India Golden Triangle & Sri Lanka Highlights
Overview
Highlights
- Explore the must-sees in Delhi and the pink city of Jaipur
- Admire the beautiful Taj Mahal, an Islamic ivory-white marble mausoleum in Agra
- See the fine frescoes in the ancient Rock Fortress of Sigiriya
- Visit the sacred Tooth Relic Temple in Kandy to take in the Buddhism culture
- Revel in the scenic coastal railway journey from Galle to Colombo
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Destinations
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Trip includes
- Entrance fees for the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary
- Flights: Delhi - Colombo (airport tax and fuel fee included)
- Trains: Coastal train from Galle to Colombo
- Accommodation with daily breakfast
- Private transfers and guides for sightseeing as listed in the itinerary
Itinerary
Overnight: Delhi
The representative will greet you and take you to your hotel. After assistance with check-in and a brief introduction about the following tours, the rest time of the day is for you to recover from jet lag.
Overnight: Delhi Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, visit Jama Masjid, the central mosque of Old Delhi during the Shah Jahan period, followed by Chandni Chowk. You will then pass by Red Fort when driving to Qutub Minar with each story marked by a projecting balco...
Overnight: Agra Meal: Breakfast
In the morning, set off to Agra by car (about 5 hours). After arrival, check into the hotel before enjoying a fascinating sunset at Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden).
Overnight: Agra Meal: Breakfast
This morning, you will be marveled at the grand Taj Mahal, an immense mausoleum of white marble built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife. It is also one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. In the afternoon, admire Agra Fort which is a beautiful example of Mughal design. End the tour at Itmad-ud-daulah (Baby Taj).
Overnight: Jaipur Meal: Breakfast
Start a morning drive to Jaipur (about 5 hours), Rajasthan's capital famous for its fascinating monuments and colorful markets. On the way, stop to explore a magnificent fortified ancient city, Fatehpur Sikri, also a fascinatin...
Overnight: Jaipur Meal: Breakfast
Start today's trip with Amber Fort which sits on a hill overlooking Maotha Lake. Take a jeep ride from the foot of the hill up to the entrance. The fort is known for its artistic Hindu-style elements that are evident around the...
Overnight: Negombo Meal: Breakfast
It takes about 4.5 hours to transfer to Delhi and then fly to Negombo, Sri Lanka. Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, your chauffeur guide will pick you up and take you to your hotel in Negombo, a traditional seaside town only 20 minutes away from the airport. The rest of the day is free for you.
Overnight: Sigiriya Meal: Breakfast
Enjoy the morning at leisure. You may want to wake up early to catch the lively scene of seafood conducting and trading at Negombo Fish Market. In the afternoon, drive inland for about 5 hours to Sigiriya.
Overnight: Sigiriya Meal: Breakfast
Today, explore Lion Rock (Rock Fortress) which has a really special shape, is nearly 200 meters high, and rises mysteriously from the jungle. It is a lovely place to imagine the past glory of the ancient kingdom. In the after...
Overnight: Kandy Meal: Breakfast
Head for Dambulla Cave Temple in the morning. A total number of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings, and four statues of gods and goddesses stand on the site. Leave for Kandy afterward. It is worth visiting a s...
Overnight: Kandy Meal: Breakfast
Pay an interesting visit to the Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya. Its highlights include a fine collection of orchids, a stately avenue of royal palms, the extraordinary, aptly named cannonball fruit tree, and 40m-high Burma bamboo. The afternoon is your leisure time.
Overnight: Galle Meal: Breakfast Set off to Galle by car (around 6 hours) after enjoying your breakfast. After arrival in Galle, hotel check-in and rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Galle Meal: Breakfast
The only attraction for today is the impressive Dutch Port, the best-preserved sea fort in South Asia. There is a saying that when it comes to the fortified town, nothing can compete with the Dutch Fort in Galle. Wander around the fort and enjoy the views before trying one of the local restaurants for dinner in the fort.
Overnight: Colombo Meal: Breakfast
Board a train at Galle Railway Station and travel northwards to Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. The coastal railway route is scenic so and enjoyable. You will have many opportunities to take photos during the 3-4 hours' jou...
Meal: Breakfast After breakfast, your guide will take you to explore Colombo's highlights: Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Galle Face Green, Colombo National Museum, and the former British Administrative Center, along the trip you can stop to take some pictures. In the late afternoon, leave for CMB airport to catch your departure flight.
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- Delhi: Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla or similar
- Agra: Radisson Hotel Agra or similar
- Jaipur: Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre or similar
- Negombo: Jetwing Sea or similar
- Sigiriya: Amaara Forest Sigiriya or similar
- Kandy: Radisson Hotel Kandy or similar
- Galle: Amari Galle or similar
- Colombo: Radisson Colombo Sri Lanka or similar
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