Delhi to Colombo - 15 days

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Combine the incredible sites of India's Golden Triangle with Sri Lanka's ancient ruins, verdant jungles, cool mountains and amazing wildlife. Explore the legendary Taj Mahal and pink city of Jaipur, Dambulla's rock temple, sip pure Ceylon tea and discover the bustling city of Colombo.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Agra – Enjoy a guided tour of striking Agra Fort and India’s most recognisable site - the legendary Taj Mahal
    • Sigiriya – Explore the UNESCO-listed rock fortress, which is more than 1,500 years old
    • Delhi – See the highlights of India’s capital including Jama Masjid and the Rajpath, and enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk bazaar
    • Udawalawe National Park – Look out for elephants and leopards on a game drive in the biodiverse reserve
    • Colombo – Take a tour of Sri Lanka’s largest city and see the beautiful Gangaramaya Temple
    • Dambulla – Marvel at the impressive Cave Temple, the largest temple complex in Sri Lanka
    • Polonnaruwa – Discover the impressive temple of Gal Vihara and the 12th century Royal Palace
    • Nuwara Eliya – Pass through sprawling tea plantations as we take a scenic train ride to ‘Little England’
    • Jaipur – Visit the highlights of the Pink City including Amber Fort and the Jantar Mantar Space Observatory
    • Kandy – Ride on a tuk-tuk in the countryside and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour including the famous Temple of the Tooth

What's this trip about?

    Combine the incredible sites of India's Golden Triangle with Sri Lanka's ancient ruins, verdant jungles, cool mountains and amazing wildlife. Explore the legendary Taj Mahal and pink city of Jaipur, Dambulla's rock temple, sip pure Ceylon tea and discover the bustling city of Colombo.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDelhi
End CityColombo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Attractions

  • Agra
  • Colombo
  • Delhi
  • Jaipur
  • Kandy
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • Polonnaruwa
  • Sigiriya
  • Sigiriya

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 24

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

Trip includes

    • Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
    • 14 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels
    • Guided sightseeing - Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Karauli or Dholpur, Colombo, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Udawalawe NP
    • Scenic train trip journey Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, canoe and tuk tuk trips
    • Rickshaw ride in Delhi and travel by jeep to stunning Amber Fort in Jaipur
    • Jeep safari game drive in Udawalawe National park
    • Escorted by an English-speaking Indian and Sri Lankan tour guide (for groups of 6 or more)
    • Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites
    • Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 15 (For departures in 2024 a departure airport transfer is provided on day 8 in Delhi)
    • All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Delhi

Saturday. Namaste! Welcome to Delhi. On arrival at the airport you’ll be transferred to our hotel to spend the rest of today at leisure. This evening meet the guide and rest of the group at the hotel lobby at 18:00 for a welcome meeting. For those able to arrive v...

Day : 2 Old Delhi

Delhi - Agra. This morning we enjoy a packed day of sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. Check out the UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb and Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque. Visit the iconic Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and its community kitchen feeding ...

Day : 3 Agra

This morning, we'll visit the legendary Taj Mahal, India's most renowned monument. Constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his beloved wife, this iconic white marble mausoleum is an unparalleled symbol of love and devotion, standing as on...

Day : 4 Karauli

Agra - Karauli/Dholpur. This morning we journey to either Karauli or Dholpur stopping for lunch en route. In Karauli, we will stay in the beautiful Palace Bhanwar Vilas. An eclectic melding of both Oriental and Art Deco architecture, the heritage-listed hotel was ...

Day : 5 Jaipur

Karauli/Dholpur - Jaipur. This morning we hit the road towards the vibrant UNESCO listed Pink City of Jaipur. On arrival, we will spend the afternoon on a tour of the illustrious City Palace and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Space Observatory, which features 19 separate astrological instruments.

Day : 6 Jaipur

Jaipur. Enjoy an unforgettable experience early this morning with an optional balloon ride over Jaipur. Sail with the wind over the surrounding region and pass above hill-top forts and regal palaces. Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort for a guided tour and visit a...

Day : 7 Delhi

Jaipur - Delhi. This morning we return to Delhi where the rest of the day is free to relax in the hotel or explore. Perhaps visit the impressive Red Fort and see its famous Sound and Light Show after dark.

Day : 8 Colombo

Delhi - Colombo. We say goodbye to India today. Make your own way to the airport for your onward flight. On arrival you’ll be transferred to our hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Please note: The flight from Delhi - Colombo is not included in the cost...

Day : 9 Sigiriya

Colombo - Dambulla - Sigiriya. Visit a local market in Naramwela this morning and continue to the Dambulla Rock Temple, the largest and best-preserved temple complex in Sri Lanka. There are hundreds of paintings and statues of Buddha spread over the five impressive ca...

Day : 10 Polonnaruwa

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Kandy. Our first stop today is the ancient UNESCO-listed city of Polonnaruwa. See the 12th century Royal Palace and the famous rock cut temple of Gal Vihara. Admire the four giant rock carvings of Buddha in different positions - sitting, stand...

Day : 11 Kandy

Explore Kandy today with a guided sightseeing tour and take in highlights including the Temple of the Tooth - allegedly home to the relic of the tooth of Buddha. The tooth was historically important in local politics in Sri Lanka, as whoever held the relic oversaw the...

Day : 12 Nuwara Eliya

Kandy - Nuwara Eliya. There is free time this morning to relax before we embark on a scenic train journey to Nuwara Eliya. The train winds along mountain passes and from lush jungle to sprawling tea plantations. Pass waterfalls and see beautiful suspension bridges bef...

Day : 13 Udawalawe National Park

Nuwara Eliya - Udawalawe National Park. Leaving Nuwara Eliya today, we travel to Udawalawe National Park and join a wildlife game drive this afternoon. The park is largely made up of grassland plains and you have a good chance of spotting rare species including elephants, leopards and the elusive Sri Lankan Sloth Bear.

Day : 14 Colombo

Udawalawe National Park - Colombo. This morning we visit the Gem Mine and Museum at Ratnapura on our way back to Colombo. Sri Lanka is famous for its gem industry and is home to 40 out of the 85 types of gems in the world. We then enjoy a guided tour of Colombo and di...

Day : 15 Colombo

Saturday. Our tour comes to an end today with an included departure transfer to the airport.

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All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Feb 2019

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The tour through part of North India was definitely eye-opening, even for a long term traveler like myself

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Dec 2018

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The whole 2 country trip was amazing

Yusuf’s passion for India rubbed off on us all. India has its issues, poverty and rubbish, but we were able to see beyond that. The trip was well planned with a good...

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Sep 2014

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flight from Delhi to Colombo
    • International flights and visas
    • Tip for your tour guide in India and Sri Lanka. We recommend you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guides is an entirely personal gesture
    • Entrance Fees: USD$75-85pp, paid in INR in India & USD$150-$170pp, paid in USD in Sri Lanka

Accommodation

3 - 4 star & heritage hotels
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
15 + if accompanied by an adult.
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