DAY 1
Arrival in Colombo – Transfer to Sigiriya
- Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo.
- Transfer to the hotel in Sigiriya.
- Spend the day at leisure exploring the surroundings or relaxing at the hotel.
- Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
DAY 2
Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa Exploration & Elephant Safari
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Explore the Buddhist rock sculptures, King’s Palace, Royal Baths, and Temples housing the sacred Tooth Relic.
- Afternoon: Elephant Jeep Safari at one of the National Parks (Minneriya, Eco, or Kaudulla), depending on where elephants are spotted.
- Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
DAY 3
Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress to explore the ancient ruins, water gardens, and frescoes.
- Proceed to Matale.
- Enjoy a unique 25-dish Sri Lankan buffet lunch at the Artist’s House while learning about Batik art.
- Continue to Kandy.
- Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a significant Buddhist site in Kandy.
- Overnight Stay: Kandy
DAY 4
Kandy – Tea Factory Visit
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Giragama Tea Factory to learn about tea growing, harvesting, and processing.
- Discover the origins and importance of Sri Lanka’s tea industry.
- Free time to explore Kandy or visit other attractions like the Kandy Lake or the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya.
- Overnight Stay: Kandy
DAY 5
Kandy – Galle – Mirissa
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart for Galle.
- Explore the Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich history and well-preserved architecture.
- Take a guided walking tour with a fourth-generation resident to learn about the fort’s architectural and historical legacy.
- Continue to Mirissa.
- Overnight Stay: Mirissa
DAY 6
Mirissa – Marine Safari
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Early morning departure from Mirissa Harbour for a marine safari.
- Experience Sri Lanka’s rich marine biodiversity, with a chance to spot whales and dolphins.
- Return to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
- Overnight Stay: Mirissa
DAY 7
Mirissa – Departure from Colombo
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check out and transfer to Colombo Airport for your departure flight.