Every Corner a Story | 7 Days
Katunayake, LK
100% of travellers recommend this
Highlights
- Breathtaking wildlife safari with majestic elephants
- Scenic train ride through lush tea plantations
- Cultural immersion with traditional Sri Lankan cuisine
- Stunning views from ancient rock fortresses
- Relaxing beach time with whale watching adventures
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Duration: 7 days
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Private Air Conditioned Vehicle
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Professional English Speaking Guide
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Includes 6 Nights of Accommodation
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Lunch and Breakfast Included
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All Local Taxes & Charges
They embark on a captivating journey through Sri Lanka on a week-long adventure, where every corner reveals a new story. Travelers will be mesmerized by the lush green hill country, vibrant wildlife, and the ancient culture that permeates through every experience. They’ll savor the rich flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine, sip on world-famous Ceylon tea, and revel in the breathtaking vistas during a scenic train ride through the misty mountains. From thrilling safaris at Minneriya National Park, where elephants gather in awe-inspiring numbers, to the serene beaches of Mirissa, where whale watching awaits, this tour is a tapestry of diverse landscapes and rich heritage. Each day unfolds unique experiences, from exploring ancient rock fortresses to hiking stunning trails, making this not just a trip, but a journey into the heart of Sri Lanka's enchanting beauty.
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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7 days
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Instant Confirmation
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Available in English
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Mobile voucher
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Private Tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Experience the rich landscapes and culture of Sri Lanka on a captivating 7-day private tour, perfect for nature and culture enthusiasts.
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LunchLunch
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OtherBottled Water Each Day (1 Per Person)
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Breakfast
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OtherPrivate Air Conditioned Vehicle
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OtherFuel Charges
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Other6 Nights Hotel Accomodations (Selected Option Only)
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Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport
Meet our Kingfisher Representative at the Arrival Terminal or your Hotel and start the Tour with Greetings, Let us start the Tour with a salutation of "Ayubowan" which mean "May you live long", Your Kingfisher Representative will guide you to take sim cards or change currency at the Airport and transfer you for the Tour by Private Air Conditioned vehicle
Sigiriya
Proceed towards Sigiriya, Sit back and relax at the vehicle while you travel in comfort with our fleets of vehicles.
Sigiriya Craft Village
Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride and experience the world from the view of a village farmer. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Watch an enjoyable traditional cooking demonstration that teaches you the basics of Sri Lankan cuisine. Delight your taste buds with a home cooked lunch made over a wood-fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Minneriya National Park
Prepare to "GET WILD", This three-hour safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.
180 minutes
Admission Not Included
Sigiriya Lion Rock
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ' the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
120 minutes
Admission Not Included
Pidurangala is a massive formation located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya, It has an intresting history closely related to that Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climbing to the top of Pidurangala is more strenous than climbing Sigiriya. If you are fit and adventurous it is a climb worth making. You can have a clear and wonderful view of World Unesco Listed Lion Rock with some amazing photoshoots
60 minutes
Golden Temple of Dambulla
Head towards Kandy (Cultural Triangle) enroute via Dambulla, Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Ranweli Spice Garden
Experience Sri Lanka's renowed Spices inside a manmade forest with a free 10mins head massage. Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.
30 minutes
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Once you reach Kandy, Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Kandy Lake Club Cultural Show
See the Cultural Dance Show in the evening. The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Sorborn Gems & Jewellery KANDY
Sri Lankan Gem has a big history where the name "RATNA DEEPA" (Gem Island) was called to Sri Lanka. Explore a Gemmological Museum and see the History of Gems with Cutting and Polishing
30 minutes
Kandy
Head to Kandy Railway Station and get the World's Scenic Train Ride from Kandy to Nanu Oya. Enjoy the scenic ride through misty mountains and tea estates feeling the cold air. You guide will be staying at Nanu Oya Railway Station to pickup you with your bags
180 minutes
Admission Included
Head towards Nuwara Eliya enroute via some beautiful spots, Visit Ramboda Falls, which is the 11th tallest in the country. Get a guided tour through Mackwoods Tea Estate and learn more about the varieties, processing methods and qualities of tea. Walk through the shaded avenues and colorful mazes of Hakgala Botanical Gardens. Relax and take a walk along the shores of Lake Gregory. A peaceful day filled with lots of beautiful sights
Pedro Tea Factory
Tea Factory and a plantation where you would see how the world’s famous “Ceylon Tea” is manufactured. In 1824 a tea plant was brought to Ceylon by the British from China and was planted in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya for non-commercial purposes. James Taylor was a British citizen who introduced commercial tea plantation in Sri Lanka (Ceylon). He arrived to Sri Lanka in 1852 and settled down in Loolecondera estate in Kandy. Today even people who have never heard of Sri Lanka are familiar with Ceylon tea, which is known for its quality You will be shown how Ceylon Tea are made inside a Factory with tasting various cups of Tea
30 minutes
Ella
Head towards Ella where you can get 100% Pure Oxygen proved by scientists! Enjoy the scenic driver with beautiful backdrops and waterfall views
Nine Arches Bridge
Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge, One of the highlights in the mountain village Ella is the 30-meter high Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With a small 30-minute walk through the jungle, you will reach a piece of beautiful architecture that is hidden between lush green tea fields. It is allowed to walk on the bridge and it’s one of the things you must do in Sri Lanka. The stone train bridge, built by the British, with its nine beautiful arches, is located between Ella and Demodara station. The train ride in the highlands with the Kandy to Ella train is named as one of the most beautiful train rides in the world.
30 minutes
Diyaluma Falls is 220 m (720 ft) high and the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 361st highest waterfall in the world. Enjoy the Natural Pool upside at Diyaluma with stunning pictures.
120 minutes
Yala National Park
Head towards Yala National Park, On Arrival you will be transfered to a 4WD Jeep and get inside Yala National Park, Go on an Evening Game Drive to spot Leopards, Boars and many Wild Animals
180 minutes
Head towards the Southern Coast in Sri Lanka and relax at the Beach
Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa is one of the most exciting water activities you can do during your holiday in Sri Lanka. Often spotted blue whales are the biggest animals in the world and Mirissa is the best place to start your whale and dolphin watching tour in Sri Lanka. Get on a Cruise in the Morning and go in search of Whales at the Middle of Sea and have you breakfast at the Cruise enjoying the views and jumps of Whales
180 minutes
Admission Not Included
Proceed towards Galle and explore the ancient Dutch Buildings, Walk along the lighthouse and explore the Ancient City of Galle
60 minutes
Madu River Safari by Buddhi
This one-hour tour takes you on a boat safari through the primitive depths of the mangrove marshes in Madu River. Traverse the dark and dangerous caverns formed by the thick mangrove forests; interspersed with bright open stretches of water. Learn more about mangroves and their positive effect on ecology. Get a chance to see crocodiles, water snakes, tree snakes and wild boars in their natural habitat. Watch the cormorants; storks and many other avianlife hunt for their prey in swift flow of Madu River. View the pots for catching prawn and shrimp left in some of the shallower areas of the river. Visit the old Buddhist temple on one of the islands that dot the river liberally. Stop by another of the islands; which are the source of the cinnamon industry of Sri Lanka. Purchase some fresh, high quality cinnamon to take home as a souvenir. Make sure to visit the outdoor fish massage parlor, where you can dangle your feet into a fenced part of the river to get treated by the massage fish.
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Head towards Colombo enroute stop via Turtle Hatchery
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Colombo
Explore the Urban Commercial Area of Sri Lanka sightseeing the Local Markets, Lighthouse, Pettah Bazaar, Jamiul Alfar Mosque and many more
180 minutes
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport
With lots of Wonderful memories to cherish head towards Airport and end your beautiful vacation in Sri Lanka with Kingfisher Hospitality
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap -
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Try local cuisine at village cafes. -
Visit local markets for unique souvenirs.
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Bring a camera for stunning landscapes.
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Book whale watching in Mirissa early.
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Explore Galle Fort at sunset for views.
More About this Experience
Introduction
Every Corner a Story | 7 Days invites adventurers to embark on an unforgettable journey through the enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Sri Lanka. This week-long tour is perfectly crafted for those who crave authentic experiences and wish to immerse themselves in the vivid sights and sounds of this island paradise. Over the span of 168 hours, travelers will traverse the lush hill country, partake in mesmerizing wildlife safaris, and indulge in the soothing flavors of Ceylon tea. With a private air-conditioned vehicle and a professional English-speaking chauffeur guide, guests will explore hidden gems and iconic landmarks alike, ensuring a comfortable and personalized adventure. Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply seeking relaxation by the coast, this tour promises to unveil the true essence of Sri Lanka, one captivating corner at a time.What to expect?
Expect a tapestry woven with experiences that will leave you breathless and craving more. Every Corner a Story | 7 Days offers a delightful blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty. Picture yourself sipping fresh King Coconuts on the soft sands of Mirissa Beach or savoring a traditional Sri Lankan lunch after a catamaran ride through tranquil lakes. Wildlife enthusiasts will thrill at the chance to witness the Great Elephant Gathering at Minneriya National Park and spot leopards in their natural habitat while on an exhilarating evening game drive in Yala National Park. The scenic train ride from Kandy to Nanu Oya takes you through misty mountains and sprawling tea plantations, setting the perfect backdrop for stunning photographs. Hiking to the top of Pidurangala Rock, exploring ancient temples, and enjoying a cultural dance show in Kandy will deepen your connection to this land, making it a journey of discovery and wonder.Who is this for?
This tour is designed for everyone, from solo adventurers and couples to families and groups of friends. It's an ideal choice for those who appreciate breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant cultures. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast ready to hike and explore or someone seeking a leisurely escape filled with scenic views and cultural experiences, this journey caters to all levels of physical fitness. The itinerary is crafted to ensure that everyone, including families with infants, can find joy in the diverse offerings of Sri Lanka. With its inclusive approach, Every Corner a Story | 7 Days opens the door for anyone looking to experience the charm of this island nation, making it perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers.Why book this?
The allure of Every Corner a Story | 7 Days lies in its unique ability to blend adventure with relaxation, ensuring that every traveler finds something special. What sets this tour apart is the balance it strikes between guided exploration and moments of personal discovery. With a private vehicle and expert guide at your disposal, you are free to soak in the beauty around you without the stress of planning logistics. The inclusion of traditional meals, comfortable accommodations, and a range of activities tailored to various interests guarantees that your experience will be both enriching and enjoyable. From the historical significance of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic to the tranquil beauty of Nuwara Eliya and Ella, this tour captures the heart of Sri Lanka in a way that few experiences can, making it a must-book for anyone looking to delve deep into this enchanting destination.Good to know
Before embarking on your enchanting journey, there are a few handy tips to enhance your experience. While the tour is designed to accommodate all fitness levels, it's advisable to wear comfortable shoes for the various hikes and site explorations. Don’t forget to pack your camera for the breathtaking views, especially during the scenic train ride and at iconic sites like the Nine Arches Bridge. Currency exchanges can be handled upon arrival, ensuring you’re ready to indulge in local delicacies and shop for unique souvenirs along the way. For a deeper understanding of Sri Lankan culture, engaging with your guide and locals will provide invaluable insights, enriching your experience even further. Lastly, stay hydrated and come prepared for a range of weather conditions, as the diverse landscapes can bring varying climates that contribute to the charm of your adventure.Reviews
Travelers who have embarked on Every Corner a Story | 7 Days rave about the incredible experiences and seamless organization of the tour. Many highlight the knowledgeable guides, who not only share insights about Sri Lankan history and culture but also go above and beyond to ensure comfort and enjoyment throughout the journey. Participants express joy over the variety of activities, from exhilarating safaris to peaceful moments spent sipping tea amongst serene landscapes. The accommodations, often commended for their quality and hospitality, add to the overall satisfaction of the experience. Reviews are filled with stories of unforgettable moments, like witnessing elephants in their natural habitat and enjoying traditional meals served with warmth and care. This tour has left many with cherished memories and a desire to return to Sri Lanka, making it a highly recommended adventure for anyone looking to explore this stunning destination.
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