Essence of Sri Lanka

• Depart for Sigiriya (Approx. 4 hrs)

• En route, visit Dambulla Cave Temple – filled with stunning Buddha statues and ancient wall art

• Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a 5th-century palace atop a massive rock with frescoes and panoramic views

• Optional: Village tour with a traditional bullock cart ride and local lunch

• Overnight in Sigiriya

• Drive to Kandy (Approx. 2.5 hrs)

• Visit Matale Spice Garden for a guided tour of Sri Lanka’s spices

• In Kandy, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Lanka’s most sacred Buddhist temple

• Evening: Watch a Kandyan dance performance showcasing traditional music and drumming

• Overnight in Kandy

• Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya through tea-covered hills

• Visit Ramboda Waterfalls and a Tea Factory to learn about the tea-making process

• Explore colonial Nuwara Eliya town and Gregory Lake

• Enjoy the cool climate and serene surroundings

• Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

• Take the scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella – famed as one of the world’s most beautiful train rides

• Arrive in Ella, a relaxed mountain village surrounded by green peaks

• Visit Nine Arches Bridge, and optionally hike to Little Adam’s Peak for sunset views

• Overnight in Ella

• Depart for Yala National Park (Approx. 3 hrs)

• Stop at Rawana Falls on the way

• In the afternoon, go on a thrilling safari in Yala, home to elephants, leopards, crocodiles, and many bird species

• Relax at a safari lodge in the evening

• Overnight near Yala

• Drive to Mirissa (Approx. 4 hrs)

• Spend the day unwinding on the golden sands of Mirissa Beach

• Visit Coconut Tree Hill for sunset and panoramic ocean views

• Overnight in Mirissa

• Optional: Early morning whale-watching tour in Mirissa

• Visit the charming Galle Fort, a colonial-era coastal fort with shops, cafes, and sea views

• Stroll along Unawatuna Beach

• Travel to Colombo (Approx. 2 hrs) and enjoy a final evening in the city

• Overnight in Colombo

Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure with amazing memories