About this trip
Five days across Sri Lanka's cultural and natural highlights, from the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya to the tea country around Ella. It's a quick loop that packs in history, wildlife and city life without lingering too long in any one place.
You'll move through Kandy's street markets, spot wild elephants in Udawalawe, and finish up in the capital, Colombo. A good option if you want a broad first taste of the country rather than a deep dive into one region.
What you'll do
- Climb or admire the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya
- Walk through the tea plantations around Ella
- Explore the street markets of Kandy
- Look for wild elephants in Udawalawe National Park
- Finish in the capital, Colombo
- Five days covers a lot of ground, so expect a fair amount of travel time between stops
- Rated easy, and partially guided, with some sections led and some more independent
- Suits families and groups looking for a short introduction rather than a slow-paced trip
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Colombo · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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