6-Day Cultural Triangle & Hill Country Grand Odyssey
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Vehicle Provided
Private Dedicated Toyota KDH High-Roof Van / SUV (Dual A/C)
Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Katunayake Airport (CMB) / Negombo / Colombo
Optimal Season
Year-Round (Optimal Nov – April)
Tour Overview
An enriching expedition through Sri Lanka’s ancient royal kingdoms, UNESCO cave temples, and lush emerald tea terraces.
Every step of this tour is private and customizable. Your personal licensed tourist driver-guide will be with you from Katunayake CMB Airport pickup to final hotel drop-off, ensuring total comfort, safety, and insider knowledge.
Key Tour Highlights
100% Dedicated Vehicle & Licensed Guide
Includes fuel, highway tolls, parking fees, driver allowance, and 24/7 hotline support.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Colombo → Dambulla Cave Temple → Sigiriya
Depart Colombo across coconut groves towards the Cultural Triangle. Ascend to the UNESCO Dambulla Cave Temples containing 153 Buddha statues. Sunset arrival in Sigiriya. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Sigiriya Lion Rock Citadel & Polonnaruwa Ancient Kingdom
Early climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. In the afternoon, explore the 11th-century royal capital of Polonnaruwa including Gal Vihara stone carvings and Parakrama Samudraya. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Sigiriya → Matale Spice Garden → Royal Kandy
Journey south with a guided spice and herbal garden tour in Matale. Arrive in Kandy for an afternoon city tour around Kandy Lake and visit the revered Temple of the Tooth. Overnight in Kandy.
Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens → Tea Country Nuwara Eliya
Walk beneath giant palms at Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Drive upward into emerald tea valleys, visiting a working tea factory to learn orthodox manufacturing. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Highland Train to Ella → Nine Arches Bridge
Scenic mountain train ride crossing deep ravines and tea valleys into Ella. Visit the iconic colonial Nine Arches Bridge and relax at Ella's vibrant cafes. Overnight in Ella.
Ella → Ravana Falls → Colombo / CMB Airport
Morning photo stop at roaring Ravana Waterfall. Drive through picturesque hill passes with a traditional lunch stop, returning to Colombo or CMB airport for departure.
Request A Custom Quote
100% personalized to your travel dates, group size, and preferred hotel tiers.
Zero upfront commitment • Fast quote proposal within 30 minutes
What's Included
- Private dedicated A/C vehicle with English-speaking licensed chauffeur-guide
- All fuel, highway toll charges, driver accommodation & parking fees
- Handpicked boutique or 3★/4★ hotels with daily breakfast
- Scenic mountain train reservation
- Bottled drinking water & 24/7 concierge assistance
What's Excluded
- International airfare & Sri Lanka ETA visa fees
- Personal expenses, alcoholic beverages & laundry
- Driver & guide tips (discretionary)
Personalized To Your Schedule
We do not use rigid generic pricing. Every Ceylon I Travels itinerary is priced based on your group size, travel season, preferred hotels, and route pacing. Request a quote via WhatsApp or email, and we will send you an all-inclusive, transparent proposal.
