Golden Treasury of Ceylon

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Golden Treasury of Ceylon

Route : Airport → Bentota → Galle → Sinharaja → Horton Plains → Nuwara Eliya → Kandy → Polonnaruwa → Sigiriya → Anuradhapura → Dambulla → Colombo

10 Days

09 Nights

Dates: March – December 2026

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Overview:

— a journey across all UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka
“…I stop at that cherished place just above the equator, where a drop-shaped island falls from the triangle of Hindustan — Ceylon, the sacred Lion Island…”
Ivan Bunin, City of Kings, 1924

Itinerary:

Day 1. Bentota — Lunuganga of Geoffrey Bawa

Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet and greet and private transfer to the coast. After the flight — rest at the Lunuganga estate, the garden home of architect Geoffrey Bawa. Guided walk through the tropical gardens with butler service. Accommodation: Geoffrey Bawa Suite, dinner and breakfast.

Day 2. Galle Fort (UNESCO)

Transfer to the southern coast. En route: Ambalangoda mask workshop, Madu Ganga mangrove river safari and Cinnamon Island. Walking tour of colonial Galle Fort. Accommodation: Taru Villas Rampart Street Sea View Room, dinner and breakfast.

Day 3. Sinharaja Rainforest (UNESCO)

Transfer to the biosphere reserve. Sinharaja is the last primary rainforest of the island. Accommodation: Rosewood Manor Mountain View Luxury Bedroom, all inclusive.

Day 4. Rainforest trekking and transfer to the highlands

Guided rainforest trekking with naturalist. Endemic birds and rare flora. Transfer to the central highlands. Accommodation: Jetwing Warwick Gardens Master Bedroom.

Day 5. Horton Plains (UNESCO)

Early departure. Trek to Little World’s End, Great World’s End and Baker’s Falls at 2134 m above sea level. Transfer to Nuwara Eliya. Accommodation: Jetwing St. Andrews Gem Suite.

Day 6. Kandy (UNESCO)

Sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya, visit to Seetha Amman Temple, Hakgala Botanical Garden and tea factory. Transfer to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Accommodation: King’s Pavilion Junior Suite.

Day 7. Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya (UNESCO)

Excursion to the medieval capital Polonnaruwa. Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock — palace of King Kassapa. Accommodation: Heritance Kandalama Royal Suite.

Day 8. Anuradhapura (UNESCO) and Mihintale

The first capital of the island and birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Sacred stupas and monasteries. Return to Sigiriya.

Day 9. Dambulla (UNESCO) — Colombo

Cave Temple of the 1st century BC. En route: spice garden and Pinnawala elephant orphanage. Accommodation: Galle Face Hotel Royal Suite.

Day 10. Colombo and High Tea

Historical city tour: Grand Oriental Hotel, Independence Square, Hindu temple and Lotus Tower. Journey ends with traditional British High Tea.

Included:

accommodation in listed hotels
meals as per program
private air-conditioned transport
Russian-speaking licensed guide
all entrance tickets
expressway tolls
river safari
Sinharaja trekking
High Tea experience
drinking water in vehicle
all local taxes
personal UNESCO heritage certificate

Not included:

lunches
personal expenses
tips
Sri Lanka visa
international flights
Christmas and New Year gala dinners
transfers beyond 40 km from Colombo
anything not mentioned in the included section

Travel Notes for Sri Lanka:

Climate & Seasonality

Year-round tropical weather (+26°C to +32°C). Short seasonal showers may occur but are usually brief and refreshing.

Transfers Around the Island

Distances may look short on the map, yet roads pass through villages, tea plantations, and scenic coastlines. We ensure a balanced and comfortable travel pace.

Excursion Format

A blend of culture, nature, and ocean relaxation. Historic walks (including Galle Fort), panoramic viewpoints, and wildlife safaris — always adjusted to guest comfort.

Ocean & Safety

The Indian Ocean can be powerful. Please follow safety flags and local lifeguard guidance.

Cuisine

Sri Lankan cuisine is aromatic and flavorful. International and milder options are widely available in most hotels.

Connectivity

Stable internet in tourist areas. Limited signal may occur in national parks and remote regions.

Flexibility

Minor adjustments to timing or sequence may occasionally be required due to weather or local conditions, always maintaining program quality.

Price

6,000 USD per person in double occupancy

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