Sri Lanka: Culture, Wildlife & Beaches

Day by day

The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

1. Day 1 Arrival in Negombo

   Upon arrival at Colombo Airport, you will be transferred to Negombo, a charming fishing town with a rich colonial history. Once a key source of cinnamon, the Portuguese, Dutch, and British vied for control of its port during the height of the spice trade.
2. Day 2 Habarana - Pinnawala Village - Pidurangala Rock Temple

   After you finish breakfast at the hotel, drive to Dambulla. On the way, visit Pinnawala, which was opened by the Sri Lankan Government in 1975 as a conservation and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants, situated in Pinnawala village.
3. Day 3 Habarana - Polonnaruwa

   On Day 3 of your Sri Lanka travel package, visit Polonnaruwa, one of the island’s ancient capitals and a key site in the renowned Cultural Triangle. Explore the impressive Gal Vihara Temple Complex, featuring three massive granite Buddha statues with intricate designs.
4. Day 4 Habarana - Dambulla

   After breakfast, explore the ancient city of Dambulla, renowned for its magnificent cave temples and the iconic Buddha statues. Wander through the complex spanning five caves, housing over 150 Buddha images, some dating back to the 1st century BC when King Valagambahu sought refuge here.
5. Day 5 Kandy

   After breakfast at the hotel, explore Kandy’s major attractions. Kandy is famous for the renowned Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site strategically nestled among three mountain ranges, serving as the gateway to Sri Lanka’s hill country.
6. Day 6 Kandy City

   After breakfast at the hotel, take a leisurely stroll through the charming lakeside town of Kandy, exploring the Kandy City Centre with its world-class brands, bustling bazaar, gem museum, arts & crafts centre, and lapidary.
7. Day 7 Nuwara Eliya

   On day 7, experience British and Sri Lankan history in delightful Nuwara Eliya, complete with a quaint train ride via the rainforest. Due to its high elevation, Nuwara Eliya possesses a cooler and more stimulating climate than lower regions.
8. Day 8 Ella

   After finishing your breakfast at the hotel, head out for a trek to Ella Rock. Travel by tuk-tuk from the hotel to Ella Rock, enjoying local sightseeing along the way. Upon arrival, begin the hike with your designated guide, lasting a couple of hours. Refreshments will be provided after the trek.
9. Day 9 Tissamaharama

   After finishing breakfast at the hotel, embark on a city orientation tour of Ella. Start by visiting the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, a century-old viaduct connecting Ella and Demodara train stations, situated nearly 3,100 feet above sea level. Check the train schedule to see the bridge in action.
10. Day 10 Tissamaharama - Yala National Park

    Visit Yala National Park, which is the prime wildlife destination in Sri Lanka, where you can spot sloth bears, elephants, jackals, spotted deer, abundant birdlife, and elusive leopards.
11. Day 11 Weligama

    After enjoying breakfast, depart for Mirissa. Located near the southernmost tip of Sri Lanka, Mirissa Beach features stunning shores ideal for a relaxing getaway.
12. Day 12 Weligama

    Spend a relaxing morning on the beach before your final day on this beautiful island. After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive a short distance to Weligama, where you can observe the traditional Sri Lankan stilt fishing, a slowly disappearing practice that began during World War II when…
13. Day 13 Final Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Colombo International Airport to board your flight, concluding your Sri Lanka travel package. Meals: Breakfast