Sri Lanka Cultural, Heritage & Wildlife Journey – 14 Days
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This 14-day journey across Sri Lanka unfolds a rich blend of ancient capitals, northern Jaffna’s cultural spirit, iconic UNESCO sites, misty tea highlands, and unforgettable wildlife safaris, ending with the southern coastal charm of Galle.
- Cultural & Heritage
- Pilgrimage & Temples
- Tea Country Experience
- Wildlife & Safaris
- Northern Exploration
- Scenic Highlands & Nature
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival & Negombo Stay
Arrive in Sri Lanka and relax at the coastal town of Negombo, known for its fishing villages, lagoon views, and golden sandy beaches.
- Meet & greet on arrival
- Transfer to Negombo hotel
- Dinner & overnight stay in Negombo
Day 2 - Ancient Anuradhapura & Mihintale
Discover the sacred ruins of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s first capital, and explore Mihintale, the cradle of Buddhism where history and spirituality unite.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Anuradhapura city tour (UNESCO site)
- Visit sacred Bodhi Tree, stupas & palaces
- Afternoon visit Mihintale monastery complex
- Dinner & overnight stay in Anuradhapura
Day 3 - Journey to Jaffna & City Highlights
Travel north by train to Jaffna, the cultural heart of Sri Lankan Tamils, visiting its iconic kovils, colonial fort, and restored library.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Train ride to Jaffna
- Visit Nallur Kandasamy Kovil
- Explore Jaffna Library & Jaffna Fort
- Dinner & overnight stay in Jaffna
Day 4 - Nainatheevu Island & Keerimalai Springs
Sail to Nainatheevu to visit Nagadeepa Vihara and Naga Pooshani Ambal Kovil before exploring Keerimalai’s natural springs and temples.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Boat trip to Nainatheevu Island
- Visit Nagadeepa Purana Vihara & Ambal Kovil
- Explore Keerimalai springs & temple
- Dinner & overnight stay in Jaffna
Day 5 - Kadurugoda Temple & Habarana Village Walk
Explore Kadurugoda’s ancient Buddhist ruins, then journey south to Habarana for an authentic village walk and lake-side experiences.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Kadurugoda Temple site
- Travel to Habarana
- Afternoon village walk with lake & farm visit
- Dinner & overnight stay in Habarana
Day 6 - Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa Ancient Cities
Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and later discover Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital with remarkable temples and royal ruins.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO site)
- Afternoon city tour of Polonnaruwa (UNESCO site)
- Visit palaces, statues & temples
- Dinner & overnight stay in Habarana
Day 7 - Dambulla Caves, Matale & Kandy
Visit Dambulla’s famous cave temples before stopping at Matale’s historic sites and continuing to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Dambulla Rock Cave Temple (UNESCO site)
- Visit Aluvihara Temple & Hindu Kovil at Matale
- Proceed to Kandy & enjoy a city tour
- Dinner & overnight stay in Kandy
Day 8 - Peradeniya Gardens & Temple of the Tooth
Explore the lush Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya before visiting the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
- Afternoon visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO site)
- Dinner & overnight stay in Kandy
Day 9 - Scenic Tea Country to Bandarawela
Drive through lush tea country to Nuwara Eliya and Bandarawela, visiting plantations and enjoying colonial-era charm.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Nuwara Eliya with tea plantation & factory visit
- Sight walk in town
- Continue to Bandarawela & check-in
- Dinner & overnight stay in Bandarawela
Day 10 - Horton Plains & World’s End
Enjoy a train ride to Ohiya and trek across Horton Plains to World’s End, a dramatic viewpoint of Sri Lanka’s central highlands.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Train ride Bandarawela → Ohiya
- Trek in Horton Plains National Park (UNESCO site)
- Visit World’s End & Baker’s Falls
- Return to Bandarawela
- Dinner & overnight stay in Bandarawela
Day 11 - Ella & Udawalawe Safari
Drive through Ella Gap with scenic views and waterfalls before heading to Udawalawe for an exciting jeep safari.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive via Ella Gap & Rawana Falls
- Afternoon safari in Udawalawe National Park
- Dinner & overnight stay in Udawalawe
Day 12 - Elephant Transit Home & Yala Safari
Visit Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home before continuing to Kataragama and Yala for an unforgettable wildlife safari.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Elephant Transit Home
- Stop at Kataragama holy city
- Afternoon jeep safari in Yala National Park
- Dinner & overnight stay in Tissamaharama
Day 13 - Galle Fort & Colombo
Travel along the southern coastline to Galle, exploring its Dutch Fort before arriving in Colombo for your final evening.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Galle
- Visit Galle Fort (UNESCO site)
- Continue to Colombo city
- Dinner & overnight stay in Colombo
Day 14 - Departure
Bid farewell to Sri Lanka with a transfer to the airport or onward beach stay.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Departure transfer to airport or beach resort
- End of tour
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