9 Day Tour to Colombo, Dambulla, Habarana, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy & Bentota
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This tour highlights the best of Sri Lanka on her beautiful sceneries, cultures and people. Please come with us to explore this superb destination which covers some ancient cities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, spice coast and finishing your holiday with beach resort.
Tour Highlights
Comfort Rating: 5
4 Star Hotels
Fully Inclusive Group Tour
Visit Pinnawala Elephant orphanage
Visit Pinnawala Elephant orphanage
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants.Explore Dambulla Caves
Explore Dambulla Caves
Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country.Explore Ancient City Polonnaruwa
Explore Ancient City Polonnaruwa
Enjoy a visit to Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka. The city remains as one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country. It is now declared a World Heritage site by the UNESCO.
Fly from Australia to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s Capital city with a rich colonial heritage. Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel for 2 nights.
Enjoy sightseeing of Colombo and visit the residential areas where you find the stately homes of the affluent families, the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, the New Parliament in Sri Jayewardenepura, the Folk Art Centre, Art Galleries, Parks, Independence Square, the Ceramic Corporation famous for its well-known brand “Noritake” and ODEL the renowned shopping centre.
After breakfast drive to Habarana in north central Sri Lanka en route visit Pinnawala & Dambulla.
Pinnawala Elephant orphanage, a conversation breeding centre for Elephants; today it is considered as one of the largest elephant breeding centres in the world with 80 elephants. Afternoon we visit the World Heritage site of Dambulla Caves, the largest and best preserved cave complex in Sri Lanka with over 80 documented caves in the surrounding areas. However the major attractions are spread over 5 caves which contain statues and paintings related to Lord Buddha’s life. Continue drive to Habarana, check into your hotel for overnight stay
After breakfast enjoy a visit to Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka. The city remains as one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country. It is now declared a World Heritage site by the UNESCO. Afternoon enjoy wildlife Safari at Minneriya National Park, it famous for Sri Lanka’s large elephant population. Besides elephants, Minneriya is also home to many species of mammals; like the deer, sambur and sloth bear.
Travel to Kandy, en-route visit the 5th century old Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The palace still has remains of four indoor swimming pools where the King’s 500 concubines bathed. The mirrors walls of the Sigiriya rock still retain the world famous frescoes of the king’s concubines, who originated from all parts of the world. Later visit the Spice Garden at Matale to see varieties of spice plantation and purchase as a locally grown souvenir. On arrival check in at hotel in Kandy and stay two nights.
In the morning explore the town and visit Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. The Tooth is kept in a two-story shrine fronted by two large elephant tusks and rests on a gold lotus flower, encased in jewelled casket that sits on a throne. Later in the afternoon visit the Gem museum and in the evening enjoy upper Lake drive and watch a cultural show before finishing your day.
Travel by road to Bentota, a small resort town in the south western coastal belt where the beaches boast of its dazzling combination of sun, sea and sand. Soft golden sand that feel like talcum powder under the feet, giant palm fronds rustling lightly in the tropical breeze; all in a breath stopping beautiful corralled bay, make your two nights at resort simply gorgeous! Enjoy and immerse yourself in the serenity of the area.
Day is at leisure. Enjoy the beautiful beach and relax.
This morning is at leisure until in time transfer to Colombo Airport for your flight bound for Australia.
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 23/04/2025
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 01/05/2025
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL250423
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,450 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 28/05/2025
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 05/06/2025
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL250528
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,450 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 08/10/2025
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 16/10/2025
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL251008
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,580 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 29/10/2025
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 06/11/2025
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL251029
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,580 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 26/11/2025
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 04/12/2025
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL251126
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,580 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Sat 28/02/2026
Finish in Colombo:
Sun 08/03/2026
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL260228
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,680 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 25/03/2026
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 02/04/2026
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL260325
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,680 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 15/04/2026
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 23/04/2026
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL260415
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,580 | Book |
Sri Lanka Explorer
Start in Colombo:
Wed 27/05/2026
Finish in Colombo:
Thu 04/06/2026
AVAILABLE
Tour code: SL260527
| Airline | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Only | $2,580 | Book |
Remarks
- This tour is a guaranteed to depart with a minimum of 2 participants.
- Land only price: Tour starts from the arrival transfer in Colombo to the departure transfer in Colombo, excluding any International air tickets.
- To enter Sri Lanka, you'll need a visa in the form of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
- 4* Hotels used for this tour for your references (or similar):
- Colombo Radisson Hotel
- Habarana Cinnamon Village
- Kandy Amaya Hills
- Bentota Tangerine Beach Hotel
- Single supplement: $820
- Flight option: Singapore Airlines, Sri Lanka Airlines, Cathay Pacific etc
Inclusions
- Fully inclusive tour with all transfers between airports / piers / stations and hotels in each city; daily sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary; evening entertainment; professional English speaking local guides and cruise etc. Most meals - breakfasts are Western / local cuisine style buffet at hotel, while lunches and dinners are mostly local cuisines served at selected restaurants, please refer to meal code on itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner, BD=buffet dinner, SD=specialty dinner, WD=western dinner).
- Most of our hotels are 4 star international standard hotels with twin share superior class accommodation. All rooms have private facilities, telephone, colour TV and in-room internet facilities. Many hotels have a swimming pool.
- Professional English speaking National guide will accompany the group throughout the trip, in association with the local tour guides. This is subject to the minimum of 10 clients for each tour. Should the group be less than 10 people, the local guide will meet you at the airport / station upon your arrival and return you to the station / airport for your next destination.
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