Northern Sri Lanka Explorer

Tour Highlights

Anuradhapura

Jaffna Fort

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Galle Face Green

Anuradhapura

Discover the well preserved ruins of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Jaffna Fort

Jaffna Fort an archaeological monument showing the destruction caused by a cival war.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

This golden roofed temple houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha.

Galle Face Green

Walk along Galle Face Green for amazing views and experience the true ambiance of this city.

Tour Dates & Prices

All of our tour departures include international flights and taxes in the price. If the dates we have available for this tour don't suit your needs, or you are not sure travelling as part of a group is for you, maybe a Private Tour would be more ideal. If your tour departs in less than 30 days, please call our travel experts to book.

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Based on London Heathrow departures

Flight upgrades available on request

Land only from £1770

Single room from £490

Tipping paid locally USD$75

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Northern Sri Lanka Explorer - Tour Itinerary

Day 1-2: Fly to Colombo

Fly to Colombo. Upon arrival, your Local Guide from Wendy Wu Tours will meet you at the airport and transfer you to Negombo where the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 3: Anuradhapura

Depart for Anuradhapura, with a stop enroute at Wilpattu National Park for a jeep safari. The park is well known for a healthy population of elephant, sloth bear and water buffalo. You will continue the drive to Anuradhapura.

Day 4: Brazen Palace

Explore the city as you visit Sri Maha Bodhi (Sacred Bo-Tree) , Brazen Palace, Abhayagiriya monasteries, Thuparamaya Temple as well as the Samadhi Buddha statue and Isurumuniya rock temple.

Day 5: Jaffna

Proceed to Jaffna where this afternoon you will be touring the city to see Naguleswaram Temple, the Hot springs of Keeramalai and the ruins of the Kantharodai Buddhist Temple.

Day 6: Jaffna Fort

You will continue to explore this morning taking in the many sights in the city such as Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, Jaffna Fort and the bustling Jaffna Market.

Day 7 - 8: Trincomalee

Today you will travel to Trincomalee where you will have 2 days at leisure to relax or get to know this port city. Why not take an excursion to Pigeon Island or take a dolphin and whale -watching cruise?

Day 9: Kandy

After travelling to Kandy you embark on a city tour which offers an array of culture, history and heritage. You will come across bazaars, an arts & craft centre, a gem museum and local produce in the Kandy market. Discover the Kandyan legacy around the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha.

Day 10:

Travel back to Colombo to discover the the city on foot with Mark Forbes or one of his associates. This tour will include Galle Face Green, Old Parliament, Main street, Independence Square and Cinnamon Garden. You will be taken through alleyways, passageways to churches and old buildings.

Day 11: Depart Colombo

Today you will transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Useful Information

Visas

A visa is required by all nationalities. A single entry visa should be arranged in advance of travel. Unlike many other tour operators, we include your entry visas in the price of our tour. We handle the entire visa process – all you need to do is fill out the form and send your passport to us. We are always on hand to help you with any questions or queries you might have when completing the form.

Communication

To call the UK the international access code is 0044 then the number. To call Wendy Wu Tours it is 00 44 207 403 7860. Emergency 24 hour telephone (out of office hours) is 00 44 7984 041 625. Mobile Phones Mobile phones are growing in popularity and you will find high quality coverage. We recommend that you contact your mobile supplier if you intend to use international roaming during your holiday and ensure you investigate all associated costs before you leave the UK.Some hotels may have Wi-Fi which usually comes at an additional cost.

Tipping

Tipping is an expected element in the tourism industry today and Bhutan is no exception. We have established a tipping system whereby every passenger gives a set amount to the National Escort who will distribute the amount appropriately. On multi-country tips, this amount will be paid in stages on arrival in each country. If there is no National Escort, you will need to give your money to your Local Guides and tipping amounts for each city will be shown in your final itinerary. The amount is calculated for each tour. We will indicate the tipping amounts in your final documents for guidance.

Shopping

Shopping can be a fun and entertaining component to any travel adventure. In keeping with most people’s interests whilst on holiday, your tour will include a reasonable number of opportunities to shop for local goods and souvenirs. We have included visits to establishments that not only provide an opportunity to purchase a locally produced, but you’ll witness first-hand how these local products are made, their history and how they support the economy. We are aware that people like to take home souvenirs, so we ensure the shops you visit have a reputation for quality, honesty, and authenticity.

Food

The cost of all meals is included in your group tour cost. Breakfast is served in the hotel and usually includes western dishes. We aim to cater to the tastes of the majority of people and so the food is not too spicy or unusual in taste. Any food/diet requests MUST be specified at the time of booking and you should mention it again to the National Escort/ Local Guides when you meet them – they will do their utmost to cater for any special requests, such as vegetarian meals or food to be avoided in case of allergies.