Overnight: Negombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka! After arriving at the airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in Negombo.

After some time to refresh, explore Negombo City, including the Fish Market, St. Mary’s Church and Dutch Canal. Enjoy the city’s beautiful ocean and lagoon surroundings, famous seafood and vibrant atmosphere.

Relax on the beach and enjoy your first evening in Sri Lanka.

Overnight: Anuradhapura

After breakfast, travel to Anuradhapura Ancient City, one of Sri Lanka’s historic capitals and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the ancient city and visit Isurumuniya Temple and the sacred Sri Maha Bodhiya, one of the most important religious sites in Sri Lanka.

Overnight: Uppuveli Beach

Travel towards the beautiful east coast of Sri Lanka.

Visit Kanniya Hot Water Springs, followed by Koneswaram Hindu Temple overlooking the ocean.

Later, relax at Uppuveli Beach, known for its calm waters, golden sand and peaceful atmosphere.

Overnight: Trincomalee

Start early with an optional snorkeling excursion to Pigeon Island National Park.

Later, enjoy relaxing time at Marble Beach, one of the scenic beaches around Trincomalee.

Highlights:

• Pigeon Island snorkeling
• Marine scenery
• Marble Beach
• Swimming & relaxation

Overnight: Sigiriya

After breakfast, travel towards Sigiriya and visit the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the ancient rock citadel associated with King Kashyapa.

At the end of the day, enjoy an optional Sri Lankan Ayurvedic treatment for relaxation.

Overnight: Sigiriya

Explore Polonnaruwa Ancient City, the second capital of ancient Sri Lanka.

Discover:

• Ancient stupas
• Watadage
• Gal Viharaya
• Nissankamalla Council Chamber
• Ancient irrigation works
• Historic ruins and sculptures

In the evening, enjoy a Minneriya National Park safari, famous for its large elephant gatherings.

Overnight: Sigiriya

Start early with a hike to Pidurangala Rock for sunrise or sunset views.

After breakfast, visit Ritigala Monastery and enjoy a peaceful jungle hike through its ancient ruins.

Continue with a traditional Sigiriya Village Tour, including:

• Bullock-cart ride
• Catamaran boat ride
• Village house visit
• Traditional Sri Lankan meal
• Tuk-tuk ride

Later, visit Kandalama Lake.

Overnight: Kandy

Visit the spectacular Dambulla Cave Temple before continuing towards Kandy.

En route, experience a Matale Spice Garden and visit a traditional Batik Factory.

In Kandy, visit:

• Kandy Lake
• Kandy Viewpoint
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
• Kandyan Cultural Dance Show

Overnight: Kandy

Enjoy a guided trekking experience in the spectacular Knuckles Mountain Range.

Trekking highlights:

• Tea plantations
• Waterfalls
• Forest trails
• Bird and wildlife spotting
• Mountain views
• Natural landscapes

The itinerary specifies an approximately 14 km trek, starting after breakfast and returning around 5:00 PM, with distance adjustable according to guests’ requests.

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Visit Ambuluwawa Tower for panoramic views over the surrounding mountains and valleys.

Optional: White-water rafting.

Continue towards Nuwara Eliya, stopping at beautiful waterfalls including:

• Laxapana Falls
• Aberdeen Falls
• Devon Falls
• St. Clair’s Falls

Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England,” and enjoy time around Gregory Lake.

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Enjoy a full day exploring the beautiful Nuwara Eliya highlands and surrounding attractions.  

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Start early for Horton Plains National Park and World’s End, with its spectacular mountain scenery and hiking trails.

Continue to Labookellie Tea Factory, with an optional tea-plucking experience.

Visit Seetha Amman Temple, associated with the Ramayana tradition.

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Enjoy a short hike to Lover’s Leap Falls and visit Bomburu Ella.

Optional: Explore Hakgala Botanical Gardens.

Overnight: Ella

Take the spectacular Nanu Oya → Ella scenic train journey, travelling through tea plantations and mountain scenery.

After arriving in Ella, visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge and hike Little Adam’s Peak.

In the evening, enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan cookery class and dinner with a local family, learning about spices, rice, coconut milk and traditional curries.

Overnight: Ella

Explore the natural beauty around Ella.

Visit Ravana Falls, followed by a hike to Upper Ravana Waterfall.

Continue to Ravana Cave / Nil Diya Pokuna, an underground blue-water pond experience.

Optional adventure: Waterfall rappelling at a secret waterfall.

Overnight: Ella

Take the spectacular Nanu Oya → Ella scenic train journey, travelling through tea plantations and mountain scenery.

After arriving in Ella, visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge and hike Little Adam’s Peak.

In the evening, enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan cookery class and dinner with a local family, learning about spices, rice, coconut milk and traditional curries.

Overnight: Ella

Travel to Dambana, an indigenous village associated with Sri Lanka’s Vedda community.

On the return journey, visit Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara, followed by Dunhinda Falls.

Return to Ella for the night.

Overnight: Tissamaharama

Visit Lipton’s Seat and enjoy panoramic views across the surrounding tea country and southern landscapes.

Continue to Upper Diyaluma Falls, followed by a visit to Buduruwagala Temple, famous for its ancient rock-cut sculptures.

Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama

Start early for a Yala National Park safari.

Enjoy the opportunity to experience Sri Lanka’s wildlife and diverse natural landscapes.

Optional: Full-day safari.

Later, visit:

• Kataragama Hindu Temple
• Kiri Vehera Temple

Overnight: Tangalle

Travel towards Tangalle on Sri Lanka’s southern coast.

Relax at Goyambokka Beach, known for its sandy shoreline and family-friendly atmosphere.

In the evening, enjoy an optional Rakawa Turtle Night Safari, with the opportunity to observe nesting sea turtles under guided conditions.

Overnight: Tangalle

Enjoy a relaxing day at Tangalle Beach, away from the busier tourist areas.

Optional: Kayaking through the nearby lagoon and mangrove surroundings.

Overnight: Tangalle / Talalla

Visit Hiriketiya Beach, a beautiful southern coastal destination suitable for surfing, swimming, yoga and relaxation.

Continue to Talalla Beach, known for its peaceful setting and opportunities for surfing, yoga and Ayurveda.

Enjoy leisure time beside the ocean.

Overnight: Mirissa

Continue along the southern coast towards Mirissa.

Visit a spectacular coastal blowhole, followed by Polhena Beach and Blue Beach Matara.

Later, relax at Mirissa Beach and enjoy sunset views from Coconut Hill.

Overnight: Mirissa

Start early for an optional whale and dolphin watching boat tour.

The itinerary highlights Mirissa as a major whale-watching destination and notes the whale-watching season as November to April.

Later, relax at Secret Beach.

Overnight: Unawatuna

Travel towards Unawatuna with stops at:

• Weligama Bay
• Traditional stilt fishermen
• Palm rope swing near Dalawella
• Unawatuna Beach

Enjoy a relaxing evening beside the southern coast.

Overnight: Unawatuna

Visit the historic Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing centuries of European and South Asian architectural influence.

Later, relax at Jungle Beach / Unawatuna Beach.

Overnight: Hikkaduwa

Visit a traditional Moonstone Mine before continuing to Hikkaduwa.

Enjoy leisure time at Hikkaduwa Beach, famous for its coral reefs, tropical marine life and water activities.

Activities may include:

• Snorkeling
• Diving
• Surfing
• Swimming
• Beach relaxation

Overnight: Colombo

Travel towards Colombo with a visit to a Sea Turtle Hatchery.

Continue with a Madu River Safari, exploring mangroves and waterways where you may encounter wildlife and traditional river scenery.

Arrive in Colombo for an evening city tour, including:

• Old Parliament
• Red Mosque
• Galle Face Green

Overnight in Colombo.

Departure

Depending on your departure time, enjoy additional Colombo sightseeing, including:

• Gangaramaya Temple
• Independence Square
• Lotus Tower
• Hindu Kovil

Finally, transfer to the airport for your departure.