Kandy, Sigiriya & Trincomalee
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Kandy, Sigiriya & Trincomalee

Royal temples, an ancient rock fortress, elephant-filled national parks, and the pristine east coast — all in one week

7 Days
Private tour for 2 (customisable for groups)
April – September
5.0 Rated

About This Trip

A compact 7-day route through Sri Lanka's cultural heartland and wild east coast — Kandy's sacred Temple of the Tooth, the Sigiriya rock fortress, a Minneriya elephant safari, the UNESCO ruins of Polonnaruwa, and beach days on the shores of Trincomalee.

Trip Highlights

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Minneriya Elephant Safari Polonnaruwa Ancient City Koneswaram Temple Trincomalee Temple of the Tooth Kandy

Journey Highlights

  1. 1Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  2. 2Minneriya Elephant Safari
  3. 3Polonnaruwa Ancient City
  4. 4Koneswaram Temple Trincomalee
  5. 5Temple of the Tooth Kandy

Day-by-Day

1

Arrival — Kandy

Kandy
Arrival — Kandy

Arrive and transfer to your villa in Kandy. In the evening, explore Kandy city and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic.

Airport pick-up & villa transferEvening Kandy city visitTemple of the Tooth Relic
Mr & Mrs K's Villa — Kandy Dinner
2

Sigiriya Rock Fortress → Habarana

Habarana
Sigiriya Rock Fortress → Habarana

An early climb up Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then a transfer to Habarana.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb (UNESCO)Transfer to Habarana
Royal Kashyapa — Habarana (4★) Breakfast
3

Minneriya National Park Safari

Habarana
Minneriya National Park Safari

A full day safari in Minneriya National Park, famed for its elephant gatherings and rich birdlife.

Minneriya National Park safariAsian elephants ("The Gathering" season Jun–Sep)Birdlife: painted stork, grey pelican
Royal Kashyapa — Habarana (4★) Breakfast
4

Polonnaruwa Ancient City

Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa Ancient City

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage city of Polonnaruwa — the Vatadage and Gal Vihara rock temples, the Rankoth Vehera stupa, the Royal Palace ruins, and the vast Parakrama Samudra reservoir.

Vatadage & Gal Vihara rock templesRankoth Vehera stupaRoyal Palace ruinsParakrama Samudra reservoir
Hotel Summer Heaven — Polonnaruwa Breakfast
5

Transfer to Trincomalee

Trincomalee
Transfer to Trincomalee

Arrive in Trincomalee for beach relaxation and a visit to Koneswaram Kovil, the Swami Rock temple.

Transfer to TrincomaleeBeach relaxationKoneswaram Kovil (Swami Rock Temple)
Trinco Diyash Beach Hotel Breakfast
6

Free Day in Trincomalee

Trincomalee
Free Day in Trincomalee

A free day at leisure on the beach. Optional activities can be arranged and paid for locally — whale watching, a Pigeon Island visit, scuba diving, kayaking, surfing, a cookery class, or a yoga session.

Free day at leisureOptional: whale watching, Pigeon Island visitOptional: scuba diving, surfing, kayaking
Trinco Diyash Beach Hotel Breakfast
7

Departure

Colombo
Departure

Check out and transfer to the airport for your departure.

Check-outTransfer to airport for departure
Breakfast

What's Included

  • ✓ Expert local coordinator
  • ✓ Handpicked hotel & villa bookings
  • ✓ Private driver & vehicle throughout
  • ✓ All transfers between destinations
  • ✓ 24/7 WhatsApp support

Not Included

  • ✗ International flights
  • ✗ Meals (except where noted)
  • ✗ Entrance fees (we help you pre-book)
  • ✗ Optional activities at destination
  • ✗ Travel insurance
$100
Coordination fee
+ hotels & activities at your budget
Duration7 Days
DifficultyModerate
Group SizePrivate tour for 2 (customisable for groups)
Best SeasonApril – September
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