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Sri Lanka: Treasures of the Spice Island
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Length
10 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Colombo (Sri Lanka)
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Ends in
Colombo (Sri Lanka)
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Available Tour Start Dates
FEB 9, 2028 to NOV 29, 2028
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).No
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Special Interest(s)
Culture & History, Small Group
Luxury Small Group Journey
There is a maximum group size of 18 guests, and the following amenities are included (subject to change):
- English-Speaking Resident Tour Director® and Local Guides
- Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
- Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
- Travelling Bell Boy® Luggage Handling
- Breakfast in Bed on Select Days
- Full Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
- Your Choice of Activity on Design Your Day®
- Traveller's Valet® Laundry Service
- Internet Access
- Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
- 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
- Guaranteed Departures with Just Two Guests
Contact Us for Pricing
Overview
A 3,000-year-old culture noted for its beauty and grace still resonates across Sri Lanka, the teardrop-shaped island off the tip of Southern India. Experience the former Ceylon in style, with entry to the Temple of the Tooth, a sunset stroll of Galle Fort’s ramparts and a cinnamon plantation visit, on this immersive adventure.
Visited During Tour
Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) | Colombo (Sri Lanka) | Galle (Sri Lanka) | Kandy (Sri Lanka) | Polonnaruwa (Sri Lanka) | Sigiriya (Sri Lanka)
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Tour Itinerary Itinerary
Accommodations Stays
More Details Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Sri Lanka: Treasures of the Spice Island tour dates available from Abercrombie & Kent. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Abercrombie & Kent Tour Code 109843
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1Colombo
Arrive Colombo, Sri Lanka
Bustling Colombo, Sri Lanka's executive and judicial capital, is a city that spans eras, where the colonial past jostles up against shiny new high-rises and chic shops. Settle into your hotel and relax.
Accommodations: Shangri-La Colombo -
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2Colombo
Colombo - A Colonial Legacy Revealed
After a free morning to relax, start your day with a special lunch at famed local restaurant Ministry of Crab, followed by an afternoon exploring the city's Old Dutch Hospital, a colonial treasure dating to the 17th century; and the commercial hub of Colombo Fort, home to a host of charming colonial mansions. Back at the hotel, reconvene for a welcome dinner. You're joined by a former Sri Lankan Ministry of Defense official who provides unique insights on the island's history.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Shangri-La Colombo -
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3Anuradhapura
Cultural Triangle - Lion's Rock
This morning, depart for the Cultural Triangle. Encompassing the ancient cities of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy, and everything in between, this hinterland of history lies at Sri Lanka's very heart. Later, discover the UNESCO-enshrined Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a royal citadel perched precariously atop a monolithic boulder, its 1,500-year-old frescoes still intact. Set out on a hike up winding cliffside staircases, summiting at sunset to reveal the ancient secrets of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Water Garden Sigiriya -
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4Sigiriya
Cultural Triangle - Nature Drive and Dambulla Cave Temples
Embark on a nature drive, rolling through lush countryside and rice paddies with an opportunity for spotting elephants, as well as buffalo and exotic birdlife. This afternoon, at the Dambulla Cave Temples, discover Sinhalese Buddhist statues and murals dating back to the first century BC.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Water Garden Sigiriya -
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5Polonnaruwa
Cultural Triangle - Polonnaruwa
The morning is free for you to relax or take advantage of your resort's facilities and amenities. After lunch, tour the ruins of the former royal city of Polonnaruwa, taking in the archaeological site's vast reservoir, temple, palace and royal baths, each adorned with religious and regal statuary.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Water Garden Sigiriya -
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6Kandy
Kandy - Temple of the Tooth
Depart for Matale to discover the art of batik. Learn how masterpieces can be created with experimentation and imagination. With creativity flowing, and under expert guidance, begin work on your own batik. Later this evening, gather at the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy to attend a pooja ceremony where votive Buddhist offerings take place to the rhythmical sound of drums and the heady scent of lotus. Revered for generations, the tooth relic housed in the temple is believed to have granted ultimate authority to each ruler who possessed it.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Jetwing Kandy Gallery -
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7Kandy
Kandy - Tea and Botanical Gardens
This morning, visit a tea estate and factory, where you learn how to pluck tea leaves and gain insight into the entire production process at the factory. Enjoy a curated tea tasting, featuring different tea varieties paired with specially selected snacks. Later, join an experienced botanist on a walk around the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, home to over 4,000 species of plants and trees, followed by an in-depth tour of Kandy's urban and cultural highlights. Return your hotel for dinner and a traditional Kandyan performance.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Jetwing Kandy Gallery -
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8Galle
Galle - Historic Trading Post
After a leisurely morning, set out for Galle. Once the country's main trading post, Galle is now a honeypot for travelers who scoop up handcrafted lace, sip arrack in the bars and tuck into fragrant Sri Lankan dishes - or catch a game at the city's international cricket stadium. Later this afternoon, try your hand at traditional mask making, learning about this important local art from a mask guru.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Amangalla -
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9Galle
Galle - World's Finest Cinnamon
Head to nearby Villa Mayurana, stopping en route to view stilt fisherman along the coast. Then, see how Sri Lanka produces the world's best cinnamon with a tasting experience on the lush grounds of your hotel's fragrant spice farm. Later, join a local archaeologist and heritage expert for an absorbing sunset walking tour of Galle Fort, built by the Dutch in 1663. Wander the cobbled streets with eyes open for local arts, crafts and delicacies. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Amangalla -
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10Colombo
Depart Colombo
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations
Select a destination below to view the hotel(s) included by Abercrombie & Kent in their Sri Lanka: Treasures of the Spice Island tour:
Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
Room Type Included: Horizon Club Ocean View Room
View details regarding optional paid upgrades
Water Garden Sigiriya
Water Garden Sigiriya
More Details
Abercrombie & Kent is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Sri Lanka: Treasures of the Spice Island tour:
Highlights
- Experience several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Galle Fort
- Climb to the summit of Sigiriya Rock Fortress for a panoramic view of the setting sun
- Sri Lanka's heritage comes to life for you in song, dance and colorful traditional finery during a private performance of a Kandyan cultural show
- Enter the Temple of the Tooth, in Kandy, which houses a sacred relic of the tooth of Lord Buddha
- Stroll the ramparts of colonial Galle accompanied by a local archaeologist and heritage expert
Inclusions
- English-speaking Resident Tour Director(R) and local guides
- Airport meet-and-greet with private transfers
- Travelling Bell Boy(R) service to transfer your bags between hotels
- Mid-journey Traveller's Valet(R) laundry service
- Internet access
- Daily breakfast, along with many meals
- Entrance fees, taxes and all gratuities (except Resident Tour Director)
- Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K's experts
Age Restrictions
Minimum age is 10 years old.
Maximum Group Size
18
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