Highlights

This itinerary offers a beautiful introduction to Sri Lanka, blending wildlife, culture, heritage and city life. You will explore Dambulla, Sigiriya and Minneriya in the Cultural Triangle, experience traditions in Kandy, and finish with a city stay in Colombo. It is ideal for first-time visitors and families who want a short yet memorable journey.

Colombo → Habarana / Dambulla → Kandy → Colombo → Departure

Upon arrival in Sri Lanka, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to Habarana. Over these two days, you will explore key UNESCO heritage sites, experience village life and enjoy a wildlife safari where elephants can often be seen in their natural environment.

Highlights

• Airport pick-up and transfer to Habarana
• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit
• Dambulla Golden Cave Temple visit (UNESCO)
• Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb
• Traditional village tour with catamaran ride and cooking demo
• Minneriya National Park jeep safari

Hotel: Cinnamon Village, Habarana or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)

Travel to Kandy, Sri Lanka’s last royal kingdom. On the way, visit a spice and herbal garden and experience cultural shows and crafts.

Highlights

• Visit to Matale Spice and Herbal Garden
• Traditional Sri Lankan cooking demonstration
• Technical craft tours (gems, wood carving, batik)
• Evening Kandy cultural dance show 

Hotel: Cinnamon Citadel, Kandy or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)

Start the day with sacred heritage and gardens, then continue to Colombo for your final overnight stay.

Highlights

• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO)
• Royal Botanical Gardens visit
• Scenic drive to Colombo
• City sightseeing and shopping in Colombo

Hotel: Jetwing Colombo Seven or similar
Meals: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast (as part of Half Board plan of previous night)