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Lanka Classy Tours is dedicated to providing top-quality travel experiences for our clients, and our Excursion Page is no exception. Here, you will find a carefully curated selection of exciting and immersive tours and activities to suit a variety of interests and travel styles. Whether you are seeking adventure, culture, nature, or relaxation, we have an excursion that will meet your needs.Our team of experienced and knowledgeable guides will accompany you on your journey, sharing their expertise and insights into the local culture and history. We strive to offer unique and off-the-beaten-path experiences that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of Sri Lanka. From exploring ancient temples and ruins to hiking through lush rainforests and national parks, our excursions in Sri Lanka offer something for everyone. We also offer customized tours for those who want to create their own unique travel experience. At Lanka Classy Tours, we believe that travel is about more than just seeing new places - it's about connecting with people and cultures, and creating lifelong memories. We are committed to providing exceptional service and ensuring that your travel experience is unforgettable.

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Absolutely amazing attention and service. Our entire trip was well organised including transport, tours and accommodation. Our main point of contact, Mrs Pavithra was incredibly helpful throughout are trip and always on hand for any questions or assistance we might have, even helping us re-arrange hotel stays and activities on the fly because we wanted to spend a couple more days on the beach. Friendly and helpful, Lanka Classy tours makes your trip really easy, so you can enjoy each day to the fullest!

Dear sir Daivid, Thank you very much for such a great review! We work really hard to offer the best Sri Lankan tour experience to all our valuable clients. Highly appreciate your feedback. Hope to see you soon again Thanks again

Amazing vacations organized by Lanka Classy Tour. Our contact, Mrs Pavithra, took care of us from the very beginning. She understood exactly what we were looking for during these 2 weeks and helped us create a wonderful tour of Sri Lanka. The communication was very smooth all along and she remained available during our tour, asking us if everything was going great. Our driver/guide, Sarath, was very nice, safe and with very good advices. It was a pleasure having him with us! So, I definitely recommend Lanka Classy Tour!

Dear Elorie, Thank you very much for such a great review! We work really hard to offer the best Sri Lankan tour experience to all our valuable clients. Highly appreciate your feedback. Hope to see you both again & all the best! Thanks again

This tour was originally planned to take place in May 2021, but due to Corona it was postponed two times by us, everyone at Lanka Classy Travel was very helpful doing this. Responses via WhatsApp were fast and helpful. Now, in April 2022 we finally did the tour and we loved it. We had our own driver/guide who led us safely through the Sri Lankan traffic and was always reliable and on time. The program itself was very well prepared and showed us some fantastic parts of the country. Despite the currently challenging economic situation in Sri Lanka, the experience in the hotels and sights was flawless and a real treat. We definitely recommend booking via Lanka Classy Travel, if you want to experience a great holiday!

Dear Sir Peter, Thank you very much for such a great review! We work really hard to offer the best Sri Lankan tour experience to all our valuable clients. Highly appreciate your feedback. Hope to see you both again and We wish you all the best! Thanks again

Everything was perfectly organised and many options given and changes made as needed. So much personal attention. It was my daughters birthday during the holiday and even that was so beautifully arranged and planned.

Dear Madam Thank you very much for such a great review. Our ultimate target is to offer a total solution for a reasonable price. See you again for another tailor-made family tour in Sri Lanka. Thank you once again

My girlfriend and I were on Sri Lanka in March 2022. Lanka Classy Tours organized our accommodations, private car with driver, who is a tour guide and excursions. Pavithra is very kind and patient person who helped us a lot. If you have any doubt that someone will crossover you, that you will pay and then no one shows at the airport, with the Pavithra you can be safe. Highly recommend this agency!

Dear Sir Dimitri Thank you very much for such a great review. Our ultimate target is to offer a total solution for a reasonable price. See you again for another tailor-made tour in Sri Lanka. Highly appreciate your kind words and We wish you both all the very best!

Two wonderful weeks spent on a well organized tour of Sri Lanka.I appreciate the perfect and fast communication with the agency representative Mrs.Dushara Kavindi and the willigness, helpfulness and especially safe driving of our guide- driver Mr.Sarath Samarasingha.I have given favorable references to my friends and in case of repeat visit, my choice is clear for Lanka Classy Tours.Ondrej Jerabek, Prague,Czech republic

Dear Dr Ondrej Thank you very much for such a great review. Our ultimate target is to offer a total solution for a reasonable price. See you again for another tailor-made tour in Sri Lanka. It is highly appreciating your support and your good recommendation. We wish you all the very best!

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Paradise is still the most commonly used word to describe Sri Lanka – a lush, tropical island of golden beaches and brilliant blue waters.  Visitors planning a Sri Lanka travel adventure can choose between a variety of activities from lazing on the beach to diving in coral reefs and observing the wildlife to exploring ancient temples and ruins.

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We are a Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA/SQA/TA/1482)  and Sri Lanka Civil Aviation Authority (Licence A-1006) approved travel a gent based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.  We specialize in providing total travel solutions f or both corporate / leisure markets and organizing MICE events . 

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Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Dambulla. Along the way, stop at Pinnawala to witness orphaned gigantic animals – elephants, in their natural habitats. Other than an orphanage, it functions as a captive, nursery and a breeding ground for the elephants in need and as a home for the homeless elephants who need special care. Do not miss out milk feeding time, hence ecommend to reach there at least by 09:00 AM!

Nuwara Eliya

After a peaceful stay in Kandy, travel towards the tea country – Nuwara Eliya which is also known as ‘Little England’. Be amazed with emerald green tea leaves, cascading waterfalls and quaint colonial buildings dotted all over place which would also make you feel like you are in an English city!

During your stay, experience the art of making Ceylon tea from withering to bulk packing with a visit to a working tea plantation and a factory taste a freshly brewed cup of Ceylon tea. Capture absolute stunning sceneries and natural beauty of Nuwara Eliya, breath in fresh air and take a pleasant stroll around Gregory lake in the evening are some other experiences you can enjoy.

Following a mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel, journey from hills to islands’ wild – Yala. Along the route, witness Ravana waterfall and do not forget to take a selfie with the plunging falls in the background.

Later, gather for an evening safari through Yala National Park with an expert naturalist. Keep your eyes peeled for the endangered Sri Lankan leopard as well as on other widlife such as elephants, wild boards and birdlife. In the late evening, expect a BBQ dinner by a beautiful roaring campfire.

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• Trip Length: 9 Days
• Unlock the contrasts of the colourful city of Kandy
• Capture shots of wildlife inclduing endangered Sri Lankan leopard in Yala
• Enjoy the Beach Induced Bliss at Galle
• Elephants Bathing And Playfully Splash Around In The Shallow Water In Pinnawala
• The Majestic Golden Buddha Temple At The Bottom Of The Hill In Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
• An Astonishing Wildlife Spotting Safari In Yala National Park
• Fascinating Rumassala Temple And Its Secret Tales

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• Hike Little Adam’s Peak
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Yes, during the tea factory visit you can enjoy a tea plucking experience.

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364 steps are there.

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Experience the Golden Beaches and Delicious Dishes of Sri Lanka on a 10-Day Guided Tour

Live and breathe the culture of Sri Lanka as you take a walking tour through the picturesque backstreets of Colombo, see the famous fortress of Sigiriya set upon its rocky outcrop and visit Rahju’s Contemporary Art Gallery in Kandy. For something truly unique, take part in a Nuwara Eliya tea experience—an all-immersive tea leaf picking and fresh tea tasting affair, at one of the world’s most beautiful tea plantations. Voyage into the depths of the jungle on a game drive in Wilpattu National Park and keep your eyes peeled for leopards and elephants. Before the journey home, be sure not to miss the exquisite fragrances of the National Spice Garden in Matale and the architectural wonders of Anuradhapura—the capital city of Sri Lanka’s first kingdom that ruled for a thousand years.

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I contacted Classic Sri Lanka less than a week before scheduled departure. Within a couple of days they were able to create a bespoke itinerary within my budget constraints. The communication with Rajiv, their Inbound Assistant Manager was excellent. The trip was amazing all the way through. We felt like we were treated like royalty. We had an issue with a particular hotel but Classic Sri Lanka were able to rectify that. I believe the true test of an organisation is how they react to adverse situations and this was handled impeccably. Classic Sri Lanka looked after us superbly in Sri Lanka and I would not hesitate to recommend them and I shall be using then for my next trip to Sri Lanka, a country I have now fallen in love with.

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“We are a family of almost 70 that travelled to Sri Lanka for the celebration of my daughter's debut. We wanted a very customized and memorable celebration. You just do not know how much happiness you have given me and my family for this very memorable trip. I know it wasn't easy but you made it look like it seem. Everything was very smooth and safe for all of us. You made sure that what we wanted was accomplished and beyond. We will miss the great service you and your team has shown us. Our standards for a travel agency/tour guide have increased tremendously because of your sincere and personal service. Until next time....”

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I would like to extend my thanks to you and your staff at Classic Sri Lanka. All our last-minute changes were accommodated, and itineraries updated as required Once we got there, everything worked well, and the tour went effortlessly, you even took the time to pop into our accommodation in Colombo to “meet and greet” a personal touch which was very much appreciated. I have already recommended Classic Sri Lanka to my friends who are thinking of touring Sri Lanka and will recommend you on Facebook as well. We will be traveling again to Sri Lanka, in next few years and it is our intention to contact you again to organise our travel arrangements. I look forward to working with you again and wish you all the best. Once again, thank you so much for all your hard work, on our tour, your help and professionalism are very much appreciated.

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The Classic Sri Lanka Tour includes the highlights of this stunning tropical island - ancient cities, tea-growing hills, wildlife parks and stunning beaches – backed up by a selection of mid-market and upmarket hotels that emphasise quality and value. You can explore the island at your own pace, in a car or minivan, with your personal driver-cum-guide. We can tailor this itinerary according to your preferences from our select range of more than 400 properties, so feel free to ask for modifications.

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This classic island tour ticks all the boxes for the first-time visitor to Sri Lanka - and the ability to adjust the accommodation as you please makes it even more special

• Explore the great sites of Sri Lanka's cultural triangle and Kandy's Temple of the Tooth
• Take in the magnificent hill country with its tea hills and gushing waterfalls
• Go on a wildlife safari and whale and dolphin spotting
• Stroll around Galle’s 17C Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Lie on the palm-fringed sandy beaches of the Galle Coast
• Stay at exquisite villas and boutique hotels

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• Accommodation in a shared double / twin room 
• Chauffeur-guide and vehicle for the duration of the tour (including leisure days) 
• Both airport transfers 
• Expert advice and support prior to and during the tour 

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Day 1 Pannala, North-West Coast

Upon arriving in Sri Lanka, transfer to a convenient hotel close to the international airport. Relax and unwind after your flight, preparing yourself for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: The Notary's House

Day 2, 3 & 4 Sigiriya, Cultural Triangle

Sri Lanka's famous cultural triangle offers plenty to fire both mind and body over the next three days. Explore the lion rock of  Sigiriya;  Dambulla’s Buddhist Cave Temples, and the ancient kingdom of  Polonnaruwa, which was Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital between the late 11th and 13th century. After visiting Polonnaruwa museum, which will provide an overview of this ancient city and its heritage, move onto exploring the ruins themselves. You might also consider a safari at  Minneriya National Park when you visit Polonnaruwa.

Accommodation: Aliya Resort and Spa

Recommended Activities: Minneriya National Park , Dambulla Cave Temple , Polonnaruwa , Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Day 5 & 6 Kandy

The journey from the cultural triangle to Sri Lanka's hill capital – the small lakeside city of Kandy – will occupy most of the morning. Visit the  Temple of the Tooth in Kandy where a sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha is enshrined since 4th Century AD. The temple has decorative walls, a golden roof and fine woodwork. Religious services with traditional music and drumming are held daily at dawn, mid-day and in the evening where guests can participate. You might also want to see Kandy's  Botanical Gardens.

Accommodation: Radisson Hotel Kandy

Recommended Activities: Royal Botanical Gardens , Temple of the Tooth

Day 7 & 8 Ella, Hill Country

Travel on into Sri Lanka’s tea-growing highlands. You might like to enjoy the “Tea Experience”, which involves a visit to a plantation to observe the process, starting from the plucking field where it all begins with the picking of “two leaves and a bud” to the factory where the processing begins. Temperatures in Sri Lanka's hill country are akin to an early English summer's day and you can go trekking, cycling, canoeing or just soak up the magnificent scenery. Consider an all-day trek to see Ella’s three iconic landmarks:  Nine Arch Bridge,  Little Adam’s Peak and Ella Rock. Further afield, in the west of the highlands, an all-night climb up  Adam's Peak is another option that we could offer by special request.

Accommodation: 98 Acres Resort

Recommended Activities: Nine Arch Bridge , Little Adam's Peak

Day 9 & 10 Yala National Park, Yala

Head southeast to  Yala National Park. En-route visit Buduruvagala to see Sri Lanka's tallest rock-cut Buddha statue (51 ft. in height) and other Mahayana Buddhist statues that date back to the 8th-century AD.  Yala National Park consists of scrub plains, lagoons and rocky sections and is probably the best place to see all of Sri Lanka's Big Three: Elephant, leopard and water buffalo. If you wish to limit your journey consider Uda Walawe game park instead.

Accommodation: Jetwing Yala

Recommended Activities: Yala National Park

Day 11 Galle Fort, Galle Coast

Journey along the scenic south coast to the historic city of Galle and spend a night in Galle's 17C Dutch Fort, a UNESCO-protected World Heritage site. Several hours can be spent wandering along the narrow streets and well-preserved ramparts, exploring iconic historic buildings such as the lighthouse and Dutch Reform Church. Art and craft shops and cute little cafes now abound in Galle, making it one of Sri Lanka’s great meeting places. The thick, high ramparts that protect and distinguish the Fort are today used for romantic evening strolls and knockabout cricket games.

Accommodation: Fort Bazaar

Recommended Activities: Galle Dutch Fort

Day 12, 13 & 14 Habaraduwa, Galle Coast

We have saved the last three nights for a taste of the Sri Lanka beaches. Our Classic Island tour keeps you on the sought-after Galle Coast, but you may prefer the west coast resort of Bentota, a family-friendly resort where the beaches are as broad as anywhere on the island: as always the choice is yours. Consider a visit to  Balapitiya puppet museum where a fourth-generation puppeteer will explain the history of this great art. Bentota offers a wide range of water-sports on the coast and along a river estuary. When your tour is over it is conveniently placed within two-and-a-half hours of the international airport.

Accommodation: KK Beach

The Notary's House

Makandura, North-West

The Notary’s House is a large mansion with plenty of outdoor space and overlooking a lake in Makandura. One hour at most from the airport, it is an ideal first stop that immediately introduces you to Sri Lankan living.

Aliya Resort and Spa

Sigiriya, Cultural Triangle

Aliya Resort and Spa is a modern, eco-friendly resort which offers a range of good accommodation including luxury tents and interconnecting rooms for families. It is perfectly situated for excursions in the Cultural Triangle and has a variety of facilities including a spa and an infinity pool with stunning views.

Radisson Hotel Kandy

Centrally located in Kandy town, Radisson Hotel Kandy offers 122 stylishly-designed rooms with fantastic amenities for an affordable price.

98 Acres Resort

Ella, Hill Country

The 98 Acres Resort is a 12 room eco-friendly, boutique hotel in Ella set amidst tea covered hills with magnificent views of the southern plains, Ella rock and Little Adam’s Peak. Accommodation is in individual stone chalets and the lounge and restaurant pavilion has breathtaking views.

Jetwing Yala

Yala National Park, Yala

This stylish and modern hotel blends peacefully into 38 acres of parklands and woodlands close to Yala game park

Fort Bazaar

Galle Fort, Galle Coast

Fort Bazaar is an 18-room luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of Galle Fort, its beautiful architecture and décor inspired by Portuguese heritage and contemporary design. The addition of a great restaurant makes this a must-visit place in the Fort.

Habaraduwa, Galle Coast

KK Beach is a stylish beachfront boutique hotel in Habaraduwa, a quiet coastal town along the Galle Coast just a short drive from historic Galle Fort. Sister property of the highly-praised Kahanda Kanda.

Following are recommended optional activities

Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla, Cultural Triangle

The most famous cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple boasts the largest number of Buddha statues to be housed in one place, as well as stunning ceiling paintings.

Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa, Cultural Triangle

Sri Lanka’s medieval capital from 1073 until the late 1200s, the ruins of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa are incredibly well-preserved and include magnificant granite sculptures of Lord Buddha.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most majestic, awe-inspiring and stunning historical locations in the world, built in the 5th century AD by ‘mad’ King Kasyapa.

Minneriya National Park

Habarana, Cultural Triangle

Minneriya National Park is a small but popular wildlife park home to a wide range of Sri Lanka’s wildlife. It is also the site of the world-renowned wildlife event ‘The Elephant Gathering’.

Temple of the Tooth

Tradition relates that a sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha was brought to Sri Lanka in 4th century A.D. and has been enshrined in the Dalanda Maligawa, or Temple of the Tooth, since the late 1500s.

Royal Botanical Gardens

The Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens is the largest of its kind in Sri Lanka and the finest in Asia. Explore the beautiful surroundings with an expert, or simple enjoy a relaxed stroll in the sun.

Nine Arch Bridge

Located in Ella, the Nine Arch Bridge is one of the most iconic bridges in Sri Lanka and is a stunning example of the incredible engineering prowess behind the island’s railway system.

Little Adam's Peak

Although this climb is relatively easy, the views from the top of Little Adam’s Peak are sensational. Begin the climb with a gentle stroll through a sloping tea field, passing endless neat rows of terraced tea plants. 

Yala National Park

Yala National Park, situated in the south-east corner of the island, is home to the greatest variety of Sri Lanka’s wildlife including the island’s big game – elephants, leopards and sloth bears.

Galle Dutch Fort

Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site originally built by the Portuguese before it was further developed by the Dutch and British, covers nearly 4sqkm and houses a range of old colonial buildings.

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