Classic Ceylon

ACCOMMODATION

Hotels

DURATION

10 Nights

PRICE (CHF)

From 4,200 for two participants

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Sri Lanka with our Classic Ceylon 11-day tour, offering a perfect blend of cultural heritage, historical treasures, and natural wonders. Begin your adventure in Sigiriya, where you’ll explore traditional Sri Lankan village life, marvel at the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and witness the awe-inspiring elephant gatherings at Minneriya National Park. Delve into the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa and visit the sacred Dambulla Cave Temple before heading to Kandy, where the city’s vibrant streets, the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and the stunning Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens await.

Continue your journey with a visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, followed by the scenic hill country, renowned for its lush tea plantations, breathtaking train journeys, and the charming town of Ella. Discover Ella’s iconic landmarks, including Ella Rock and the Nine Arch Bridge. Experience the wild beauty of Yala National Park with thrilling safaris and visit the serene Buduruwagala Temple, rich in ancient Buddhist carvings.

The tour concludes in the coastal city of Galle, where a stroll through the historic Dutch-era Galle Fort reveals centuries of colonial charm. Combining adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion, the Classic Ceylon tour offers an exceptional journey through Sri Lanka’s captivating landscapes and storied past.

DAY

01

Transfer to Sigiriya, relax at Roo Mansala and enjoy the surroundings.

DAY

02

Visit a Sri Lankan village with a traditional lunch, jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, and return to Roo Mansala.

DAY

03

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO), cycle through Polonnaruwa Ancient Kingdom (UNESCO), and relax at Roo Mansala.

DAY

04

Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO), transfer to Kandy, walk around Kandy, visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO), and stay at Fox Kandy.

DAY

05

Explore Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and return to Fox Kandy.

DAY

06

Transfer to Nuwara Eliya, visit a tea factory, take a train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella, and stay at EKHO Ella.

DAY

07

Climb Ella Rock, visit Nine Arch Bridge, and relax at EKHO Ella.

DAY

08

Transfer to Yala, visit Buduruwagala Temple, go on an evening jeep safari in Yala National Park, and stay at Cinnamon Wild.

DAY

09

Morning jeep safari in Yala National Park, relax, and enjoy leisure time at Cinnamon Wild.

DAY

10

Transfer to Galle, explore Galle Fort (UNESCO), and stay at Fort Printers.

DAY

11

Transfer to the airport.

Roo mansala
Day 01

Transfer
Airport – Sigiriya (+/- 3.5 hours)

Check-in
Roo Mansala

Leisure
Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the hotel and the surroundings

Overnight
Roo Mansala – Apsaras Superior – Half board

sri lanka ceylan authentique minneriya park
Day 02

Transfer
Sigiriya – Habarana (+/- 0.5 hour)

Experience
Visit to a typical Sri Lankan village with traditional lunch

Transfer
Habarana – Minneriya (+/- 0.5 hour)

Experience
Jeep safari in Minneriya National Park

Transfer
Return to hotel

Overnight
Roo Mansala – Apsaras Superior – Half board

ceylan-authentique-sigiriya-rock
Day 03

Experience
Climb the steps of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress – UNESCO

Transfer
Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa (+/- 1.5 hour)

Experience
Cycle through the Ancient Kingdom of Polonnaruwa – UNESCO

Transfer
Return to hotel and relax

Overnight
Roo Mansala – Apsaras Superior – Half board

ceylan-authentique -Dambulla-cave-temple-sri-lanka
Day 04

Check-out
Roo Mansala

Experience
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple – UNESCO

Transfer
Dambulla – Kandy (+/- 2.5 hours)

Experience
Walk around the streets of Kandy

Check-in
Fox Kandy

Experience
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic – UNESCO

Transfer
Return to hotel and relax

Overnight
Fox Kandy – Deluxe – Half board

sri lanka ceylan authentique pinnawala elephant orphanage
Day 05

Experience
Visit the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens

Transfer
Kandy – Kegalle (+/- 1.5 hour)

Experience
Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Transfer
Return to hotel and relax

Overnight
Fox Kandy – Deluxe – Half board

ceylan-authentique-ella-train-tour
Day 06

Check-out
Fox Kandy

Transfer
Kandy – Nuwara Eliya (+/- 3 hours)

Experience
Visit a tea factory in the tea country

Transfer
Train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella (+/- 2.5 hours)

Check-in & Overnight
EKHO Ella – Deluxe – Half board

sri lanka ceylan authentique ella rock
Day 07

Experience
Ella Rock climb

Experience
Nine Arch bridge

Transfer
Return to hotel and relax

Overnight
EKHO Ella – Deluxe – Half board

Buduruwagala Temple ceylan authentique
Day 08

Check-out
EKHO Ella

Transfer
Ella – Yala (+/- 2.5 hours)

Experience
Visit Buduruwagala temple

Check-in
Cinnamon Wild

Experience
PM: Evening jeep safari in Yala National Park

Transfer
Return to hotel and relax

Overnight
Cinnamon Wild – Jungle Chalet – Half board

ceylan-authentique-sri lanka yala park
Day 09

Experience
AM: Morning jeep safari in Yala National Park

Transfer
Return to hotel and relax

Experience
Rest of the day at leisure

Overnight
Cinnamon Wild – Jungle Chalet – Half board

galle
Day 10

Check-out
Cinnamon Wild

Transfer
Yala – Galle (+/- 2.5 hours)

Experience
Walk inside the ramparts of Galle fort – UNESCO

Check-in & Overnight
Fort Printers – History – Bed & Breakfast

ceylan-authentique-sri lanka galle
Day 11

Check-out
Fort Printers

Transfer
Galle – Airport (+/- 2 hours)

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