Wandering in the Island’s Paradise

Duration

14 Days

Tour Highlights

Lion’s Rock Expedition, Safari Adventure, Temple of The Tooth Relic, Trail Trek, Train Journey, Boat Ride, Turtle Hatchery

Best Time To Visit

December to March

Cities covered

Negombo, Pinnawala, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Southern Coast, Colombo

Itinerary:

Day 01

Proceed to your Negombo lodging and relax with your loved ones.  

Day 02

Go on a town tour of Negombo and see the beautiful beaches and vibrant religious structures. Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a wonderful location to witness infant elephants that have been left without parents. The next day make your way to Sigiriya.

Day 03

Climb Sigiriya Rock, the most popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka first thing in the morning. Reputable large lion paws guard the stairs leading to the summit which formerly housed the monarch’s palace. Explore the afternoon town of Polonnaruwa to see the ancient remnants of the island’s fascinating past.

Day 04

Visit Anuradhapura, the nation’s oldest historic city. During its 1000-year history the country had 117 monarch’s all of whom built irrigation systems, beautiful gardens, and Buddhist monasteries. In the afternoon enjoy an exhilarating jeep safari through Minneriya National Park, the location of the world’s largest seasonal elephant gathering.

Day 05

Proceed to Kandy and discover the UNESCO-listed two millennia-old Dambulla cave temple. The five caverns here have artwork spanning centuries adorning their ceilings and walls. Go on an intriguing tour of Matale’s Spice Garden afterwards.

Day 06

Explore the vibrant city of Kandy which offers great shopping opportunities. Tour the city. Stores sell a variety of Sri Lankan-specific goods such as silk, wood carvings, diamonds. and batiks. Take in a cultural show after exploring the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens and then proceed to the Holy Temple of the Tooth Relic.

Day 07

You may unwind and take in the breathtaking views of the endless green tea fields as you get closer to Nuwara Eliya, a hill country located 1800 meters above sea level. Along the way stop to see the stunning Ramboda Falls and a tea factory. You can purchase various types of tea when you visit the production facility. After that, explore the city of Nuwara Eliya.

Day 08

Take a hike in the well-liked Hortain Plains, one of the World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka. View the primary draws such as Worlds End and Bakers Falls. See the other well-known locations in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 09

This morning, board a scenic train bound for Ella, which will provide panoramic views of tea plantations, waterfalls, reservoirs, and an unending amount of tunnels.

Day 10

Experience a Jeep Safari at Yala National Park, the most popular tourist destination. See the Asian elephants roaming freely in the wild and the leopards of Sri Lanka.

Day 11, 12, & 13

Early in the morning take a tour of Galle’s magnificent Dutch Fort which is regarded as Asia’s best-preserved colonial fortress. It is also home to the oldest breadfruit tree on the island. Enjoy a close-up look at the wetland ecosystem by taking the Madu River Boat ride. Visiting the turtle hatchery is part of the conservation effort to protect the young turtles that face extinction. Take a walk along the sandy Galle beach with your loved ones to create memories. During your final day in Galle enjoy an exciting day of water sports in the Bentota River.