Classic Sri Lanka Tour Package: Island Holiday

UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Scenic Hill Country Safaris

This seven-night tour delivers a comprehensive journey across the cultural and natural highlights of Sri Lanka. Travelling in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, guests explore iconic historic landmarks including the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. The itinerary includes four-star accommodation, daily half-board dining, wildlife jeep safaris in Minneriya and Yala National Parks, and tea plantation visits in Nuwara Eliya.

Package Includes:

• Return flights from Johannesburg to Colombo including airline levies
• Private transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide

Accommodation & Dining:

• Relax in 4-star comfort for 7 nights, with daily breakfast and dinner – the perfect fuel for all your adventures!

Optional Flights

• Fly from Cape Town – Package starts from R56 780.00 per person
• Fly from Durban – Package starts from R57 780.00 per person

Where You will Sleep in India

• Habarana / Sigiriya: 2 Nights at Habarana Village by Cinnamon (or similar)
• Kandy: 1 Night at Radisson Hotel Kandy (or similar)
• Beragala / Haputale / Ella: 2 Nights at Melheim Resort (or similar)
• Tissamaharama / Yala: 1 Night at Chaarya Resort & Spa (or similar)
• Beruwala: 1 Night at Cinnamon Bey Beruwala (or similar)

ADDED VALUES:

• Entrance included to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla Cave Temple, Temple of the Tooth, Minneriya National Park, and Yala National Park

Cultural & Heritage Experiences:

• Visit and climb Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire its ancient royal citadel, frescoes, water gardens, and panoramic views.
• Explore Polonnaruwa Ancient City, the medieval capital of Sri Lanka, featuring royal palace ruins, ancient temples, and remarkable rock-carved Buddha statues.
• Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with five cave shrines, colourful murals, and over 150 Buddha statues.
• Discover Kandy on a city tour, including a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Buddhism’s most sacred sites, as well as the Peradeniya University campus and panoramic viewpoints.
• Experience a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance with a spectacular fire-walking finale.
• Explore the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing well-preserved Dutch colonial architecture.
• Enjoy a city tour of Colombo (time permitting), visiting historic districts, markets, colonial landmarks, and Galle Face Green.

Wildlife & Nature Experiences:

• Enjoy a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, renowned for its large elephant gatherings and abundant birdlife.
• Experience a jeep safari in Yala National Park, home to elephants, leopards, sloth bears, crocodiles, and a rich variety of birdlife.

Scenic & Outdoor Experiences:

• Visit Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England,” and admire its cool climate, colonial charm, and picturesque tea country landscapes.
• Tour a tea plantation and tea factory to learn how world-famous Ceylon tea is cultivated and produced.
• Hike Little Adam’s Peak, following scenic trails through lush tea plantations to enjoy panoramic views of Sri Lanka’s hill country.

Package Excludes:

• Meals and drinks not mentioned
• Medical and Travel insurance
• Entrance fees to monuments not mentioned
• All items of a personal nature

Terms & Conditions

*** A airfare supplement of approximately R1 800.00 per person applies from 04 December – 17 December 2026

**NB**Airfares, including airline surcharges, are subject to last-minute increases due to ongoing currency fluctuations and Middle East tensions.

• Airline surcharges may apply during selected periods including school holidays, public holidays and long weekends.
• Due to the ever-changing airline options available, the airline quoted may change and bear additional costs at time of enquiry.
• Prices are from a starting price per person sharing, subject to change, airfare increase, currency fluctuations and availability.
• Airport taxes, fuel levies and surcharges are approximate and based on the current exchange rate and are subject to change.
• The exact amount will be confirmed at time of booking.
• Price valid for dates as specified.
• Standard T&C apply