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This group tour for solo travellers explores Sri Lanka’s famed Cultural Triangle and beyond. Admire ancient cities, scenic hill country, man-made marvels and abundant wildlife. Your journey includes safaris in search of wild elephants and leopards, a visit to the UNESCO-listed rock fortress of Sigiriya, and a relaxing stay on a palm-fringed beach.
Signature Experiences
Safari in national parks in search of wild elephants and leopards
Learn about Sri Lanka cuisine at a cooking demonstration
View scenic tea country by train
Witness a traditional Kandyan cultural performance
Inclusions
Small group size - average 10 people (max 18)
4-& 5-star accommodation
Twin / double rooms for single use
Porterage at hotels
Welcome & farewell group dinners
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees included
Pricing is correct as of 1 July 2026.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive Colombo
Arrive in Colombo, and check into the Anantaya Resort & Spa (Chilaw) for 1 night. Welcome dinner with your group. Our travel specialists will be delighted to assist with flight arrangements if required.
Day 2 | Anuradhapura
Drive to Anuradhapura via Wilpattu National Park. Afternoon wildlife safari in search of leopards and sloth bears. Stay 2 nights at the Lake Forest Resort.
Day 3 | Wilpattu National Park - Anuradhapura
Morning safari in Wilpattu National Park. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Day 4 | Anuradhapura - Habarana
Drive to the ancient city of Anuradhapura. For 1,400 years, this city was the capital of Sri Lanka and contains fabulous Buddhist shrines and relics. Travel to Habarana. Stay 3 nights at the Cinnamon Lodge.
Day 5 | Habarana - Sigiriya
Transfer to Sigiriya and visit the UNESCO-listed rock fortress. Learn about Sri Lankan cuisine at a cooking demonstration, sampling the local flavours, before an afternoon at leisure.
Day 6 | Polonnaruwa - Minneriya National Park
Visit the 11th-century medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. Afternoon safari to view a variety of wildlife, including elephants.
Day 7 | Dambulla - Kandy
Morning visit to Dambulla, home to Asia’s most impressive cave temples. Continue to the beautiful hill station of Kandy and stay 2 nights at the Cinnamon Citadel (or similar).
Day 8 | Kandy
Morning visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens. In the evening, watch a traditional Kandyan dance performance and visit the Temple of the Tooth for the evening puja ceremony.
Day 9 | Nuwara Eliya
Take the train to Nanu Oya, passing through lush rural scenery, and arrive in the city of Nuwara Eliya, set in the hills 1,880 metres above sea level. Here you learn about tea cultivation at a plantation. Stay at The Grand Hotel (or similar) for 2 nights.
Day 10 | Horton Plains
Early morning visit to Horton Plains, situated on Sri Lanka’s highest plateau (this excursion involves a 2.5-hour walk). Horton Plains is inhabited by large populations of monkeys and sambar deer. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 11 | Wadduwa
Drive to Wadduwa. Stay 2 nights at the Blue Water Hotel and Spa, a luxury hotel with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.
Day 12 | Wadduwa
Day at leisure. Attend a farewell dinner.
Day 13 | Depart
Transfer to Colombo airport, where your tour ends.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
