Cultural Crown of Ceylon Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo – Transfer to Sigiriya

• Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport

• Meet & greet, transfer to hotel in Sigiriya (approx. 4.5 hrs)

• En route stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (optional)

• Evening at leisure or relax at hotel with nature views

• Overnight in Sigiriya

Day 2: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Village Experience

• Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO site)

  • Explore ancient frescoes, water gardens, and palace ruins

• Afternoon bullock cart village tour + Sri Lankan lunch at a local home

• Optional Ayurvedic massage or herbal garden visit

• Overnight in Sigiriya or Dambulla

Day 3: Polonnaruwa & Dambulla Cave Temples

• Morning excursion to Polonnaruwa – medieval capital city

  • Visit Gal Vihara, Royal Palace ruins, and Sacred Quadrangle

• Afternoon return and visit to Dambulla Cave Temple

  • Admire colorful Buddhist murals and 150+ statues

• Drive to Kandy, cultural capital of Sri Lanka

• Overnight in Kandy

Day 4: Sacred Kandy & Cultural Show

• Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO site)

• Walk around Kandy Lake and explore Royal Botanical Gardens

• Visit a gem museum or batik workshop

• Evening: Traditional Kandyan Dance Performance

• Overnight in Kandy

Day 5: Return to Colombo & Departure

• After breakfast, drive back to Colombo (approx. 3.5 hrs)

• Brief Colombo city tour if time permits: Independence Square, Galle Face, Old Parliament

• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure