A sneak peak of all that Sri Lanka has to offer. This trip will make you want to come back for more!
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Your accommodation, meal plan and transfers are tailored to your preferences & budget
- Bring cool & comfortable clothing!
- Sunscreen, flip flops, walking shoes and insect repellent will always come in handy!
- At all religious sites in Sri Lanka everyone is expected to dress respectfully in modest light coloured clothing, with shoulders & knees covered. No hats or footwear are allowed inside temples, so flip flops (which you would have to leave at the entrance) and an extra pair of socks are a good idea so you do not have to walk barefoot on the hot ground.
- Beach destinations may vary based on time of travel.
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Sri Lanka, you will be met and assisted by your guide. Transfer to your hotel in Dambulla, check-in, and unwind after your flight.
Overnight stay in Dambulla/Habarana/Sigiriya.
Later this morning enjoy a walk through a rural village following a cookery class and savour the fruits of your labour on a leafy plate- a banana leaf.
Later in the afternoon set off for Sigiriya and climb the Sigiriya Rock, also known as the “Lion Rock”.
Overnight stay in Dambulla/Habarana/Sigiriya.
Early this morning proceed to Polonnaruwa and explore the UNESCO World Heritage and a well-planned medieval city.
In the afternoon, leave for Minneriya and enjoy a safari at Minneriya National Park.
Overnight stay in Dambulla/Habarana/Sigiriya.
This morning after breakfast explore the famous Golden Rock cave temple.
On completion proceed to Kandy. En route you will visit a spice garden following a local lunch.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
Spend the morning at leisure.
Later in the afternoon visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, locally known as Sri Dalada Maligawa, the most sacred temple in the whole of Sri Lanka. Afterwards explore the city while tasting some local street foods then enjoy a Kandyan Cultural show.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
Today after breakfast you will proceed to Gal Oya, one of Sri Lanka’s most remote and least visited wilderness areas.
In the afternoon optionally you can enjoy a cycle tour or a bird walk.
Overnight stay in Gal Oya.
In the morning join with the village chief as he takes you on a walk through the jungles of his ancestors.
Afterwards you will have a hands on experience in a outdoor jungle kitchen learning how to make some local delicacies.
Later in the afternoon enjoy a boat safari, the only experience in Sri Lanka that allows you to spot wildlife from the water.
Overnight stay in Gal Oya.
This morning you will be taken on a jeep ride into the forgotten Nilgala section of the park, once the protectorate of ancient royalty for the abundant medicinal plants and endemic birdlife unique to this ecosystem.
Afterwards leave for Koslanda.
Overnight stay in Koslanda.
Today you have a full day at the Lodge to relax, explore, or join in activities.
Overnight stay in Koslanda.
Today after breakfast leave for Thalpe.
Overnight stay in Thalpe.
This morning explore a lesser-known tea plantation and factory not far from Galle and take a trip through tea production from the plantation's pathways to leaf processing.
Afterwards proceed to a Cinnamon Experience. Walk in the trails of a Cinnamon Planter and experience the chain of events in the process. Then enjoy a cinnamon infused lunch.
Spend the evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in Thalpe.
This morning hop on a cycle and explore lesser-known parts of rural Galle by bicycle. End the tour at a local house and enjoy a homemade rice and curry.
In the evening explore the UNESCO-protected Galle Fort, a centuries-old fortified enclave.
Overnight stay in Thalpe.
Spend the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Thalpe.
Today after breakfast leave for Colombo.
En route visit the Lunuganga Estate, a work of a famous creator, the architect Geoffrey Bawa and indulge in a traditional rice and curry.
Overnight stay in Colombo.
Spend the morning at leisure.
Later in the afternoon, join with a local and enjoy a foodie walk in Colombo.
Overnight stay in Colombo.