An aerial view of a small island in the middle of the ocean

5-Day Classic Tour

Trip Overview

Sri Lanka's most iconic highlights, beautifully paced across five days. The 5-Day Classic Tour is the ideal introduction to the island — covering the Cultural Triangle's ancient wonders, the sacred city of Kandy, the emerald tea estates of Nuwara Eliya, and a final day in Colombo.

Perfect for first-time visitors, short-break travellers, and those wishing to add a Sri Lanka experience to a longer Asia trip. Every day is thoughtfully paced with your private driver-guide, comfortable 3–4 star accommodation, and airport transfers included from the moment you land.

red train travelling near body of water

Trip Highlights

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress — UNESCO-listed, 5th century ancient citadel

  • Dambulla Cave Temple — 2,000-year-old Buddhist cave paintings

  • Kandy — Temple of the Tooth Relic & cultural show

  • Nuwara Eliya — Ceylon tea estate visit in the misty highlands

  • Colombo — final day city tour before departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival – Dambulla
Day 2: Dambulla
Day 3: Dambulla – Kandy
Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Day 5: Departure

What’s Included

Inclusions
  • Bed & breakfast accommodation (3–4 star boutique hotels)

  • Airport pickup and drop-off transfers

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout

  • English-speaking driver/guide

  • Welcome refreshments on arrival

  • Water bottle per person daily

  • Government taxes

Exclusions
  • Entrance tickets (Sigiriya ~$30, Dambulla ~$10, Temple of Tooth ~$10)

  • Meals beyond breakfast

  • International flights & visa/ETA (~$50–75)

  • Personal expenses & tips

Trip Details

Duration:

5 Days / 4 Nights

Departure :

Year-round departures

Group Size:

Private — 1 to 12 travellers

Price:

$1,050

Inclusions:

B&B, private transport, driver-guide, airport transfers