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Discover Sri Lanka

National Geographic Journeys

Summary:

Sri Lanka was known by early Arab traders as “Serendib,” a name which gave rise to the English word “serendipity.” Set out on an adventure through this serendipitous Indian Ocean isle, exploring stunning palaces, ancient cities, and intricately decorated ...

Duration
12 Days
Cities
7
Next Departure
15-Jul-2024
Starting at
USD 2,799.00
Price per day
USD 233.00
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Operator
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National Geographic Journeys
Tour
Discover Sri Lanka
Sub-Title
National Geographic Journeys
Travel Style
Small Group Tour with More Flexibility
Group Size
1 - 12
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Summary

Sri Lanka was known by early Arab traders as “Serendib,” a name which gave rise to the English word “serendipity.” Set out on an adventure through this serendipitous Indian Ocean isle, exploring stunning palaces, ancient cities, and intricately decorated Buddhist temples. Take a stroll through fragrant spice gardens and lush tea plantations, tasting world-renowned Ceylon tea right at the source, and look out for elephants and leopards on safari in two celebrated national parks.

Map: Discover Sri Lanka (G Adventures)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Colombo
Day 2
Colombo/Wilpattu National Park
Day 3
Wilpattu National Park/Anuradhapura
Day 4
Anuradhapura/Habarana/Dambulla
Day 5
Dambulla
Day 6
Dambulla/Kandy
Day 7
Kandy
Day 8
Kandy/Nuwara Eliya
Day 9
Nuwara Eliya/Horton Plains National Park/Udawalawe...
Day 10
Udawalawe National Park
Day 11
Udawalawe/Negombo
Day 12
Negombo

Travel Cities (7): Anuradhapura, Colombo, Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Explore ruins and archaeological sites with local experts, take in a lecture on elephant conservation, search out leopards at Wilpattu National Park, enjoy a taste of tea at its source, learn about local ingredients and flavours during a cooking demonstration
  • Sri Lanka was known by early Arab traders as “Serendib,” a name which gave rise to the English word “serendipity.” Set out on an adventure through this serendipitous Indian Ocean isle, exploring stunning palaces, ancient cities, and intricately decorated Buddhist temples. Take a stroll through fragrant spice gardens and lush tea plantations, tasting world-renowned Ceylon tea right at the source, and look out for elephants and leopards on safari in two celebrated national parks.

Included in Price

  • 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Wilpattu Safari and Conservation Talk, Wilpattu National Park
    Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Agricultural Village Experience, Habarana
    Your Journeys Highlight Moment: High Tea and Handicrafts, Kandy
    Your G for Good Moment: Sthree Craft Shop and Café, Kandy
    Your Hands-On Moment: Visit a Coconut Plantation, Colombo
    Your Foodie Moment: Sri Lankan Cooking Demonstration, Udawalawe. Arrival transfer. Tour of Anuradhapura ruins. Tour the Sigiriya rock fortress. Dambulla cave temple visit. Visit a Matale spice garden. Tour the Temple of the Tooth. Cultural show. Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens. Tour Nuwara Eliya area and a Ceylon tea plantation. Hike in Horton Plains National Park. Safari drive in Udawalawe National Park. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Colombo

Arrow Going To

Negombo

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