12-Nights Skyscape Sri Lanka, Aerial Journeys Over Paradise
Welcome to Sri Lanka
The teardrop-shaped island of Sri Lanka lies in the Indian Ocean just off the southern tip of India. With its golden sandy beaches, azure, blue waters and warm tropical climate, Sri Lanka is a year-round destination for holidaymakers seeking sun, sand, and sea. The island has a rich cultural heritage that dates back over 2,000 years. It is a history linked to the origins of Buddhism in the country with magnificently constructed stupas and the ruins of ancient kingdoms. Controlled from the 16th century onwards by the Portuguese, Dutch and finally the British prior to gaining full independence in 1948. The influences of colonial powers remain visible in architecture and several forts across the country. Sri Lanka is recognised as a global biodiversity hotspot with a rich variety of endemic flora and fauna, and incredibly for a small island, can boast of large iconic animals such as the Asian elephant, leopard, and the largest animal to have inhabited our planet, the blue whale. From palm-fringed beaches to scrub jungles and numerous manmade lakes in the lowlands to tropical rainforests, cloud forests and highlands laden with waterfalls at its centre, this resplendent isle is abundant in natural beauty.
Highlights of the Itinerary:
- Climb the legendary rock citadel in Sigiriya
- Explore the ancient cities of Anuradhapura
- Mesmerizing scenic drive to Nachchaduwa Lake
- Walk with the pilgrims to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Experience the scenic beauty of the hill country
- Survey Sri Lanka’s stunning landscape from above
Vacation Inclusions:
- Accommodation at the Hotels mentioned
- The meal plans mentioned
- The tour includes five private charter flights on an eight-seater Cessna, covering key destinations across Sri Lanka. The journey starts and ends at Colombo Airport (BIA)
- All ground transportation will be provided in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, with options tailored to guest preferences
- We will be providing an English-speaking Chauffeur Guides throughout the tour
- Bottled water during sightseeing tours and long drives
- All presently applicable government taxes
- All Inclusive Package, at Ceylon Tea Trails Includes: Bed tea, full English or Sri Lankan breakfast, 3-course lunch or rice and curry (gourmet packed lunch if on excursion), traditional afternoon cream tea (scones, clotted cream; jams; cakes; sandwiches), pre-dinner cocktails, 4-course gourmet dinner, a selection of international wines, premium spirits & liqueurs, beer (Alcohol will not be served on Poya full moon days and other days prohibited by the Govt.), juice and soft drinks, tea & coffee, laundry, calls within Sri Lanka, the “Tea Experience” tea fields & factory tour with our planter/naturalist–inresidence & bungalow amenities including Wi-Fi
- All-inclusive at W15 Hanthana Includes: 3 meals, afternoon high tea, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and 10 different in-house activities and experiences (complimentary activities: riding in a vintage land rover, Indiana jones, hikes, mountain bikes, birds & butterflies, nature sessions, wildlife excursions, scenic walks, temples, tea of Ceylon, high tea, dining experiences, cooking classes, games & more and yoga and wellness (with a supplement cost)
- Sightseeing per itinerary
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Supplier: andBeyond TravelKandy
The city lies in the Kandy Valley with its beautiful tropical plantations. The city is home to many attractively adorned temples and palaces including the Lankatilaka temple, which is decorated with delicate floral designs and paintings. In August, Kandy hosts an extravagant Buddhist festival consisting of food, cultural dancing, and richly decorated elephants.
Sigiriya
On top of a rock plateau overlooking dense jungle and a vast plain, 90 mi/145 km northeast of Colombo, is Sigiriya, the mysterious remains of the fifth-century fortress of King Kasyapa. When it was built, an impressive 5-acre/2-hectare fort sat astride the rock and a city nestled at its base, but now the city is gone and the fortress is in ruins. According to legend, King Kasyapa gained power after burying his father alive. He ruled for the next 18 years, until his half brother Mogallan defeated him in battle. As his soldiers retreated, Kasyapa remained on his elephant facing the opposing army. Then, with great drama, he pulled out a dagger and slit his throat.
The ruins of Sigiriya are unique among the ancient sites in Sri Lanka. Be sure to brave the rickety-looking spiral staircase to see the 19 frescoes of female nature spirits (Apsaras) painted beneath an overhang about 300 ft/90 m up the rock. The frescoes are very beautiful—their colors stunningly vibrant after 1,500 years. A wall covered with 1,000-year-old graffiti and poetry (left by visitors who recorded their impressions of the painted women) lies just above the frescoes. Near the top of the rock fortress are a pair of huge stone Lion's Paws (all that remains of a giant stone lion). See the ruins in the morning—it's much cooler, and people and domesticated elephants may be walking along the road. There's a small archaeological museum at the base of Sigiriya.
In nearby Dambulla you can visit a series of caves on a mountain ledge. They contain frescoes showing some of Buddha's epic struggles against evil. (Photographs are not allowed in Dambulla's caves).
Sigiriya and Dambulla are usually seen together as a day trip from Kandy. If you're traveling by car, you can see Sigiriya, Dambulla and Polonnaruwa on the same day. But it will be a long day—plan to overnight in Sigiriya or in one of the beautiful resorts around Kandalama Lake (near Dambulla).
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| From | Until | From price | |
| 08/21/2026 | 12/31/2026 | Call for pricing | |
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| Number of nights | 12 | ||
| Air city | Call for airfares from your city. | ||
| Vacation rating | Deluxe | ||
| Remarks | Rate is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. Experiences are customizable and rates may vary by date of travel. Please inquire for the best prices for your preferred travel dates. International and domestic flights not included, unless specified. Price may vary by date of travel, currency rate fluctuations and tour option. Full terms and conditions apply. Private tailor-made journey. The attached itinerary is a sample and can be tailored to suit your exact preferences. All fares are quoted in US Dollars. |
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