Itinerary

1. Day 1: Airport - Dambulla - Sigiriya

   • Meet & greet your tour representative at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) arrival terminal or your hotel in Colombo and head towards Sigiriya en-route via Dambulla,

   • Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at hundreds of Buddha and other deities figurines scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.

   • Go on a Jungle Safari once you reach Sigiriya. This safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park.

   • Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance also to see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.

   Overnight stay at Sigiriya.

2. Day 2: Sigiriya - Matale - Kandy

   • Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where King Kasyapa ruled.

   • Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, 'the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame.

   • Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel of the past.

   • Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb.

   • Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth.

   • Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.

   • Experience the Cultural Dance Show. The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour-long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colourful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.

   Overnight stay at Kandy.

3. Day 4: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

   • Visit the famous Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, formed in the early 19th century.

   • Walk through the vast area containing over 4000 species of plants. Enjoy learning more about the orchids, spices and medicinal plants.

   • Wander down avenues shaded by large and rare trees or bordered by flowering plants.

   • Enjoy seeing the cannonball tree, walking over the wobbly suspension bridge and through the short hedge mazes or even climbing the twisty trees that make excellent jungle gyms.

   • Visit a Tea Factory and a plantation to see how the world’s famous “Ceylon Tea” is manufactured. 

   • Head towards Nuwara Eliya. 

   Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya. 

4. Day 4: Nuwara Eliya - Ella

   • Proceed to Nanu Oya Railway Station and take the World's Scenic Train Ride from Nanu Oya to Ella.

   • Sit back, enjoy the scenic views through misty mountains, and pass through the Lush Green Tea Estates.

   • Meet your guide at Ella Railway Station to pick you up with your bags.

   • Explore Ella’s most interesting places.

   • Pass through bright green tea fields and tough stretches of rock and get to see the magical views of Little Adam’s Peak.

   • Walk over the history seeped Nine Arches Bridge and listen to the story of its construction.

   • End your hike at the Demodara Railway station with its unique loop-over track design. This tour gives you the chance to see the best sights of Sri Lanka.

   Overnight stay at Ella. 

5. Day 5: Ella - Yala

   • Head to Yala en-route via a stop at Rawana Waterfall. 

   Overnight stay at Yala.

6. Day 6: Yala - Mirissa

   • Early Morning Jungle Safari at Yala National Park and then head to Mirissa.

   • On the way, visit the Hambantota Salterns and Stilt Fisherman at Weligama, followed by the Galle Fort.

   • Once reaching Mirissa, check-in to a hotel and spend the night.

   Overnight stay at Mirissa

7. Day 7: Mirissa - Galle

   • Do early morning whale watching on a luxury cruise to see Hump Back Whales, Killer Whales, Sharks & Dolphins.

   • Sit back and enjoy the whales playing while you have your breakfast at the Cruise.

   • Travel to Bentota and visit a Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Center.

   • Later visit Galle Dutch Fort.

   • Relax at the beach for some relaxation. 

   Overnight stay at Galle.

8. Day 8: Time to say Good Bye!

   • Wake up to a freshly-prepared breakfast at the hotel and then get ready to check out as it’s time to say goodbye to Sri Lanka.

   • Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo or Negombo for your onward journey back home.