Ancient Kingdoms & Coastal Bliss
From Sigiriya’s Rocks to Galle’s Fort Walls
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Start this journey at Sigiriya, climbing the iconic rock fortress and experiencing local village life. Continue to Kandy for spiritual visits and spice gardens, then head into the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya and the adventurous trails of Ella. Cap it off with a wildlife safari in Yala and a relaxing drive through the south...
What's included
Destination
Bentota , Ella , Galle , Kandy , Nuwara Eliya , Sigiriya , 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
Start this journey at Sigiriya, climbing the iconic rock fortress and experiencing local village life. Continue to Kandy for spiritual visits and spice gardens, then head into the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya and the adventurous trails of Ella. Cap it off with a wildlife safari in Yala and a relaxing drive through the south coast beaches to Bentota.
Best Time: Nov–Apr for wildlife and beaches
- Tour Timeline
Tour Timeline
Day 1
Airport to Sigiriya
- Pickup and transfer to Sigiriya.
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 2
Sigiriya Adventures
- Sunrise hike at Pidurangala Rock.
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Optional: Safari in Minneriya/Kaudulla.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 3
Sigiriya → Kandy
- Drive to Kandy via Spice Garden & Matale Temple.
- Evening Kandy Cultural Show & Temple visit.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Day 4
Nuwara Eliya
- Botanical Garden, Tea Factory Visit.
- Ramboda Falls and a colonial Nuwara Eliya city walk.
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Day 5
Ella → Yala
- Train or drive to Ella, explore Ella highlights.
- Continue to Yala in the evening.
Overnight Stay: Yala
Day 6
Yala → Galle
- Morning safari in Yala.
- Drive along the scenic south coast, pass stilt fishermen.
Overnight Stay: Galle
Day 7
Galle → Airport
- Morning walk in Dutch Fort.
- Optional: Madu River Safari or Turtle Hatchery.
- Airport drop off.
More about Bentota Discover Bentota
Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon. Coral-rich dive sites include Canoe Rock. On Bentota River, centuries-old Galapota Temple has a large Buddha statue. Southeast is Lunuganga, the estate and gardens of architect Geoffrey Bawa. Northeast is his brother Bevis's Brief Garden
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 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 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.
