Itinerary
- Day 1
Colombo to Negombo
Your tour leader meets you at Colombo airport and drives you to Negombo, about 20 minutes away. If you arrive early, there's time to relax by the hotel's beach and pool. Later in the evening, you'll take a walk along the shoreline and catch the sunset.
- Start point
- Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport)
Included Activities
- Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel
Optional Activities
- Negombo Lagoon boat tour (if time permits based on arrival time) - view mangroves, birdlife, and local fishermen
Landmarks Negombo Lagoon Negombo Beach - Day 2
Negombo to Dambulla/Sigiriya
After breakfast, you'll head through the Sri Lankan countryside toward Dambulla. At the Millennium Elephant Foundation, you'll get to walk with and feed elephants. The cultural village tour includes local traditions, a bullock cart ride, a canoe ride, and a traditional lunch. That afternoon, you'll climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a 200-meter summit with ancient frescoes and panoramic views from the top.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Accompanied by Sri Lankan tea or coffee), Lunch (Traditional lunch served on lotus leaves at farmer's house during Cultural Village Tour), Dinner
Included Activities
- Millennium Elephant Foundation guided walks and feeding experiences
- Cultural Village Tour including bullock cart ride and canoe ride on scenic lake
- Traditional lunch on lotus leaves at farmer's house
- Local curry cooking demonstration
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb with ancient frescoes and royal palace ruins
Landmarks Millennium Elephant Foundation Sigiriya Rock Fortress - Day 3
Dambulla/Sigiriya to Trincomalee
Following breakfast, you're driving toward Trincomalee with a stop at the ancient Ritigala Monastery, a secluded site in lush forests that's good for meditation. Once in Trincomalee, you'll visit the Hot Water Wells to check out the natural hot springs known for healing properties. The day ends with you relaxing on Trincomalee's sandy beaches with turquoise waters and sunset views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ritigala Monastery visit
- Hot Water Wells visit
- Beach relaxation at Trincomalee
Landmarks Ritigala Monastery Hot Water Wells Trincomalee Beach - Day 4
Trincomalee to Pasikuda
After breakfast, you'll head to Pasikuda with optional snorkeling at Pigeon Island or Coral Island, where you can see vibrant coral reefs and different kinds of marine life at Nilaveli Beach. You'll visit Koneswaram Temple, which sits on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean. The afternoon is spent unwinding on Pasikuda Beach, known for its shallow, calm waters that are perfect for swimming or walking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Koneswaram Temple visit
- Beach relaxation at Pasikuda
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling at Pigeon Island or Coral Island for vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life
Landmarks Pigeon Island Coral Island Nilaveli Beach Koneswaram Temple Pasikuda Beach - Day 5
Pasikuda
This day is yours to relax on Pasikuda's shoreline. You can spend it however you like, whether lounging on the beach, trying local food, or participating in optional water sports.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Beach relaxation at Pasikuda
Optional Activities
- Water sports activities
- Local dining experiences
Landmarks Pasikuda Beach - Day 6
Pasikuda to Dambulla
After breakfast, you'll drive to Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to see remnants of Sri Lanka's ancient kingdom. You'll check out the Royal Palace, Buddha statues at Gal Vihara, and the Vatadage with its ancient Sinhalese artistry. In the afternoon, you'll go on a 4x4 jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to see wildlife and seasonal elephant gatherings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Polonnaruwa Ancient City bicycle tour and hire
- 4x4 Jeep Safari in Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park
Landmarks Polonnaruwa Ancient City Gal Vihara Vatadage Minneriya National Park Kaudulla National Park - Day 7
Dambulla to Kandy
After breakfast, you'll visit the Royal Cave Temple in Dambulla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with hundreds of Buddha statues and religious frescoes carved into rock walls. From there, you head to Matale to learn about Sri Lanka's herbal plants and their healing properties. Once in Kandy, you'll visit the Temple of Tooth Relic, a major Buddhist temple housing a sacred tooth relic of Buddha. Later that evening, there's a cultural dance show featuring traditional Kandyan dances, drumming, and fire-walking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Royal Cave Temple Dambulla visit
- Matale Herbal Garden visit with demonstrations
- Temple of Tooth Relic visit
- Cultural Dance Show with traditional Kandyan dances and fire-walking
Landmarks Royal Cave Temple Dambulla Matale Herbal Garden Temple of Tooth Relic - Day 8
Kandy to Kitulgala
After breakfast, you'll visit the Gem Museum to learn about Sri Lanka's gem heritage including sapphires and rubies, gem mining, and jewelry craftsmanship. Then you'll spend time at the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden, one of Asia's largest with over 4,000 plant species including orchids and spices. In the afternoon, you'll drive to Kitulgala for white-water rafting on the Kelani River with Class II and III rapids through scenic landscapes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gem Museum visit
- Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden exploration
- White-water rafting on Kelani River
Landmarks Gem Museum Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden - Day 9
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, you're heading toward Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka's tea region known as 'Little England,' passing through lush mountains and valleys with scenic viewpoints and waterfalls. You'll stop at a local tea plantation and factory to see how Ceylon tea is made, learn traditional tea-making methods, and sample different teas while looking out at rolling green landscapes. That afternoon, you'll walk through Nuwara Eliya's city center and the fruit and vegetable market.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic viewpoints and waterfalls en route
- Ceylon Tea Plantation and Factory visit with tea tasting
- Nuwara Eliya city center walking tour
- Fruit and vegetable market exploration
Landmarks Tea Plantations Nuwara Eliya City Center - Day 10
Nuwara Eliya to Ella
After breakfast, you'll take one of the most scenic train rides from Nanu-Oya station to Ella village. The journey goes through misty hills, tea plantations, and forests with views of valleys, waterfalls, and small villages. Once in Ella, you'll see the famous Nine Arch Bridge, a colonial-era structure set in lush greenery where you can watch trains pass and enjoy hiking paths.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Stunning train ride from Nanu-Oya to Ella through mountains
- Nine Arch Bridge visit
Landmarks Nine Arch Bridge - Day 11
Ella to Yala
On your way to Yala National Park, you'll visit Ravana Waterfall near Ella, a popular photo stop. In the evening, you'll take a 4x4 jeep safari through Yala National Park, where you might see leopards, elephants, spotted deer, and exotic birds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ravana Waterfall visit
- 4x4 Jeep Safari in Yala National Park
Landmarks Ravana Waterfall Yala National Park - Day 12
Yala to Weligama/Mirissa
On the way to the beaches of Weligama or Mirissa, you'll stop at the Hummanaya natural Blow Hole, a unique geological site that shoots dramatic waterspouts during high tide. After arriving at your hotel, you can grab a towel and relax on the beach while enjoying a cocktail or beer under a palm tree.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hummanaya Blow Hole visit
- Beach relaxation at Weligama/Mirissa
Landmarks Hummanaya Blow Hole Weligama Beach Mirissa Beach - Day 13
Weligama/Mirissa to Bentota
After breakfast, you'll head to Galle and walk through the 16th-century Galle Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site with Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, cafes, and art galleries. You'll visit the Turtle Hatchery Center to see sea turtles at different development stages and learn about conservation efforts. Then you'll take a relaxing boat ride through the Madu River past mangroves and small islands where you can see birds and monitor lizards. That evening, you'll check in at your hotel and relax on the beach or by the pool.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Galle Fortress walking tour
- Turtle Hatchery Center visit
- Madu River boat ride through mangroves
Landmarks Galle Fortress Galle Lighthouse Turtle Hatchery Center Madu River - Day 14
Bentota to Colombo
After breakfast, you'll explore Colombo, the capital city with history going back to the fifth century. A city tour takes you to the Red Mosque, Gangarama Temple, and Independence Square. From there, you'll head to the airport for your return flight or get dropped back at your hotel in Colombo or Negombo.
- End point
- Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Colombo City Tour including Galle Face Green, Independence Memorial Hall, and Gangaramaya Temple
Landmarks Red Mosque Gangaramaya Temple Independence Square Galle Face Green
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