Golden Triangle Escape
"Explore the heart of Sri Lanka’s cultural soul, carved in caves and crowned by ancient kings."
08-Day Tour:Colombo, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Matale, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala & Hikkaduwa
Duration
8 days
Tour Type
Serendiva Trails Round Tours
Location
Sri Lanka
Tour Summary
The Golden Triangle Escape is an 8-day adventure through Sri Lanka’s cultural and natural treasures. Explore Colombo, the ancient wonders of Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, the sacred city of Kandy, and the scenic highlands of Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy wildlife safari at Yala National Park and unwind by the beach in Hikkaduwa, making this tour a perfect blend of history, nature, and relaxation.
Day 01 - Airport - Colombo
Arrival at the Colombo International Airport. Clients will be welcomed by Serendiva Trails representative and transfer to Colombo. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.
Cinnamon Grand Colombo 5* premium room
Day 02 - Colombo - Sigiriya - Dambulla
Breakfast. City tour of Colombo. Leave for Sigiriya. On the way stop and visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. The elephant orphanage was founded in order to allow the care and protection of many wild elephants orphaned found wandering in and near the forests of Sri Lanka. 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. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.
Amaya Lake 4* Standard Villa
Day 03 - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya
After Breakfast 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. 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. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.
Amaya Lake 4* Standard Villa
Day 04 - Matale - Kandy
After breakfast leave for Kandy Nalanda and Matale. 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 city tour of Kandy Center of Traditional Culture of Sri Lanka, where it is guarded “the Sacred Tooth of Buddha”. Kandy, also called “the great city” was the last of the ‘island capital before the surrender to the British in 1815. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.
Amaya Hills 4* Deluxe Room
Day 05 - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast Visit Royal Botanical Garden at Peradeniya then 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. Transfer to Nuwara Eliya via Peradeniya. 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 - 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 kilo meters, 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 - Hikkaduwa
Breakfast. Leave for beach Hotel. Leisure by the beach Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.
Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon 4* Superior Room
Day 08 - Hikkaduwa - Airport
Breakfast. Departure transfer to Airport.
City cover -
Colombo/ Sigiriya/ Dambulla/ Polonnaruwa/ Matale/ Kandy/ Nuwara Eliya/ Yala/ 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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