Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Colombo
You'll land at Colombo International Airport where your Holiday Lanka Tours driver will be waiting. The drive into the city takes about 40 minutes, giving you time to settle in and take in your first views of Sri Lanka's capital. Once you arrive, the afternoon is dedicated to exploring Colombo itself. The National Museum has a solid collection covering the country's history, and Gangarama Temple is right in the city center if you want to see some local religious architecture. You'll head to your hotel after these stops, so you can freshen up before dinner.
- Start point
- Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Bandaranaike International Airport)
Included Activities
- City tour of Colombo
- Visit to National Museum
- Visit to Gangarama Temple
Landmarks National Museum Gangarama Temple 
- Day 2
Colombo to Galle
After having breakfast, you'll head south toward Galle, which is roughly an hour and 40 minutes away. The route takes you through Bentota Beach first, where there's a Turtle Hatchery if you want to get up close with baby turtles and maybe even hold one. Once you reach Galle in the afternoon, the city tour includes Galle Fort (a historic coastal fortification), the National Maritime Museum, and the Lighthouse for some good views over the water. You'll return to your resort by evening after seeing these spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Bentota Beach
- Visit to Turtle Hatchery
- Hold a baby turtle
- City tour of Galle
- Visit to Galle Fort
- Visit to National Maritime Museum
- Visit to Lighthouse
Landmarks Bentota Beach Galle Fort National Maritime Museum Lighthouse 
- Day 3
Galle to Mirissa
Breakfast happens early, then you're heading to Mirissa, which is about an hour down the coast. On the way, you'll pass through Unawatuna Beach, a nice stop if you want to stretch your legs. Mirissa itself is a small beach town where whale watching is the main draw if conditions are right. The afternoon gives you time to walk around Mirissa Beach, take a swim, or just relax by the water. It's a low-key day focused on the coastal scenery and having some downtime.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Unawatuna Beach
Optional Activities
- Whale watching tours at Mirissa
Landmarks Unawatuna Beach Mirissa Beach 
- Day 4
Mirissa to Negombo
This day starts before sunrise with a whale watching tour right from Mirissa Beach, so bring binoculars and dress warmly for the early hours. After that, you'll make the longer drive back to Negombo, which takes about two hours and 50 minutes. Negombo is a traditional fishing village sitting just 10km from the international airport, so it's convenient for your departure. The afternoon city tour covers the busy fish markets where the daily catch comes in, some local shopping centers, and the Old Dutch Fort if you want to see colonial-era architecture. By evening, you'll have leisure time at the beach to wind down before your flight tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Whale watching tour at Mirissa Beach
- City tour of Negombo
- Visit to fish markets
- Visit to shopping centers
- Visit to Old Dutch Fort
- Beach leisure time
Landmarks Old Dutch Fort - Day 5
Departure from Negombo
After breakfast, your driver will take you to the airport with plenty of time before your connecting flight. This short transfer gives you a chance to reflect on the trip before heading home with your Sri Lankan memories.
- End point
- Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Bandaranaike International Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
