Cultural Triangle — Private 7-Day Tour
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About
Journey through Sri Lanka's ancient heartland. Visit the sacred city of Anuradhapura, the medieval ruins of Polonnaruwa, climb Sigiriya's iconic rock fortress, and immerse yourself in Kandy's living cultural traditions. Guided by an expert archaeologist.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Ages: 3–99
Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Guide language: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Ticket type: Mobile ticket accepted
Highlights
- Anuradhapura — Sri Lanka's ancient capital (UNESCO World Heritage)
- Polonnaruwa ruins — medieval temples & moonstones
- Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress — panoramic summit views
- Dambulla Cave Temples — 80 golden Buddha statues
- Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic (UNESCO)
- Cooking class with a local family in Kandy
What's included ▾
- Private A/C vehicle with expert archaeologist guide
- 6 nights heritage & boutique hotel accommodation
- All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- All entrance fees included
- Airport transfers
- Bottled water & local SIM
What's not included ▾
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
Meeting & pickup ▾
- Driver meets you at Bandaranaike International Airport arrivals with name board
- Hotel pickups available from Colombo or Negombo
- Drop-off at Colombo airport on departure day
- Driver's WhatsApp shared 48 hours before arrival
Cancellation policy ▾
- Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before start
- Free reschedule up to 48 hours before
- No refund for cancellation within 24 hours
Additional information ▾
- Confirmation sent within 24 hours of booking
- This is a private tour — no other travellers join your vehicle
- Itinerary can be customised around your interests
- Dress modestly when visiting temples (sarongs provided)
- Sri Lanka e-visa required — apply at eta.gov.lk (Get a Free Quote)
📋 Private tour — itinerary fully flexible. Below is our recommended plan. Contact us to customise.
1
Colombo → Anuradhapura
Airport pickup · Drive to Anuradhapura (4hrs)
- Airport pickup
- Drive to Anuradhapura (4hrs)
- Evening temple visit
- Hotel check-in
Dinner included
2
Anuradhapura Sacred City
Ruwanwelisaya Stupa (UNESCO) · Sri Maha Bodhi sacred tree
- Ruwanwelisaya Stupa (UNESCO)
- Sri Maha Bodhi sacred tree
- Jetavanaramaya — world's largest brick structure
- Abhayagiri Monastery ruins
Breakfast & dinner included
3
Polonnaruwa Ancient Ruins
Gal Vihara rock sculptures · Polonnaruwa Vatadage
- Gal Vihara rock sculptures
- Polonnaruwa Vatadage
- Rankoth Vehera stupa
- Parakrama Samudra reservoir
All meals included
4
Sigiriya Rock + Dambulla
Sigiriya Lion Rock climb (UNESCO) · Ancient frescoes & summit palace
- Sigiriya Lion Rock climb (UNESCO)
- Ancient frescoes & summit palace
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Village spice garden
Breakfast & dinner included
5
Sigiriya → Kandy
Minneriya National Park safari · Drive to Kandy
- Minneriya National Park safari
- Drive to Kandy
- Kandy Lake evening walk
- Hotel check-in
Breakfast & dinner included
6
Kandy Cultural Day
Temple of the Tooth Relic · Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
- Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
- Traditional cooking class
- Kandyan dance performance
All meals included
7
Kandy → Airport
Kandy market visit · Drive to Colombo airport
- Kandy market visit
- Drive to Colombo airport
- Farewell from guide
Breakfast included
Tour details & pricing
Vehicle options
- 1–3 passengers: Toyota Prius / Premio (A/C sedan)
- 4–6 passengers: Toyota KDH van (A/C minivan)
- 7–12 passengers: Rosa Coaster (A/C minibus)
- Luxury upgrade: Mercedes / BMW (+Get a Free Quote/day)
Hotel upgrade options
- 3-star standard: Included in base price
- 4-star upgrade: +Get a Free Quote–300 depending on duration
- 5-star luxury: +Get a Free Quote–700 depending on duration
Group size pricing
| Group size | Vehicle | Price/person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | Sedan | Get a Free Quote + 20% |
| 2 people | Sedan | Get a Free Quote |
| 3–4 people | Minivan | Get a Free Quote - 15% |
| 5+ people | Minivan/bus | Get a Free Quote - 25% |
4.9
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256 reviews
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James & Sarah M.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
March 2025
★★★★★
"Absolutely unforgettable"
Our driver-guide was exceptional from start to finish. Sri Lanka exceeded every expectation — the landscapes, the people, the food. Velona Travels handled every detail perfectly. Cannot recommend enough!
Klaus & Marie H.
🇩🇪 Germany
February 2025
★★★★★
"Perfekte Organisation"
Alles war perfekt organisiert. Unser Fahrer sprach hervorragendes Englisch und war unglaublich hilfreich. Sri Lanka ist ein wunderschönes Land — wir kommen definitiv wieder!
Raj & Priya P.
🇦🇺 Australia
January 2025
★★★★★
"Sri Lanka will change your life"
We've travelled to 35 countries and Sri Lanka is genuinely in our top 3. Everything Velona Travels arranged was perfect. Our guide's knowledge and warmth made it truly special. Already planning to return!
