Colombo to Habarana (Overnight in Habarana)

Sigiriya: The Ancient Rock Fortress - Constructed in the 5th century by King Kasyapa, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its marvel lies not only in its massive size but also in its sophisticated irrigation systems, which were remarkably advanced for their time. Engineers worldwide are still amazed by the technology used in such ancient times. The fortress is further beautified by its water gardens, the frescoes of Sigiriya Damsels, the graffiti Mirror Wall, and the lion’s giant paws carved into the rock at the entrance to the final ascent.

Explore Anuradhapura & Mihintale (Overnight in Habarana)

Anuradhapura Stupas Scenic Point - Anuradhapura is a sacred ancient city founded around a cutting from Buddha’s fig tree. Established in the third century BC by the founder of an order of Buddhist nuns, this city of palaces, temples, and monuments thrived for 1,300 years before being abandoned after a 10th-century invasion. Like Peru’s Machu Picchu, it was known to locals but “discovered” by Europeans centuries later. These incredible ruins have been excavated and are open for public exploration.

Mihintale - Mihintale is a mountain near Anuradhapura with significant spiritual importance to Buddhists. It is believed that a Buddhist monk named Mahinda met King Devanampiyatissa here, introducing Buddhism to the country. Impressed by the monk’s peacefulness, the King renounced war and spread peace throughout the nation. The mountain and its surroundings feature several impressive religious and historical structures, attracting hundreds of pilgrims annually.

Visit Polonnaruwa & Jeep Safari at Minneriya (Overnight in Habarana)

Polonnaruwa Vatadage - Polonnaruwa, the second oldest kingdom in Sri Lanka, is renowned for its ancient garden city ruins. The 12th-century ruins are among the best-preserved in the country. Polonnaruwa was a hub where traders of exotic goods mingled with temple worshippers. Begin your tour at the Archaeological Museum, then explore the massive Royal Palace with its well-preserved audience hall. The beautifully decorated Sacred Quadrangle is another must-see.

Minneriya National Park - Minneriya is the largest known gathering place for Asian Elephants globally. Herds of elephants, sometimes up to 300, can be seen within a few square kilometers of the Minneriya Lake.

Dambulla Caves & Kandy (Overnight in Kandy)

Dambulla - The Dambulla Cave Temple is a sacred Buddhist site. Entry is free on full-moon days, which are particularly busy due to their religious significance. Pilgrims from around the world visit this site. Over 80 caves are documented, with the most famous five featuring impressive statues and paintings. Some caves date back to 1000 BC, when prehistoric Sri Lankans lived in them, creating temples. Visitors must cover shoulders and legs and remove shoes before entering.

Ranweli Spice Garden - The A9 Highway between Matale and Dambulla is famous for its spice gardens, with over 30 along the road. Free tours with English-speaking guides explain the health benefits of herbs, spices, and plants like cocoa, vanilla, cinnamon, and more. While the tours are educational, expect a strong sales pitch at the gift shop.

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show - The Kandyan Cultural Show in Kandy town showcases various forms of Kandyan dancing, originally from the area but now widespread across the island. Originating from a dance by Indian shamans, Kandyan dancing is integral to Sri Lankan culture and a highlight of perahera processions. The show features dances depicting birds and animals’ graceful movements and energetic acrobatic performances, including the dramatic ‘fire walk’ finale.

Temple of the Tooth & Peradeniya Gardens (Overnight in Kandy)

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - The Temple of the Tooth is a highly sacred site, housing one of Buddha’s teeth. Legend says the tooth was taken from Buddha on his deathbed and smuggled to Sri Lanka in a princess’s hair. It became an object of great importance, celebrated and paraded throughout history, despite attempts to steal or destroy it. Twice daily, pujas celebrate the relic, offering visitors a glimpse of the tooth within its casing.

Royal Botanical Gardens - Located just outside Kandy, the Royal Botanical Gardens are Sri Lanka’s largest landscaped gardens, covering over 60 hectares. Established in 1843 by the British, the gardens feature plants from across the island and Kew Gardens in London. Home to 4,000 plant species and over 10,000 trees, the gardens showcase Sri Lanka’s flora and many tropical plants. Walk through avenues of coconut palms, shelter under the Javan fig tree, admire the orchid collection, and see giant fruit bats in the treetops.

Ceylon Tea Museum - The Ceylon Tea Museum is in the former Hanthana Tea Factory, built in 1925, 3 km south of Kandy. Hanthana was among the first successful tea cultivation areas after coffee production failed on the island.

White Water Rafting & Adam’s Peak (Overnight at Adam’s Peak)

Adventure LK White Water Rafting Kitulgala - Experience White Water Rafting on the scenic Kelani River, covering 5 major and 4 minor rapids. Suitable for anyone over 10 years old, with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing provided by instructors. The 5 km journey offers an enchanting experience amidst the river and its surroundings.

Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) - At Adam’s Peak’s summit is a footprint cast in stone, spiritually significant to various religions. Currently, a Buddhist monastery is at the summit. Buddhists believe the footprint is Buddha’s; Christians, Adam’s; and Hindus, Shiva’s. The site is a popular pilgrimage destination, especially on full moon nights. The trek involves a steep staircase of over 5,000 steps, lined with tea stalls and food shops. Most start the hike at 2:30 am to reach the summit for sunrise. The season is December to April, with the offseason climb being challenging.

Horton Plains (Overnight at Nuwara Eliya)

Gregory Lake - Gregory Lake, or Gregory Reservoir, is in the heart of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s tea country hill city. Constructed during British Governor Sir William Gregory’s period in 1873.

Nuwara Eliya - Nuwara Eliya city tour. Known for its tea, Nuwara Eliya is the ideal place to learn about tea production. With a temperate climate and 1,900 meters elevation, it’s the country’s tea capital. Tour a tea plantation and see tea production. Founded in the 19th century, this hill town became a British colonists’ retreat, earning the nickname Little England. April is a great time to visit for blossoms and Sri Lanka New Year celebrations. Other attractions include Lake Gregory and Laxapana, Sri Lanka’s famous waterfalls.

St Clair’s Falls - St. Clair’s Falls, one of Sri Lanka’s widest waterfalls, is known as the “Little Niagara of Sri Lanka” and is affected by the Upper Kotmale Hydropower Project.

Devon Falls - Devon Falls, the ‘Veil of the Valley’, is a waterfall in Sri Lanka, 6 km west of Talawakele, Nuwara Eliya District on the A7 highway. Named after an English coffee planter, Devon, whose plantation was nearby.

Horton Plains & Scenic Train Ride (Overnight at Ella)

Nanu Oya - The train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella, or vice versa, is considered one of the world’s most beautiful train trips. The 3-hour ride offers stunning views of lush tea plantations and mountains. Popular with tourists and locals, it’s recommended to buy tickets in advance, available at any Sri Lankan train station.

Ella - Ella is a small town in Badulla, about 200 kilometers east of Colombo, at 1,041 meters above sea level. The area is rich in biodiversity, with diverse flora and fauna. Surrounded by the Central Highlands’ beautiful hills, Ella is covered in green tea estates, cloud forests, and unique natural formations. The town maintains its originality and rural charm while catering to tourists during peak seasons.

Little Adam’s Peak & Nine Arch Bridge (Overnight at Ella)

Little Adam’s Peak View Point - Little Adam’s Peak offers a relatively easy climb with sensational views. Start with a gentle walk through a sloping tea field, passing terraced tea plants, before ascending winding steps to the peak. Enjoy a spectacular panorama of Ella Rock, tea fields, and the Ella gap, a deep gorge leading to the southern valleys. On clear days, see the south coast and ocean on the horizon.

Nine Arches Bridge - Located in Ella, the Nine Arch Bridge is one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic bridges, showcasing the island’s railway system’s engineering prowess. Built in 1921 during the British colonial period, the 30-meter-high viaduct with dramatic arches is a testament to British engineering skills.

Ravana Falls, Buduruwagala & Yala Safari (Overnight in Yala)

Ravana Ella Falls - Ravana Falls, part of the Ravana Ella Wildlife Sanctuary, are popular for bathing in summer. During the rainy season, the water flow is strong and impressive. The nearby cave complex is rich in local legend. Conveniently located on the main road to Ella, the caves are a common stop for visitors. Cheeky monkeys live in the surrounding trees, often seen dining on fruit by the roadside.

Buduruwagala Temple - Buduruwagala features ancient rock carvings near Welawaya, dating back to the 8th century. Seven gigantic Buddhist figures are sculpted into a 70ft cliff, including a colossal 50ft image of Lord Buddha.

Yala National Park - Yala National Park offers breathtaking vistas and abundant Sri Lankan wildlife. It has the world’s highest leopard density, making sightings likely. Leopards are the main attraction, followed by elephants, sloth bears, and crocodiles. The park, divided into five blocks, was zoned for hunters until becoming a national park in 1938. Visit the informative visitor center at the entrance for insightful displays about the area.

Mirissa, Unawatuna & Galle (Overnight in Galle)

Mirissa - Mirissa is the ultimate Sri Lankan beach escape. The long beach, lined with palm trees, features modern restaurants and hotels. Restaurants offer western-style food at Sri Lankan prices. Parrot Rock, just off the beach, has a staircase leading to great ocean and coastline views. Day trips include whale watching, snorkeling, and surfing. Nearby Weligama is ideal for learning to surf. In the evening, restaurants become beach clubs with drinks and music.

Unawatuna - Unawatuna’s white sand beach is perfect for relaxation. Snorkeling and diving operators take advantage of the coral reefs just off the beach, home to colorful fish and turtles. Great dining options along the beach welcome visitors to use sun loungers and relax with a drink.

Whale Watching & Cinnamon Experience (Overnight in Galle)

Whale Watching Mirissa with Kumara - Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa is an exciting water activity during a Sri Lankan beach holiday. Mirissa is the best starting point for whale and dolphin tours. In the warm Indian Ocean, see Blue whales, Bryde’s whales, Sperm whales, Fin whales, sometimes Killer whales, and various dolphins. Occasionally, turtles and fish like Bluefin tuna and flying fish are spotted. The boat departs from Mirissa harbor at 6:00 am, with tours lasting 3-5 hours, depending on whale sightings and passenger wishes. Swimming with whales and dolphins is not allowed. Breakfast is provided on the boat.

Stilt Fishermen Sri Lanka - Stilt fishing, a unique Sri Lankan tradition, requires patience. Fishermen cast lines from high positions, waiting for fish. This method targets small fish and involves hours of silence. Fishermen without modern equipment use stilts made by tying a crossbar to a pole and a fishing rod, skills passed down through generations.

Galle Fort & Sea Turtle Hatchery (Overnight in Colombo)

Galle Fort - Galle Fort’s cobblestoned alleyways and streets are filled with modern restaurants, hotels, and shops. Snake charmers and buskers line the seawall. Originally a basic fort by the Portuguese in 1505, the Dutch improved it, including the enormous sea wall. Galle Fort exemplifies the synthesis of European and Asian architecture.

Madu River Safari Ruwa/Ruwa River Safari - The Madu Ganga River is a complex coastal ecosystem of mangroves and islands, possibly one of Sri Lanka’s last pristine mangrove forests. A boat trip reveals hundreds of plant and animal species, including monkeys, water monitor lizards, and various birds. The river and lagoon have around 64 islands, from tiny shrines to one housing 250 families connected by a long footbridge. Visit an island with a Buddhist monastery, where monks show a 150-year-old palm leaf book and cook on cinnamon wood. Local inhabitants produce cinnamon and prawn fish. Evening trips reveal fishermen lighting lanterns to attract shellfish.

Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project - The sea turtle hatchery aims to monitor and conserve local nesting sites. The hatchery allows collected and rescued eggs to hatch safely before release into the sea. Some hatchlings are kept for ‘head starting’ before release. The program maximizes hatchlings reaching the sea and surviving early life stages.

Colombo City Tour & Departure

Colombo - A 3-hour Colombo city tour includes highlights like Galle Face Green, Barefoot, Viharamahadevi Park, Dutch Period Museum, Dutch Hospital, Old City Hall, Arcade Independence Square, Seema Malakaya Meditation Centre, Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque, Wolvendaal Church, St Anthony’s Church, Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Memorial Hall, St Lucia’s Cathedral, and more.

Galle Face Green - Galle Face Green is a 5 ha (12 acres) ocean-side urban park, stretching 500 m (1,600 ft) along Colombo’s coast. Initially laid out in 1859 by Governor Sir Henry George Ward, the original Galle Face Green was larger. It was used for horse racing, golf, cricket, polo, football, tennis, and rugby.

• Private transportation
• Driver guide’s accommodation & food
• All the taxes and service charges
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Guides in UNESCO world heritage sites

• Gratuities
• Entry fees for all the attractions ( client have to purchase)
• Hotels and accommodation
• Safari jeeps and train tickets

Discover the prime highlights of Sri Lanka within a fortnight, accompanied by a local expert. With its globally recognized beaches and mysterious mountains, barren territories to lush rainforests filled with native fauna, upscale accommodation to basic eco-friendly residencies, this compact island has everything. Whether you perceive it as a sanctuary on earth, a forgotten paradise, or any other label, it’s a place inhabited by individuals whose warmth and smiles create an unforgettable memory.

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