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Walk through the ruins of ancient kingdoms in Anuradhapura and Sigiriya, take a scenic luxury train ride through tea country, enjoy world-class wildlife safaris in Yala, and relax by the turquoise waters of Mirissa. This journey includes whale watching, elephant safaris, cultural temples, and stays in 5-star resorts and boutique lodges.

Itineraries

Day 01

Arrival in Sri Lanka & Transfer to Negombo

  • VIP welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport

  • Transfer to 5-star beachfront hotel in Negombo

  • Relax by the sea or enjoy a spa treatment

  • Gourmet seafood dinner

  • Overnight in Negombo

Day 02

Cultural Capital: Anuradhapura

  • Transfer to Anuradhapura (UNESCO city)

  • Explore Sacred Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya, and ancient ruins

  • Check-in to luxury heritage hotel

  • Overnight in Anuradhapura

Day 03

Mihintale & Drive to Sigiriya

  • Morning hike at Mihintale (cradle of Buddhism)

  • Scenic transfer to Sigiriya

  • Check-in to a luxury eco-resort with paddy views

  • Leisure evening with Ayurvedic spa

  • Overnight in Sigiriya

Day 04

Sigiriya Rock & Minneriya Safari

  • Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise

  • Village lunch experience & cooking demo

  • Evening Minneriya Jeep Safari (elephants & birds)

  • Overnight in Sigiriya

Day 05

Dambulla Caves & Transfer to Kandy

  • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple

  • Stop at Matale Spice Garden

  • Arrive in Kandy and check-in to a boutique lake-view hotel

  • Evening Cultural Dance Show

  • Overnight in Kandy

Day 06

Kandy City & Temple of the Tooth

  • Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic

  • Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake, & gemstone shops

  • High tea at hotel

  • Overnight in Kandy

Day 07

Scenic Train to Nuwara Eliya

  • Board the iconic Kandy–Nuwara Eliya train (first-class reserved seats)

  • Travel through tea estates & waterfalls

  • Check-in at colonial luxury bungalow or hilltop resort

  • Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

Day 08

Tea Trails & Horton Plains

  • Early morning hike in Horton Plains to World’s End

  • Afternoon tea factory visit & tasting session

  • Horse ride or boat ride around Gregory Lake

  • Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

Day 09

Transfer to Yala via Ella

  • Stop at Ravana Falls & Nine Arch Bridge in Ella

  • Drive to Yala National Park

  • Check-in at Wild Coast Tented Lodge (Relais & Châteaux) or equivalent

  • Beachfront jungle experience

  • Overnight in Yala

Day 10

Yala Safari Adventure

  • Early morning private jeep safari in Yala

  • Spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears & crocodiles

  • Leisure afternoon at lodge or spa

  • Optional: Evening nature walk

  • Overnight in Yala

Day 11

Southern Coast: Transfer to Mirissa

  • Drive along the scenic southern coast to Mirissa

  • Check-in at luxury beachfront hotel/villa

  • Leisure afternoon on the beach

  • Overnight in Mirissa

Day 12

Whale Watching & Beach Leisure

  • Early morning whale watching cruise (Nov–April)

  • Afternoon at leisure: snorkeling, surfing, or spa

  • Sunset cocktail on the beach

  • Overnight in Mirissa

Day 13

Galle Fort & Transfer to Colombo

  • Visit UNESCO Galle Dutch Fort, cafes, and boutiques

  • Scenic drive to Colombo via expressway

  • Check-in at luxury Colombo hotel (Cinnamon Grand or Shangri-La)

  • Dinner at top city restaurant

  • Overnight in Colomb

Day 14

Colombo City Tour & Departure

  • Visit Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, shopping arcades

  • Relax at Galle Face Green

  • Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure

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  1. Sarah Johnson:

    The cultural tour exceeded all expectations! Our guide’s knowledge brought ancient sites to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined.

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