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Ancient Kingdoms Circuit

Trip Overview

Sri Lanka's full ancient kingdom story in one immersive journey. The Ancient Kingdoms Circuit covers all four major UNESCO sites of the Cultural Triangle — Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, and Dambulla — then continues through Kandy, the hill country, Ella, Yala, and the south coast. The most historically rich itinerary Paraiso Ceylon offers.

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Trip Highlights

  • Anuradhapura — oldest continuously inhabited city in Sri Lanka, 3rd century BC

  • Polonnaruwa — Sri Lanka's medieval royal capital and Gal Vihara statues

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Dambulla Cave Temple

  • Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Bentota Beach

  • Colombo farewell city tour

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Negombo
Day 2: Anuradhapura
Day 3: Polonnaruwa
Day 4: Sigiriya & Dambulla
Day 5: Kandy
Day 6 & 7: Tea Country, Ella & Adventures
Day 8 & 9: Yala National Park
Day 10 & 11: Bentota Beach & South Coast

What’s Included

Inclusions
  • B&B accommodation, private AC transport, driver-guide for 14 days

  • Airport transfers, welcome refreshments, daily water bottle

Exclusions
  • Entrance tickets (~$225–270), meals beyond breakfast, flights, visa

Trip Details

Duration:

14 Days / 13 Nights

Departure :

Year-round departures

Group Size:

Private — 1 to 12 travellers

Price:

$1,750

Inclusions:

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

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An aerial view of a beach and ocean
Temple of the Tooth with a bridge over water
An aerial view of a beach and ocean
A view of a mountain with trees and mountains in the background
a building with a tower and trees around it