Escape Lanka

ClassicalSriLanka

Seven classic days — Colombo, Minneriya safari, Sigiriya, Kandy, and the tea-country train.

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Overview

Classical Sri Lanka

A seven-day journey that blends ancient heritage with natural beauty. From the colonial landmarks of Colombo to a Minneriya safari, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a village trek, the Dambulla cave temples, and the scenic train into tea country — a classic route that captures the essence of the island in a week.

Tour at a Glance

Duration

7 Days / 6 Nights

Destinations

Colombo, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota

Best For

First-Time Visitors, Couples, History Enthusiasts

✦ Private & fully customisable

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Highlights

What Makes This Journey Special

Jeep safari at Minneriya National Park with elephant viewing
Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Village trek with a bullock cart ride and a farmer's lunch
Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
Scenic train ride through tea plantations to Nuwara Eliya
Devon and St. Clair's Falls, with optional white-water rafting
Day by Day

Your Journey Itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1

    Welcome to Sri Lanka

    Airport welcome followed by a Colombo city tour — the Fort, Pettah, Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and Viharamahadevi Park.

    Overnight · Colombo

  2. 2

    Day 2

    Minneriya Safari

    Travel north for a jeep safari through Minneriya National Park, famous for its gathering of wild elephants, then continue to Habarana.

    Overnight · Dambulla / Habarana

  3. 3

    Day 3

    Sigiriya & Village Trek

    An early climb of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress to see the frescoes and mirror wall, followed by a village trek with a bullock cart, nature walk, boat ride, and an authentic meal prepared by a local farmer.

    Overnight · Dambulla / Habarana

  4. 4

    Day 4

    Dambulla Cave Temple & Kandy

    Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple complex, stop at a Matale spice garden, and reach Kandy for an evening cultural show of traditional dance.

    Overnight · Kandy

  5. 5

    Day 5

    Kandy & Scenic Train

    Visit the Temple of the Tooth and Kandy Lake, then take the scenic train to Nanu Oya, ending with a Pedro tea factory tour and Nuwara Eliya sightseeing.

    Overnight · Nuwara Eliya

  6. 6

    Day 6

    Waterfalls & Bentota

    Travel to the coast at Bentota, stopping at Devon Falls and St. Clair's Falls, with optional white-water rafting on the Kelani River at Kitulgala.

    Overnight · Bentota

  7. 7

    Day 7

    Departure

    Breakfast and airport transfer, with an optional Colombo tour if your flight departs later in the day.

Included

What's Included in Your Journey

Hotel accommodation throughout (selections available)
Local Sri Lankan cultural guide and private driver
Daily breakfast
All transfers and private transportation
Scenic train tickets and Minneriya jeep safari
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