5 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Cultural Triangle Express Private Tour
A short trip through central Sri Lanka covering the Dambulla caves, Polonnaruwa, an elephant safari, Sigiriya and Kandy. This 5 days Sri Lanka itinerary runs as a private tour with your own vehicle and driver-guide, so you travel at your own pace.
Tour Highlights
Dambulla Cave Temple
Polonnaruwa and Minneriya elephant safari
Sigiriya and a spice garden
Ambuluwawa Tower and Kandy
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, Colombo to Sigiriya
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and its frescoes.
Day 2: Polonnaruwa and Minneriya
See the Gal Vihara Buddha, then go on an elephant safari.
Day 3: Sigiriya to Kandy
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, visit a spice garden and the Temple of the Tooth.
Day 4: Ambuluwawa Tower
Climb the Ambuluwawa tower, then visit the gardens or a tea factory.
Day 5: Departure
Drive through tea plantations to the airport.
Why Book This Private Tour
Your own private vehicle and driver-guide for the whole trip
Travel on the dates that suit you
Hotels, pace and stops can be customised
Best Time to Visit
December to April is the best time for this itinerary, with dry, sunny weather on the west and south coasts and in the hill country.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.