Tooth Relic
Best for
Couples, Culture Seekers
Duration
3N/4D
Season
December–March
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Cultural, Heritage
A Tibro Journey
Three nights up to the old hill capital. The Temple of the Tooth at Kandy and its lake, the botanical gardens at Peradeniya, then back down to Colombo for the markets.
Enchanting Sri Lanka Kandy & Colombo is a 3N/4D heritage & culture journey through Sri Lanka. Highlights include Temple of Tooth Relic, Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, Kandyan dance show.
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Temple of Tooth Relic
Temple of Tooth Relic
No. 02
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
No. 03
Kandyan dance show
Kandyan dance show
No. 01
Temple of Tooth Relic
Temple of Tooth Relic
No. 02
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
No. 03
Kandyan dance show
Kandyan dance show
Day by Day
3N/4D, in order
Day 1
Colombo to Kandy
Upon arrival in Colombo, you will be welcomed and assisted with your transfer to Kandy. En route, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to over 70 orphaned elephants. Established in 1975, it initially housed five abandoned baby elephants. Vijaya, Neela, Kadira, Mathlee, and Kumari. Today, it is one of Sri Lanka’s most popular tourist attractions. After reaching Kandy, check in at the hotel and unwind for the evening. Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 2
Kandy – Cultural & Nature Exploration
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore Kandy’s rich heritage. Begin with a visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a sacred site that houses the revered relic of Buddha. Historically, safeguarding this relic granted the power to rule the country, making it a significant symbol of Sinhalese identity and pride. Next, visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, renowned for its vast collection of tropical flora. Spanning 59 hectares (146 acres), the garden is home to approximately 4,000 plant species, offering a serene and scenic experience. Continue your journey with a visit to the gem museum, where you can learn about Sri Lanka’s exquisite gemstones. In the evening, witness a traditional Sri Lankan dance show, an unmissable experience that showcases vibrant folk performances filled with cultural significance. Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 3
Kandy to Colombo – Sightseeing & Shopping
After breakfast, depart from Kandy to Colombo and check in at the hotel. Begin your Colombo sightseeing tour, exploring the city’s blend of modern and colonial architecture, vibrant streets, and cultural landmarks. Visit key attractions such as the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Buddhist and Hindu temples, and historic colonial buildings. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant on own before continuing with the city tour and shopping at popular spots like House of Fashion, Odel, Majestic City, and Noritake Ceramic Showroom. Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 4
Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back home, taking with your wonderful memories of your trip. *** END OF TOUR ***
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Picked Hotels
Kandy
Devon Hotel
Colombo
The Ocean Colombo
Kandy
Devon Hotel
Colombo
The Ocean Colombo
Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
Two monsoons, two coasts
Sri Lanka runs two opposite monsoons on one small island. The south-west coast and the hill country are dry December to March; the east coast around Trincomalee and Arugam Bay is dry May to September, when the south-west is wet. There is almost always a dry coast. You just have to be on the right one for the month.
The hill-country train
The Kandy-to-Ella line through the tea estates is one of the great slow train rides anywhere. Book a second-class reserved seat in advance, not first class, because the windows and doors open and everyone hangs out for the Nine Arch Bridge. The blue trains are the old ones and the better ride.
Climb Sigiriya at opening
Sigiriya, the rock fortress in the cultural triangle, bakes by mid-morning and the stairs back up out of the frescoes gallery bottleneck with tour groups. Be at the gate when it opens at seven; you climb in the cool, beat the heat and the crowds, and have the lion's-paw summit nearly to yourself.
- №1
Two monsoons, two coasts
Sri Lanka runs two opposite monsoons on one small island. The south-west coast and the hill country are dry December to March; the east coast around Trincomalee and Arugam Bay is dry May to September, when the south-west is wet. There is almost always a dry coast. You just have to be on the right one for the month.
- №2
The hill-country train
The Kandy-to-Ella line through the tea estates is one of the great slow train rides anywhere. Book a second-class reserved seat in advance, not first class, because the windows and doors open and everyone hangs out for the Nine Arch Bridge. The blue trains are the old ones and the better ride.
- №3
Climb Sigiriya at opening
Sigiriya, the rock fortress in the cultural triangle, bakes by mid-morning and the stairs back up out of the frescoes gallery bottleneck with tour groups. Be at the gate when it opens at seven; you climb in the cool, beat the heat and the crowds, and have the lion's-paw summit nearly to yourself.
The Details
What's Included
Included
- Accommodation at the above-mentioned Hotels or similar Category rooms on breakfast basis
- Transport in an A/C Vehicle with the service of an English-speaking Guide.
- Sightseeing as mentioned above. (Without entrance fees)
- Value-added tax.
- Meeting and Assistance at the airport.
Not Included
- All Entrance fees
- 5% Government Service Tax is applicable additional on total invoice.
- 5% / 20% Tax Collected at Source (TCS) - claimable
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
The headline season for the classic south-west-and-hill-country route is December to March, when Colombo, the Galle coast, Kandy and the tea highlands are at their driest and the seas are calm for the beaches. May to September swings the rain to the south-west and dries out the east coast instead. The window for Trincomalee and the surf at Arugam Bay. April and October-November are the inter-monsoon months, hot and prone to afternoon storms anywhere.
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