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Highlights of Sri Lanka

15 days Fully Inclusive Classic Group Tour

Highlights of Sri Lanka

Marvel at magnificent temples, see the World Heritage Rock Fortress at Sigiriya, search for elephants and other wild animals at Yala National Park, discover the fascinating caves at Dambulla and explore the ruined cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 13 , Lunches: 12 , Dinners: 13
  • Accommodation
    14 nights in 3/4 star accommodation
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 28
  • Physical Rating 2
    A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you'll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.
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    Walking, some steps and extended time on your feet.
Classic Group Tour
15 DAYS
From USD $4,833PP
Negombo – Sigiriya – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Yala – Hikkaduwa - Colombo
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Tour Highlights

Our Highlights of Sri Lanka tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.

Please note itinerary changes in 2024:

All trips up to 16 March 2024 departure included, are 14 days in duration. 

From October 2024 onwards, the tour operates with an extra night in Nuwara Eliya and is 15 days in duration. Please refer to detailed trip dossiers for details. 

Day by Day Itinerary

Negombo (1N) - Sigiriya (3N) - Kandy (2N) - Nuwara Eliya (2N) - Yala National Park (2N) - Hikkaduwa (2N) - Colombo (2N)
  • Day 1
    Arrive Negombo
    Dinner
    Day 1: Arrive Negombo

    Arrive in Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo where you are greeted by your Local Guide from Wendy Wu Tours, to be transferred 45 minutes, to your hotel. You have the rest of the day to relax or explore as you wish.

    Dinner
  • Day 2
    Explore Sigiriya
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 2: Explore Sigiriya

    Following breakfast, embark on a 4-hour journey to reach Sigiriya. Upon arrival, explore the renowned Rock Fortress, also known as Lion Rock. The ascent involves climbing many steps, most of which have railings, leading to the top of the Rock Fortress. This climb is quite steep, demanding extra caution. Remember to carry an ample water supply and wear a sun hat for protection. Plan to spend roughly three hours here, which includes the ascent of Lion Rock and a tour of the adjacent gardens. Be mindful of local individuals offering assistance as they may request a fee.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 3
    Discover Polonnaruwa
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 3: Discover Polonnaruwa

    Embark on a 2-hour drive to uncover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Polonnaruwa site this morning. Enjoy a leisurely exploration on foot, delving into the palaces and temples - please refer to the 'Appropriate Dress' section below. Subsequently, head back to your hotel for some leisure time, and later journey 1 hour to Minneriya National Park for an exciting jeep safari.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 4
    Anuradhapura
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 4: Anuradhapura

    Travel for 2 hours to journey to Anuradhapura and immerse yourself in the grandeur of this ancient city. Expect about 4 hours of exploration on foot as you uncover its historical treasures. Make a point to visit the revered Bo Tree before making your way back to Sigiriya. The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 5
    Dambulla Rock Temple
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 5: Dambulla Rock Temple

    Today you will depart for Kandy, but first there is a stop at the Dambulla Rock Temple. Comprising five adorned caves and featuring two primary viewing sections, the temple entails ascending around 800 steps. Continue your drive for 3 hours and along the way, take a pause to visit a spice garden in Matale, relishing lunch and engaging in a cooking demonstration to deepen your knowledge of Sri Lankan spices.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 6
    Cultural Kandy
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 6: Cultural Kandy

    Set out on a 1 hour drive to reach the expansive Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, renowned as Sri Lanka's largest botanical haven. After ample time to wander through the picturesque grounds, enjoy a picnic lunch served within the premises. Following this, embark on a city tour of Kandy that encompasses roughly two hours of sightseeing. Pay a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and then proceed to the remnants of the Royal Palace. Do note that the temple can be bustling during daily prayer sessions. As evening descends, indulge in a cultural dance performance.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 7
    Nuwara Eliya
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 7: Nuwara Eliya

    Bid farewell to Kandy and embark on a captivating scenic train journey that spans around 4 hours, transporting you to Nuwara Eliya. Upon reaching your destination, check in at the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 9
    Udawalawe
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 9: Udawalawe

    Depart from the verdant hills of Nuwara Eliya and travel 4.5 hours to reach Udawalawe, home to the Elephant Transit Home. Immerse yourself in learning about the nurturing of orphaned and abandoned baby elephants. Subsequently, continue your drive for a further 2 hours arriving at Yala National Park, where you'll check in for the following two nights. Please note that the road leading into the park is quite rugged, with numerous potholes. This evening offers you free time to enjoy at your leisure.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 10
    Yala National Park
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 10: Yala National Park

    Today there will be a morning and evening jeep safari through Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s most famous national park, each safari is approximately three hours in length. Please note there are limited toilets available during the park excursions.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 11
    Coastal Drive To Hikkaduwa
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 11: Coastal Drive To Hikkaduwa

    Leave Yala behind as you set forth on a roughly 3 hour drive to Hikkaduwa. En route, make captivating stops at the Hummanaya Blowhole, the Mulkirigala Rock Temple, and the Dikwella Wewurukannala Temple. Following a satisfying lunch, continue your journey to Weligama, renowned for its iconic stilt fishermen. Upon your arrival in Hikkaduwa, complete the check-in process at your hotel, where you'll be staying for two nights.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 12
    Old Galle
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 12: Old Galle

    Take advantage of the morning to relax at your leisure before setting off on a captivating walking tour of this intriguing city. Explore notable landmarks like Galle Fort, the lighthouse, the Dutch Museum, and the Dutch Reformed Church. Your day will encompass leisurely sightseeing within the Old Town and Dutch Fort, involving approximately two hours of exploration on foot.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 13
    Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 13: Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

    Indulge in a leisurely morning before embarking on a drive of approximately 2.5 hours to reach Colombo. Along the way, make a stop to visit a Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda, adding an enriching experience to your journey. Once you arrive in Colombo, complete your check-in at the hotel where you will be spending the night.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 14
    Explore Colombo
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 14: Explore Colombo

    Explore the dynamic city of Colombo today. Immerse yourself in the Fort District, take a leisurely stroll through the bustling Pettah Market, and pay a visit to the historic Dutch Church of Wolvendaal. Additionally, delve into the cultural richness of the Kelaniya Buddhist Temple, as well as the Colombo and Natural History Museums. This morning's activities will involve relaxed sightseeing, spanning approximately three hours. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 15
    Depart Colombo
    Breakfast
    Day 15: Depart Colombo

    Any time before your flight is free to further explore the vibrant city of Colombo independently. Later, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo to board your onward flight home.

    Breakfast
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Trip Notes

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City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 22
    31
    27
  • 58
  • Kandy
  • 18
    27
    22
  • 79
  • Negombo
  • 22
    30
    26
  • 89
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 9
    20
    15
  • 101
  • Sigiriya
  • 21
    28
    24
  • 109
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 73
  • Kandy
  • 18
    28
    23
  • 74
  • Negombo
  • 22
    31
    26
  • 69
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 9
    21
    15
  • 78
  • Sigiriya
  • 21
    30
    26
  • 87
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 24
    32
    28
  • 128
  • Kandy
  • 18
    30
    24
  • 71
  • Negombo
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 147
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 10
    22
    16
  • 72
  • Sigiriya
  • 22
    32
    27
  • 84
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    32
    28
  • 246
  • Kandy
  • 20
    30
    25
  • 188
  • Negombo
  • 24
    31
    28
  • 231
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 11
    23
    17
  • 158
  • Sigiriya
  • 23
    32
    28
  • 169
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 26
    31
    28
  • 392
  • Kandy
  • 20
    29
    24
  • 144
  • Negombo
  • 26
    31
    28
  • 371
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    21
    17
  • 176
  • Sigiriya
  • 24
    32
    28
  • 97
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 26
    30
    28
  • 185
  • Kandy
  • 20
    28
    24
  • 132
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 224
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    19
    16
  • 172
  • Sigiriya
  • 24
    31
    28
  • 55
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    30
    28
  • 122
  • Kandy
  • 20
    27
    24
  • 128
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 135
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    18
    16
  • 165
  • Sigiriya
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 70
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    30
    28
  • 120
  • Kandy
  • 19
    28
    24
  • 113
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 109
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 13
    19
    16
  • 161
  • Sigiriya
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 71
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 25
    30
    28
  • 245
  • Kandy
  • 19
    28
    24
  • 155
  • Negombo
  • 25
    29
    27
  • 160
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 12
    19
    16
  • 179
  • Sigiriya
  • 23
    31
    27
  • 99
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 24
    30
    27
  • 365
  • Kandy
  • 19
    28
    24
  • 264
  • Negombo
  • 24
    29
    26
  • 348
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 12
    20
    16
  • 227
  • Sigiriya
  • 22
    30
    26
  • 267
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 23
    30
    27
  • 414
  • Kandy
  • 19
    27
    23
  • 296
  • Negombo
  • 23
    29
    26
  • 315
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 12
    20
    16
  • 222
  • Sigiriya
  • 22
    29
    26
  • 298
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Colombo
  • 23
    30
    27
  • 175
  • Kandy
  • 18
    27
    22
  • 196
  • Negombo
  • 22
    29
    26
  • 147
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • 11
    19
    15
  • 196
  • Sigiriya
  • 21
    28
    24
  • 258

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    • Land only: This tour price is based on land itinerary only. No international flights are included.
    • Visa: A visa may be required and is not included in the tour price. Please check entry requirements with your nearest Consulate.
    • Tipping kitty: Customary tipping amount of approximately US$110pp is paid locally in Sri Lanka.
    • Transfers: Airport transfers are included when arriving on the first day and departing on that last day of the tour, or when booking the group tour additional nights’ accommodation through Wendy Wu Tours.
    • Early check-in and late check-out are not included but can be arranged at an additional price.
    • Price listed is based on new bookings only

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    • All accommodation

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