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Take the stress out of planning your Sri Lanka vacation by booking this convenient 6-night private package, with transfers and half-board accommodation at two great-value price points. Hit cultural highlights including four UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, the heritage city of Kandy, and Galle old town—and enjoy activities from white-water rafting to tea tours. Entrance and activity fees are at your own expense.

See Kandy's sights from Colombo even if you're short on time on this convenient private day trip. Enjoy three experiences in one trip: In addition to city sightseeing, you'll also visit a tea factory and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya. You also have the flexibility to be picked up from towns other than Colombo, such as Negombo and Kalutara.

Check out the city of Negombo on this private city tour, with your guide and a maximum of two passengers. You’ll drive around in a private vehicle to see the spots that give this place life, like the Fish Market to see the fishing lifestyle, St. Mary’s Church built in the 18th century, Angurukaramulla Temple, and more. Learn about the religious influences on the culture, too.

One of the most well-known cities in Sri Lanka is Kandy, the capital city situated on a hill. There are several tourist attractions in Kandy. The city has a reputation for being distinctive because of its setting in a hill station near a lake. Around Kandy, there is a plethora of cultural diversity. The Temple of the Tooth receives the most visitors. Former Kandyan rulers built the city's central lake, which offers visitors a breathtaking view. Sports, religion, history, and culture are all abundant in Kandy. One of the top attractions in Kandy is the Royal Botanical Garden, and tourists may also go to a tea factory and a plantation to learn more about the cultivation of tea. You shouldn't skip Kandy while visiting Sri Lanka. Once you have beautiful recollections of your Kandy trip, you will be dropped off back at your accommodation.

Explore the small fishing village of Negombo by Tuk Tuk, a very typical vehicle in Asia. During the tour, you may cover Fish Market which is the second largest fish market in Sri Lanka, Dutch Fort which has a fine gateway inscribed with the date 1678, Angurukaaramulla Temple with its 6m-long reclining Buddha, St. Mary’s Church with thunderous ceiling paintings covering the nave and many more attractions by the roads.

After breakfast around 10 am, we pick you up at the hotel in negombo. we leave for Chilaw, There is a saying that "Chilaw is famous for Crabs, Coconuts, We take you to famous Munneswaram temple, which is visited by both Hindus as well as Buddhists. We proceed to Puttalam, Puttalam is a small but very populous town. Famous for salt and fishing, Puttalam is the home to one of Sri Lanka’s largest lagoons, also called Puttalam lagoon. We visit the salt factory, you will be able to see the salt making procedure. After lunch, we will take you back to your hotel.

Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka with this 12-day private wildlife tour that includes a driver, car or van, and accommodation. Visit four national parks, ancient cities, hill country, and beaches. Explore cities such as Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Yala without having to worry about planning any logistics.

Kandy is a large city in central Sri Lanka. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforest. The city's heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake), which is popular for strolling. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) shrine, celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession.

During this 4 Day tour you will be visiting many of the famous and cultural areas in Sri Lanka which everyone should visit during their time in this beautiful country

Negombo is a charming city situated on the North West coast of Sri Lanka. It is steeped in history, with the remains of a Dutch Fort dating back to the 20th century. The city has a beautiful waterfront and is surrounded by scenic views and historic landscapes. Enjoy a private tour of this beautiful city with an experienced chauffeur and friendly tour guide, who will ensure you get the most out of your trip. Because there are no other travellers on the tour, you can tailor the itinerary to your own interests and needs and spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop.

Witness the amazing tourist spots of Sri Lanka, in this tour you can experience 6 beautiful cities in three days, while traveling you can explore such things as below - Climbing a rock - Visiting the temple of the tooth - Walking through lush green tea plantations, the tea plantations which produce the leaf is a magnet for tea lovers and anyone who is interested in the colonial history of Sri Lanka or enjoys stunning landscape views. - Traveling via the coolest place in Sri Lanka – Nuwara Eliya, Viewing the breathtaking scenery at little Adam's peak - Visiting The Udawalawe National Park which is the only place in the world

Visit two important cultural and historic sites and a national park with this private full-day tour. After hotel pickup, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Sigiriya Craft Village. Then explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Minneriya National Park.

Don’t waste time booking individual rides. During this private, 8-day excursion, hit the highlights of Sri Lanka in your own personal chauffeured vehicle. Hotel accommodation and select meals are included, so you can focus on taking in the sights. Highlights include the rock-cut fortress of Sigiriya, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, the tea plantations of Ella, and a safari through Yala National Park to spot elephants and leopards.

• Visit main historical attractions • On the way See wild elephants • Discover green highlands with tea trails

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of Anuradhapura from Kandy. You'll be able to see the highlights of the area in a single day and be able to concentrate on the parts that interest you. Sites can include Twins Pond, Samadhi Buddhas Statue, Isurumuniya Temple, Abhayagiriya Museum, and others. Your guide will tailor their commentary to your interests and you'll have the chance to ask plenty of questions.

Visiting Sri Lanka’s Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple from Negombo by yourself means negotiating buses and trains, or haggling with cab drivers. This private day trip removes these stresses: with a private air-conditioned car to get you there and back, and a driver-guide for detail and history on both UNESCO-listed sights. Plus, your tour includes entry fees to the sites, and lunch at a quality restaurant along the way.

Tick off many of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated Hindu and Buddhist sites during this multi-day private tour from Negombo. See the highlights of lakeside Kandy (including the gold-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth), tour the tea plantations and Hindu temple dedicated to Sita (wife of Ram) in Nuwara Eliya, and visit the ancient Sri Lankan sites of Sirigirya, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Anuradhapura, plus many others.

This is a tour package for travelers who prefer exploring the Sri Lankan's ancient history and extraordinary architecture. The Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a world-famous travel destination and a world heritage site named by the UNESCO due to its historical value and architecture. The Dambulla Cave Temple is another ancient Buddhist temple that gives you a better understanding of the advancement of classical Sri Lankan architectural consciousness. Both Sigiriya and the Dambulla Cave Temple hold precious historical stories behind; hence you will benefit from planning your Sigiriya and Dambulla from Colombo tour with one of our experienced drivers/guides. Also, a village tour that lets you experience the village life of the region included in the package. You will be Picked-up by your private driver/guide from your hotel at Colombo/Negombo or Mount Lavinia and begin your private day tour.

Galle is one of Sri Lanka’s most stunning cities, but covering the highlights in a single day can prove challenging without private transportation. Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day, small-group excursion from Colombo includes door-to-door transfers. Visit a turtle hatchery, sail along the Madu River (own expense), and tick off top historical sights like the Galle Fort Lighthouse and Clock Tower.

Dambulla was designated a World Heritage site in 1991. The caves have a mixture of religious and secular painting and sculpture. Climb a rock - if you’re in good shape and don’t stop to look at things, it’ll take you less than 30 minutes to climb all the way to the top of the rock. If you need a few breaks along the way or simply want to stop often to take photos and admire the view, it’ll take an hour and a half to two hours to climb up and go back down again.

Kandy is surrounded by iconic attractions, but ticking them off your list isn’t easy without your own transportation. Take the hassle out of sightseeing during this full-day private excursion. Climb to the top of the UNESCO-protected rock fortress of Sigiriya, peek inside the Buddhist cave complex of Dambulla, and catch sight of elephants, storks, and more within Minneriya National Park—all in one day.

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of Sri Lanka, a captivating island nation renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse wildlife. This extraordinary adventure will take you to iconic destinations, from the ancient ruins of Sigiriya to the serene beaches of Bentota.

Sri Lanka’s southwest coast serves up palm-fringed beaches, villages, and wildlife in abundance, along with the historical city of Galle. With this tour from Negombo, enjoy the scenery from a private air-conditioned car rather than crowded buses or trains, and enjoy beach time, a turtle hatchery, and wildlife cruise on the Madu Ganga River. Plus, stroll and shop at UNESCO-listed Galle Fort before returning. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

The Dambulla rock is 160m high and is surrounded by more than 80 documented caves. Five popular caves contain the major attractions, with several statues and paintings that are related to Buddha's life. These caves vary in sizes and magnificence. 4 statues of Gods and Goddesses, including one of Vishnu and Ganesha. King Walagamba converted the caves into a temple in the 1st century BCE. Exiled from Anuradhapura, he sought refuge here from South Indian invaders for 15 years. After reclaiming his capital, the King built a temple in thankful worship. Many other kings added to it later and by the 11th century, the caves had become a major religious centre. King Nissankamalla gilded the caves and added about 70 Buddha statues in 1190 AD. During the 18th century, the caves were restored and painted by the Kandyan Kings.