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Heritage Tour

Cultural · Private journey

Heritage Tour

An in-depth exploration of Sri Lanka's UNESCO World Heritage sites, sacred cities and living traditions.

15 days / 14 nightsPrivate tour11 stops
Photo: Mahesh Kularatne · CC BY 2.0 · resized/WebP
Price

Custom quotation

Journey overview

A route with room to breathe

An in-depth exploration of Sri Lanka's UNESCO World Heritage sites, sacred cities and living traditions. This is a private, flexible journey planned around your arrival time, travel style and preferred hotel category. Your driver-guide can adjust sensible stops and daily timing before the itinerary is confirmed.

Six UNESCO cultural sites

Ancient and medieval capitals

Sacred Kandy

Colonial Galle Fort

Day by day

Your itinerary

Day1

Negombo experience

Explore the fishing coast, lagoon, local market and Dutch-era canal with time to relax by the sea.

Activities: Six UNESCO cultural sites

Meals: As stated in your quotation · Overnight: Negombo

Day2

Anuradhapura experience

Visit the sacred Bodhi Tree, ancient stupas and monastic ruins of Sri Lanka's first great capital.

Activities: Ancient and medieval capitals

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Anuradhapura

Day3

Anuradhapura experience

Visit the sacred Bodhi Tree, ancient stupas and monastic ruins of Sri Lanka's first great capital.

Activities: Sacred Kandy

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Anuradhapura

Day4

Sigiriya experience

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore its water gardens, frescoes and panoramic summit views.

Activities: Colonial Galle Fort

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Sigiriya

Day5

Polonnaruwa experience

Cycle or drive between the royal palace ruins, temples and stone sculptures of the medieval capital.

Activities: Six UNESCO cultural sites

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Polonnaruwa

Day6

Dambulla experience

Visit the UNESCO-listed cave temple and its remarkable collection of Buddhist murals and statues.

Activities: Ancient and medieval capitals

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Dambulla

Day7

Kandy experience

Experience the Temple of the Tooth, Kandy Lake, a cultural performance and the hill capital's lively streets.

Activities: Sacred Kandy

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Kandy

Day8

Kandy experience

Experience the Temple of the Tooth, Kandy Lake, a cultural performance and the hill capital's lively streets.

Activities: Colonial Galle Fort

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Kandy

Day9

Nuwara Eliya experience

Travel through tea country for estate views, a factory visit, waterfalls and cool highland scenery.

Activities: Six UNESCO cultural sites

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Day10

Ella experience

Enjoy mountain viewpoints, Nine Arch Bridge and a flexible walk suited to your preferred activity level.

Activities: Ancient and medieval capitals

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Ella

Day11

Galle experience

Walk the UNESCO-listed fort ramparts, lighthouse and atmospheric lanes with a knowledgeable local guide.

Activities: Sacred Kandy

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Galle

Day12

Galle experience

Walk the UNESCO-listed fort ramparts, lighthouse and atmospheric lanes with a knowledgeable local guide.

Activities: Colonial Galle Fort

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Galle

Day13

Bentota experience

Relax on the west coast with optional lagoon, water-sport, garden or turtle-conservation experiences.

Activities: Six UNESCO cultural sites

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Bentota

Day14

Colombo experience

Discover the capital's historic quarters, temples, markets, waterfront and contemporary city life.

Activities: Ancient and medieval capitals

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Colombo

Day15

Departure

Travel privately to the airport with timing arranged around your confirmed departure flight.

Activities: Sacred Kandy

Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: To be confirmed

What is included

Private transportation in an air-conditioned, insured vehicle

Professional English-speaking driver-guide

Accommodation in the selected hotel category

Meals stated in the confirmed itinerary

Entrance fees and activities specifically listed in the final quotation

Unlimited bottled drinking water during touring

24-hour local ground support

Government taxes and service charges

Not included

International flights to and from Sri Lanka

Visa or ETA fees

Travel insurance

Meals and drinks not stated in the itinerary

Personal expenses, laundry, telephone calls and tips

Optional activities not listed in the confirmed quotation

Helpful details

Good to know

Can this itinerary be customized?

Yes. The route, pace, hotels, activities and meal plan can be adjusted before confirmation.

What hotel standard is included?

You can choose the hotel category. Your written quotation will name every proposed hotel and room type.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Transport and touring are arranged privately for your party unless your quotation clearly states otherwise.

How is the final price confirmed?

The final price depends on travel dates, party size, hotel category and selected activities. We provide a clear written quotation before payment.

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