Day 1
Arrival in Sri Lanka | Negombo
Meet your representative at the airport and transfer to Negombo. Depending on arrival time, visit the beach or historic town centre.
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Cultural Heritage, Tea Country & Colombo
Travellers who want to discover Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage, scenic hill country and commercial capital.
12 days / 11 nights
Private tour
Tailored to your pace
Your journey at a glance
WilpattuStart
Anuradhapura
Mihintale
Sigiriya
Polonnaruwa
Minneriya
Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Ella
Yala
Mirissa
Galle
ColomboFinish
- WilpattuStart
- Anuradhapura
- Mihintale
- Sigiriya
- Polonnaruwa
- Minneriya
- Kandy
- Nuwara Eliya
- Ella
- Yala
- Mirissa
- Galle
- ColomboFinish
The journey unfolds
Day by day, at your pace.
A proposed route, ready to be shaped around your arrival, interests and comfort. Activities, accommodation and tickets are subject to confirmation.
Day 2
Wilpattu Safari & Transfer to Anuradhapura
Travel towards Wilpattu and enjoy an afternoon safari at Wilpattu National Park, known for natural lakes, forest landscapes and diverse wildlife. Continue to Anuradhapura.
1 / 2Day 3
Anuradhapura Ancient City & Mihintale
Explore Anuradhapura’s sacred stupas, Buddhist monuments and archaeological remains. Continue to Mihintale, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site with ancient religious structures and panoramic views. Proceed to Sigiriya.
1 / 2Day 4
Sigiriya Sunrise, Village Tour & Pidurangala
Start with a sunrise climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress to explore royal remains, frescoes and gardens. During the day, enjoy the Hiriwadunna Village Tour and traditional village activities. In the late afternoon, climb Pidurangala Rock for sunset views overlooking Sigiriya.
1 / 3Day 5
Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari
Visit Polonnaruwa Ancient City, with its royal palace ruins, stupas and Gal Vihara Buddha statues. In the afternoon, enjoy a safari at Minneriya National Park, famous for its elephant population.
1 / 2Day 6
Dambulla, Kandy Temple & Cultural Dance
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, known for Buddhist statues and colourful murals. Continue to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance.
1 / 3Day 7
Royal Botanical Gardens & Nuwara Eliya
Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, known for tropical plants, orchids and landscaped gardens. Continue into tea country and visit a tea plantation and factory. In Nuwara Eliya, explore Victoria Park and Gregory Lake, depending on time.
1 / 3Day 8
Nuwara Eliya to Ella by Train
Transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station for a scenic train journey to Ella, with views of tea estates, mountain valleys and lush highland landscapes.
Day 9
Ella City Tour & Yala Safari
Visit Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Falls. Travel to Yala and enjoy an afternoon safari at Yala National Park, subject to arrival time and park availability.
1 / 3Day 10
Yala to Galle via Coconut Tree Hill
Travel towards the southern coast and visit Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa for coastal views. Continue to Galle Dutch Fort to explore its ramparts, colonial architecture and lighthouse area.
1 / 2Day 11
Galle to Colombo | City Tour
Travel to Colombo and explore Sri Lanka’s commercial capital. Possible visits include Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Memorial Hall, Galle Face Green and Pettah Market, depending on traffic and available time.
1 / 3Day 12
Departure
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.
Planning note: Colombo sightseeing is subject to traffic, opening hours and flight time. For very early flights, the final overnight location may need adjustment.
Stays and the road between
Comfortable hotels or boutique-style stays can be proposed according to your budget. A private vehicle and driver can be arranged to suit the group and route; vehicle and child-seat needs should be agreed in advance.
What your quotation can include
Proposed accommodation, agreed transfers and driver services, and selected activities can be itemised. Meals, entrance tickets, rail seats, safari vehicles and guides should be specifically confirmed.
Usually arranged separately
International flights, travel insurance, entry permissions, personal spending and any service not expressly included in the agreed quotation. Final inclusions and exclusions will be set out before you commit.
Before choosing Cultural Heritage, Tea Country & Colombo
Does this fit my travel dates?
The sample route is 12 days and 11 nights. Compare it with your flight arrival and departure times, and leave time for the final airport transfer. Tell us which days you would prefer to spend sightseeing or resting.
How much will the journey cost?
Request a personalised quotation for your dates and group. Ask for the hotel standard, vehicle and guide arrangements, meals, tickets and activities to be itemised, with any services to be paid separately clearly stated.
Can we change the pace?
Yes, you can use this package as a starting point in the planner. Adjust the dates and daily locations, add your interests and tell us which experiences matter most. Driving estimates are approximate and the proposed arrangements need team confirmation.
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