Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle Tour

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Trip Duration

6 Days 5 Nights

Pickup & Drop

Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo - Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo

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                                        International Trips
                                    

UNESCO Heritage Sites

Elephant Safari

Rock Fortress Views

Ancient Ruins

About Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's ancient heartland in one loop - the rock fortress of Sigiriya, the cave temples of Dambulla, the medieval ruins of Polonnaruwa, the sacred city of Anuradhapura, and Kandy's last royal capital, with an elephant-gathering safari built in along the way.

Highlights Facilities

Accommodation

Hotels in Sigiriya
Anuradhapura & Kandy
Daily Breakfast

Transport

Private AC Vehicle
Driver-Guide
All Transfers

Heritage

Sigiriya
Dambulla
Polonnaruwa
Anuradhapura & Temple of Tooth Entrance Fees

Wildlife

Jeep Safari
Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park

Tour Itinerary

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Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo, Sri Lanka ( Departure: Flexible (as per flight arrival) )

1

Arrival & Dambulla

Transfer from Colombo to the Dambulla/Sigiriya area, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple with its Buddhist murals and statues across five caves.
Arrival Cave Temple

2

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock to explore the 5th-century palace ruins, ancient frescoes, and water gardens. Afternoon at leisure.
Rock Fortress

3

Polonnaruwa & Elephant Safari

Full day exploring the medieval ruins of Polonnaruwa - Royal Palace complex, the Quadrangle, and Gal Vihara's rock-carved Buddha statues - followed by a jeep safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park, known for elephant gatherings.
Ancient Ruins Elephant Safari

4

Anuradhapura Sacred City

Visit Sri Lanka's first ancient capital - Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, and Jetavanaramaya.
Sacred City

5

On to Kandy

Drive to Kandy, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, evening Kandyan cultural dance show.
Temple of Tooth Botanical Garden

6

Colombo & Departure

Drive to Colombo, brief city tour, transfer to the airport.
Departure

Price Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

5 nights' hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
Private AC vehicle and driver-guide throughout
Entrance fees for Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Jeep safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park
Kandyan cultural dance show ticket
All applicable taxes

What's Not Included

International airfare
Sri Lanka ETA (free of charge, self-applied online before travel)
Lunches and dinners, except where specified
Bicycle rental at Polonnaruwa (optional)
Travel insurance, personal expenses, tips

Additional Info

Free Cancellation – Some hotels offer free cancellation up to a certain period (e.g., 24–48 hours before departure).
Health & Safety Guidelines – COVID-19 regulations, vaccinations, or travel restrictions.

Frequently Asked & Question

It involves about 1,200 steps and takes roughly 1.5-2 hours round trip; it's moderately strenuous but manageable for most fitness levels with rest stops along the way.

Minneriya's elephant gathering peaks around July-September when the reservoir shrinks, though sightings are possible for much of the year at Minneriya or Kaudulla.

Yes, a free 30-day tourist ETA is required for Indian passport holders - apply online at eta.gov.lk before departure.

The Sigiriya climb is the most physically demanding part; travelers who prefer to skip it can still enjoy Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, and Kandy comfortably.