Culture, Coast & Wildlife Blend
From Sigiriya to Trincomalee & the Southern Wilds
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A varied itinerary across ancient cities, golden beaches, cool highlands, and national parks in 11 enriching days.
What's included
Destination
Colombo , Ella , Galle , Kandy , Mirissa , Nuwara Eliya , Sigiriya , Trincomalee , Yala Discover Destinations
Departure Location
Katunayake International Airport, Sri Lanka
Return Location
Katunayake International Airport, Sri Lanka
Price includes
- Bottled Water
- Hotel accommodations with breakfast
- Jeep Safaris
- Private driver/guide with air-conditioned vehicle
- Train Ride
Price does not include
- Entrance tickets
- Lunches/dinners
- optional-activities
Spend your first few days exploring Sigiriya, Dambulla, and the historic Anuradhapura ruins. Head east to relax on the white beaches of Trincomalee, snorkel at Pigeon Island, and then move inland to Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. Travel by train to Ella, then venture into Yala for an unforgettable safari. Cap off your tour on the beaches of Mirissa and visit colonial Galle before heading home.
Recommended For: Adventurers & sea lovers
- Tour Timeline
Tour Timeline
DAY 1
Arrival in Colombo
- Warm welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport by your private chauffeur.
- Optional: Visit Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and Galle Face Green.
- Evening at leisure or enjoy a sunset stroll.
Overnight Stay: Colombo
DAY 2
Colombo → Sigiriya
- Stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage en route.
- Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple – UNESCO heritage site.
- Optional: Traditional village lunch and bullock cart ride.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
DAY 3
Sigiriya & Safari
- Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress with panoramic views.
- Optional: Visit Pidurangala Rock.
- Afternoon wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
DAY 4
Sigiriya → Trincomalee
- Scenic drive to the east coast.
- Relax at Nilaveli Beach or enjoy water activities.
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
DAY 5
Trincomalee Highlights
- Visit Koneswaram Temple and Lovers Leap viewpoint.
- Optional: Snorkeling trip to Pigeon Island or hot springs visit.
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
DAY 6
Trincomalee → Kandy
- Travel through scenic hills.
- Visit the Matale Hindu Temple and a spice garden tour.
- Evening cultural dance show in Kandy.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
DAY 7
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
- Morning visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
- Explore Royal Botanical Gardens.
- Scenic drive with stops at tea estates, Ramboda Falls.
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya
DAY 8
Train to Ella
- Enjoy the world-famous train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella.
- Visit the Nine Arches Bridge, hike Little Adam’s Peak.
Overnight Stay: Ella
DAY 9
Ella → Yala
- Explore Ravana Falls, optional Ella Rock hike.
- Continue to Yala. Evening leisure.
Overnight Stay: Yala
DAY 10
Safari & Beach
- Early morning jeep safari in Yala National Park.
- Drive along the southern coastline to Mirissa with photo stops.
Overnight Stay: Mirissa
DAY 11
Galle & Departure
- Morning whale watching (seasonal).
- Visit the Galle Dutch Fort.
- Optional: Stilt fishermen photo stop, Madu River Safari.
- Transfer to the airport for departure.
More about Colombo Discover Colombo
Colombo is the executive and judicial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka by population. The Colombo metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of 5.6 million, and 752,993 within the municipal limits. It is the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination.
More about Ella Discover Ella
Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometres east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres above sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna.
More about Galle Discover Galle
Galle is a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It’s known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Stone sea walls, expanded by the Dutch, encircle car-free streets with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. Notable buildings include the 18th-century Dutch Reformed Church. Galle Lighthouse stands on the fort’s southeast tip.
More about Kandy
Kandy is a large city in central Sri Lanka. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforest. The city's heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake), which is popular for strolling. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) shrine, celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession.
More about Mirissa Discover Mirissa
Mirissa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 150 kilometres south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 4 metres above sea level. Mirissa's beach and nightlife make it a popular tourist destination.
More about Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya is a city in the tea country hills of central Sri Lanka. The naturally landscaped Hakgala Botanical Gardens displays roses and tree ferns, and shelters monkeys and blue magpies. Nearby Seetha Amman Temple, a colorful Hindu shrine, is decorated with religious figures. Densely forested Galway's Land National Park is a sanctuary for endemic and migratory bird species, including bulbuls and flycatchers.
More about Sigiriya
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite approximately 180 m high.
More about Trincomalee Discover Trincomalee
Trincomalee is a port city on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka. Set on a peninsula, Fort Frederick was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. Within its grounds, the grand Koneswaram Temple stands on Swami Rock cliff, a popular vantage point for blue-whale watching. The holy complex contains ornate shrines and a massive statue of Shiva. Nearby Gokanna Temple has panoramic views over the city and the coastline.
More about Yala Discover Yala
Yala National Park is a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. It’s home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species. Inland, Sithulpawwa is an ancient Buddhist monastery. Nearby caves contain centuries-old rock paintings. Southwest, Magul Maha Viharaya also has ancient Buddhist ruins. Both are pilgrimage sites.
