Cultural and Hill Country Tour - 6 nights & 7 days

Colombo, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Colombo, Airport

6 nights, 7 days

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Day 1

Airport / Pinnawala / Sigiriya / Dambulla

A CL Synergy Travels tour guide will await your arrival at the Colombo International Airport assuming the flight is arriving in the morning.

Thereafter, proceed to Dambulla. En route, visit the Pinnawella Elephant Orphanage, the largest elephant orphanage of its kind which offers the visitors a close contact with these gentle giants. Your family will truly enjoy the captivating experiences of watching the elephants march along the roads for the daily bath in the nearby river.

Afterwards, visit Sigiriya to discover the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Sigiriya Rock Fortress is another fascinating World Heritage site dating back to the 5th century which was once a stronghold for a king who sought refuge. It remains on a 200 meter high rock with magnificent views of the surrounding jungle.

Overnight stay in Dambulla

Day 2

Dambulla / Polonnaruwa / Minneriya / Dambulla

After breakfast, travel to Polonnaruwa and to discover the ancient city. Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom's first rulers. The ancient city has been declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO.

Upon finishing Polonnaruwa, enjoy a thrilling 4x4 jeep safari excursion to Minneriya National Park. The park’s central feature is the ancient Minneriya Tank which was built in the 3rd century AD by King Mahasena. During the dry season – between June to September – this tank is an incredible place to observe the elephants who come to bathe and graze on the grasses as well as the huge flocks of birds (Cormorants and painted stork to name a few)

OVERNIGHT STAY in Dambulla

Day 3

Dambulla / Matale / Kandy

After breakfast, discover the Dambulla Cave Temple. It is the best preserved cave temple complex in the island with beautiful statues and paintings.

Upon completing, drive up to the mountains to discover the Royal City of Kandy((En route, visit the famous spice gardens in Matale which is optional). It is Sri Lanka's last Royal kingdom and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tour will take you to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a magnificent golden roofed temple, the Kandy Museum, the market place and precious gems & jewellery shops which the island is famous for.

Later in the evening, discover the Cultural Dance Show performed by an energetic dance troupe which is traditional and accompanied by tumultuous drumming. It finally climaxes with an amazing fire-walking show

Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 4

Kandy / Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, discover the famous Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. It is the foremost of its kind in both size and splendor. It was created by the Kandyan King for the enjoyment of the aristocracy. Today the gardens have an orchid house, spice garden, Japanese garden, picturesque lake filled with water lilies and more.

Thereafter, proceed to Nuwara Eliya via Labukelle. Stop at the beautiful Ramboda Falls along the way. Afterwards, proceed to Labukelle & visit the tea plantation and get an educational tour of tea production. Upon arriving in Nuwara Eliya, check-in to the hotel

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

Day 5

Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, do a trek to Galway Forest. Upon completing, do a Nuwara Eliya City Tour including Lake Gregory. Enjoy the cool mountain climate and spend the day at leisure.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

Day 6

Nuwara Eliya / Colombo

After breakfast, head down the mountains towards the buzzing city of Colombo. Upon arriving, do a brief city tour of Colombo including the Old Parliament, Colombo Fort, Colombo’s ancient trade port in Pettah, Cinnamon Gardens, Independence Square, Galle Face Green, Gangarama Temple, BMICH …etc.

You will also have some time to visit a few shops and bazaar areas in the evening.

Overnight stay in Colombo

Day 7

Colombo / Airport

After breakfast, checkout of the hotel and transfer to the airport. If time permits, do some shopping in Colombo. Your journey with CL Synergy Travels ends here. Have a safe journey back and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Note: Hotel stipulates checkout is before 12:00hrs noon time. Late Checkout between 12:00-18:00 requires half of the room rate. Any checkout after 18:00 will cost one extra night room rate.