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This fully escorted small group tour through Sri Lanka offers the very best in cultural pursuits as well as bucket list gems: cruise the tranquil Madu River and safari through Yala and Minneriya national parks. Unwind at a luxurious Chilaw resort known for golden sand and clear water.
Advertised pricing is based on per person twin share on 22 June 2026 departure. Pricing may vary depending on departure date. Subject to change & availability at time of booking. Correct as of 23 March 2026.
Highlights & Inclusions
Highlights:
Colombo –Sightseeing tour
Balapitiya – Madu River cruise
Galle – Galle Fort
Yala National Park – Guided game drives
Nuwara Eliya – Scenic Train ride
Nuwara Eliya – Tea plantation and factory visit
Kandy – Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy – Traditional cultural performance
Minneriya National Park – Game drive
Sigiriya – Lion Rock visit
Sigiriya – UNESCO World Heritage Site Polonnaruwa
Chilaw – Chilaw visit
Inclusions:
13 nights in 5-star accommodation, including 2 nights at the Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya with high tea
Group airport transfers included on the first and last day of tour
Breakfast and dinner daily, 5 lunches
Ride the iconic train from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy
Dedicated private transportation throughout
Fully escorted by an English-speaking leader throughout
Incredible sightseeing including entry fees as per itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 – Colombo
Hotel: The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo (or similar) Welcome to Sri Lanka! On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure before touring begins tomorrow.
Day 2 – Colombo – Galle
Hotel: Radisson Blu Resort Galle (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Travel time: Approx. 2.5 hours Enjoy a Colombo sightseeing tour en route to Galle, passing Old Parliament, President’s House, Galle Face Green, ViharamahaDevi Park and Independence Square. Visit Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (entry not included), Colombo National Museum and enjoy a Madu River boat safari visiting Cinnamon Island. Inspiring highlights: Colombo National Museum – Madu River – Cinnamon Island
Day 3 – Galle
Hotel: Radisson Blu Resort Galle (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Explore the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial architecture. Afternoon at leisure. Inspiring highlight: Galle Fort
Day 4 – Galle – Yala National Park
Hotel: Jetwing Yala (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Travel time: Approx. 2.5 hours Travel to Yala National Park and enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari in search of Sri Lanka’s famous leopard population. Inspiring highlight: Yala National Park safari
Day 5 – Yala National Park – Ella – Nuwara Eliya
Hotel: The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Travel time: Approx. 4 hours Enjoy an early morning safari in Yala National Park before travelling via Ella Gap and scenic waterfalls to Nuwara Eliya, known as Little England. Stay at the historic Grand Hotel, famous for colonial charm and traditional afternoon tea. Inspiring highlights: Yala National Park safari – Ella Gap – Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Day 6 – Nuwara Eliya
Hotel: The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn the tea-making process from leaf to cup. Enjoy High Tea at the Grand Tea Lounge. Inspiring highlights: Tea plantation experience – Grand Tea Lounge High Tea
Day 7 – Nuwara Eliya – Kandy
Hotel: Earl’s Regency, Kandy (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Travel time: Approx. 4 hours Travel on one of the world’s most scenic train journeys through Sri Lanka’s tea country before exploring Kandy, featuring Kandy Lake, Temple of the Tooth Relic and royal palace ruins. Inspiring highlight: Scenic Kandy train journey
Day 8 – Kandy
Hotel: Earl’s Regency, Kandy (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Enjoy a Tuk Tuk and Bazaar tour, stroll around picturesque Kandy Lake and experience a Sri Lankan cultural performance followed by a visit to the Temple of the Tooth. Inspiring highlights: Kandy Lake – Temple of the Tooth
Day 9 – Kandy – Minneriya National Park – Sigiriya
Hotel: Sigiriya Jungles (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Travel time: Approx. 3 hours Travel to Sigiriya via Minneriya National Park and enjoy a private jeep safari famous for large elephant gatherings. This evening enjoy an Arrack sundowner with canapés before dinner. Inspiring highlight: Minneriya National Park safari
Day 10 – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya
Hotel: Sigiriya Jungles (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Climb the spectacular Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a Sri Lankan cooking demonstration and lunch before visiting the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa. Inspiring highlights: Sigiriya Rock Fortress – Polonnaruwa
Day 11 – Sigiriya – Dambulla – Sigiriya
Hotel: Sigiriya Jungles (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Visit the remarkable Dambulla Rock Cave Temple, home to over 150 Buddha statues and intricate cave paintings. Inspiring highlight: Golden Temple of Dambulla
Day 12 – Sigiriya – Chilaw
Hotel: Anantaya Resort & Spa Chilaw (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Travel to the coastal town of Chilaw, known for its famous three C’s – Crabs – Coconuts – Coreas.
Day 13 – Chilaw
Hotel: Anantaya Resort & Spa Chilaw (or similar) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Enjoy a full day at leisure relaxing by the beach or pool.
Day 14 – Chilaw – Colombo Departure
Meals: Breakfast Transfer to Colombo Airport for your onward flight. Group transfer included for flights departing after 6pm.
Itinerary is subject to change and availability.
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.
