The Essence of Sri Lanka’s Culture

The tour officially starts when you get to the airport and are driven to Sigiriya. Seeing the magnificent Dambulla Cave Temple here is a great way to begin your journey. This more than two millennia-old UNESCO-listed site features five caves with centuries-old artwork covering the walls and ceilings. After exploring this historical treasure, continue on to your overnight accommodation in Sigiriya. 

Leave your accommodation after breakfast to visit the stunning Sigiriya Rock. One of Sri Lanka’s most popular tourist spots, this rock fortress is a great place to start your morning hike. The steps that lead to the summit where the monarch’s palace once stood are guarded by the well-known large lion paw gate. See the significant Mathale Alu Viharaya Temple on your way to Kandy, a city known for its vibrant culture. As soon as you arrive in Kandy, take in a captivating cultural dance performance that showcases the ‘Udarata’ culture, one of the city’s most famous historical sites. 

Explore the allure of Kandy and go on an early morning city tour. Visit the Holy Temple of the Tooth Relic. Explore the picturesque Royal Botanical Gardens and Kandy’s quaint streets. Later, travel to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s most energetic city for a memorable evening.

Enjoy your last day in Colombo touring the city’s main attractions and shopping for mementoes before heading to the airport to depart.