Highland Harmony
"Breathe the misty air of tea country, where nature and culture bloom together."
09-Day Tour: Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, , Dambulla, Matale, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, Galle & Hikkaduwa
Duration
9 days
Tour Type
Serendiva Trails Round Tours
Location
Sri Lanka
Tour Summary
The Highland Harmony tour spans 9 days of Sri Lanka’s most iconic sites—from the ancient cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura to the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress—before winding through the cave temples of Dambulla and the spice gardens of Matale. You’ll marvel at the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, sip world-famous Ceylon tea amid the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya, encounter wildlife on a Yala safari, explore the Dutch-era fort of Galle, and unwind on Hikkaduwa’s palm-fringed beaches—offering the perfect blend of heritage, nature, and coastal relaxation.
Day 01 - Airport - Sigiriya
Arrival at the Colombo International Airport. Clients will be Welcome by our SERENDIVA TRAILS representative and transfer to Hotel at Sigiriya. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Sigiriya.
Amaya Lake – 4* Standard Villa
Day 02 - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya
After breakfast, leave for Polonnaruwa. Do a sightseeing tour in ancient city Polonnaruwa (11th Century AD), visit the many sites of archaeological and historical interest in the Sacred City including the Grate Statue, Quadrangle, Royal Palace, Gal Viharaya, Kumara and Lotus Ponds, Thiwanka Image House and many more. And see the one of the country’s biggest water reservoir Parakrama Samudraya. After brief relax evening climb to the Rock fortress Sigiriya. Sigiriya (Lion’s rock) is an ancient rock fortress and palace built during the reign of King Kassapa I (AD 477 – 495). Contemporary with the paintings of Ajantha and Ellora Caves in India, highlights being the Frescoes, Mirror Wall and the Lion’s Paw, and it is one of the Seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Sigiriya.
Amaya Lake – 4* Standard Villa
Day 03 - Sigiriya - Anuradhapura - Sigiriya
After breakfast do an Excursion tour to ancient city Anuradhapura, From the 4th century BC, it was the capital of Sri Lanka until the beginning of the 11th century AD. The ancient city, considered sacred to the Buddhist world, is today surrounded by monasteries covering an area of over sixteen square miles (40 km²). Anuradhapura is a City of archaeological and historical interest including Isurumuniya – the first temple to be built in the island, Sri Maha Bodhi Tree- with an authenticated history of more than 2300 years which has been planted from a sapling from the original tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment, Ruwanveliseya – the largest stupa in the island, Jethawanaramaya and Abhayagiriya – which in their original form have been equivalent in size to the Great Pyramids in Giza and have thus been declared as World Heritage Sites , Twin Ponds, Thuparamaya- the first Stupa to be built in Sri Lanka enshrining the left collar bone of the Buddha, the Samadhi Statue – meditating posture etc thereafter drive to Sigiriya. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Sigiriya.
Amaya Lake – 4* Standard Villa
Day 04 - Sigiriya - Dambulla - Matale - Kandy
After breakfast leave for Kandy via Dambulla, Nalanda and Matale. First visit Dambulla cave Temple. It is the largest and best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding. Major attractions are spread over 5 caves, which contain statues and paintings. This paintings and statues are related to Lord Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan kings and 4 statues of god and goddess. Then visit Gedige at Nalanda one of the remarkable archaeological sites in Sri Lanka & enjoying the Spice garden at Matale and take part in a conducted tour to get some knowledge about the growth and use of spices in the day to day life. Evening visit Temple of Tooth Relic in Kandy. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.
Amaya Hills – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 05 - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya. On the way visit a Tea Factory and a Plantation to witness the manufacturing process of world famous “Ceylon Tea” and to taste a pure un-blended cup of factory fresh tea. Also pass by eye-catching views with waterfalls. Evening city tour of Nuwara Eliya Including Victoria Park, Gregory Lake and Golf Course, the 125 year old club is situated within the city limits. Established in 1891. One of Asia’s finest Golf Club. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Nuwara Eliya.
Araliya Green Hills – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 06 - Nuwara Eliya - Ella - Yala
After breakfast leave for Yala. On the way enjoy the scenery at Ella Gap and also pass by eye-catching views.In the evening do a half day jeep safari to Yala National park, Yala National Park is the second largest and most visited national park in Sri Lanka. The park covers 979 square kilometers, The Park is best known for its variety of its wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lanka an Elephants and aquatic birds. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Yala.
Cinnamon Wild – 5* – Jungle Chalet
Day 07 - Yala - Galle - Hikkaduwa
After breakfast leave for Hikkaduwa via Galle. First visit Galle fort, Galle Fort was built first by the Portuguese, then modified by the Dutch during the 17th century. Even today, after 400 years of existence, it looks new and polished with reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka, inside the Galle fort which is in a Dutch Colonial building in Church Street is the Cultural Museum. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Hikkaduwa.
Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon – 4* – Superior Room
Day 08 - Hikkaduwa
Enjoy Beach Stay
Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon – 4* – Superior Room
Day 09 - Hikkaduwa - Airport
After breakfast transfer Airport and departure
City cover -
Sigiriya/ Polonnaruwa/ Anuradhapura/ Dambulla/ Matale/ Kandy/ Nuwara Eliya/ Ella/ Yala/ Galle/ Hikkaduwa
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TOUR PACKAGES INCLUDES
- Meeting at the airport upon arrival and assistance during the stay.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle according to the itinerary.
- Service of an English Speaking chauffer up to 6 pax and Guide service included from 7 pax onwards.
- Accommodation at the Hotels as selected by you when requesting the quotation on Single, Double/Twin, Triple sharing.
- Meal plan according to the itinerary, half board (dinner and breakfast included) will start from the dinner on the arrival day and ends with Breakfast on departure. Full board (Lunch, dinner and breakfast included) will start from Lunch on arrival day and ends with breakfast on departure.
- Two water bottles per day during tour
TOUR PACKAGES EXCLUDES
- International Air Fare.
- Peak period supplements.
- Entrance fees to parks and archaeological sites not entered for quote in the itinerary.
- Jeep charges, boat charges not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Permits for photos / videos, tips and extras where applicable.
- Optional excursions and additional services not covered by the program.
PCR, ETA and Travel Insurance payment. - Early check in and late check out. Check in at hotels is expected no earlier than 14:00 hours. The checkout is categorically expected by 11:00.
APPLICABLE SUPPLEMENTS
Following supplements are not included in the quotation and will notify you at the confirmation stage.
- Christmas Gala dinner supplement.
- New Year Gala dinner supplement.
- Sinhalese new year period supplement.
- Kandy Esala perhara period supplement.
- Cricket tournament period supplement.
- Any other seasonal peak supplement.
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