If India and Sri Lanka are close sisters in the family of South Asia, India could be the graceful elder sister and Sri Lanka could be the lovely little one. From the magnificent ancient forts to the colonial-style churches, from Hinduism to Buddhism, and from Bengal tigers to Asian elephants, this 17-day tour including India and Sri Lanka will take you to the discover the most splendid history, to experience the most colorful culture, to enjoy the most idyllic countryside, to track the most lovely animals, and to meet the most sincere smiles.
This tour is an ideal choice for families visiting India and Sri Lanka for the first time. The itinerary is customizable to align with your interests and schedule.
Suggested Route for a India and Sri Lanka Tour
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Very great experience our driver D was…
Very great experience our driver D was never late and always had waters and a cold towel for us and our tour guide Som was very informative and had amazing English I recommend them both highly for anyone else traveling More
Rylan Coache, Feb 2024
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Excellent guide in Siem Reap
Our recent time spent in Siem Reap was made even more memorable by our expert guide, Som Piseth. Som was knowledgeable, attentive, flexible and super helpful - we learnt so much about Siem Reap and Cambodia in our 3 days with him. His English was excellent and his knowledge of, and pride in, his country was outstanding. We would highly recommend Som for anyone wanting an excellent guide in Siem Reap! More
Sharon Townshend, Feb 2024
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Asia Highlights trip to Thailand
Our first tour guide in Bangkok, Marie, was great to tour around with. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke wonderful English. Our next stop in Chang Mai we were greeted by our new tour guide, Rafael. He too was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke wonderful English. He made it feel as if we were traveling around with a long time friend. Every time we arrived at a new destination, we were greeted at the airport by someone with a sign with our name making our travels easy. I would definitely recommend Asia Highlights to anyone looking for a well planned trip of a lifetime! More
Tricia, Feb 2024
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Amazing Thailand experience
The tour guides were all knowledgeable and accommodating, especially Mayuree in Bangkok- absolutely wonderful. We felt taken care of and every step of the way was catered to our needs. More
Ashley White, Feb 2024
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Private tour perfect for our times
Asia highlights organized a private tour with our requests. Everything was perfect ?? the driver Tom and the guide Ying were always on time with a smile in their face. Always willing to help and make our trip perfect. Bangkok is a very hot city so we minimized the time outside. The driver always had cold towels for us in the van and cold beverages. More
Virginia, Feb 2024
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Thailand
We loved Chiang Mai and Susie did a great job showing us several temples, taking many pictures of us with the elephants at the sanctuary (a definite highlight of the entire trip!), and making sure we were well fed, which became a running joke between us.We had a very relaxing few days in Phuket enjoying the beautiful beaches. Kai was great, answering all of our questions and giving us a nice tour of the old town. The all-day speedboat tour of the Phi Phi islands started off a little shaky as the sea was quite rough so if you’re at all uncomfortable bouncing around in a speedboat, you might want to skip that tour. Things did calm down as the day went on and some of the areas they took us to for swimming, snorkeling, etc were really beautiful. A couple of the islands were too crowded with people. More
Andrea Roberts, Feb 2024
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What a Wonderful Trip
What a Wonderful Trip! We booked with Sharon and our trip was great - guides were waiting for us at each stop, and they were all very nice and helpful. I cannot stress how amazing the guides were - they made the trip. More
Rachel, Feb 2024
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Ask for Victor!
If you are traveling to Bangkhok you need to request Victor. He made our trip amazing! My family completed bucket list items with his guidance. He knew exactly how to get us places, kept us on time, made us feel safe, educated us on history, spoke excellent English and was genuinely a nice man! Everyone we encountered was awesome- but Victor is the reason for my 5 star review! More
Sandy, Jan 2024
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Thank you Alisa for helping us plan a…
Thank you Alisa for helping us plan a wonderful trip to Thailand. We had a great time. The tour guides were wonderful as were the hotels you booked for us. We will definitely contact you to plan our next trip More
Carol Yeung, Jan 2024
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Ying was the best
Ying was the best. She was really knowledgeable and kind. Thank you Ying for wonderful experience in Thailand! More
Sylvester Yeung, Jan 2024
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Very well organized
Very well organized. Our tour guide, Ying, was amazing! She had full knowledge of every location we visited and made sure our itinerary was fulfilled as expected. She was extremely helpful for our airport experiences, and made sure we arrived at an appropriate time. More
David M. Kang, Jan 2024
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Family trip to Thailand
We were lucky to be greeted by Marie and her driver.In Marie, we have made a friend for life. She is incredibly smart and knowledgeable about her home country. From the vast number of temples to safely traversing Chinatown.She helped give us tips on our free days, locate left behind lost clothing and arrange for pickup. She even helped check us in for our flight to Chiang Mai.She prepared us ahead of time for every event we had scheduled and bonded with our kids, 3x 13 year olds. More
Justin Levenbrook, Jan 2024
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Thailand with and amazing tour guide Ying
I highly recommend Ying as a tour guide in Thailand. Her expertise in Thai culture, combined with her passion for food and genuine love for her country, made the tour an exceptional experience. If you're looking for a guide who will not only show you the sights but also immerse you in the local culture and help you discover delicious Thai cuisine, Ying is the perfect choice. More
Diana Irizarry, Jan 2024
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Asia Highlights Thailand trip
Asia Highlights provided us with a great travel trip. They made it very easy to navigate through Thailand with everything going very smoothly. From the easy transportation to the great day itinerary everything was awesome. Will definitely look to use this agency again in the future. More
Taylor Jones, Jan 2024
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Perfect 2 WK Thailand Trip for a Solo Female Traveler
Bank was our guide in Bangkok and he showed us around the city with ease and we were able to see and try things I never would have planned on my own. After Bangkok, our small group flew to Chiang Mai for Yi Peng lantern festival and that was a breathtaking experience that I will never forget! Pop was our guide in this city and she was knowledgeable, kind and caring which made our experience even more memorable. More
Tia, Dec 2023
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We recently have just returned from Thailand
We recently have just returned one from a 5 week trip to Thailand through Asia Highlights. We had a wonderful time and Asia Highlights went beyond our expectations. They truly tried their best to make sure everything went smoothly and we were taken care of! Everyone was amazing and we would definitely use them in the future!! Many thanks to everyone that helped to make this an incredible once in a lifetime experience!! More
Karen Rocque, Dec 2023
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Indochina Experience
On our 5th day of our trip with Asiahighlights. We felt well taken care of before and it hasn’t changed since we started from Bangkok to Hanoi (guide Kim was verrry knowledgeable!) to Halong Bay (spectacular scenery) to Hoi An (guide Nhieu Tran, giving great local (shopping) tips and insights). More
Stefan Eisenhut, Dec 2023
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Accommodations by Asia highlights have
Accommodations by Asia highlights have been terrific so far. The Khmer Residence in Siem Reap as well as Eastin Grand hotel in Bangkok. Both had excellent pools and breakfasts.Tours in Siem Reap were particularly well given with an amazing mix of culture, history and humor throughout (Mr Poly). Tours in Bangkok by Mr Banks were informative and well organized with samples of Thai fruit and treats throughout. More
Chris Williams, Nov 2023
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Seeing Bangkok with ease
In Bangkok, our tour guide, Ying, was wonderful. She navigated all the sights with ease, gave us interesting tidbits on Thai culture and history, helped us pick the right food at all the restaurants, and was just a pleasure to be around. We had a great time, and it was so nice to not have to worry about any of the details. More
Diane Elkins, Nov 2023
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Thailand- October 2023!
The team in Thailand was also great. Shout out to our tour guides (Monchai in Bangkok, Indy in Chang Mai and Sonia in Phuket) they were the best!! It was 6 of us and they make us all feel right at home! Kudos! More
Mori P, Nov 2023
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Tour Highlights
Here are the awesome attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Asia Highlights (AH Hand-Picked), and exclusive cultural experiences offered by Asia Highlights (Only With AH) included in this tour:
Witness a wonder of the ancient world, the Taj Mahal, and feel the true love that sparked its creation.
Break away from the typical tourist routine; visit an Agra village and be touched by the lovely smiles of locals.
Catch a glimpse of the "big cats " in the wild via a jeep safari
Discover a hidden fort in the jungle on a thrilling jeep adventure
Explore Jaipur to experience the colorful culture of the 'Land of the Kings', Rajasthan.
Celebrate a milestone with a special dinner at Amber Fort.
Enjoy a boat ride on the Dutch Canal, observing local life and coastal scenery.
Skip the touristy camp. Touch an adorable baby elephant at the Elephant Transit Home.
Discover the process of creating fragrant Ceylon black tea in a renowned tea factory.
Experience the toy train of Sri Lanka to enjoy fantastic views of the tea plantations.
Explore the lovely town of Galle to discover the modern history of Sri Lanka.
Relax at Cinnimon Bentota Beach at the end, savoring the Indian Ocean breeze and fresh fruit juice.
Suggested Itinerary for Inspiration
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Welcome to India. Your guide and driver will meet you at the airport and then escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day will be your free time.
- Start your Delhi tour with the sacred Jama Masjid, which is the biggest mosque in India and a combination of the Islamic and Indian cultures.
- Travel around Chandni Chowk by rickshaw to get a glimpse of the local people's lifestyle in Old Delhi.
- In the afternoon, continue your visit to Qutub Minar and Humayun's tomb. Listen to stories about the splendid dynasties that were created by Indian Muslims.
- Driven to Agra, the erstwhile capital of the Mughal Empire, in the morning.
- Explore a village near Taj Mahal. Get close to the daily life of the ordinary Indian.
- Then you will visit Mehtab Bagh for a sunset view of the Taj Mahal.
- Witness the Taj Mahal in the morning. The closer you walk to this ivory-white marble mausoleum, the more moved you will be by the spectacular architecture and the true love that sparked its creation.
- Get dressed in traditional Indian attire and have a memorable picture in front of this wonder of the world.
- Visit the magnificent Agra Fort, which is located on the Yamuna River. The sunlight in the afternoon makes the red color of the sandstone fort appear to be very bright, just like the glory of the Mughal Empire.
- Dont forget to view the Taj Mahal in the distance in Khas Mahal, feeling the loneliness of Shah Jahan and his missing for his loved one.
- You will be driven from Agra to Ranthambore in the morning.
- Enjoy a private jeep ride to discover a hidden fort in the jungle. You might encounter some monkeys or other lovely animals
- Get up early for the jeep safari in Ranthambore National Park. Go back to your hotel for breakfast then spend the rest of the morning at your leisure, enjoying the various facilities available at your hotel or explore around by yourself.
- Late in the afternoon, you will have another jeep safari in the jungle.
- Drive from Ranthambore to Jaipur in the morning.
- Take a tuk tuk to a local bazaar. Experience the local people's lifestyle and also enjoy some souvenir shopping.
- Stop at the Hawa Mahal on the way back. Take some great pictures of this landmark of the 'Pink City',
- Start your 'Pink City' exploration with the charming Amber Fort. Step back in time to the great dynasty.
- Continue your visit to Jaipur's City Palace. The abundant exhibits will highlight what life was like for the maharajas of Jaipur.
- In the afternoon, Then visit the Jantar Mantar. Be impressed by the wisdom of the ancient Indians.
- Have a special dinner in Amber Fort, which will bring you into an exotic fairy tale.
Fly from Jaipur to Colombo with a layover in Bangalore. When you arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, your English-speaking chauffeur guide will meet you in the arrivals hall. You will be driven to Negombo to check in to your hotel.
- Enjoy a boat ride on the Dutch Canal to explore this coastal town. Observe local life – villagers fishing, children swimming, and women washing clothes on the riverbanks.
- Drive from Negombo to Kandy in the afternoon.
- Start the day with a visit tothe National Museum of Kandy. Appreciate some relics dating back to the British colonial era. The museum building itself used to be the residence of the royal families and its architectural features show the aesthetic values of the ancient Kandyan Kingdom.
- Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This extensive temple complex was built to house the tooth relic of the Lord Buddha.
- Have a relaxing walk around Kandy Lake and then walk into the Royal Palace of Kandy
- Enjoy the fresh air in the Royal Botanical Gardens. The area was built when King Vickramabahu III ascended the throne in 1371. The garden is divided into different themed sections, and you will visit the Orchid House, Palm Avenue, and the Spice Garden.
- Drive from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya in the afternoon.
- Visit a tea plantation in the morning. Explore the tea making process from plucking to packaging, enjoy tea tasting sessions, and experience the breathtaking views of the surrounding plantations.
- Take a toy train ride to Ella in the afternoon. Enjoy the landscapes that change dramatically from plains to mountains laced with tea plantations, forests swaying in the breeze, and waterfalls making loud sounds, as well as seeing the lovely local people.
- Drive from Udawalawe National Park from Ella (2-hour drive).
- Have a jeep safari in the early morning. Recommended by the Lonely Planet, Udawalawe National Park is famous for Asian elephants, peacocks, crocodiles, buffalos, monkeys, and birds.
- Visit the Elephant Transit Home. Observe the elephants, particularly during designated feeding times, and learn about elephant conservation.
- Enjoy another jeep safari in the late afternoon.
- Head for Galle in the morning. Explore the old town of Galle to understand the modern history of Sri Lanka. The town itself is small and easy to get around; however, an insightful tour guide will shed an interesting light on every historical building you visit.
- Slow your pace and discover Galle Dutch Fort, the Dutch Reformed Church, Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Art Museum, and Community Tsunami Museum, walking you into the old days of Galle.
- Continue to Bentota after the tour in Galle.
Enjoy a free day in Bentota. You can arrange some water sports or swim in the nice pool of the hotel or have a relaxing walk on the beach.
Drive from Bentota to Colombo and then catch your flight home or to your next destination.
Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours
Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.
Heena Painting on Hands and Feet
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Cooking Class in Jaipur
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An Extension to Yala National Park
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Have a Boats Ride to See the Whales
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Stay in a Jungle Hut near Yala National Park
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Hand-Picked Hotels
We select hotels with style and local features. Let us know your preferences and we'll find your ideal hotel.
A morden hotel in the city center of New Delhi
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Heritage hotel with a great ambience in Jaipur
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Hotel with a nice garden and a outdoor pool in Agra
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Hotel with a lake and close to the beach in Bentota
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Hotel close to the nature in Kandy
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Our Service Includes:
- Private veichle with drivers and English-speaking tour guide in India.
- Private veichle with English-speaking chauffeur guide in Sri Lanka.
- All guided sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
- 4-star accommodations for 16 nights
- Flights and private transfers between cities mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Governmental taxes
Tour code: ah-in-88
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moreFrom the time we landed in Beijing until we left, we were well taken care of. My wife and I had Lily Liu as our guide and she was amazing. From arranging visits to all the different sights, to teaching us the history, it was fantastic.
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