Central Sri Lanka Cultural Experience
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This 2-day tour starts in Bentota and finishes in Kalutara, offering a perfect blend of culture, history and nature. Youll explore a tea plantation en route to Kandy, enjoy the lush Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Kandy city including the sacred tooth relic temple and a lively cultural show. On day two, youll visit a spice garden in Matale before climbing the impressive Sigiriya rock fortress, followed by a trip to the stunning Dambulla rock temple with its ancient cave paintings and golden Buddha statues. Its a compact yet enriching Sri Lankan adventure.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.
Tour Overview
Duration
2 daysHotel Rating
3 star hotelsStarts
BentotaEnds
NegomboMinimum age
No minimum ageMaximum age
100Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guide.Country
Sri LankaMeals included
None ProvidedPassengers
$1,320.00
$396.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 1 / Max 15
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guide.Group Size
Min 1 / Max 15Tranportation
N/ALanguage
EnglishLanguage
EnglishRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Bentota - Negombo - Giragama - Peradeniya - Kandy
We will collect you from your beach hotel and begin the journey to Kandy. En route, we stop at Giragama to visit a tea plantation where you can observe the tea processing and grading. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of Ceylon tea straight from the estate. Next, we continue to Peradeniya to explore the Botanical Garden for approximately two to three hours. This 147-acre garden features manicured lawns, pavilions, an octagonal conservatory, and extensive landscaped groundsoffering a refreshing break in nature. Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Kandy. Afterward, we take a guided city tour of Kandy lasting around three hours. Discover the citys rich heritage centred on the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a significant Buddhist site. You will also visit the Kandy City Centre, a bustling bazaar, an arts and crafts centre, and a gem museum with a lapidary. Wander through the vibrant Kandy market, alive with fresh produce and local colour. To conclude the day, we attend a cultural show featuring traditional music and drumming that celebrates Sri Lankas heritage. After the performance, we return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 2 - Kandy - Matale - Sigiriya - Dambulla - Bentota - Negombo
After breakfast, we travel to Sigiriya, stopping en route in Matale to visit a spice garden for around 45 minutes. Here, we explore the therapeutic properties of various spices and enjoy a refreshing cup of herbal tea. Continuing to Sigiriya, we climb the famous rock fortress for approximately two hours. You will walk alongside the renowned mirror wall, adorned with ancient graffiti, and visit the museum below to learn about the ingenious hydraulic systems and architectural marvels of this historic citadel. Lunch is served at a local restaurant in Dambulla. Afterwards, we visit the Dambulla rock temple for about 90 minutes, where you can admire the intricate cave paintings and over 150 statues of Lord Buddha, including a striking golden statue that dominates the site. Following the visit, we return to your beach hotel for the evening.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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