Overnight: Negombo

Upon arrival at the airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel in Negombo.

Enjoy a relaxing first evening and settle into your accommodation.

Overnight: Sigiriya

After breakfast, begin your journey towards the cultural heart of Sri Lanka.

Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you can observe elephants being cared for, fed and bathed.

Continue to Sigiriya, home to the spectacular 5th-century Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as Lion Rock.

Explore the ancient fortress, including its gardens, Lion’s Gate, Mirror Wall and historic frescoes.

Overnight: Kandy

After breakfast, travel towards Kandy.

On the way, visit the magnificent Dambulla Cave Temple, featuring ancient Buddhist statues and paintings.

Continue to a Sri Lankan Spice Garden and discover the cultivation and traditional uses of spices.

Visit a Hindu Temple before arriving in Kandy.

Later, visit the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, located in the former royal palace complex of Kandy.

Explore Kandy city and enjoy the lakeside atmosphere.

In the evening, experience a traditional Kandyan Cultural Show featuring local dances, music and drumming.

Overnight: Ella

After breakfast, proceed towards Nanu Oya Railway Station.

Stop at Ramboda Waterfall and visit a beautiful Ceylon Tea Plantation & Tea Factory.

Continue to Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.

🚂 Scenic Train Journey — Nanu Oya → Ella

Enjoy one of Sri Lanka’s most spectacular train journeys through lush tea plantations, misty mountains and scenic highland landscapes.

After arriving in Ella, visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge, also known as the “Bridge in the Sky.”

Overnight: Tissamaharama

After breakfast, hike to Little Adam’s Peak for beautiful panoramic views.

Optional: Experience the famous Ella zipline.

Continue to Ravana Falls, one of the area’s most popular natural attractions.

Next, explore Ravana Cave / Nil Diya Pokuna, an underground blue-water pond experience. The source notes that this is an optional activity and that children below 10 are not allowed to participate.

Explore the area’s Secret Falls and continue towards Tissamaharama.

Later, enjoy sightseeing around Tissa Lake and the temple.

Overnight: Mirissa

Start early in the morning for a Yala National Park Safari.

Explore Yala’s diverse landscapes and look for Sri Lankan wildlife, including elephants, birds and, with luck, leopards.

Continue towards the southern coast.

Visit Hummanaya Blowhole, a dramatic natural coastal attraction.

Arrive in Mirissa and enjoy leisure time on the beach.

End the day at Coconut Tree Hill for beautiful sunset views.

Overnight in Mirissa.

Overnight: Mirissa

Start early, around 5:30–6:00 AM, for an exciting Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Tour.

Mirissa is highlighted in the itinerary as one of Sri Lanka’s major locations for whale and dolphin watching.

After the boat excursion, enjoy leisure time at Weligama Bay Beach.

You can also relax at Secret Beach, a quieter hidden beach near Mirissa.

Overnight in Mirissa.

Departure

After breakfast, begin your journey towards the airport.

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

Depending on your departure time, continue to:

• Hikkaduwa Beach
• Sea Turtle Hatchery
• Gangaramaya Temple (optional)

Finally, transfer to the airport for your departure.