expedia
One Key

Earn OneKeyCash when you sign in and book an activity

8-Day Historical and Wildlife Tour in Cultural Triangle

By Beyond Escapes
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,350 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

This tour covers most of the magnificent attractions in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka including monasteries, ancient kingdoms, historical temples, rural villages, wildlife parks, art and crafts, cultural show and many more. If you are a first-time visitor to Sri Lanka, this tour can give you an in-depth understanding about the diversity of tourism attractions available in Sri Lanka within a close proximity.

Activity location

  • Negombo
    • Negombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Negombo
    • Negombo, Sri Lanka

Check availability


3-Star Accommodation Options
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • English

3-Star Accommodation Options
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:30 PM
Price details
NZ$2,350.32 x 1 AdultNZ$2,350.32

Total
Price is NZ$2,350.32
Until Tue, 17 Mar
4-Star Accommodation Options
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • English

4-star accommodation options
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:30 PM
Price details
NZ$3,524.71 x 1 AdultNZ$3,524.71

Total
Price is NZ$3,524.71
Until Tue, 17 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Mineral water during sightseeing tours and overland trips
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Village tour in Sigiriya with a Sri Lankan Lunch, Wood carwing experience and Spice garden visit
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Picnic breakfast and lunch during the full day safari at Wilpattu National Park
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pickup and drop-off at the airport or local hotels
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fees to sites
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All current taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Jeep hires, snacks and water bottles during the safaris
  • What's includedWhat's included
    7 nights’ accommodation on bed and breakfast at 4 star hotels
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide for the entire tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge (recommended)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any others expenses not mentioned in Inclusions section

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
  • Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Airport - Colombo

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4-Star hotel in Negombo.

Negombo

  • 30m
After arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo. Spend the first day relaxing and enjoying the hotel amenities, with an overnight stay at the hotel

Day 2: Negombo - Anuradapura

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: stay at a 4-Star hotel in Anuradhapura.

Wilpattu National Park

  • 9h
Wilpattu is Sri Lanka’s largest and oldest national park, famous for its natural lakes called “Willus”. It is home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, deer, crocodiles, and over 200 species of birds. The park offers a peaceful safari experience away from crowds, perfect for wildlife spotting and photography.

Day 3: Anuradhapura - Anuradhapura

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: stay at a 4-Star hotel in Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura Ancient City

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals, famous for its well-preserved ruins of palaces, monasteries, and stupas. Visitors can explore sacred sites like Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, and Thuparamaya, experiencing the rich history, culture, and Buddhist heritage of the island.

Day 4: Anuradhapura - Sigiriya

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: stay at a 4-Star hotel in Sigiriya

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Sigiriya, also known as Lion Rock, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks. This ancient rock fortress rises dramatically from the jungle and features frescos, water gardens, and the famous lion’s gateway. Visitors can climb to the summit for panoramic views and explore the fascinating archaeological remains of King Kassapa’s palace.

Hiriwadunna

  • 2h
Hiriwadunna is a traditional Sri Lankan village near Sigiriya, offering an authentic cultural experience. Visitors can enjoy bullock cart rides, canoe trips, and village walks, and see local farming, traditional cooking, and rural life. This tour provides a hands-on experience of Sri Lankan village culture and daily life.

Day 5: Sigiriya - Kandy

  • 5 stops
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: stay at a 4-Star hotel in Kandy

Dambulla Cave Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The Dambulla Cave Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. It features over 150 Buddha statues, colourful murals, and intricate carvings dating back over 2,000 years. Perched on a rock, the temple offers spiritual significance and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Matale Herbal and Spice Garden

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Matale Spice Garden is a lush garden showcasing Sri Lanka’s famous spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, nutmeg, and cloves. Visitors can see, smell, and touch the spices, learn about their medicinal and culinary uses, and experience traditional spice cultivation and processing techniques.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The Sacred Tooth Temple in Kandy is one of Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist sites, housing a relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth. The temple features ornate architecture, golden interiors, and daily rituals, and is a focal point of devotion, especially during the Esala Perahera festival. Visitors can experience spiritual traditions, cultural heritage, and historical significance

Wax Museum - Ehelepola Walauwwe

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The Ehelepola Wax Museum in Kandy showcases life-size wax figures of prominent Sri Lankan historical figures, including kings, queens, and cultural icons. The museum provides a visual journey through Sri Lanka’s history, highlighting politics, heritage, and notable personalities in an engaging and educational way.

Y.M.B.A

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy an evening cultural performance in Kandy featuring traditional Sri Lankan dance and music, including Kandyan drumming, fire dances, and folk performances. This vibrant show showcases the rich heritage and artistic traditions of Sri Lanka and is a great way to experience local culture after sightseeing.

Day 6: Kandy - Nuwaraeliya

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: stay at a 4-Star hotel in Nuwaraeliya

Ramboda Waterfall

  • 30m
Ramboda Waterfalls is one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic waterfalls, located along the Kandy–Nuwara Eliya road. Surrounded by lush greenery and misty hills, the waterfall cascades in multiple tiers, creating a refreshing and picturesque stop. Visitors can enjoy photo opportunities, short walks, and the cool mountain climate, making it a popular halt during hill-country journeys.

Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple

  • 1h
The Bhakta Hanuman Temple, located near Ramboda in the hill country, is an important site on the Ramayana Trail of Sri Lanka. According to legend, Lord Hanuman rested and worshipped here while searching for Princess Seetha. The temple is set against a scenic mountain backdrop and features a towering Hanuman statue, making it a peaceful place for prayer, devotion, and spiritual reflection.

Divurumpola

  • 1h
Divurumpola, located in Welimada, is a sacred site closely connected to the Ramayana. According to legend, this is the place where Princess Seetha underwent the Agni Pariksha (trial by fire) to prove her purity after being reunited with Lord Rama. The name Divurumpola means “the place of oath”, referring to Seetha’s vow of purity. It is believed that she emerged unharmed from the fire, symbolising truth, faith, and righteousness.

Day 7: Nuwaraeliya - Yala

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks, breakfast
  • Accommodation: stay at a 4-Star hotel in Yala

Yala National Park

  • 9h
Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve, known for having one of the highest densities of leopards in the world. The park is home to elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, deer, wild boar, and a wide variety of bird species. A jeep safari through Yala offers exciting wildlife encounters amid forests, grasslands, lagoons, and rocky landscapes, making it a highlight for nature and wildlife lovers.

Day 8: Yala - Colombo

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport

  • 4h
At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Negombo
    • Negombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Negombo
    • Negombo, Sri Lanka

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Negombo your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top experiences in Negombo

With so many activities in Negombo, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours and activities in Negombo. Families, couples and business travellers can all find the perfect activity in Negombo to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.