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Sri Lanka Intro Tour

8 days
Start and end in Colombo
4.6
41 traveler reviews
Sri Lanka Intro Tour - Passage Holidays
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch
Group Size 1 - 10
Age range 1 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
  • Visit the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • Tour tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya
  • Go on a safari in Udawalawe National Park
  • Discover Colombo's Gangaramaya Temple

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival at Colombo
  2. Day 2 Colombo - Dambulla - Polonnaruwa (230 Kms / 5 Hrs)
  3. Day 3 Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya - Kandy (150 Kms / 3 Hrs)
  4. Day 4 At Kandy
  5. Day 5 Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (80 Kms / 3 Hrs)
  6. Day 6 Nuwara Eliya - Udawalawe National Park (150 Kms / 4 Hrs)
  7. Day 7 Udawalawe National Park - Colombo (250 Kms / 4.30 Hrs)
  8. Day 8 Departure from Colombo
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What's Included

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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
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Operated by

Passage Holidays

4.6
(281 reviews)

Number of tours

16

Age Range

1 to 90 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.6
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  • EK
    · May 26th, 2025
    Had such an incredible time in Sri Lanka, Our guide was so kind and knowledgeable.
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    Passage Holidays commented on this review
    Dear Evelyn, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • JH
    · May 26th, 2025
    Trip was very well organized, and Murli was a great tour guide. 10/10.
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    Dear Juergen, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: January 2025
  • MC
    · May 17th, 2025
    This tour offers a great history and culture. The ruins of Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya were breathtaking, and the national parks like Udawalawe were the perfect experience Sri Lanka nature. The accommodations were very comfortable, and the driver ensured we were always on schedule. I loved it!
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    Dear Michael, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • PC
    · May 16th, 2025
    Memorable trip. All the services were perfect.
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    Dear Picas, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • SL
    · April 29th, 2025
    The tour covered everything I hoped for my Sri Lanka trip from ancient ruins to the stunning landscapes of Nuwara Eliya. The cultural experiences were perfect. Our guide was really passionate about the history of Sri Lanka, and the hotels were comfortable. Our driver didn’t feel too bad, thanks to the wonderful services.
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    Dear Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to welcoming... Show more
    Trip date: March 2025
  • MP
    · April 29th, 2025
    I had a wonderful time on this tour. The guides were knowledgeable, especially when explaining the cultural and historical significance of places like Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa. The hotels were good and the driver made sure the whole experience was smooth and enjoyable. Great experience of Sri Lanka.
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    Passage Holidays commented on this review
    Dear Magedie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • VW
    · April 29th, 2025
    Sri Lanka offers so much beauty and history, and this tour covered it all. From the ancient ruins to the lush landscapes, there was something for everyone. The hotels were great, and the guides were really friendly and passionate. The driver made sure the drives were as comfortable as possible. Highly recommended trip for Sri Lanka.
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    Passage Holidays commented on this review
    Dear Verena, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: March 2025
  • SB
    · April 29th, 2025
    This was a fantastic Sri Lanka tour. The cultural experiences were fascinating, especially in Kandy and Polonnaruwa. The nature experiences in Udawalawe, were a perfect day. The guides were knowledgeable and our driver was professional and accommodating. Highly recommended for anyone to explore Sri Lanka.
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    Passage Holidays commented on this review
    Dear Stefanie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: March 2025
  • DW
    · April 9th, 2025
    The trip was fantastic. I loved history, culture, and nature. Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya were highlights, and I also loved exploring the peaceful landscapes in Nuwara Eliya. The guides were knowledgeable, and the hotels were great. The driver made the drives more enjoyable.
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    Passage Holidays commented on this review
    Dear Daniel, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025
  • RE
    · April 9th, 2025
    A great experience cultural immersion in places and the stunning national parks made for a perfect itinerary. The hotels were comfortable, and the guides shared fascinating insights about Sri Lanka history. The driver also perfect and on time every day.
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    Passage Holidays commented on this review
    Dear Richter, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Sri Lanka Intro Tour. We truly appreciate your insights, as they are valuable in helping us improve our services. Your experience matters to us, and we look forward to... Show more
    Trip date: February 2025

Dates & Availability

8 days
Sri Lanka Intro Tour
From Colombo to Colombo

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 266359

  • Currency
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    Sri Lanka Rupee
    Sri Lanka
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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.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before December 13th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 13th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Passage Holidays. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 185 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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