sunrise climb of the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then explore the medieval marvels of Polonnaruwa Ancient City. Head into Minneriya National Park for an unforgettable elephant safari before touring Dambulla Cave Temple’s sacred frescoes and Matale Spice Garden’s aromatic plantations. In Kandy, pay homage at the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy a vibrant cultural dance show. Venture into the hill country to ascend Ambuluwawa Tower, tour a traditional Ceylon tea factory, and board the scenic Nanu Oya–Ella train through emerald tea fields. Cap off your adventure with photo stops at Ella’s Nine Arch Bridge and a gentle hike up Little Adam’s Peak, then relax on your transfer to Colombo or the airport. Perfect for culture seekers, wildlife lovers, and scenic-train enthusiasts alike.

Activity location

Sigiriya
- Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Sigiriya
- Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

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Best of Sri Lanka Private 5 Days Tour

5d
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

£2,446.08 x 1 Adult£2,446.08

Total

What's included, what's not

All-inclusive Tour
Private transport
Bottled Water
Fresh fruits/ King coconut during the safari
WiFi on board
Driver’s Food & Accommodation
All Site Entry Fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
3/4 Star Accommodation - 4 Nights
4x4 jeep with English speaking tracker

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Sigiriya

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight Stay at a 3-4 star hotel in Sigiriya.

Sigiriya

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Your personal chauffeur guide awaits you at the airport for a comfortable transfer to Sigiriya, a serene village nestled within the Cultural Triangle. As the scenery shifts from city bustle to lush countryside, you’ll settle into a boutique eco-resort surrounded by tropical foliage. Spend the evening relaxing by the pool or soaking in jungle views as the adventure begins.

Day 2: Sigiriya • Polonnaruwa • Minneriya Safari • Gem Museum • Wood Carvings

4 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight Stay at a 3-4 star hotel in Sigiriya.

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

4h
Admission ticket included

Scale the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya rock fortress tour, ascending ancient stairways to discover vibrant 5th-century frescoes and enjoy 360° views over jungle and village landscapes.

Ancient City of Polonnaruwa

2h
Admission ticket included

Wander through Polonnaruwa’s medieval ruins tour, where towering Buddha statues, ornate stone temples, and royal bath complexes reveal the grandeur of Sri Lanka’s former capital.

Minneriya National Park

4h
Admission ticket included

Embark on a wildlife safari in Minneriya National Park, spotting wild elephant herds, sambar deer, toque macaques, and vibrant birdlife against a backdrop of sprawling savannahs.

Oak Ray Woodcarving

1h
Admission ticket included

Join a hands-on wood carving workshop to watch skilled artisans transform native hardwoods into intricate masks, statues, and home decor, each piece echoing centuries-old techniques.

Day 3: Dambulla Cave Temple • Spice Garden • Temple of the Tooth • Cultural Dance

4 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight Stay at a 3-4 star hotel in Kandy.

Dambulla Cave Temple

2h
Admission ticket included

Tour the Dambulla cave temple sightseeing experience, entering five limestone caverns filled with over 150 Buddha statues, vivid murals, and serene meditation niches.

Ranweli Spice Garden

1h
Admission ticket included

Stroll through a spice garden tour, inhaling the heady aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, and clove. Discover how each spice is grown, harvested, and used in Sri Lankan cuisine and Ayurveda.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

2h
Admission ticket included

Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, a historic Buddhist shrine housing a sacred relic. Admire its golden roof, intricate woodwork, and observe the ceremonial procession.

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show

1h
Admission ticket included

Enjoy a Sri Lanka cultural dance show featuring Kandyan dancers in vibrant costumes. Watch high-energy drumming, rhythmic footwork, and traditional storytelling through movement.

Day 4: Ambuluwawa Tower • Tea Factory • Scenic Train Ride to Ella

5 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight Stay at a 3-4 star hotel in Ella.

Ambuluwawa Tower

2h
Admission ticket included

Ascend Ambuluwawa Tower viewpoint, a striking spiral structure offering panoramic vistas of mist-clad hills, lush forests, and distant peaks perfect for sunset photography.

Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden

1h
Admission ticket included

Experience a Ceylon tea factory tour, witnessing fresh leaves withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying. Finish with a tasting of premium black, green, and white tea blends.

Ramboda Waterfall

1h
Admission ticket included

Join a Ramboda Falls tour to witness a 109 m cascade plunging through mist-shrouded tea plantations. Capture epic photos from the viewing platform, feel the cool spray, and soak in lush forest vistas far from the crowds.

Gregory Lake

1h
Admission ticket included

Embark on a Lake Gregory boating tour in Nuwara Eliya’s serene heart. Glide across placid waters in paddle or swan boats, framed by rolling hills, pine forests, and a charming lakeside park perfect for leisure and lakeside dining.

Nanu Oya railway station

1h
Admission ticket included

Board the scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella, winding through misty mountains, cascading waterfalls, and endless emerald tea plantations—an unforgettable rail adventure.

Day 5: Nine Arches Bridge • Little Adam’s Peak • Transfer to Colombo or Airport

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Not included

Nine Arches Bridge

1h
Admission ticket included

Marvel at the Nine Arches Bridge in Ella, a colonial-era railway viaduct set amidst dense jungle. Snap photos as trains rumble overhead and verdant hills rise all around.

Little Adam's Peak

1h
Admission ticket included

Trek the Little Adam’s Peak hike, an easy ascent offering expansive sunrise views over Ella Gap, rolling tea fields, and distant mountain ranges. Perfect for every fitness level.

Location

Activity location

Sigiriya
- Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Sigiriya
- Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

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