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Connect With Locals Activities Included

Anuradhapura, Polonaruwa, Sigiririya, Dambulla Cave, Temple of the Tooth, Kandyan Dance, Batik, Hiking, Tea Factory Entrance, National Park Jeeps, the safari entrance, the pottery village, the Galle Fort, public transportation such buses and trains, and private buses and bicycles.

Start

Negombo, Sri Lanka

Meals

Breakfast: (all) Lunch: (03) Dinner: (07)

Days

Theme

Explorer

End

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Transport

Private vehicle

Group size

Min 1 - Max-12

Style

Original

Destinations

Sri Lanka

Accommodation

Hotel(14 nights)

Ages

Min 15

Physical rating

Why you'll
love this trip

Dive deep into Sri Lanka’s heritage by exploring ancient cities like Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa—UNESCO World Heritage Sites filled with temples, stupas, and royal ruins.
Cycle through history and nature, whether it's through archaeological sites or peaceful village paths and tea plantations.
Witness sunrise at Sigiriya, the iconic Lion Rock Fortress—one of the most unforgettable views in all of Sri Lanka.

Live like a local, with immersive stays in village homes, cooking experiences, and personal encounters with Sri Lankan families and communities.
Relax on palm-fringed southern beaches, with options for whale watching, seafood tasting, or simply enjoying the tropical coast.

Itinerary

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Greetings from Sri Lanka. The distance between Negombo and Bandaranayke International Airport is 4 kilometers. When you first arrive, you are greeted by a fishing community, churches, colourful fishing boats, the Hamilton Canal, and seafood. This city is home to a diverse range of nations. Therefore, why not take a tuk tuk and make a brief journey here to learn more about Sri Lanka? As a half-day excursion that is optional.

The group gathering will be held at the hotel in the evening.

Spend the night at Negombo

Following our hotel breakfast, we will go to a neighboring location to learn more about coconuts and the products we manufacture from them. We then take a car or private coach to Anuradhapura. We pause en route to have lunch. The travel from Negombo will take five to six hours. Hoppers, Kotthu rottie, egg and vegetable rottie, and a few other delectable local dishes will be served at the local restaurant for the evening meal.

Spend the night at Anuradhapura

Following our hotel breakfast:

Its origins may be traced back to the first ancient civilization, which is home to more than 2500 years' worth of historic temples, monuments, and breathtaking stupas. The best way to visit the sites is by bicycle. However, we may provide you the option of taking the Tuk Tuks if you are not a cyclist. Free time in the late afternoon.

Spend the night at Anuradhapura

It will take between four to five hours to drive from Anuradhapura to Polonnaruwa in a private vehicle. After having our lunch at Polonnaruwa ride a bicycle to Polonaruwa afternoon. One example of a masterful carving is the Recline Buddha Statue. Riding a bicycle will be an enjoyable and perfect approach to explore the archeological site. Location: The ancient city at the center of Polonnaruwa's historical attractions is classified as a heritage site. Discover the remnants of the king's residence and the buildings that surround it at the Royal residence and Council Chamber. Admire the enormous, placid Buddha statues carved into the rock at Gal Vihara, also known as The Rock Temple. It is among Polonnaruwa's most recognizable locations. Vatadage: A round building that formerly held a statue of Buddha.

Resting place: Polonnaruowa

We will view the Dambulla Rock Cave Temples in the morning after an early breakfast and a two-hour ride on public transportation from Polonaruwa to Dambulla. From the first century BC to the eighteenth century AD, there are five caves. Beautiful artwork and numerous Buddha statues with exquisite paintings may be found throughout the 20–30 minute climb up the hill to the Dambulla cave shrine. Spend a few hours relaxing at the hotel, and then in the late afternoon, take a jeep to the closest national park, which is one of the most well-known places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants. Today is going to be a fantastic day.

Overnight: Dambulla

Around five in the morning, we depart for Sigiriya's Rock Palace. The drive takes roughly half an hour. Seeing the sun rising atop Sigiriya, the eighth wonder of the world, would be amazing. You should visit this world heritage site at least once in your lifetime. The 3.3 acres of the 200-meter-high rock, the water gardens, and the amazing paintings make the view worth climbing. After seeing Sigiriya, we drove back to the hotel and then to Kandy. Sigiriya received its name from the enormous lion statue that served as the entryway to the rock stronghold, through which the stairs led (Sinha lion'giri'rock). Hot from the arid zone, the Hill Country is looking forward to your visit with a big smile. You can observe and learn how we cultivate spices and herbs and how they are used in cooking by visiting the most organized spice garden on the route to Kandy the best place to buy best spices for your healthy food highly recommend and the best Citronella mosquito repellent spray this product is highly recommended and very demand and great product. We get at Kandy late in the evening after driving 500 meters above sea level.

Overnight: Kandy

Following our hotel breakfast, we will travel to the most revered location of the Temple of the Tooth of Buddha. After that, we will go to a batik shop where you can learn about the preparation and process of batik and participate in the project, which is run by a group of women. You may learn more about gems and jewelry by visiting a gem museum. Around 5:00 p.m., the traditional Kandyan dance program is set to begin.

Overnight: Kandy

Take a private bus or van to Haputale and spend two days wandering through the rural village to observe how the inhabitants live before you unwind at the beach. Asia's best view, from Kandy to the hill country. Stop at a tea factory along route to learn about the tea-making process and to sample the freshest, best tea from Sri Lanka.Visit the
Sri Lankan Tamil family in the evening to sample our renowned rice and curry, a local delicacy It would be wonderful Experience with tamil family. Sri Lankan cuisine, which is more well-known.
Haputale for the night

Plantation of Haputale Tea. The first trekking day would last five hours and eleven KMS. Through the tea, forest and foot path, away from hustle and bustle .this will be an amazing trekking in the evening; you will have the opportunity to stay in a distant hamlet with limited amenities, sharing the actual experience of the communities in terms of lodging.

Udaveriya overnight

Explore the tea and little villages which are very remote plantation on the to the waterfalls stroll for more breathtaking views. Day 2 will take roughly 4–5 hours and 11 kilometers. Where you can witness Sri Lanka's tallest waterfalls. After an amazing journey, take a swim in some cool, pure water. Unwind in the afternoon. Or have a Srilankan massage .OR Do a shopping trip in this little town, where Linen shirts, sarong and Saree for the ladies.OR meet a local traditional drumming groups to get some drumming experiences.

Haputale for the night.

Take a trip to the tea plantation to observe the manufacturing process and purchase the finest tea for your companions.

In order to learn more about clay pots and the lifestyles of their generation, we will stop at a pottery village en route to Mirissa Beach today. Drive to Mirissa after stopping along the route to view the second-highest waterfall. The drive will last five to six hours.

Overnight: Mirissa

Relax at the beach, you will be able to have a journey to whale watching as an optional or early visit to a Mirissa fishing village where you will be able to see many varieties of fish that are brought by different sizes of boats to the little harbor,. OR Have a relax day at the beach.

Overnight: Mirrissa

We will visit the Galle Fort and turtle hatchery projects in the late afternoon Your leader will update the time. Galle is a historic city on Sri Lanka's southern coast, renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture, particularly in the Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Galle is one of the most unique places to visit, experiencing the atmosphere and buildings of five hundred years ago. The city has a distinctive fusion of European and Sri Lankan influences because it was first founded by the Portuguese in the 16th century and then defended by the Dutch in the 17th century. Galle is also well-known for its lively markets, gorgeous beaches, and extensive cultural heritage. The city is become a well-liked vacation spot for people looking for to experience local customs, take in the beauty of the seashore, and learn about Sri Lanka's history. Do you want to learn more about a certain facet of Galle?
Returning to Mirissa Beach in the evening.

Overnight: Mirissa

See the ocean while traveling to Colombo by early train or bus. The trip will take roughly two and a half hours. In Colombo, take in the most amazing local movements in large cities. If you missed something, don't forget to shop so you can remember it for a long time.. OR late night departure depend on your flight schedule.

Sleeping in Colombo