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Uncovered Highlights of Sri Lanka: 09 Days Tour

9 days
Start and end in Negombo
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Other languages on offer: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
Group Size 1 - 99
Age range 2 to 98
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Highlights

  • Explore mangroves by boat in Negombo
  • Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • Tour the ancient city of Polonnaruwa
  • Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Witness Kandy's Temple of the Tooth

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Airport - Negombo
  2. Day 2 Negombo - Pinnawala - Sigiriya - Habarana
  3. Day 3 Habarana - Polonnaruwa - Habarana
  4. Day 4 Habarana - Anuradhapura - Dambulla
  5. Day 5 Dambulla - Kandy
  6. Day 6 Kandy - Nuwaraeliya - Ella
  7. Day 7 Ella - Udawalawe
  8. Day 8 Udawalawe - Colombo
  9. Day 9 Colombo / Negombo or Airport
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4.8
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Customer Reviews

  • Jacqueline
    · May 28th, 2025
    My trip to Sri Lanka was absolutely amazing! There was an endless array of sights and activities to dive into. My tour guide and driver was incredibly patient and understanding, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. I had the time of my life and can’t recommend this tour enough! The hotels were fantastic—no complaints at all! Just a heads up: if you prefer a warm room, don’t forget to pack some bug spray. Trust me, you won’t want to miss out on this adventure!
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  • Gus
    · April 8th, 2025
    We had a great 4-night private tour in Sri Lanka with Keerthe as our guide, and he truly made the trip unforgettable. From the moment he picked us up in Colombo, his warm, professional demeanor and deep knowledge of the country set the tone for an amazing adventure. Keerthe expertly navigated us through a packed itinerary, starting with a Colombo city tour featuring Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and Independence Square, before heading south to Galle. Along the way, he introduced us to unique experiences like the turtle hatchery and the Madu River cruise, complete with a cinnamon-making demo and a ticklish fish foot massage. His thoughtful planning ensured we hit highlights like Galle Fort, whale watching in Mirissa (where we spotted dolphins and a breaching whale), and the scenic 9 Arches Bridge in Ella. He was a steady presence on the winding roads to Ella, Nuwara Eliya, and Kandy, sharing insights about tea plantations, British-era architecture, and local culture. Keerthe’s flexibility shone through when he arranged a train ride over the 9 Arches Bridge, coordinated a tuk-tuk trip to Ambuluwawa Tower, and guided us through the Sacred Tooth Relic Temple in Kandy. His passion for Sri Lanka’s history was evident at Sigiriya Rock, where he explained the ancient palace ruins, and at Dambulla Cave Temple. Beyond his knowledge, Keerthe was patient, accommodating, and attentive—whether arranging an early-morning safari to see elephant herds or ensuring we had time to rest after long drives. The village tour, with its ox cart ride and home-cooked lunch, was a personal favourite. Over 550km and 15 hours of driving, he kept us safe and comfortable. One small suggestion: it would have been helpful to have more clarity upfront about the cost to enter each attraction and whether cash or cards were needed, as this varied from the original tour guidance and caught us off guard a few times. Keerthe made our trip a perfect blend of adventure, education, and relaxation. We’d recommend him to anyone visiting Sri Lanka—thank you, Keerthe, for an exceptional experience!
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9 days
Uncovered Highlights of Sri Lanka: 09 Days Tour
From Negombo to Negombo

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    Dean

    Asked on March 11th, 2024

    how much we will have to pay for all entrance fees on this tour, so I can plan the amount of my vacation better

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    • Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperatorWritten March 2024

      Rate per person - Mangrove - 35 $, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - 15 $, Golden Temple of Dambulla - 2000 Rupees, Sigiriya Rock Fortress - 36 $, Polonnaruwa old city - 30 $, Anuradhapura an ancient city - 30 $, Mihintale - 1000 Rupees, Temple of the Tooth Relic - 2000 Rupees, Royal Botanical Gardens - 3000 Rupees, traditional dances and musical performances - 10 $, Gregory Lake - 300 Rupees, Udawalawe National Park - 75 $

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      Dean

      TravelerWritten March 2024

      Would it be possible to stay away from those sight seeings I mentioned above? Is there something my husband and I can do at the time where other people look at those places?

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      Dean

      TravelerWritten March 2024

      How does it work with buying tickets? Do we buy them directly at the entrance where ever we go?

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    Joshua

    Asked on March 4th, 2024

    Is there a chance to see the cave temple in Dambulla, because it is not mentioned in your iternery.

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    • Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperatorWritten March 2024

      Yes, possible to see the Cave temple Dambulla.

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      Joshua

      TravelerWritten March 2024

      you write that the group size would be up to 99 people, this sounds confusing to me. Can you please tell me, how this should work? How large is the average of your tour size?

    • Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperatorWritten March 2024

      Average group will be max 7-10 normally but 99 people can book the tour once.

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      Joshua

      TravelerWritten March 2024

      the cave temple is not inculded in the tour, which means that I`d have to get there by my self by taxi? How is the price for taxis to get there?

    • Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperatorWritten March 2024

      no we can take there no need any additional taxi

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      Joshua

      TravelerWritten March 2024

      the price for December was 501 Euros. But, when I went on for booking I had seen that this was the price for a 3 bed room. Since we are a couple we would need a double room and this would cost 634 Euros where I was dissapointed, because I planed with the 501 Euro price.

    • Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperatorWritten March 2024

      give us time till tomorrow and we will response with special price

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    Simon

    Asked on January 21st, 2024

    What time of day is best to arrive in Colombo to start this tour?

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Sri Lanka. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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