13-Day Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour with Sigiriya, Yala and Mirissa

• Upon arrival, you will be picked up by your tour guide from Bandaranaike International Airport and driven to your hotel in Negombo.

Overnight in Negombo.

• After breakfast, drive to the city of Anuradhapura. This ancient city of ruins offers an in-depth introduction to the history of Sri Lanka.

Overnight in Anuradhapura.

• Today, you will have the chance to visit the Mihintale Buddhist Temple, where you will find more ruins among the first Buddhist temple sites in Sri Lanka.
• Afterwards, you can enjoy the rest of the day at your accommodation.

Overnight in Anuradhapura.

• After breakfast, head towards Polonnaruwa. This great city of Sri Lanka came into prominence during a brief period of two centuries in Sri Lankan history and is second only to the ancient city of Anuradhapura in cultural heritage. Today, Polonnaruwa is a showcase of great ancient Sri Lankan architecture dating back to the 12th century AD, interwoven with many Buddhist monasteries and monuments built by King Parakramabahu.
• After the tour, transfer to Sigiriya.

Overnight in Sigiriya.

• After breakfast, climb Sigiriya Rock to see its palace ruins. Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin encircled by the remains of a widespread network of gardens, reservoirs, and other structures. It consists of an ancient castle built by King Kassapa during the 5th century AD and is a popular tourist destination. Sigiriya also features prehistoric paintings (frescos) that are significant in relation to the Ajanta Caves of India.
• Then, go for a bullock cart ride, which gives you a chance to experience traditional Sri Lanka with all its authenticity.

Overnight in Sigiriya.

• After breakfast, head towards the hill capital of the island, Kandy. On the way, visit the Spice Garden.

Overnight in Kandy.

• Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa. This golden-roofed temple houses the relic of Lord Buddha's tooth.
• Afterwards, go to the Botanical Garden and then enjoy an entertaining Kandyan Cultural Dance Show in the evening.

Overnight in Kandy.

• Explore the panoramic beauty of the beautiful town of Nuwara Eliya, also known as "Little England." En route, you can see tea plantations, a tea factory, and waterfalls. Your driver will stop at one upon your request if you wish to take pictures or enjoy a dip.
• When you arrive in Nuwara Eliya, see Gregory Lake and drive to the train station in Nanu Oya. Your friendly chauffeur will meet you again at Ella railway station and drive you to your hotel in Ella.

Overnight in Ella.

• After breakfast, you are going to explore Ella by visiting some marvellous places around the area.
• Go to the Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam's Peak.

• You will depart from the city of Ella and travel to Tissamaharama.
• After checking in to the hotel, you will enjoy an evening full of fun-filled wildlife safari activities in Yala National Park.

Overnight in Tissamaharama.

• The next morning, move on to explore the gorgeous combination of sun, sand, and water in Sri Lanka.
• Visit Mirissa Beach, a breathtaking sandy beach that transforms dreams and visions of a tropical paradise into everyday reality. This small tropical beach boasts some of Sri Lanka's best and most stunning sunsets and sunrises.

Overnight in Mirissa.

• Go whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa, one of the most exciting water activities you can do in Sri Lanka during your holiday.

Overnight in Mirissa.

• After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Galle, a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It is known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century.
• See the stone seawalls, expanded by the Dutch, which encircle car-free streets with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule.
• According to your flight departure time, you will leave for Bandaranaike International Airport in time to catch your flight, at least 2-3 hours before departure.