12-Day Itinerary: Ultimate Sri Lanka Adventure

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12-Day Itinerary: Ultimate Sri Lanka Adventure

Duration

12 Days

Night

9 Days

Tour Type

Grand Sri Lanka Discovery

Tour Activities

  • Lagoon Tour in Negombo: Explore the lagoon ecosystem and watch fishermen in action.
  • Negombo Fish Market Visit: Witness the hustle and bustle of a traditional Sri Lankan fish market.
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress: Climb and explore ancient ruins and frescoes.
  • Polonnaruwa City Tour: Cycle around ancient ruins and lakes.
  • Minneriya Elephant Safari: Watch wild elephants in their natural habitat.
  • Dambulla Cave Temple: Discover centuries-old Buddhist art.
  • Kandy Cultural Show: Enjoy an evening of dance and music.
  • Train Ride to Nuwara Eliya: Take in breathtaking views of tea estates.
  • Horton Plains National Park: Hike to World’s End and Baker’s Falls.
  1. Little Adam’s Peak: Hike for incredible mountain views in Ella.
  2. Nine Arches Bridge: Photograph this stunning architectural wonder.
  3. Yala Safari Adventure: Spot elusive leopards and other wildlife.
  4. Galle Fort Walk: Immerse yourself in the history and charm of the fort.
  5. Stilt Fishing in Weligama: Watch or try this traditional fishing method.
  6. Whale Watching in Mirissa: Spot blue whales and dolphins in the Indian Ocean.
  7. Sinharaja Rainforest Trek: Explore Sri Lanka’s biodiversity hotspot.
  8. Water Sports in Bentota: Go jet skiing, windsurfing, or banana boating.
  9. Colombo City Exploration: Visit historic sites, shop, and enjoy fine dining.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo & Transfer to Negombo

  • Arrive and relax in Negombo.
  • Evening lagoon tour and seafood dinner.
  • Overnight stay in Negombo.

Day 2: Negombo – Sigiriya

  • Morning visit to the Negombo Fish Market.
  • Drive to Sigiriya.
  • Evening climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
  • Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 3: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Minneriya

  • Morning tour of Polonnaruwa Ancient City.
  • Afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park.
  • Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 4: Sigiriya – Dambulla – Kandy

  • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple and spice garden en route to Kandy.
  • Evening visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
  • Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 5: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

  • Tour Royal Botanical Gardens.
  • Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya, visiting tea factories.
  • Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya – Horton Plains – Ella

  • Morning trek at Horton Plains and World’s End.
  • Train journey to Ella.
  • Overnight stay in Ella.

 

Day 7: Ella – Yala National Park

  • Explore Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arches Bridge.
  • Drive to Yala for an evening safari.
  • Overnight stay in Yala.

Day 8: Yala – Galle – Bentota

  • Visit Galle Fort and stilt fishermen.
  • Transfer to Bentota.
  • Overnight stay in Bentota.

Day 9: Bentota – Mirissa

  • Morning water sports in Bentota.
  • Drive to Mirissa for whale watching.
  • Overnight stay in Mirissa.

Day 10: Mirissa – Sinharaja Rainforest

  • Visit the Sinharaja Rainforest, a biodiversity hotspot.
  • Overnight stay in Sinharaja area.

Day 11: Sinharaja – Colombo

  • Drive to Colombo.
  • City tour and shopping.
  • Overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 12: Colombo – Departure

  • Morning at leisure.
  • Transfer to the airport for departure.

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