Cultural · Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle & Hill Country

Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy, then the blue train through tea country to Ella’s Nine Arch Bridge.

Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
From$1,320 $1,450
DifficultyEasy
Rating5.0 (1)
Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
Group sizeUp to 12
DifficultyEasy
Starts inColombo
Overview

The journey

Discover the ancient heart of Sri Lanka and its cool green highlands. Climb the rock fortress of Sigiriya, walk through the painted cave temples of Dambulla and attend the evening ceremony at Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth.

Then board one of the world’s most beautiful train journeys, winding through tea estates to Ella, where waterfalls, the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak await.

Highlights

  • Sigiriya Lion Rock climb
  • Dambulla cave temples
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Kandy – Ella scenic train
  • Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak
  • Tea factory tour and tasting
Day by day

Itinerary

  1. Day1

    Meet your chauffeur-guide in Colombo and drive to the Cultural Triangle.

    Dinner Boutique hotel, Sigiriya
  2. Day2

    Early morning climb of Sigiriya, afternoon village experience by bullock cart and catamaran.

    Breakfast, Dinner Boutique hotel, Sigiriya
  3. Day3

    Explore the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa, then an afternoon elephant safari.

    Breakfast, Dinner Boutique hotel, Sigiriya
  4. Day4

    Visit the Dambulla cave temples and a spice garden en route to Kandy; evening puja at the Temple of the Tooth.

    Breakfast, Dinner Heritage hotel, Kandy
  5. Day5

    Drive to Nuwara Eliya via a tea factory, with tasting and a walk through the plantations.

    Breakfast, Dinner Colonial bungalow, Nuwara Eliya
  6. Day6

    Board the scenic train to Ella through tea estates and misty hills.

    Breakfast, Dinner Boutique hotel, Ella
  7. Day7

    Sunrise hike up Little Adam’s Peak and a visit to the Nine Arch Bridge.

    Breakfast, Dinner Boutique hotel, Ella
  8. Day8

    Drive to Colombo airport for your onward flight.

    Breakfast

What’s included

  • 7 nights boutique hotels
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Private chauffeur-guide
  • Reserved train seats
  • Entrance fees for listed sites
  • Airport transfers

Not included

  • International flights
  • Sri Lanka ETA visa
  • Lunches
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips

Good to know

Important information

Sigiriya involves around 1,200 steps; start early to avoid the heat. Shoulders and knees must be covered at temples.

Booking terms

A 25% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 30 days before departure. Cancellations made more than 45 days before travel receive a full refund of the deposit minus bank charges. Itineraries may be adjusted for weather, flight schedules or local conditions, always with an equivalent alternative. Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all travellers.

Full terms & conditions

Traveller reviews

5.0
1 verified review

Sri Lanka exceeded every expectation

“Our chauffeur-guide became a friend. Sigiriya at dawn, the blue train to Ella and the tea bungalow in Kandy were all highlights. Superbly organised from start to finish.”
Emma Schneider Germany Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle & Hill Country
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