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Clockwise from left: Colombo; Dambulla cave temple

Clockwise from top left: Wilpattu National Park; Pasikudah Beach

Are you ready to see Sri Lanka’s otherworldly highlights? Your adventure begins in Colombo, where you’ll be greeted by our friendly representative, who will escort you to your transfer and take you to your indulgent hotel for the night. Here, you can settle in, kick back, and relax after your long journey. The next day, you’ll tuck into breakfast before a scenic trip to one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and largest national parks, Wilpattu National Park, which boasts an assortment of animals, including spotted dears, mongoose and water buffalos – safaris here offer an authentic taste of the wild! You’ll travel from Wilpattu to Anuradhapura, an ancient city with a rich religious and historical legacy; this city is considered the heart of Theravada Buddhism and is built around the sacred bodhi tree. The ancient stories and age-old structures here will leave you speechless. Enjoy a restful hotel stay in Habarana before journeying to Polonnaruwa to explore the second kingdom of Sri Lanka, where The King’s Palace, Vatadage, and numerous Dagobas dating back hundreds of years await. Fun fact: the filming for the critically acclaimed “Monkey Kingdom” took place here. Next, get ready to tick off

two of Sri Lanka’s major sights – visit Dambulla Rock Cave Temple, a revered pilgrimage site with centuries of historical significance, before gazing at (or climbing) the towering Sigiriya Fortress, built on top of a rock in the fifth century AD. After all that exploration, it’s time for some much-needed relaxation at a five-star luxury resort. The all-inclusive Sun Siyam Pasikudah Resort is just under three hours away and is the ultimate beachfront stay, perfect for sunbathing and unwinding after exploring Sri Lanka’s cultural sights. During this time, simply enjoy warm beach days and indulge in the hotel’s plush facilities. Spend the rest of your time in the Teardrop of India at your leisure (you can explore Negombo or take a picturesque trip to Colombo). You’ll tuck into a final breakfast before being transferred to the airport, taking with you an adventure to remember.

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12 DAY WILPATTU, CULTURAL TRIANGLE & PASIKUDAH TOUR EXPLORE CULTURE ADVENTURE Negombo | Wilpattu | Anuradhapura | Polonnaruwa | Dambulla | Sigiriya | Pasikudah Explore Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle on this customisable 12-day tour. This itinerary offers an exciting blend of experiences, from UNESCO-protected sites to epic scenic beauty. With assistance from your guide, you’ll go on a safari in Wilpattu National Park – keeping your eyes peeled for elephants and leopards – climb Sigiriya Rock, sunbathe on Pasikudah’s stunning beaches, and more. Sri Lanka? It’s an adventure. P E R Y O

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WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK

ANURADHAPURA

2 hour drive

1 h drive

POLONNARUWA 2.5 hour drive

SIGIRIYA

0.5 h

PASIKUDAH

1.5 hour drive

DAMBULLA

3 hour drive

6 hour drive or 45 minutes flight

NEGOMBO

COLOMBO

YALA NATIONAL PARK

OUT THERE MADE EASY

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