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Cultural Experiences

Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)

Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)

Sri Lanka's holiest mountain. An exhausting yet invigorating and magical climb above the clouds

A Day On The East Coast

A Day On The East Coast

An introduction to the daily lives of the people in Batticaloa and the surrounding region.

Anuradhapura Ancient City

Anuradhapura Ancient City

The ancient city of Anuradhapura points to a civilisation of great sophistication over 2000 years old.

Arankelle Forest Monastery

Arankelle Forest Monastery

Ancient monastic ruins hidden away in the forest just north of Kurunegala.

Aukana Standing Buddha

Aukana Standing Buddha

Visit the 12 m high standing Buddha as the sun rises to see it glow.

Beruwela Fish Harbour

Beruwela Fish Harbour

Explore the bustling, fascinating harbour in the earl morning to see the nights catch being brought to shore.

Buduruwagala

Buduruwagala

Ancient rock carvings deep in the dry jungle west of Wellawaya.

Climbing Sigiriya and Cycling Tour

Climbing Sigiriya and Cycling Tour

Conquer the mighty rock fortress and cycle through its shadow

Colombo City Walk

Colombo City Walk

Spend a few hours exploring Colombo's architecture, hidden gems and colonial history with local expert Mark Forbes.

Colombo Food Coma

Colombo Food Coma

Sample the best food Colombo has to offer from award-winning curries to sweet Tamil desserts with the help of a local expert.

Contrasts of Kandy

Contrasts of Kandy

Explore the rich history of Kandy, including the Royal Botanical Garden and Queen's Hotel.

Culinary Heritage

Culinary Heritage

A journey through the region's culinary culture and age-old traditions.

Dambulla Cave Temples

Dambulla Cave Temples

Beautiful and decorative cave temples hidden into rocks and ccaves at Dambulla

Delgaldoruwa Temple

Delgaldoruwa Temple

Quaint yet beautiful temple on the outskirts of Kandy, famous for its Kandyan era frescoes.

Dilmah High Tea Experience

Dilmah High Tea Experience

Explore the fantastic Dilmah Tea Factory in Colombo and sample Gourmet High Tea.

Essence of Galle

Essence of Galle

One of our selection of unique signature tours, exclusively designed for Experience Travel Group clients.

Galle Fort

Galle Fort

Explore Galle's beautifully preserved fortified city

Galmaduwa Viharaya

Galmaduwa Viharaya

Stunning architecture just outside of Kandy.

Hospitality in the Hills

Hospitality in the Hills

Enjoy a delicious lunch and contribute to life-changing opportunities for young Sri Lankans.

Hundungoda Tea Estate

Hundungoda Tea Estate

A family run high end working tea estate on the south coast of Sri Lanka.

Jaffna Peninsula Day Tour

Jaffna Peninsula Day Tour

The sites of Jaffna Peninsula

Jaffna Town Day Tour

Jaffna Town Day Tour

Explore Jaffna Town - from the forgotten corners and war damaged architecture to the magnificent Nallur Temple.

Lunuganga and Brief Gardens

Lunuganga and Brief Gardens

Experience the fascinating world of Geoffrey Bawa on a tour of his country estate

Maligawila Standing Buddha

Maligawila Standing Buddha

Sri Lanka's largest standing Buddha, hidden within the jungle of the lower hills.

Panduwasnuwara

Panduwasnuwara

12th Century ruins of the capital city of Parakrambahu just west of Kurunegala.

Pilikuthtuwa Cave and Forest Temples

Pilikuthtuwa Cave and Forest Temples

Explore centuries-old caves once used by Buddhist monks as shelter from the monsoons.

Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

Sri Lanka's third ancient captal, home to some of the finest stone carvings and monuments

Polonnaruwa Cycling Tour

Polonnaruwa Cycling Tour

Cycle around the relatively compact and well preserved ruins of Sri Lanka's second great historical capital.

Resvehera Monastery

Resvehera Monastery

Ancient monastic complex hidden away in the heart of elephant country.

Ritigala Rock Monastery

Ritigala Rock Monastery

Explore the ancient monastic ruins at Ritigala.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

One of the unofficial wonders of the world - a spectacular, must-visit ancient site full of mystery and intrigue

Tantirimalee Monastery

Tantirimalee Monastery

Stunning scenery, culture and some of the world's oldest rock paintings.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth

Temple of the Sacred Tooth

Former royal palace turned temple - home to Sri Lanka's most sacred religious relic

Train through the hill country

Train through the hill country

One of Asia's great train journeys, with spectacular views from start to finish.

Twilight Farm Walk

Twilight Farm Walk

A rural twilight walk through lush countryside and friendly communities.

Vibrant Rhythms

Vibrant Rhythms

Visit a village renowned for traditional Kanydan drum-making, and learn the significance of the practice and the instruments.

Walking with the Chief Veddha at Gal Oya Lodge

Walking with the Chief Veddha at Gal Oya Lodge

Yapahuwa Citadel

Yapahuwa Citadel

One of Sri Lanka's ancient cities, Yapahuwa once housed the sacred tooth relic.

Yudaganawa Stupa

Yudaganawa Stupa

Thrice attempted yet unfinished giant stupa close to Wellawaya.


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