06. UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour ( 14 Days/ 13 Nights )

Overview

The most comprehensive cultural and natural heritage journey in our portfolio, this two-week expedition visits every major UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, connecting ancient civilisation with extraordinary wildlife, highland landscapes, and coastal beauty in a masterfully paced adventure. You will travel by private A/C vehicle with an English or other available language-speaking chauffeur-guide, with pre-booked entrance to Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla Cave Temples, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Knuckles Mountain Range, Horton Plains, Udawalawe National Park, Sinharaja Rainforest, and Galle Fort. The scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella is included.

Price

4370 USD Per 2 Persons Onwards

Vacation Duration

14 Days/ 13 Nights

Distance

Approximately 1,200 km

Overnight Stay

Negombo → Anuradhapura → Polonnaruwa → Kandy → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Sinharaja → Sinharaja → Galle → Southern Coast → Southern Coast

Average Temperature

Coastal: 26°C – 31°C / Cultural Triangle: 24°C – 32°C / Hill country: 15°C – 20°C / Rainforest: 24°C – 28°C

Best Season

December – March (coastal and lowlands); April – June and September – November (hill country, rainforest, and wildlife)

Meal Plan

Bed & Breakfast (BB) – HB/FB available as optional upgrade

Recommended for

UNESCO site collectors, serious culture travelers, wildlife photographers, adventure trekkers, nature enthusiasts, and long-stay visitors

Price Notes: Our price reflects 3-4 star hotels with BB basis. Final price varies by group size, season, and meal plan upgrades.

ITINERARY

Day 01 - Arrival / Transfer to Negombo

Day 02 - Drive to Anuradhapura / Explore the sacred ancient city by bicycle with a licensed guide

Day 03 - Transfer to Polonnaruwa / Explore the medieval capital by bicycle / Afternoon visit to the Dambulla Cave Temples

Day 04 - Morning climb of Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress / Transfer to Kandy / Explore the sacred city including the Temple of the Tooth Relic

Day 05 - Full day exploring the Knuckles Mountain Range with a licensed trekking guide

Day 06 - Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya via Ramboda Waterfalls / Tea factory visit and tea plucking experience

Day 07 - Early morning visit to Horton Plains and World’s End

Day 08 - Iconic scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella / En route stop at Ravana Waterfalls

Day 09 - Morning jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park / Transfer to Sinharaja

Day 10 - Full day guided exploration of Sinharaja Rainforest with a conservation naturalist

Day 11 - Transfer to Galle / Guided heritage walk through the Galle Dutch Fort and Old Town

Days 12 & 13 - Days at leisure on the southern coast

Day 14 - Transfer to Colombo / Airport departure

Accommodation

A selection of 3-star and 4-star properties chosen for their comfort, heritage proximity, and diverse natural settings.

Hotel Type: 3/4-star hotels, cultural triangle eco-resorts, hill country bungalows, rainforest lodges, coastal beachfront resorts
Vibe: Sacred capital stays in Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa; culturally immersive in Kandy; cool colonial in Nuwara Eliya; mountain serenity in Ella; rainforest in Sinharaja; colonial charm in Galle; beachfront on southern coast
Rooms: Air-conditioned (heating in hill country), private bathroom, garden-view, forest-view, lake-view, or ocean-view options, mosquito nets, bottled water
Service: English-speaking staff, 24-hour front desk, room service, free Wi-Fi in common areas
Options: HB/FB meal upgrades
Surrounding: Anuradhapura: ancient ruins, sacred bodhi trees; Polonnaruwa: medieval ruins, reservoirs; Kandy: lake, temple; Ella: waterfalls, mountain views; Galle: fort, shops; Southern Coast: golden beaches

Key Highlights

All five UNESCO Cultural Triangle sites explored with expert guides
The iconic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella through the tea country
Sinharaja Rainforest and Udawalawe National Park wildlife experiences
Cycling through ancient Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa

Inclusions

Private transport throughout
Expert guiding
All entrance fees
Scenic train tickets
Island refreshments

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