• One of our representatives will greet you in the arrivals hall with a sign with your name on it and guide you to your transfer vehicle.
• You`ll be accompanied immediately to your hotel.
• Settling into your hotel and free time.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Negombo

DAY 2: DAMBULLA (130 miles)

• Breakfast at the hotel  in Negombo before transferring to Dambulla.
• Visit the cave temple of Dambulla - also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla. Consisting of five caves and a picturesque façade carved into the side of a steep rock face, it houses ancient paintings depicting the life of Buddha.
• The famous Dambulla Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ironwood Forest and the Rose Quartz mountain range are all breathtaking historical sites in this which UNESCO has designated as the country's 'Cultural Triangle'.

Optional activity: Jeep safari, departing from the national park ticket office at 2.30pm (duration: approxmately 3 hours).

Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Dambulla

DAY 3: DAMBULLA 

• Enjoy a picturesque catamaran ride in a reservoir, a relaxing excursion with plenty of nature and wildlife under the guidance of an expert.
• Discover traditional village life and admire the market garden crops of the region.
• Enjoy a glimpse of daily life in a typical house, where a traditional lunch will be served (included).
• Should you wish to climb the Lion's Rock fortress of Sigiriya, you can do so in the evening around 4 PM - the ideal time for the climb (optional at extra cost).
• Your driver-guide will accompany you to the top of the fortress.
• Alternatively, you can return to the hotel and relax.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Dambulla

• Opt for an early morning hike with a guide and climb to Pidurangala Rock to see the sunrise. This incredible 360-degree viewpoint is located opposite the world-famous Sigiriya Lion Rock. Packed breakfast provided.
• Transfer to Kandy where lunch can be enjoyed at a local restaurant on the way (not included).
• En route visit Matale Ayurvedic Village.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Kandy

DAY 5: KANDY

• Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, which is considered to be of monumental imporance from an architectural heritage standpoint. 
• Visit Kandy by Tuk-Tuk (approximately 20-minute tour) and enjoy some shopping in town.
• Rejoin your guide and continue the rest of the tour.
• Visit the Batik and Woodcarving Centre. Discover local arts and crafts, including gemstone cutting.
• Enjoy a late-afternoon Kandyan Dance Cultural Show (Duration: approximately 2 hours )
• Return to your hotel by 7 PM.

Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy

DAY 6: HAPUTALE (62 miles)

• Check out from the hotel and transfer to Hautale via Nuwara-Eliya.
• En route visit a Ceylon tea plantation and tea factory and enjoy a tea picking experience.
• Enjoy a scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella (approximately 3-4 hours). 
• Travelling by train in Sri Lanka is a unique experience. The railway line stretches across the picturesque hills, the countryside magically unspoilt, guaranteeing an unforgettable journey*.

* Please note: It is possible that the day of the train ride and/or the itinerary may be changed. This can occur when a train is overcrowded and/or too late.

Dinner and overnight in Haputale

• After breakfast, check out of the hotel and travel to Yala.
• Your pre-sunrise hike to Ella Rock begins on the railway line and continues along the countryside and plantations. It ends when you reach the peak (approximately 4-5 hours), where you can enjoy a packed breakfast. Enjoy views of the green valley below and the lush green mountain peaks all around.

Optional activity: After visiting Ella Rock, you have the option to embark on a jeep safari in Yala National Park, accompanied by a guide (Departure from the national park ticket office: 2.30 PM. Duration: approximately 3 hours).

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Tissamaharama

DAY 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 OR 14: INDURUWA

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to your selected beach hotel in Induruwa (beach extension).
• Enjoy a few days of sun, sea and beach in a fantastic location. 

DAY 11, 13 OR 15: DEPARTURE

You will be collected by your driver around 5 hours before departure.

For your comfort during your stay, we have specially selected comfortable 4* boutique hotels where you will stay in standard or superior category accommodation.

Your 4* hotels during your tour:

• Negombo: Arie Lagoon - Deluxe Room (or similar)

• Dambulla: Liyya Water Villa - Deluxe Room (or similar)

• Kandy: Simpson’s Forest Boutique - Deluxe Room (or similar)

• Happutale: Grand Beragala Boutique - Deluxe Room (or similar)

• Tissamaharama: Rock Wild Yala - Deluxe Room (or similar)

•  Induruwa: R Degrees Luxury Boutique Hotel - Deluxe Room (or similar)

Please note: Guests arriving at the airport during the night and desirous of an early check-in and breakfast at the hotel on arrival day will need to opt for Optional Early Check-in. Otherwise, the rooms will be available at 2 pm.

Enjoy the company of an English-speaking local guide during your trip, and make the very most of your stay. 

Discover the majesty of Sigiriya (The Lion Rock), an iconic site in Sri Lanka, with a unique climbing experience. Get ready to climb the rock-carved stairs to the top of the fortress, past murals and hanging gardens, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Set off on a guided safari adventure in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka's second-largest and most-visited national park.

Set off on an unforgettable adventure in the Minneriya National Park on a jeep safari to see some of Sri Lanka's exceptional wildlife.

With 8 Unesco World Heritage Sites to be found on such a small area of land and a 2,000 year old culture, Sri Lanka is as fascinating as it is beautiful. A destination that is often skipped by many a traveller on their trips to India or Asia, Sri Lanka remains one of the Indo-Asian best kept secrets. Visit its ancient sites and marvel over its legendary temples, or see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree, Anuradhapura.

Take a tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrodden, beaches. Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. In addition, you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride. With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, where the charm of the people will simply enchant you.

Kandy is the former royal capital of Ceylon, and was listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988. The city is renowned for its iconic Temple of the Tooth, which is said to contain the tooth of Buddha. Don't miss the gorgeous botanical gardens of Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, with its astonishing collection of orchids, just 5.5 km to the west of Kandy city.

Negombo is a coastal city located about 37km north of Colombo, Sri Lanka's commercial capital. It is home to a large fishing community that has been in operation for centuries, making it a hub for fresh seafood. The city is also famous for its long, sandy beach, which attracts visitors from all over the world. Negombo has a rich history, and visitors can explore landmarks such as the Dutch Fort and the St. Mary's Church. Additionally, the city is located close to Bandaranaike International Airport, making it a convenient place to start or end a trip to Sri Lanka.