Kandy
Central Kandy is one of Sri Lanka’s most significant religious sites, being home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic – a tooth from Buddha himself.
The golden-roofed temple is actually part of the Royal Palace complex, which includes several museums and temples. Look out for the annual perahera festival, when the tooth is paraded around the city by 65 decorated elephants.
Sri Lanka undiscovered
An essential guide to seeing Sri Lanka's non-touristy side
From ancient ruins to a vibrant and welcoming contemporary culture; from lazy afternoons on glorious beaches, to hikes through the rolling hills of tea country and wild elephant spotting in untouched national parks; Sri Lanka is a destination that truly has it all. Despite having its hard-won stability rocked by occasional political disputes, Sri Lanka's tourism infrastructure is developing in leaps and bounds. Hospitality is warm and abundant, transport is convenient, and accommodation – particularly in the independent boutique sector – is world-class...read more
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Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle and Maldives beaches
Luxury Sri Lanka and Maldives adventure
Kandy Tours
Highlights of Sri Lanka Luxury Tour
14 day luxury tour visiting the highlights of Sri Lanka
14 daysFrom £3,175| Yala National Park, Kandy, Minneriya National Park | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual, History |
Off the Beaten Track Sri Lanka Tour
17 day tour exploring the Sri Lankan outskirts
daysFrom $3,275| Kandy, Gal Oya National Park, Anuradhapura, Ella | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Kayaking, Active, Walking, Cycling, Culinary, Food |
Sri Lankan Family Summer Holiday
16 day family friendly tour across Sri Lanka
16 daysFrom £2,180| Colombo, Kandy, Wilpattu National Park, Dambulla, Minneriya National Park, Negombo, Sigiriya | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Beach, Family, Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks |
Sri Lanka Ultimate Honeymoon
15 day Sri Lankan luxury honeymoon tour
15 daysFrom £4,335| Yala National Park, Kandy, Minneriya National Park | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Culinary, Food |
Family Summer Holiday Sri Lanka Tour
14 day family friendly summer holiday tour in Sri Lanka
14 daysFrom £2,900| Tangalle, Kandy, Gal Oya National Park, Arugam Bay | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Beach, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual, Indigenous Tourism |
Treasure Island
23 day Sri Lanka luxury tour
23 daysFrom £4,200| Yala National Park, Kandy, Anuradhapura | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Cities, History, Culinary, Food |
Kandy Travel Companies
Yonder
Tailor-made luxury holidays to Asia
| South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Safari, Luxury, Beach, Family, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual |
Experience Travel Group
Immersive Holidays That Give Back
| Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary |
Bespoke India Travel
Making India incredible!
| South Asia | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Festivals, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
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