Ancient civilizations and wandering elephants, Buddhist philosophy, and coconut palms have all shaped the culture of Sri Lanka. Your customizable tour introduces you to the continued traditions and contemporary lifestyles of the island nation, emphasizing passionate nightly dance performances and elegant botanical gardens. Traverse national parks in search of elusive leopards and endangered monkeys. Climb historical stairways to reach a breathtaking palace set atop a monolith summit. From the throne of the Island’s last king to a holy relic of Buddha, your cultural exploration takes you along the beauty and splendor of the past and present of Sri Lanka.
Trip Highlights :
- Enjoy a private game drive through the landscape of Minneriya Wildlife Reserve in search of elephants, leopards, sloth bears, and wild buffalos
- Discover the ancient roots of Sri Lankan culture when visiting the preserved Ceylon capital at Anuradhapura
- Relish the rich wildlife connected to the contemporary culture of the island nation when bird watching at Kandalama Wewa
- Traverse the steep stairway leading to the summit of Sigiriya rock fortress, finding remarkable murals and an impressive palace atop the plateau
- Witness a remarkable Kandyan Dance and Drum performance for an impressive display of movement and music
- Wander through the ancient cave temples of the Dambulla complex to view ancient murals and captivating statues connected to Buddhist tradition
- Ride a traditional fishing boat across the Parakrama Samudraya reservoir for a unique perspective of the water and shoreline
- View the throne of the last king of Sri Lanka while touring the National Museum in Colombo