Magical Sri Lanka – Heritage, Hills & Wildlife Safari

Guided

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Private Tour

Description

Experience the very best of Sri Lanka on this 13-day journey across the island, combining ancient heritage, misty hill country, thrilling wildlife and golden beaches. Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, explore the Dambulla Cave Temple and the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, and taste freshly brewed Ceylon tea in the cool hills of Nuwara Eliya. Watch trains cross the famous Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam’s Peak in Ella, and search for leopards on a full-day safari in Yala National Park. Wander the colonial streets of Galle Fort, then unwind on the beaches of Bentota. With a relaxed pace and carefully planned days, this tour is the perfect blend of culture, nature, adventure and relaxation.

Tour Highlights

  • Negombo: The lively Lellama fish market.
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress: The iconic 5th-century rock fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Dambulla: The Cave Temple, famous for its ancient Buddhist murals and statues.
  • Kandy: The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake, a gem museum and a Kandyan cultural dance show.
  • Nuwara Eliya: Ramboda Falls, Gregory Lake, and a tea plantation and factory visit with tea tasting.
  • Ella: The famous Nine Arch Bridge, the thrilling Ravana Zip Line and the Little Adam’s Peak hike.
  • Yala National Park: A full-day safari to spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and birds.
  • Galle: The historic Galle Fort and the colonial streets of Galle city.
  • Bentota: A Madu River boat safari, fish therapy, a turtle hatchery and a relaxing beach day.

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Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo → Negombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka! On arrival at Colombo Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative, then transferred to your hotel in Negombo. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey.
Overnight: Negombo

Day 2: Negombo → Sigiriya

After breakfast, visit the lively Lellama Fish Market in Negombo to experience the bustling local seafood trade. Then drive inland to Sigiriya, in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, a region famous for its ancient cities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya Sightseeing

After breakfast, explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most remarkable landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb past the ancient frescoes and the giant Lion’s Paw entrance to the summit, which offers stunning views over the surrounding jungle and countryside.
Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 4: Sigiriya → Dambulla → Kandy

After breakfast, drive towards Kandy. On the way, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its impressive collection of Buddhist murals and statues. Continue to Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka, and check in at your hotel.
Overnight: Kandy

Day 5: Kandy Sightseeing

After breakfast, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, take a relaxing walk around Kandy Lake. Visit a local gem museum to learn how Sri Lanka’s famous gemstones are mined and cut. In the evening, enjoy a vibrant cultural show of traditional Kandyan dance and drumming.
Overnight: Kandy

Day 6: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, drive up into the hill country to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, stop at the scenic Ramboda Falls, surrounded by misty hills. Visit a traditional tea plantation and tea factory to see how world-famous Ceylon tea is grown and processed, and taste freshly brewed tea. Later, enjoy a peaceful walk or boat ride on Gregory Lake.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Day 7: Nuwara Eliya → Ella

After breakfast, drive to Ella through beautiful hill-country scenery. Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, a colonial-era railway bridge surrounded by green hills and tea plantations, and watch trains cross its stone arches. For a thrilling adventure, ride the Ravana Zip Line over the lush valleys near Ella.
Overnight: Ella

Day 8: Ella Sightseeing

After breakfast, hike up Little Adam’s Peak, an easy and rewarding trek with panoramic views over tea plantations and mountains. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the cafés and laid-back charm of Ella.
Overnight: Ella

Day 9: Ella → Yala National Park

After an early breakfast, drive to Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s most popular wildlife park. Enjoy a full-day jeep safari through its rugged landscapes in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and many colourful birds.
Overnight: Yala

Day 10: Yala → Galle

After breakfast, drive along the southern coast to Galle. Step back in time as you wander through Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where colonial charm meets stunning ocean views. Then explore Galle’s charming streets, vibrant markets and colonial architecture.
Overnight: Galle

Day 11: Galle → Bentota (Night 11)

After breakfast, drive to Bentota. Enjoy a peaceful boat safari on the Madu River, gliding through mangroves, spotting wildlife and visiting small islands to see cinnamon cultivation. Relax with a fish therapy experience, then visit a nearby turtle hatchery to learn about sea turtle conservation.
Overnight: Bentota

Day 12: Bentota Beach Day

Enjoy a free day to relax on the golden beaches of Bentota, swim in the sea or simply unwind at your hotel.
Overnight: Bentota

Day 13: Bentota → Colombo Airport

After breakfast, transfer to Colombo Airport for your onward flight, taking home wonderful memories of Sri Lanka. We hope to see you again soon!

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Additional Information

  • A valid passport is required on the day of travel.
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • The recommended dress code is smart casual. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not recommended when visiting temples.
  • The tour involves a moderate amount of walking. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Most travellers can participate. However, this tour is not recommended for travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Meals & Dietary Requirements

Meals are provided as specified in the itinerary. Please inform us of any food allergies, intolerances, or dietary requirements at the time of booking, or notify your trip host during the tour. We will do our best to accommodate your needs, although specific dietary arrangements cannot be guaranteed.

Booking Policy

  • All bookings are subject to availability.
  • A booking is confirmed only after the required advance payment has been received.
  • Prices may vary depending on seasonal demand, fuel costs, taxes, government regulations, and changes in supplier rates.
  • Customized tours may be subject to special booking and payment conditions.

Janu Private Tours reserves the right to refuse or cancel a booking where necessary, subject to applicable laws and the terms communicated to the customer.

Payment Schedule & Methods

An advance payment is required to initiate confirmations for hotels, transportation, guides, train tickets, flights, and other travel arrangements.

The following payment schedule applies:

  • 75% advance payment at the time of booking confirmation.
  • Remaining 25% payment at least 15 days before the tour start date.

Accepted payment methods include:

  • Credit and debit cards
  • Bank transfer
  • PayPal
  • International wire transfer

Any applicable transaction charges or bank fees shall be borne by the customer.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Customer Cancellations

For cancellations made within 7 days or less before the tour start date, a cancellation fee of 25% of the total tour cost will apply, subject to the applicable booking terms.

All cancellation requests must be communicated in writing by email and confirmed via WhatsApp or phone.

Please send your cancellation request to:

Cancellations communicated through other channels may not be accepted.

Any applicable refund will be processed in accordance with the cancellation terms agreed upon at the time of booking.

Price Changes & Additional Charges

If hotel rates, airfares, transportation costs, fuel prices, taxes, guide charges, or monument and museum entrance fees increase due to changes imposed by suppliers or the Government of India or Rajasthan State Government, additional charges may apply where permitted under the agreed booking terms and applicable law.

Any applicable additional costs will be communicated to the customer.

Insurance & Liability

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all travellers. Travellers are responsible for arranging suitable insurance coverage for medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost belongings, and other personal travel risks.

Janu Private Tours will provide assistance where reasonably possible in the event of an emergency; however, travellers should ensure they have appropriate insurance coverage before departure.

Customer Support & Emergency Contact

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Our team will assist you with your travel-related queries and support requests.

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