Best of Sri Lanka

Day 1: Arrival in Sri Lanka – Negombo

• Morning: Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo. Transfer to Negombo, a coastal city known for its sandy beaches and Dutch colonial architecture.
• Afternoon: Check into your hotel and relax. Explore the Negombo fish market, Dutch Canal, and the beautiful St. Mary’s Church.
• Evening: Enjoy a sunset walk along the beach or a boat ride in the Negombo Lagoon.
• Overnight: Negombo.

Day 2: Negombo – Sigiriya

• Morning: Depart for Sigiriya. En route, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient Buddhist murals and statues.
• Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Sigiriya. Afterward, visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as Lion’s Rock, and enjoy panoramic views from the top.
• Evening: Relax at the hotel or explore the surrounding countryside.
• Overnight: Sigiriya.

Day 3: Sigiriya – Kandy

• Morning: Travel to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. En route, visit the Matale Spice Garden to learn about the island’s spices and herbs.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Kandy and check into your hotel. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site.
• Evening: Witness a traditional Kandyan dance performance.
• Overnight: Kandy.

Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

• Morning: Take a scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya, often referred to as “Little England” for its cool climate and colonial architecture. En route, visit a tea plantation and factory to see how Ceylon tea is made.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and check into your hotel. Explore the town, including Gregory Lake, Victoria Park, and the colonial-era buildings.
• Evening: Relax and enjoy the cool climate.
• Overnight: Nuwara Eliya.

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya – Ella

• Morning: Take a picturesque train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, considered one of the most scenic train journeys in the world.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Ella and check into your hotel. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak for breathtaking views.
• Evening: Explore the charming town of Ella or relax at your hotel.
• Overnight: Ella.

Day 6: Ella – Yala National Park

• Morning: Depart for Yala National Park. En route, visit the Ravana Falls, one of the widest falls in Sri Lanka.
• Afternoon: Arrive at Yala and check into your hotel or safari lodge. Embark on an afternoon jeep safari in Yala National Park, famous for its leopards, elephants, and diverse wildlife.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner at the lodge and relax.
• Overnight: Yala.

Day 7: Yala – Galle

• Morning: Travel to Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved Dutch Fort.
• Afternoon: Explore the Galle Fort, including the lighthouse, old Dutch Reformed Church, and the ramparts. Stroll through the charming streets lined with colonial buildings, boutique shops, and cafes.
• Evening: Watch the sunset over the fort walls and relax at your hotel.
• Overnight: Galle.

Day 8: Galle – Colombo – Departure

• Morning: Travel back to Colombo. En route, stop at a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda to learn about sea turtle conservation.
• Afternoon: Arrive in Colombo and enjoy a brief city tour, visiting landmarks such as the Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and Galle Face Green.
• Evening: Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight.