Holiday Tour 14 days

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Overview

This two-week journey takes you through the full spectrum of Sri Lankan experiences, combining culture, wildlife, adventure, and relaxation. You’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, encounter elephants and leopards in their natural habitats, relax on some of the island’s most beautiful beaches, and visit sacred temples and ancient ruins that tell the story of Sri Lanka’s rich history.

The tour begins with visits to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and safari experiences at Minneriya National Park before heading to the ancient city of Anuradhapura, home to the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree and historic Buddhist monuments. You’ll also explore the famous Dambulla Cave Temple and climb Sigiriya Rock, one of the country’s most recognizable landmarks. The eastern coast offers pristine beaches in Trincomalee, where you can enjoy whale watching, snorkeling at Pigeon Island, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Nilaveli Beach.

From the coast, the tour moves inland to the cultural heart of Sri Lanka in Kandy, where you’ll visit the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy traditional cultural performances. The hill country showcases tea plantations, waterfalls, and panoramic mountain views in Nuwara Eliya and Ella. An early morning trek to Horton Plains and a visit to the iconic Nine Arch Bridge add to the adventure.

The final leg of the tour takes you south for a wildlife safari in Yala National Park, beach time in Bentota, and visits to Galle Fort and Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. You’ll also spend time in Colombo exploring the National Museum and the city’s modern developments before wrapping up with bird watching at Muthurajawela wetlands. This tour offers a complete Sri Lankan experience from start to finish. Reach out to us to customize this itinerary or secure your spot today.

Itinerary

  • Arrive at Colombo Airport.
  • A guide will meet and welcome you at the arrival gate.
  • You will head directly to your nearest Negombo Beach Hotel.
  • Overnight at a Negombo Beach Hotel.
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  • After breakfast, start the journey to Dambulla.

  • En route, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, which houses 80 disabled elephants and infants, and where you can watch baby elephants feeding.

  • In the afternoon, enjoy an amazing jeep safari at Minneriya National Park.

  • Overnight at a Dambulla hotel.

  • After breakfast, start the journey to the Sacred City of Anuradhapura Kingdom.

  • See the Sri Maha Bodhi tree (the oldest tree in the world).

  • Visit  Ruwanweli Pagoda, which contains the highest relics of Lord Buddha.

  • See the king’s swimming pool of Kuttam Pokuna and all other important religious and historical landmarks and ruins.

  • Visit the Cave Temple at Dambulla, famous for its five caves, each with a unique collection of Buddha statues and vibrant murals.

  • The attractive frescoes are designed on the walls and ceiling.

  • Overnight at a Dambulla hotel.

  • After breakfast, start the journey to Trincomalee Beach, located on Sri Lanka’s East coast.

    • Trincomalee has Nilaveli beach, which is considered the most beautiful beach in Sri Lanka with white sand and blue water.

  • Spend time relaxing at Nilaveli Beach.

  • Overnight at a Trincomalee hotel.

  • Wake up early morning and start the journey to see Whale watching at Trincomalee.

  • You will be able to see lots of dolphins and whales.

  • This will be an amazing and truly memorable adventure.

  • Return to the hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing.

  • Overnight at a Trincomalee Hotel.

  • After breakfast, start the journey to Pigeon Island by boat.

  • Enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving.

  • Watch rainbow color fish and explore the beautiful corals in Trincomalee Beach.

  • Overnight at a Trincomalee Hotel.

  • After breakfast, start the journey to Dambulla.

  • Hike

    • Pidurangala Rock and explore Sigiriya Rock.

  • Sigiriya Rock is a UNESCO world heritage site with ancient ruins and frescoes.

  • Enjoy the Hiriwadunna village experience, including traveling by Bullock carts, getting a tree hut experience, enjoying village cooking, and traveling by tuk-tuk.

  • Overnight at a Dambulla hotel.

  • After breakfast, start the journey to the Kingdom of Kandy.

  • En route, visit the Matale Spice Garden to experience authentic Sri Lankan recipes and handmade products.

  • Kandy was the last independent monarchy of Sri Lanka, offering natural defenses due to its mountainous and forested landscape.

  • Check in to the Kandy hotel.

  • At 3 pm, visit the Temple of Tooth Kandy, the temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Gautama Buddha.

  • At 5 pm, enjoy watching cultural shows at Kandy city.

  • Overnight at a Kandy hotel.

  • In the morning, visit the Gems and Jewelry Museum at Kandy.

  • Then, go to the Kandy market to see beautiful authentic Sri Lankan Batik, Silk clothing, and Art and craft creations.

  • In the afternoon, start a journey to Nuwara Eliya.

  • Stop at Ramboda Waterfall, which is the 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. It offers a beautiful, majestic sight surrounded by lush greenery and is a must-visit destination.

  • Damro tea factory and tea shop.

  • Enjoy seeing the scenic tea plantation and wonderful landscaping in the hill country on the destination.

  • Overnight at a Nuwara Eliya hotel.

  • Early morning at 5 am, start the journey to see Horton Plains Bakers Falls, located at Horton Plains National Park.

  • In the afternoon, travel to see

    • Ella nature Paradise and enjoy the 360-degree panoramic view of Adam’s Peak.

    • This offers a breathtaking scenery, including rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and the vast expanse of the surrounding landscape.

  • Nine Arch Bridge, known as the “Bridge in the Sky,” situated between Ella and Demodara railway stations. It connects two mountains and offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape.

  • Overnight at a Yala hotel.

  • Early morning, start the journey to the Bentota beach hotel.

  • En route, visit Yala National Park by Safari jeep.

  • In the afternoon, explore and see the view of

    • Galle Dutch Fort, the UNESCO world heritage site. It was originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later modified and improved by the Dutch. The fort, with its ramparts and historic buildings, is a popular tourist destination, offering a glimpse into the colonial part of the region.

  • Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, a conservation center focused on protecting sea turtles. It serves for hatching and releasing baby turtles, as well as providing care for injured or disabled turtles.

  • Overnight at a Bentota hotel.

  • After breakfast, visit the National Museum at Colombo.

  • It is the largest museum in Sri Lanka and holds the nation’s cultural and natural heritage.

  • A wide array of artifacts are exhibited there, including ancient rock inscriptions, swords, pottery, weapons, skeletal remains, jewelry, old coins, the throne of the last king of Sri Lanka, the skeleton of a Giant Blue Whale, and various ancient collections.

  • Lodge at Galle Face Green Garden, where you can enjoy local sea foods and night life.

  • Next, travel to Port City Colombo, a newly developed and planned beautiful city that provides multi-services in this Special Economic Zone.

  • Overnight at a Colombo hotel.

  • Early morning, start the journey to see the Muthurajawela wetland. This land is a natural attraction for bird watching.

  • Arrange a Muthurajawela Dutch Canal Boat trip to enjoy.

  • The area was once a huge paddy cultivation and those were converted for marshes comprising sedge and grasses now. It has a bird sanctuary also.

  • Negombo lagoon is covered by Mangroves and Aquatic plants. This wetland is a beautiful green garden close to Colombo city.

  • In the evening, go to Negombo Town Fish Market and Fishing Port.

  • The majority of Negombo villagers are occupied by fishing and tourism.

  • Go to Luis place, an area where tourists can utilize and gain various needs such as foods, entertaining games, accommodations, refreshments, shopping, and all other benefits.

  • Overnight at a Negombo hotel.

  • Travel back to Bandaranayaka International Airport for departure.

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