Tour Highlights
- Wildlife Safaris at Wilpattu, Yala and Udawalawe National Parks
- Cultural Heritage at Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa and Galle Fort
- Beach Relaxation at Pasikuda, Arugam Bay, Mirissa
- Scenic Mountain Views in Ella and Surfing in Arugam Bay
- Whale Watching and Traditional Sri Lankan Village Experiences
- Professional guide and premium accommodation options
- All meals, transportation, and activities included
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Sri Lanka – Transfer to Negombo
Arrive at Bandaranayake International Airport (Katunayake). Meet and Greet, then transfer to Negombo (20 min drive). Negombo City Tour - explore Negombo Fish Market, Dutch Canal and Fort, St. Mary's Church and relax at beach. Optional: Boat Ride (Muthurajawela Boat Ride / Lagoon Boat Ride). Relax at your hotel and stay overnight in Negombo.
Accommodation
Rani Beach Resort
Goldi Sands Hotel
Airport Transfer
City Tour
Fish Market
Beach Time
Day 2
Negombo → Wilpattu National Park
Early morning departure to Wilpattu National Park (3.5 - 4 hours drive). Afternoon Wildlife Safari in Wilpattu – spot leopards, elephants, and sloth bears. After lunch, overnight stay at Anuradhapura.
Accommodation
Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura
Rajarata Hotel
Wildlife Safari
Leopard Spotting
Elephant Watching
Sloth Bears
Day 3
Wilpattu → Habarana
Drive to Habarana (2.5 - 3 hours). Jeep Safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla Park or Eco Park Habarana. Optional: Bullock ride and ride a catamaran boat across a scenic lake and evening village tour with a traditional cooking experience. Stay overnight in Sigiriya.
Accommodation
Amuna Ayurveda & Wellness Retreat
Fresco Water Villa
Jeep Safari
Village Tour
Cooking Class
Bullock Ride
Day 4
Habarana → Sigiriya & Dambulla
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress early morning . Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO site). Optional: Ayurvedic spa treatment and climb Pidurangala Rock. Stay overnight in Sigiriya.
Accommodation
Amuna Ayurveda & Wellness Retreat
Fresco Water Villa
Sigiriya Rock
UNESCO Site
Cave Temple
Spa Treatment
Day 5
Habarana → Polonnaruwa
Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa (1 hour drive). Explore the Great Statue, Quadrangle, Royal Palace, Tooth Temple Complex, Siva Dewalaya, Gal Viharaya, Alahana Pirivena Complex, Rankoth Vehera, Thiwanka Image House. Optional: Bicycle ride around the archaeological sites. Continue towards Pasikuda (2.5 hours) for overnight stay.
Accommodation
Amaya Beach
Ancient City
Royal Palace
Bicycle Tour
Archaeological Sites
Day 6
Pasikuda Beach Relaxation
Enjoy pristine white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. Optional water sports: explore coral reefs and tropical fish while snorkeling, diving, boat rides, jet skiing, windsurfing & paddleboarding. Sunset beach walk and fresh seafood dinner. Stay overnight in Pasikuda.
Accommodation
Amaya Beach
Beach Time
Water Sports
Snorkeling
Seafood Dinner
Day 7
Pasikuda → Arugam Bay
Drive to Arugam Bay (3 - 4 hours). Enjoy surfing, beach vibes. Safari at Kumana National Park. Relax at Arugam Bay and stay overnight in Arugam Bay.
Accommodation
Paper Moon Kudlis
The Blue Wave Hotel
Surfing
Beach Vibes
Kumana Safari
Wildlife
Day 8
Arugam Bay → Ella
Scenic drive to Ella (4 - 5 hours). On the way to Ella, visit Diyaluma Falls. Visit Nine Arches Bridge, Little Adam's Peak. Visit Ravana Falls. Visit a tea plantation and factory. Stay overnight in Ella.
Accommodation
Oak Ray Ella Gap
Oak Ray La Ella Breeze
Flower Garden Resort
Scenic Drive
Nine Arches Bridge
Tea Plantation
Waterfalls
Day 9
Ella → Yala National Park
On the way to Yala, visit Buduruwagala Temple and Ravana Falls. Drive to Yala National Park (2 - 3 hours). Overnight stay in Yala. Evening jeep safari: spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, deer and exotic birds. Alternative: Ella → Udawalawe - visit Buduruwagala Temple and Ravana Falls, drive to Udawalawe National Park (2 hours) - safari at Udawalawe (best for elephant spotting).
Accommodation
Oak Ray Wild Yala
Rain Tree by Oak Ray
Temple Visit
Leopard Safari
Elephant Spotting
Wildlife Photography
Day 10
Yala or Udawalawe → Mirissa
t Home. Drive to Mirissa (2.5 hours) and relax at the beach. Whale watching tour . Visit Coconut Tree Hill (most Instagrammable spot
On the way to Mirissa, visit the Elephant Transi). Stay overnight in Mirissa.
Accommodation
Paradise Beach Club
Elephant Transit
Whale Watching
Coconut Tree Hill
Beach Time
Day 11
Mirissa → Galle → Colombo
On the way to Galle (40 mins), visit Stilt Fishermen at Koggala (traditional fishing method). City tour of Galle Dutch Fort City (UNESCO World Heritage Site). On the way to Colombo, visit moonstone mine, turtle farm, Mask Museum. Stay overnight in Colombo.
Accommodation
ME Colombo
Galle Face Hotel
Stilt Fishermen
Galle Fort
UNESCO Site
Cultural Museums
Day 12
Colombo → Airport (Departure)
Colombo city tour - explore Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, Pettah Market, National Museum, Colombo Fort, Independence Square, BMICH. Optional: Colombo shopping. Airport transfer for departure.
City Tour
Shopping
Airport Transfer
Departure