Arrive in Sri Lanka and be welcomed by our airport representative, then meet your chauffeur/guide to begin the tour. On the way, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to over 65 rescued elephants, including many calves. The best times to visit are during feeding and river bathing.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
After breakfast, climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the 5th-century “Fortress in the Sky,” famous for its ancient palace ruins, gardens, and the iconic frescoes of the Sigiriya maidens.
Then proceed to Polonnaruwa for a sightseeing tour. Explore the ancient 11th–13th century capital, including landmarks such as Lankatilaka, Tivanka, Thuparama, Rankot Vihara, Kiri Vehera, Gal Vihara, and the Vata-da-ge, showcasing remarkable Sinhalese architecture and stone carvings.
Return to Sigiriya in the evening.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
After breakfast, check out and visit the Dambulla Rock Cave Temple, known for its five cave temples filled with ancient Buddhist murals and over 130 Buddha statues dating back to the 1st century BC.
Proceed to Kandy, stopping at a Spice Garden to learn about traditional Sri Lankan spices and Ayurvedic plants. In the evening, enjoy a Sri Lankan Cultural Dance Show, followed by a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the country.
Overnight stay at Oak Ray Regency, Kandy.
After breakfast, enjoy a Kandy city tour including Upper Lake Drive, Market Square, a Gem Lapidary, and a Batik Factory.
Proceed to Nuwara Eliya, stopping en route at the Hanuman Temple, Ramboda Waterfalls, and a Tea Plantation & Factory to taste world-famous Ceylon tea.
Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, the “Little England” of Sri Lanka, known for its scenic mountains, valleys, waterfalls, and tea estates. Explore the town and enjoy the beautiful landscapes and Victoria Park.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Nuwara Eliya.
After breakfast, transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station and take the scenic train ride to Ella, considered one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. (Train tickets are booked 30 days in advance due to high demand.)
On arrival, pick up from Ella Railway Station and proceed to Yala. Check in to the hotel, relax, enjoy dinner, and overnight stay in Yala.
Early morning, enjoy a safari in Yala National Park with a picnic breakfast, spotting leopards, wild elephants, buffalo, peacocks, and a variety of birds including flamingoes and herons.
After the safari, proceed to Mirissa and check in to the hotel.
In the evening, relax and enjoy Mirissa Beach.
Overnight stay in Mirissa.
Early morning, transfer to Mirissa Harbor for a whale and dolphin watching tour, spotting blue whales and dolphins (season: November to April).
Afterwards, check out and proceed to Galle, stopping en route at Weligama to see the traditional stilt fishermen and visit a Turtle Hatchery to learn about endangered turtles and conservation efforts.
In the evening, explore the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site with Dutch and Portuguese architecture.
Overnight stay in Galle.
After breakfast, depart for Colombo.
Enjoy the day at leisure or proceed directly for shopping.
Shop at Majestic City, Liberty Plaza, ODEL, Arena, Independence Arcade, Colombo City Centre, Lanka Ceramics Center, and the Mlesna Tea Boutique.
Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Colombo
After breakfast leave Colombo to connect with the departure flight
