Itinerary
- Day 1
Colombo
You'll meet your Adventure Leader at the Colombo hostel first thing to drop off luggage and get a pre-departure briefing. In the evening, take a walking tour through the historic old town to see how Colombo's history and culture shaped the city into what it is today.
Included Activities
- Evening walking tour of the old town of Colombo
Optional Activities
- Extra night in Colombo - pre-tour (dorm room)
- Private Twin/Double Room Upgrade
- Private Single Room Upgrade
- Day 2
Kurunegala - Dambulla
Start at Negombo's fish market early to watch local fishermen and see the daily auction in action. After that, head to Kurunegala to check out The Sputnik Centre and their community programs, then continue on to Dambulla where you'll explore the ancient cave temple complex carved into the rock.
Included Activities
- Negombo fish market visit
- The Sputnik Centre visit in Kurunegala
- Dambulla Cave Complex
Landmarks/POIs Dambulla Cave Temple 
- Day 3
Sigiriya
Hike up Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former ancient capital, for panoramic views and to see the ruins at the top. The afternoon is yours to keep exploring or take an optional cycling trip to Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital with its own historical sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress hike
- Glass of arrack at your guesthouse
Optional Activities
- Cycling excursion to Polonnaruwa medieval capital
Landmarks/POIs Sigiriya Rock Fortress Polonnaruwa 
- Day 4
Kandy
Trek the Manigala Trail through the Knuckles Mountain Range's cloud forest, which looks like a clenched fist from above. You'll have a packed lunch with views during the hike, and afterward travel to Kandy where you'll have free time to walk around the hill capital and see both its historical and modern architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch with panoramic views)
Included Activities
- Hike along the scenic Manigala Trail in Knuckles Mountain Range
Landmarks/POIs Knuckles Mountain Range 
- Day 5
Kitulgala
There's an optional morning visit to the Temple of the Tooth, Sri Lanka's holiest temple just a short walk from your hostel. In the afternoon, you'll do white water rafting through the Kitulgala rainforest for some real adrenaline and excitement.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Temple of the Tooth (Dalada Maligawa)
- Sunset visit to Kandy Lake
- White Water rafting through Kitulgala rainforest
Landmarks/POIs Temple of the Tooth (Dalada Maligawa) Kandy Lake - Day 6
Ella
Take a scenic train ride through tea plantations and villages heading to Ella. Once there, hike to Adams Peak at sunrise passing through tea fields and landscapes to reach the summit with its panoramic views. Come evening, you'll have time to walk around charming Ella and check out its shops and restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train from Hatton to Ella
- Ella Rock hike at sunrise
- Visit Rawana Falls
Landmarks/POIs Adams Peak Ella Rock Rawana Falls - Day 7
Ella
Trek stages 15 and 16 of the Pekoe Trail starting from Makulella Buddhist temple with views of Ambagaswatte valley spread out below. You'll walk through eucalyptus forests, tea plantations, and jungle paths to reach Ella Rock, then descend into town. Later continue through Ella Forest Reserve past the Nine Arches Bridge to see the Demodara Railway Loop, with a free evening to explore Ella on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Packed breakfast)
Included Activities
- Hike along stages 15 and 16 of the Pekoe Trail
- Makulella Buddhist temple visit
- Nine Arches Bridge crossing
- Demodara Railway Loop visit
Landmarks/POIs Makulella Buddhist Temple Ella Rock Ella Forest Reserve Nine Arches Bridge Demodara Railway Loop 
- Day 8
Ella
Spend the morning in a hands-on cooking class with a local expert learning to make authentic Sri Lankan dishes using exotic spices and traditional methods. The afternoon is free to explore at your own pace, browse markets for souvenirs, or relax. There's also an optional yoga class if you want something more peaceful.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class
Optional Activities
- Optional yoga class
- Day 9
Udawalawe
Hike to Mini World at sunrise to see panoramic vistas and a dramatic 1192-meter drop. After cleaning up, travel to Udawalawe to visit Buduruvagala Ancient Temple with its 10th-century rock-carved Buddha statues. Your day finishes with a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park to spot wildlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Mini World's End at sunrise
- Buduruvagala Ancient Temple visit
- Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
Landmarks/POIs Mini World's End Buduruvagala Ancient Temple Udawalawe National Park - Day 10
Unawatuna
Learn about Sri Lanka's tea culture at Handunugoda Tea Estate by touring the factory and museum, then have freshly brewed tea. Continue down the scenic southern coast to Unawatuna, a beach destination. You'll spend the evening exploring this vibrant surf town and its atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Handunugoda Tea Estate visit and tea tasting
Landmarks/POIs Handunugoda Tea Estate 
- Day 11
Unawatuna
Relax on the beach before heading out for your surf lesson to catch some waves. In the afternoon, try your hand at traditional Sri Lankan mask painting and learn about the ancient beliefs and protective qualities these masks are said to have.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Surf lesson
Optional Activities
- Traditional Sri Lankan mask painting
- Day 12
Galle
Take a tuk-tuk to Galle to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Galle Fort City with its Portuguese 16th-century architecture, ramparts, lighthouse, and clock tower. Walk through buildings that are now restaurants and boutiques, then watch the sunset from the fort's ramparts.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tuk-tuk ride to Galle
- Galle Fort City UNESCO site visit
Landmarks/POIs Galle Fort City - Day 13
Colombo
Your Sri Lanka tour wraps up as you journey back to Colombo. Along the way, stop at a temple to meet a Buddhist priest and participate in a traditional pooja blessing ritual. Say goodbye to your travel friends as the tour ends once you arrive in Colombo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Temple visit to meet a Buddhist priest and participate in a pooja (blessing ritual)
Optional Activities
- Extra night in Colombo - post-tour (dorm room)
