14-Day Sri Lanka Culture and Wildlife Tour with Scenic Train and Beaches

• Meet and greet at Bandaranaike International Airport by an English-speaking guide or driver.
• Transfer to your hotel and check in at Cinnamon Red Colombo.
• Visit Galle Face Green for a sunset stroll.
• Optional: Visit the Lotus Tower for panoramic views of the city.

Overnight stay in Colombo.

• Drive to Sigiriya (approximately 4 hours).
• Climb the world-renowned Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress.
• Experience a Sigiriya Village Tour.
• Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan cooking demonstration.
• Take a bullock cart ride through the countryside.
• Enjoy a canoe boat ride on the lake.
• Savor a traditional village-style lunch.
• Optional: Participate in elephant bathing in a nearby river.

Check in and overnight stay at Sigiriya Village Hotel.

• Early morning hike to Pidurangala Rock to witness the sunrise.
• Return for breakfast.
• Depart for Polonnaruwa Ancient City.
• Explore the ruins by paddle bicycle.
• Visit ancient temples, statues, and royal palace ruins.
• Return to Sigiriya.

Overnight stay at Sigiriya Village Hotel.

• Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• En route to Kandy, visit a traditional wood carving workshop.
• Visit a spice garden in Matale for a guided herbal tour.
• Visit a vibrant Hindu temple in Matale.
• Attend an evening Kandyan cultural dance performance.
• Check in at Radisson Hotel Kandy.

Overnight stay in Kandy.

• Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
• Tour a gem and jewelry museum.

En route to Nuwara Eliya, visit:

• Ramboda Waterfalls.
• Damro Tea Factory and Plantation with tea tasting.
• Enjoy an evening walk around Gregory Lake.
• Optional: Participate in jet skiing or paddle boating.
• Check in at Galway Heights Hotel, Nuwara Eliya.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

• Transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station.
• Embark on a scenic train journey to Ella (approximately 3 to 4 hours).

Upon arrival, visit:

• The iconic Nine Arches Bridge.
• Hike to Little Adam's Peak.
• Stop at Ravana Falls.
• Optional: Adventure activities such as ziplining, a visit to Rawana Pool Club, or local hikes.
• Check in at Morning Dew Boutique Hotel - Ella.

Overnight stay in Ella.

• Enjoy a full day at leisure in Ella.
• Optional activities: additional hikes, Ayurvedic spa treatments, or village exploration.

Second overnight stay at Morning Dew Boutique Hotel - Ella.

• Morning transfer to Udawalawe.
• Enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari at Udawalawe National Park.
• Optional: Visit the Elephant Transit Home.
• Check in at Royal Reach Hotel - Udawalawe.

Overnight stay in Udawalawe.

• Transfer to Tangalle for beach relaxation.
• Visit a Turtle Conservation Project (turtle nesting is seasonal).
• Check in at Turtle Bay Boutique Hotel for two nights.
• Enjoy time at leisure by the beach.

• Drive to Mirissa.

Visit:

• Coconut Tree Hill
• Parrot Rock

Optional:

• Whale watching (seasonal).
• Scuba diving / snorkeling.
• Beach relaxation.

Overnight at Beach & Bliss Mirissa.

• Drive to Galle.
• Explore Galle Fort, its Dutch-era architecture, and cobbled streets.
• Take a Madu River boat safari through mangroves and enjoy natural fish therapy.
• Relax at a beachfront location.

Overnight stay at Thaproban Pavilion Waves - Galle.

• Return drive to Colombo.
• Stop for shopping to purchase souvenirs, handicrafts, and spices.
• Drop-off at Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.