On the Go - Colombo, Caves & Kandy, 7 night tour from R16 935 pps - land only

Discover Sri Lanka's famous cultural triangle and visit the rock fortress of Sigiriya, the exquisite Dambulla cave temple and the historic Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. Add a scenic train journey through the verdant tea plantations and go in search of Sri Lanka’s abundant wildlife at Udawalawe National Park, all this and more in an exciting one week holiday.

What's Included

Airport arrival transfer on day one and departure transfer on day eight All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles Seven nights' accommodation at four-star hotels and heritage properties Daily breakfast and one lunch Escorted by an English-speaking national guide for groups of 6 or more (professional chauffeur guide for groups of 5 or fewer) Guided sightseeing - Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe, and Colombo Scenic train trip from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, canoe ride, and tuk-tuk trips Jeep safari/game drive in Udawalawe National Park

Tour highlights: - Colombo: Enjoy a guided tour of the city, including the Old Fort area and impressive Gangaramaya Temple - Polonnaruwa: Explore the remarkable ruins of the ancient capital city of Ceylon - Sigiriya: Climb to the top of the iconic 5th-century Lion Rock fortress and see the Heavenly Maidens - Dambulla: Discover over 150 images of Buddha in the incredible complex of caves at Dambulla Rock Temple - Kayanwala Village: Canoe to the village and help cook a delicious traditional lunch with a Sri Lankan family - Matale: Learn all about Sri Lanka's herbs and spices at the spice gardens in Matale - Kandy: Take in the highlights of Kandy, including the famous Temple of the Tooth, enjoy a tuk-tuk ride, and watch a cultural performance - Giragama Tea Factory: Take a tour of a working tea factory with a long history - Take a scenic train ride passing waterfalls and tea plantations en route from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, and drive through Nuwara Eliya's 'Little England' - Udawalawe National Park: Go in search of wildlife on a game drive in Udawalawe, home to the nation's largest herd of Asian Elephants

Itinerary: - Day 1: Welcome to Colombo, transfer to hotel and day at leisure - Day 2: Dambulla & Polonnaruwa - Day 3: Sigiriya & Kandy - Day 4: Kandy Temple of the Tooth - Day 5: Scenic train trip & tea plantations - Day 6: Udawalawe National Park jeep safari - Day 7: Colombo city tour - Day 8: Tour concludes in Colombo, transfer to the airport

**Book by 03 September 2025. Tour deals need to be paid in full at the time of booking and are non-changeable and non-refundable. Excludes flights, travel insurance, visas, meals and drinks not specified, tip for your guide and driver (USD3-7 per day, per traveller for guide and driver recommended), tipping kitty (USD50-60, paid in local currency), entrance fees (USD150-170, paid in USD) and anything of a personal nature not mentioned above. All tours and services are subject to a minimum number of visitors, weather conditions, force majeure or other unforeseen circumstances. Alternative departures and pricing available on request. Please contact us for flights.

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