From UNESCO World Heritage rock citadels and ancient Buddhist capitals to misty tea gardens, wildlife sanctuaries, and palm-fringed coastlines — discover every destination comfortably with our dedicated Guide-chauffeurs francophones.
166 km from Colombo
Ancient glory dazzles at Sigiriya, a stupendous 5th-century AD rock-fortress citadel of King Kashyapa. The 10 ft (3m) high mirror wall still glistens with its 5th-century high-gloss, and the majestic lion’s paws picturesquely guard the stairway to the palace on the summit. A gallery of frescoed, bejeweled maidens glows with vibrant color, and the world-renowned UNESCO water gardens are defended by broad granite-lined moats.
149 km from Colombo (16 km W of Sigiriya)
The 1st-century BC Dambulla rock temple (a UNESCO World Heritage site) is a complex of five cave shrines. Sheltered King Walagamba during his 14 years of exile. Highlights include pre-Christian rock inscriptions, sculptures (including a 47-foot-long rock-cut reclining Buddha), and Buddhist murals covering over 20,000 sq. feet — the largest antique painted surface in the world.
203 km from Colombo
Founded around the 5th century BC, Anuradhapura was a pre-Christian metropolis of gigantic Buddhist shrines and monasteries. Highlights include the Thuparama dagoba (enshrining Buddha's collar-bone relic), the 2,200-year-old Sri Maha Bodhi (Sacred Bo tree — the world's oldest historical tree), the 9-story Brazen Palace (Lovamahapaya), and the towering Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanarama stupas.
218 km from Colombo
Established as the royal capital in the 11th century AD. A well-planned medieval city defended by 5 km of enclosing walls, graced by palaces, shrines, pavilions, and the immense man-made Parakrama Samudra reservoir. Features the King's Council Chamber, Royal Citadel, Kumara Pokuna baths, and the world-famous Gal Vihara colossal stone Buddha sculptures.
115 km from Colombo
The last independent kingdom and cultural stronghold of Sri Lanka. Home to the moated and golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Dalada Maligawa), the royal Audience Hall, Ulpenge (Queen's Bath), scenic 19th-century Kandy Lake, traditional cultural dance performances, and nearby temples including Lankatilaka, Gadaladeniya, and Embekke.
146 km from Colombo
Among the succession of capitals following the abandonment of Polonnaruwa was the 13th-century rock-fortress citadel of Yapahuwa in the north-western plains. Its crowning glory is the majestic, steeply rising Ornamental Stairway of dressed granite stone flanked by guardian lion sculptures leading to the palace remains.
West & South Coasts (~27°C)
Sri Lanka is a year-round beach destination with warm inviting sea temperatures (~27°C). Western & South-Western beaches include Negombo, Waikkal, Seeduwa, Mt. Lavinia, Wadduwa, Kalutara, and Beruwala. Southern gems include Bentota, Induruwa, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Weligama, Tangalle, and Hambantota.
86 Mammal Species (16 Endemic)
Sri Lanka boasts a rich variety of wildlife across national parks including Yala, Udawalawe, Wasgamuwa, Horton Plains, Gal Oya, Lunugamvehera, Minneriya, Kaudulla, and Wilpattu. Home to wild elephant herds, the elusive Sri Lankan leopard, sloth bears, wild buffalo, sambar, spotted deer, and hundreds of bird species.
Available Island-Wide
Ayurveda, Sri Lanka’s traditional natural healthcare system, uses indigenous herbs, herbal compresses (potli), botanical oils, and natural therapeutic methods to revitalize body and mind. Time-tested wellness therapies and authentic rejuvenation treatments are available at specialized spa resorts and wellness hotels across the island.
En Route Colombo - Kandy
Situated halfway between Colombo and Kandy, Pinnawala is home to the world's largest collection of captive elephants (~75 elephants). Witness baby elephants being bottle-fed and experience the sheer delight of the great pachyderm herd marching to the wide river for their daily bath.
6,200 ft Elevation (Little England)
Nestled 6,200 ft above sea level via the scenic Ramboda Pass and cascading Ramboda Falls. Known as 'Little England' for its cool misty climate, colonial British architecture, manicured golf course, and emerald terraced plantations producing world-famous high-grown aromatic Ceylon tea.
Commercial Capital
Sri Lanka’s bustling cosmopolitan commercial center. Highlights include the twin towers of the World Trade Center, the majestic Old Parliament building, colonial architecture from British and Dutch eras, shopping bazaars, and the vibrant seaside Galle Face Green promenade.
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