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Sri Lankan Cultural Triangle (7 Days)

Starting from USD 2,118.00 (Per Person)

Snapshot

The Sri Lanka Cultural Tour gives you a deep appreciation of the island’s history. You will gain a better understanding of Sri Lanka’s rich cultural and religious heritage on a tour designed also to uncover lesser-known, but still entrancing remains of Sri Lanka’s cultural past. As ever, we can adjust this itinerary in order to suit your needs: you may have the luxury to slow the tour down in places for more relaxation time, uncover the heritage of Jaffna in the far north or simply to enjoy some beach days at the end of your holiday.

Our Opinion

This classic island tour ticks all the boxes for the first-time visitor to Sri Lanka - and the ability to adjust the accommodation as you please makes it even more special

Don`t Miss

Learn of the ancient kingdoms of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa
Discover the Cultural Triangle’s rock fortresses and hill-top palaces
Explore Dambulla’s serene Buddhist cave temples
Visit Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth
Experience one of the finest train journeys in the world

Package Includes

Accommodation in a shared double / twin room
Include water bottle when travelling
Free Wi-fi
Chauffeur-guide and vehicle for the duration of the tour (including leisure days)
Both airport transfers
Expert advice and support prior to and during the tour

Terms & Conditions

Price shown is a starting price and is subject to change, depending on travel dates / the number of people travelling etc.
Price shown is based on two people sharing a double / twin room
See our Booking Conditions for more details

Want to change this itinerary? That’s cool with us.

Tailor-made is what we do. Just let us know your ideas by email or phone and we’ll get right back.

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Here’s a detailed breakdown of your 7 Days Sri Lankan Cultural Triangle itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo & Transfer to Sigiriya

Time Duration :
4-5 hours
Attractions :
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, local village visits
Activities :
Elephant feeding, village tour

Day 2: Explore Sigiriya

Time Duration :
2 hours
Attractions :
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Pidurangala Rock
Activities :
Climb Sigiriya Rock, garden visit, museum, sunset hike at Pidurangala
Accommodations : Same as Day 1

Day 3 : Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa

Time Duration :
1.5 - 2 hours
Attractions :
Ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Gal Vihara, Parakrama Samudra
Activities :
Guided exploration, cycling tour

Day 4: Polonnaruwa to Dambulla & Kandy

Time Duration :
2 - 3 hours
Attractions :
Dambulla Cave Temple, Matale Spice Garden (en route)
Activities :
Temple tour, spice garden visit

Day 5: Explore Kandy

Attractions :
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake
Activities :
Temple visit, garden walk, cultural dance show in the evening
Accommodations :
Same as Day 4

Day 6: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Time Duration :
2.5 - 3 hours (scenic train ride optional)
Attractions :
Tea plantations, waterfalls (Ramboda Falls), Nuwara Eliya town
Activities :
Tea factory tour, nature walk, colonial architecture

Day 7: Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

Time Duration :
5 - 6 hours
Attractions :
Optional Horton Plains National Park visit, Gregory Lake
Activities :
Horton Plains trek, Gregory Lake boat ride, scenic return to Colombo

This selection provides mid-range, luxury, and budget options for each night, allowing flexibility based on preference and budget.

To calculate the per-person cost for this 7-day Sri Lankan Cultural Triangle itinerary, We’ll break down expenses for accommodations (luxury, mid-range, and budget options), transportation, attractions and activities, meals, and miscellaneous costs.

1. Accommodation Costs

Assuming double occupancy (per person based on shared rooms), here are the estimated costs for each category:

Luxury

Sigiriya (2 nights): Kandalama Heritage

Polonnaruwa (1 night): EKHO Lake House,

Kandy (2 nights): Earl`s Regency

Nuwara Eliya (1 night): Heritance Tea Factory

Mid-Range

Sigiriya (2 nights): Sigiriya Village Hotel

Polonnaruwa (1 night): The Lake Hotel

Kandy (2 nights): Cinnamon Citadel

Nuwara Eliya (1 night): The Grand Hotel

Budget

Sigiriya (2 nights): Kassapa Lions Rock

Polonnaruwa (1 night): Siyanco Holiday Resort

Kandy (2 nights): Sevana City Hotel

Nuwara Eliya (1 night): Oak Ray Summer Hill Breeze

2. Transportation Costs

Private Car with Driver

Airport Transfers

Optional Scenic Train Ride (Kandy to Nuwara Eliya)

3. Attractions and Activities Costs

Entry Fees (per person):

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Pidurangala Rock

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Guided Tour

Dambulla Cave Temple

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens

Additional Experiences:

Village Tour near Sigiriya

Cycling Tour in Polonnaruwa

Cultural Dance Show in Kandy

Tea Factory Tour in Nuwara Eliya

4. Meals

Breakfasts: Typically included with hotel stays.

Lunches and Dinners

5. Miscellaneous Costs

Tips for Driver and Guides

Souvenirs and Snacks

Total Miscellaneous Cost: $85 per person

Total Cost Calculation (per person)

Final Cost per Person:

Luxury: $3,700

Mid-Range: $2940

Budget: $2,118 (rounded)

These estimates cover a comprehensive 7-day tour with all major costs, including luxury, mid-range, and budget options.

Optional add-ons can be included based on preferences. Let me know if you’d like further adjustments!