Highlights of Sri Lanka

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Guests:

2 Adults
Duration:

13 Days
Board:

Various Meals
Departing:

Selected UK Airports
Offer Date:

16th March 2028
Operator:

Riviera Travel

From

£3,166pp

Book this holiday

With hundreds of tours, each catering to different types of safari experiences, our first tip is to do your research and read the itineraries carefully

Riviera Holidays

With 40+ years’ experience, Riviera Travel delivers expertly crafted tours with hand-picked hotels, local guides, and time to explore. From Kyoto to Croatia, discover more – or choose rail-only European tours for a relaxed journey.

Why Book?

Explore four UNESCO sites: Dambulla, Kandy, Sigiriya and Galle Fort
Discover Kandy's Temple of the Tooth and the Royal Botanical Gardens
Tour the Nuwara Eliya tea plantations with a Ceylon tea tasting
Spot wildlife on a 4x4 Yala safari and a Mahaweli River boat safari
Meet orphaned elephants at the Elephant Transit Home feeding time
Unwind with two days on a tropical beach and a sundowner by the pool
Departures available from September 2027 to November 2028
£350pp deposit followed by 64 monthly payments of £44pp
Add travel insurance from £96pp

This tour includes:

Return flights
11 nights in 4-5* hotel accommodation
11 breakfasts, 8 dinners and a welcome drink
Excursions and visits as detailed in the itinerary
Services of an expert Riviera Tour Manager throughout
Transfers and transportation throughout
All mandatory local taxes and charges
Signature small group with average size of 12-25 guests
2 local guides on most guided tours

About this tour

This carefully curated tour takes you through Sri Lanka’s most remarkable cultural and historical treasures, including three UNESCO World Heritage sites, before concluding with a blissful three-day retreat at one of its finest beach resorts. You’ll spend two nights in the heart of the country’s renowned Cultural Triangle, where the echoes of the past still linger. A true highlight is Sigiriya Rock, a breathtaking 5th-century fortress perched atop a towering granite outcrop, offering panoramic views over the jungle-covered plains below.

Tour Itinerary

Days 1-2 • UK - Colombo

Fly overnight to Colombo then transfer to your hotel.
Day 3 • Dambulla

Today you’ll head through the scenic countryside to visit the 1st century cave temples of Dambulla, set in an immense granite outcrop, featuring over 150 Buddhist statues.
Day 4 • Sigiriya Rock

This morning, visit the fascinating Sigiriya, famed as Sri Lanka’s most iconic monument. Also known as the Lion Rock. It is a massive, 600ft granite tower, surrounded by a moat, beautiful water gardens and ancient murals. For those with a sense of adventure, the climb to the top is an unforgettable experience, offering panoramic views over the lush jungle.
Day 5 • Kandy

Head to Kandy, the country’s royal capital, stopping off at a spice plantation en route, where you’ll see how pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon are grown. In the afternoon, check into your hotel and relax in the pool overlooking the scenic Mahaweli River.
Day 6 • Kandy

Today you’ll explore the bustling streets of Kandy, visiting the Temple of the Tooth, Buddhism’s most sacred shrine, and the Royal Botanical Gardens.
Day 7 • Nuwara Eliya

This morning, leave Kandy behind and begin your journey to Nuwara Eliya. Watch as the scenery transforms from lush tropical jungle to towering pine forests which give way to an endless sea of tea plantations.
Day 8 • Elephant Transit Home

Journey south, where a heartwarming experience awaits at the Elephant Transit House nestled within Udawalawe National Park. Watch for yourself young, orphaned elephants being bottle-fed during one of their daily feeding sessions, a touching sight that highlights the country’s dedication to wildlife conservation.
Day 9 • Yala National Park

This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Yala National Park in a 4x4 vehicle. You’ll perhaps spot an elusive leopard, the island’s top predator, or elephants, saltwater crocodiles, wild boar and sloth bears.
Days 10-12 • Kalutara

Return to the west coast for a guided tour of Galle, taking in the views of the imposing 16th century Dutch Fort. Enjoy several free days to explore and relax at the hotel, taking in lagoon and ocean views.
Day 13 • Kalutara - UK

Fly home to the UK.

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With hundreds of tours, each catering to different types of safari experiences, our first tip is to do your research and read the itineraries carefully

Highlights of Sri Lanka

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Riviera Holidays

Why Book?

This tour includes:

About this tour

Tour Itinerary

Days 1-2 • UK - Colombo

Day 3 • Dambulla

Day 4 • Sigiriya Rock

Day 5 • Kandy

Day 6 • Kandy

Day 7 • Nuwara Eliya

Day 8 • Elephant Transit Home

Day 9 • Yala National Park

Days 10-12 • Kalutara

Day 13 • Kalutara - UK

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