History and Wildlife Tour in Sri Lanka
Guaranteed departures - Private tour
Discover the ruins of temples and fortresses built by the ancient kings and colonial rulers in Sri Lanka. Sigiriya rock fortress, Dambulla golden cave temple, ancient city of Polonnaruwa, sacred city of Kandy and the Dutch fort in Galle the UNESCO Heritage Sites.
Relax and enjoy the scenic country side in Ella resort village and enjoy some beach time in the southern beaches of Sri Lanka. Wildlife safari to Minneriya/ Kadulla or Yala National Park depending on time of the year you visit.
- Discover heritage and cultural sites in Sri Lanka
- See Dambulla Golden Temple, the ruins of ancient capital Polonnaruwa and sacred city of Kandy
- Climb the 5th century Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress
- Visit Galle Dutch Fort
- Wildlife safari in Kadulla / Minneriya or Yala National Park
- Scenic train ride to Ella through mountains, waterways and lush green tea bushes
- Enjoy sea, sun and sand in the tropical southern beaches
- Accommodations, and breakfast meals are included
- Convenient round-trip transport with private chauffeur driver
Itinerary
Day 1 & 2 - Airport to Dambulla/ Sigiriya
Next you are visiting a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Sigiriya rock fortress, the palace of 5th century King Kasyapa. Climb the Sigiriya rock fortress. The lion shaped rock situated in a fortified area surrounding a water ring, trench and a rampart. On your way up you could see the world-renowned frescoes of the Sigiriya '' Maidens of the Clouds”, these frescoes are painted in earth pigments on plaster and the mirror walls.
Jeep safari to Kadulla / Minneriya National Park
Day 3
Polonnaruwa, an Ancient capital for ancient kings between 8th century to the end of 13th century AD. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can visit ruins of palaces, courtyards, temples and monasteries.
Day 4 & 5 - Ella
Ella is a popular scenic hill country resort. Ella is famous for easy and not so hard hiking and trekking experience. The two famous treks in the area are Little Adam's Peak and Ella Rock. The Ravana Falls and Secret Ella Falls are famous waterfalls in the area.
The scenic train ride to Ella and the nine arch bridge are so famous and considered one of the best train rides in the world.
Day 6 & 7 - Galle / Bentota
Visit the Dutch Fort, one of the most popular UNESCO Sites in Galle. The main port in the west coast in ancient times and the center of Dutch rule in 17th century. The Dutch Museum and church are two famous attractions in Galle with Dutch hospital shopping arcade. Make a stop at a turtle conservation site and visit traditional mask and craft making workshops.
Day 8
After the breakfast and morning beach time, you will be transferred to airport.
