DAY 01 : Airport to Anuradhapura

DAY 02 : Anuradhapura to Sigiriya

Explore the eight sacred places in Anuradhapura which is called Atamasthana in Sinhala.

Anuradhapura ancient city is enriched with archeological and architectural wonders such as

Dagobas, renovated stupas, Monasteries and temples, Statues of Gauthama Buddha built

during Anuradhapura’s thousand years of rule over Sri Lanka.

Activities;

-Anuradhapura Ancient city tour

Overnight stay at Sigiriya

DAY 03 : Sigiriya

After breakfast we will be driving to Sigiriya Rock.

-Sigiriya Excursion.

This world heritage site, a spectacular rock fortress, is one of Sri Lanka’s major attractions. The most

impressive facets of the unique complex are the water gardens, the frescoes of beautiful maidens, and the

mirror wall with the ancient graffiti, the lion platform and the summit of 1.6 hectares, which was completely

covered by buildings during the period of sigiriya’s glory.

-Traditional Village tour with the lunch and cooking demonstration. (Optional)

After Sigiriya climb we will be visiting a village kitchen using a bullock cart and crossing a lake on a catamaran

to taste the local authentic food which will be cooked in front of you with the traditional cooking methods

which was used by the Sri Lankans.

-In the evening, we will be having a jeep safari at the Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park which is famous only

for the Sri Lankan wild Elephants. (Optional)

Overnight stay at Sigiriya

DAY 04 : Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa

-After breakfast proceed to Polonnaruwa,

Which is the Sri Lanka’s second ancient capital city. Explore the city by bicycle the easiest way to get around

the places and temple complex. While the local bikes may be old, they are good enough to get the job done.

Plonnaruwa rose to fame as the capital after the decline of Anuradhapura. Its period of greatness was from

10thto 12th Centuries AD. The entire landscape of the region is punctuated by huge man-made reservoirs,

veritable inland seas the most famous of which is the Parakrama Samudra or the Sea of Parakrama, larger in

size than the Colombo harbor. The monuments of this medieval city are relatively well preserved and give

clear evidence of the glory of Sri Lanka’s past. See the royal palace complex, the quadrangle with its

concentration of ancient heritage and the spectacular Gal vihara complex of four massive statues of the Lord

Buddha, cut from a single slab of granite – highlight of ancient Sri Lankan rock carving.

-Visit to a wood carving factory and outlet.

When you return to the hotel in Sigirya you have time to enjoy an ayurvedic massage in the same area since

Habarana is much famous for authentic Ayurvedic treatments and massages.

Overnight stay at Sigiriya.

DAY 05 : Sigiriya to Kandy

-After breakfast proceed to Kandy.

The cultural capital of Sri Lanka, the Kandy city is full of history, culture and unique

personality. The city is surrounded by some majestic mountains and it attractive touring

destinations for the travelers, who want to enjoy the natural beauty of this island along with

exploring the rich and colorful culture.

Activities;

-visit to the Dambulla cave temple

The Caves of Dambulla were originally used as a refuge for King Valagambahu who was seeking exile and was

protected by the Buddhist monks of Dambulla. Later, once he regained his throne in Anuradhapura, the king

converted the caves into a magnificent temple complex. The colourful frescos which cover the ceiling of the

caves date back over 2,000 years. The Dambulla cave temple houses the largest number of statues of the Lord

Buddha found in a single location.

-Visit to the Ceylon Spices and Herbal Garden where you will witness all the uses of Ayurveda herbal medicine

and production of the Sri Lankan spices.

After reaching Kandy explore the impressive city tour with some factory visits (Ceylon

Sapphires Factory, Batik and Silk factories) and in the evening you will have the opportunity to

witness a performance by the acrobatic Kandyan dancers.

-Visiting Temple of tooth Kandy.

- Overnight stay at Kandy.

DAY 06 : Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

-After breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya.

Nuwara Eliya delightful and historic Hill Country town is known as ‘Little England’, because it was here that the

colonial British administrators made their summer retreats in the image of their home country. Nuwara Eliya

literally means ‘City of Light’, and is now a favorite with domestic holidaymakers enjoying the colonial hotels,

golf, and unique mix of past and present.

-Optional visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya on the way to Nuwara Eliya.

147 acres in extent, created around 1750 and the garden includes more than 4000 species of plants,

including orchids, medicinal plants and palm trees etc...

-On the way we will be visiting a Tea factory and a Tea plantation to witness the process of turning the raw

green leaf into the familiar black/brown finished product.

-Stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 07 : Nuwara Eliya to Ella

Ella is a congested town located in Sri Lanka. Ella is pure natural beauty, with its waterfalls, greenery, and hills

it is just jaw-dropping. ... Ella is the perfect place to go to if one wants to refresh the brain...

After breakfast you will proceed to Nanu Oya railway station to experience the most fascinating rail journey in

Sri Lanka which goes through the tea plantations until you get down from Ella railway station where our

chauffeur will meet you to get you back to the hotel in Ella where you spend that night.

Overnight stay at Ella.

DAY 08 : Ella

-Morning after breakfast we will be climbing the Little Adam’s Peak in Ella which will have fascinating views

from the top of the mountain of Ella Gap and Ella Rock.

-Later we can have a walk to the famous Nine Arches Bridge in Ella which is famous among travelers as the

Hogwarts Bridge.

-Overnight stay at the hotel in Ella.

DAY 09 : Tissamaharama

After breakfast proceed to Yala

Photo stops at RAVANA WATERFALL

Upon arrival enjoy a jeep safari at Yala National Park.

Check in at hotel and relax

Overnight stay at Tissamaharama

DAY 10 : Mirissa

After breakfast, check-out and transferred to Mirissa

After having our breakfast, we will be driving to the beautiful southern coast of Sri Lanka.

Check in at hotel and explore the nice sea food restaurants along the coast.

Overnight stay at Mirissa

DAY 11 : Mirissa

WHALE WATCHING TOUR (OPTIONAL)

This day we will be leaving the hotel a bit earlier to sail in the deep ocean in search of the whales, the largest

creatures in the ocean.

After the whale watching tour the rest of the day will be leisure at beach or hotel.

Full Day relax by the Beach and explore on your own

Overnight stay at Mirissa

DAY 12 : Mirissa to Negombo

Transfer to Galle and proceed on a city tour in Galle Fort on the way to Negombo

GALLE

Sri Lanka’s most historically interesting town is Galle. It was a major port until about 100 years, but today still

handles shipping and sailing boats in the natural harbor. Stroll around the lighthouse and harbor or visit the

old town where you can see the traditional lace makers and wood carvers and purchase some the finest

souvenirs.

THE DUTCH FORT

The South Coast’s major city is Galle, whose oldest landmark is the massive Portuguese and Dutch Fort which

is a “World Heritage Site” in which the central city is contained. But the city may be much older. Some scholars

believe it to be the “Tarshish” of the Old Testament, to which King Solomon sent his merchant vessels, and to

which Jonah fled from the Lord. Today, the 90-acre Galle Fort shows no evidence of the Portuguese founders.

The Dutch incorporated the Portuguese northern wall in a great rampart in 1663. A second, taller wall was

built inside of it. Between the two walls, a covered passage connected the central bastion with the Fort’s two

half bastions overlooking the sea. The Dutch also installed a sophisticated drainage system, complete with

brick-lined underground sewers that were flushed twice a day by the high and low tides. The original gate to

the fort was by the harbor. It is still there, marked by the British Coat-of-arms on the front and the Dutch

V.O.C. (Vereenigde OostIndische Compagnie) with the Coat-of-arms with a rooster crest, on the inner side of

the Fort.

MADU RIVER

The Madu river is a shallow water body in south-west Sri Lanka, which enters the sea

at  Balapitiya .The Buddhist  Amarapura Nikaya  sect had its first upasampada (higher ordination ceremony) on a

fleet of boats anchored upon it in 1803. The Buddhist  Kothduwa temple  is situated on an isolated island in the

lake. Together with the smaller Ramboda Lake, to which it is connected by two narrow channels, it forms the

Madu Ganga wetland. Its estuary and the many mangrove islets on it constitute a complex coastal

wetland ecosystem. In has high ecological, biological and aesthetic significance, being home to 303 species of

plants belonging to 95 families and to 248 species of vertebrate animals. It might be one of the last remaining

tracts of pristine mangrove forests in Sri Lanka. The inhabitants of its islets produce peeled cinnamon and

cinnamon oil.

VISITING A MARINE TURTLE HATCHERY

A valuable conservation project that protects the endangered Marine Turtles of Sri Lanka. Globally, all seven

species of marine turtles existing are endangered. Out of these seven, five species of sea turtles come ashore

to nest in Sri Lanka. The process of marine turtles nesting, hatchlings being born, and swimming back to sea is

an ancient and phenomenal ritual that is fascinating to observe.

-Overnight stay at the hotel in Negombo.

DAY 13 : Departure

-If you have free time in the morning, you have the chance to explore Negombo City and enjoy a beautiful boat

tour in Negombo Lagoon this will be based on the departure flight time.

-Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.