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Heritage to Surf

11 NIGHTS | 12 DAYS

Heritage to Coast is a 12-day Sri Lankan journey blending ancient heritage, cultural highlights, scenic highlands and laid-back beach time.

Explore Dambulla, Sigiriya and Kandy, unwind in Arugam Bay, then travel through the cool tea country of Nuwara Eliya before finishing in Colombo.

FROM

AUD $3,099

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Core

  • Quality 3 star accommodation

  • Comfortable private or shared transfers

  • Essential sightseeing & key attractions

  • Experienced local guides

  • Daily breakfast & selected meals

  • All standard entrance fees included

  • A well-planned itinerary with time to explore

  • Best for: Travellers seeking great value without missing the highlights

Signature

  • Upgraded 4-star accommodation

  • Everything included in Core

  • Additional curated local experiences

  • More included meals & dining experiences

  • Enhanced sightseeing and cultural activities

  • Added convenience and comfort throughout

  • Special Holidayscapes Signature Experiences

  • Best for: Travellers wanting a richer experience with extra comfort and inclusions

Prestige

  • Premium 5 star accommodation

  • Everything included in Signature

  • Exclusive or private experiences where available

  • Premium dining & special destination experiences

  • Additional activities and enhanced inclusions

  • Priority upgrades and added comforts where available

  • Special touches designed to make the journey memorable

  • The highest level of inclusions in the Holidayscapes range

  • Best for: Travellers wanting to experience more with fewer compromises

Day 01

WELCOME TO SRI LANKA | NEGOMBO

Travel Time: Approx. 30 minutes


Begin your Sri Lankan journey with a relaxed arrival and overnight stay near the coast.


Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your chauffeur-guide.
 

Transfer to your hotel and check in for the evening.

Enjoy dinner and settle in for your first night in Sri Lanka.
 

Highlights:
Arrival in Sri Lanka • Private transfer • Relaxed first evening
 

Overnight: Negombo
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 02

NEGOMBO - SIGIRIYA | Ancient Cave Temples

Travel Time: Approx. 3 Hours 20 Mins.


Journey into Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle with a visit to one of the country’s most important ancient cave complexes.


After breakfast, check out and travel towards Sigiriya.

En route, stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its ancient murals and impressive collection of Buddha statues.
 

Continue to Sigiriya, check into your hotel and relax for the evening.
 

Highlights:
Dambulla Cave Temple • Cultural Triangle • Journey to Sigiriya
 

Overnight: Sigiriya
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 03

SIGIRIA | Rock Fortress & Village Life

Travel Time: Local touring


Experience one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks and discover traditional rural life.


After breakfast, climb the spectacular Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous historical and archaeological sites.
 

Later, enjoy a relaxed village experience with paddy fields, a bullock cart ride and a canoe journey.

Finish with a traditional Sri Lankan meal for a taste of authentic village hospitality.
 

Highlights:
Sigiriya Rock Fortress • Village walk • Bullock cart ride • Canoe trip • Local lunch
 

Overnight: Sigiriya
Meals: As per selected tier

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Image by Chathura Anuradha Subasinghe

Day 04

SIGIRIYA - KANDY | Cultural Capital

Travel Time: Approx. 2 Hrs. 30 mins.


Travel into Sri Lanka’s central hills and explore the cultural city of Kandy.


After breakfast, check out and travel to Kandy.

Enjoy a city tour and experience the rich cultural character of Sri Lanka’s hill capital.
 

Visit the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the country’s most important religious and historical landmarks.
 

Check into your hotel and relax for the evening.
 

Highlights:
Kandy city tour • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic • Hill-country culture
 

Overnight: Kandy
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 05

KANDY | Gardens & Cultural Traditions

Travel Time: Local Touring


Discover Kandy’s natural beauty and traditional performing arts.


After breakfast, visit the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya, home to thousands of tropical plant species, orchids, spices and impressive palm-lined avenues.
 

Later in the day, enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan cultural show featuring music, dance and colourful performances.
 

Return to your hotel after the show.
 

Highlights:
Royal Botanic Gardens • Traditional dance • Sri Lankan culture
 

Overnight: Kandy
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 06

KANDY - ARUGAM BAY | From Hills to Surf Coast

Travel Time: Approx. 5 Hrs.
 

Leave the cultural hills behind and head towards Sri Lanka’s laid-back east coast.


After breakfast, check out and travel to Arugam Bay.

Known as Sri Lanka’s surf capital, Arugam Bay offers warm waters, a relaxed beachfront atmosphere and a vibrant coastal lifestyle.
 

Check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
 

Highlights:
Scenic journey east • Arugam Bay • Beachfront atmosphere
 

Overnight: Arugam Bay
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 07

ARUGAM BAY  | Surf & Relax

Travel Time: Approx. At Leisure


Enjoy a relaxed day on one of Sri Lanka’s best-known surfing beaches.


After breakfast, spend the day enjoying the coastal surroundings of Arugam Bay.
 

Take to the waves, relax on the beach or enjoy the laid-back cafés and local atmosphere.
 

Highlights:
Surfing • Beach time • Coastal leisure
 

Overnight: Arugam Bay
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 08

ARUGAM BAY | Another Day by the Ocean

Travel Time: Approx. At Leisure


Slow the pace and enjoy another full day on Sri Lanka’s east coast.


After breakfast, enjoy a second day at leisure in Arugam Bay.
 

Spend your time surfing, relaxing by the water or simply enjoying the tropical beach atmosphere.
 

Highlights:
Surfing • Leisure • Beach lifestyle
 

Overnight: Arugam Bay
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 09

ARUGAM BAY | Beach Time at Your Own Pace

Travel Time: Approx. At Leisure


Enjoy one final full day on the coast before heading back into the highlands.


After breakfast, the day is yours to enjoy.

Relax, surf or explore the local area at your own pace.
 

Highlights:
Free day • Surfing • Coastal relaxation
 

Overnight: Arugam Bay
Meals: As per selected tier

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Image by Thushal Madhushankha

Day 10

ARUGAM BAY - NUWARA ELIYA | Into Tea Country

Travel Time: Approx. 5 Hrs.


Travel from the coast into Sri Lanka’s cool and scenic central highlands.


After breakfast, depart Arugam Bay and journey towards Nuwara Eliya.
 

Travel through winding mountain roads, tea plantations and misty hill-country scenery.
 

On arrival, enjoy the cooler climate and charming surroundings, with the remainder of the day at leisure.
 

Highlights:
Mountain scenery • Tea country • Nuwara Eliya
 

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 11

NUWARA ELIYA - COLOMBO | Return to the Capital

Travel Time: Approx. 5 Hrs.


Journey back to Colombo for a final taste of Sri Lanka’s vibrant city life.


After breakfast, check out and travel to Colombo.

Enjoy a city tour and discover how Sri Lanka’s commercial capital blends historic character with modern development.
 

Check into your hotel and relax for your final evening.
 

Highlights:
Scenic journey • Colombo city tour • Final night in Sri Lanka
 

Overnight: Colombo
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 12

COLOMBO | Farewell Sri Lanka

Travel Time: Approx. 1 Hr.


Your Heritage to Coast journey comes to an end today.


Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out.

Transfer onward as arranged for the completion of your tour.
 

Highlights:
Final breakfast • Farewell Sri Lanka
 

Meals: As per selected tier

ADDITIONAL

EXPERIENCES  | Tier Specific

          SIGNATURE :

  • Negombo sunset boat ride with cocktail

  • Kandy Street Food Tour

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          PRESTIGE :

  • Negombo sunset boat ride with cocktail

  • Sigiriya sunrise breakfast at Mapagala

  • Kandy Street Food Tour

  • Forgotten Colombo Land Rover experience with food stops & dinner

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Core

3★ Selected Hotels
Shared or Standard Sightseeing
Comfortable Transfers
Essential Attractions
Airport Transfers

FROM

AUD $3,099

per person on twin-share basis

Great Experiences | Exceptional Value

Signature

4★ Superior Hotels
Private Sightseeing
Premium Private Transfers
Additional Experiences
Enhanced Dining Inclusions

FROM

AUD $3,599

per person on twin-share basis

More Comfort | More Exepriences

RECOMMENDED

Prestige

5★ Luxury Hotels
Private Touring with Chauffer
Premium Airport Transfers
Exclusive premium Experiences
Premium Dining Experiences

FROM

AUD $3,949

per person on twin-share basis

Luxury Accommodation & Experiences

Tour Inclusions & Important Information. Everything you need to know about what’s included, what’s not, and key travel conditions.

Month
Core
Signature
Prestige
Pricing Note
Oct-26
3099
3599
3949
All prices are in A$ p.p. on twin-sharing basis
Nov-Dec 15-26
3199
3399
3999
Dec 16 - Jan 16-26
3299
3499
4099
Seasonal pricing applies
Jan 17 - Feb-27
3299
3499
4099
Seasonal pricing applies
Mar-27
3199
3499
3699
Apr-27
3199
3499
3699
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PRIVATE

GROUP TOURS

Travelling with friends or family? We can curate this fantastic tour as your own private group experience, tailored to your group’s travel dates and requirements.

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