Welcome to the Pearl of the Indian Ocean: Sri Lanka!

Negombo Beach - Overnight stay in Negombo.

Journey from Negombo to Sigiriya

Sigiriya - En route, there will be a stop to explore the magnificent Dambulla Caves, where history and religion echo from every painted wall and stone Buddha statue, offering an unparalleled sense of spirituality. The journey continues to a stunning hotel in Sigiriya, the gem of the Cultural Triangle. The day concludes with a sunset climb to the serene Buddhist monastery of Pidurangala, providing an open and unobstructed view of the next morning’s climb.

Golden Temple of Dambulla - En route, there will be a stop to explore the magnificent Dambulla Caves, where history and religion echo from every painted wall and stone Buddha statue, offering an unparalleled sense of spirituality. The journey continues to a stunning hotel in Sigiriya, the gem of the Cultural Triangle. The day concludes with a sunset climb to the serene Buddhist monastery of Pidurangala, providing an open and unobstructed view of the next morning’s climb.

Pidurangala Rock - En route, there will be a stop to explore the magnificent Dambulla Caves, where history and religion echo from every painted wall and stone Buddha statue, offering an unparalleled sense of spirituality. The journey continues to a stunning hotel in Sigiriya, the gem of the Cultural Triangle. The day concludes with a sunset climb to the serene Buddhist monastery of Pidurangala, providing an open and unobstructed view of the next morning’s climb.

Sigiriya Rock

Sigiriya: The Ancient Rock Fortress - An early start today as the operator puts on hiking shoes, grabs a camera, and heads out to climb the incredible Sigiriya Rock. Rising proudly from the earth, the ruins of a grand palace provide evidence of a once turbulent and noble Sri Lankan history. View the ancient wall paintings, the Sanskrit-marked mirror wall, and the massive stone lion paws guarding the ascent to the summit. The views from the top are unmatched as one travels through time examining the ruins. This afternoon, there is an option for an extra safari in Minneriya National Park, where elephants roam the land, or a visit to the Ancient Site of Polonnaruwa. To satisfy hunger, a stop by a local family for lunch will offer a traditional feast before taking a well-deserved rest on a lounger in the afternoon sun.

Minneriya National Park - An early start today as the operator puts on hiking shoes, grabs a camera, and heads out to climb the incredible Sigiriya Rock. Rising proudly from the earth, the ruins of a grand palace provide evidence of a once turbulent and noble Sri Lankan history. View the ancient wall paintings, the Sanskrit-marked mirror wall, and the massive stone lion paws guarding the ascent to the summit. The views from the top are unmatched as one travels through time examining the ruins. This afternoon, there is an option for an extra safari in Minneriya National Park, where elephants roam the land, or a visit to the Ancient Site of Polonnaruwa. To satisfy hunger, a stop by a local family for lunch will offer a traditional feast before taking a well-deserved rest on a lounger in the afternoon sun.

Polonnaruwa - An early start today as the operator puts on hiking shoes, grabs a camera, and heads out to climb the incredible Sigiriya Rock. Rising proudly from the earth, the ruins of a grand palace provide evidence of a once turbulent and noble Sri Lankan history. View the ancient wall paintings, the Sanskrit-marked mirror wall, and the massive stone lion paws guarding the ascent to the summit. The views from the top are unmatched as one travels through time examining the ruins. This afternoon, there is an option for an extra safari in Minneriya National Park, where elephants roam the land, or a visit to the Ancient Site of Polonnaruwa. To satisfy hunger, a stop by a local family for lunch will offer a traditional feast before taking a well-deserved rest on a lounger in the afternoon sun.

From Sigiriya to Kandy and Cooking Class

Kandy - Today, the journey continues south towards Sri Lanka’s second-largest city, Kandy. A stop at a spice garden along the way will reveal the origins of favorite spices, followed by a cooking class to learn the secret to a perfect Sri Lankan curry! A local chef will demonstrate how to make dhal and chicken curry, as well as fried cashew coconut sambal and poppadoms. The drive continues to Kandy, where the next accommodation awaits, and the sights and sounds of this bustling city can be enjoyed with a Tuk Tuk tour.

Ranweli Spice Garden - Today, the journey continues south towards Sri Lanka’s second-largest city, Kandy. A stop at a spice garden along the way will reveal the origins of favorite spices, followed by a cooking class to learn the secret to a perfect Sri Lankan curry! A local chef will demonstrate how to make dhal and chicken curry, as well as fried cashew coconut sambal and poppadoms. The drive continues to Kandy, where the next accommodation awaits, and the sights and sounds of this bustling city can be enjoyed with a Tuk Tuk tour.

Temple of the Tooth and Train into the Mountains (ELLA)

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - This religious shrine is said to house the tooth of Buddha himself. The journey then continues through the mountainous region of the hill country, where the hills are vibrant with small green tea plants for which Sri Lanka is famous. A stop at a functioning tea factory will reveal how tea is processed and ends up in your cup at home, while learning how seven different types of tea are made from the same plant! A trip to Sri Lanka is incomplete without experiencing life on the train, and the journey from Nuwara Eliya to Ella is considered the best in the world. Enjoy 180-degree views of tea plantations, waterfalls, lakes, and local villages as the train traverses the tracks cut into the mountainside. Converse with friendly locals and take pictures to make friends back home envious. After checking into the hotel, head into Ella for dinner and drinks in this favorite mountainous town.

Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden - This religious shrine is said to house the tooth of Buddha himself. The journey then continues through the mountainous region of the hill country, where the hills are vibrant with small green tea plants for which Sri Lanka is famous. A stop at a functioning tea factory will reveal how tea is processed and ends up in your cup at home, while learning how seven different types of tea are made from the same plant! A trip to Sri Lanka is incomplete without experiencing life on the train, and the journey from Nuwara Eliya to Ella is considered the best in the world. Enjoy 180-degree views of tea plantations, waterfalls, lakes, and local villages as the train traverses the tracks cut into the mountainside. Converse with friendly locals and take pictures to make friends back home envious. After checking into the hotel, head into Ella for dinner and drinks in this favorite mountainous town.

Nuwara Eliya - This religious shrine is said to house the tooth of Buddha himself. The journey then continues through the mountainous region of the hill country, where the hills are vibrant with small green tea plants for which Sri Lanka is famous. A stop at a functioning tea factory will reveal how tea is processed and ends up in your cup at home, while learning how seven different types of tea are made from the same plant! A trip to Sri Lanka is incomplete without experiencing life on the train, and the journey from Nuwara Eliya to Ella is considered the best in the world. Enjoy 180-degree views of tea plantations, waterfalls, lakes, and local villages as the train traverses the tracks cut into the mountainside. Converse with friendly locals and take pictures to make friends back home envious. After checking into the hotel, head into Ella for dinner and drinks in this favorite mountainous town.

Free Day in Ella

Ella - Today is a day to enjoy at leisure. Ella is home to some of the best Ayurveda massage parlors in Sri Lanka, offering a thousand-year-old technique to relieve any aches or pains, or simply as an excellent way to relax. The tour guide will provide information on other activities available in the area.

Sightseeing in Ella and Udawalawa Safari

Nine Arches Bridge - An early start today to explore some of Ella’s hidden gems, such as the 9 Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak. The journey continues south to an epic campsite, just 45 minutes from the stunning Udawalawe National Park! Hosts will welcome guests with drinks and a delicious Sri Lankan buffet lunch. Afterward, jump into jeeps for a safari, searching the wilderness for herds of elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys, eagles, hawks, peacocks, mongoose, and, if lucky, leopards. This once-in-a-lifetime experience in the national park will be hard to beat. After exploring the park, return to camp where hosts will have a BBQ dinner ready, the perfect way to end an amazing day.

Little Adam’s Peak View Point - An early start today to explore some of Ella’s hidden gems, such as the 9 Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak. The journey continues south to an epic campsite, just 45 minutes from the stunning Udawalawe National Park! Hosts will welcome guests with drinks and a delicious Sri Lankan buffet lunch. Afterward, jump into jeeps for a safari, searching the wilderness for herds of elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys, eagles, hawks, peacocks, mongoose, and, if lucky, leopards. This once-in-a-lifetime experience in the national park will be hard to beat. After exploring the park, return to camp where hosts will have a BBQ dinner ready, the perfect way to end an amazing day.

Udawalawa - An early start today to explore some of Ella’s hidden gems, such as the 9 Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak. The journey continues south to an epic campsite, just 45 minutes from the stunning Udawalawe National Park! Hosts will welcome guests with drinks and a delicious Sri Lankan buffet lunch. Afterward, jump into jeeps for a safari, searching the wilderness for herds of elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys, eagles, hawks, peacocks, mongoose, and, if lucky, leopards. This once-in-a-lifetime experience in the national park will be hard to beat. After exploring the park, return to camp where hosts will have a BBQ dinner ready, the perfect way to end an amazing day.

Udawalawe National Park - An early start today to explore some of Ella’s hidden gems, such as the 9 Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak. The journey continues south to an epic campsite, just 45 minutes from the stunning Udawalawe National Park! Hosts will welcome guests with drinks and a delicious Sri Lankan buffet lunch. Afterward, jump into jeeps for a safari, searching the wilderness for herds of elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys, eagles, hawks, peacocks, mongoose, and, if lucky, leopards. This once-in-a-lifetime experience in the national park will be hard to beat. After exploring the park, return to camp where hosts will have a BBQ dinner ready, the perfect way to end an amazing day.

It’s Time for the Beach!

Mirissa Beach - Spend the morning relaxing by the campsite pool and enjoying the surroundings – monkeys, elephants, and peacocks roam the fields around the campsite, so keep an eye out. After breakfast, drive to the South West Coast, arriving at the stunning beachside town of Mirissa. A place where world-class waves meet the sand, turtles inhabit the water, and the beer is ice cold. After a week in the hill country, this is exactly what is needed.

Mirissa - Whale Watching (Seasonal Activity)

Whale Watching Tour in Mirissa

Mirissa - An early start today to head to the beautiful golden sand beach. Board one of the best boats in the area to view the largest animals in the world. Watch as blue whales jump, swim, and dive around, and be amazed by their size. After four to five hours on the boat, return to relax before heading to the second spectacular beach destination, Hikkaduwa. (Please note: during the whale watching off-season, an extra safari on day 3 will be included instead)

Explore Galle

Galle - After breakfast by the beach, the trip continues through beautiful local villages and rice fields, stopping to drink a fresh king coconut in a secluded tropical garden. Then, drive down to the stunning Galle Fort, a city encased in walls, where Dutch, Portuguese, and British Colonial buildings still stand proudly. The cobbled streets lead to the sea, where adventurous Sri Lankan locals dive into the ocean.

Galle Fort - After breakfast by the beach, the trip continues through beautiful local villages and rice fields, stopping to drink a fresh king coconut in a secluded tropical garden. Then, drive down to the stunning Galle Fort, a city encased in walls, where Dutch, Portuguese, and British Colonial buildings still stand proudly. The cobbled streets lead to the sea, where adventurous Sri Lankan locals dive into the ocean.

Galle Fort Lighthouse - After breakfast by the beach, the trip continues through beautiful local villages and rice fields, stopping to drink a fresh king coconut in a secluded tropical garden. Then, drive down to the stunning Galle Fort, a city encased in walls, where Dutch, Portuguese, and British Colonial buildings still stand proudly. The cobbled streets lead to the sea, where adventurous Sri Lankan locals dive into the ocean.

Turtle Sanctuary and Colombo

Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project - After breakfast, pack up for the 2-hour drive along the coast to the bustling capital city of Colombo. On the way, stop at a small turtle sanctuary, where baby turtles learn to swim and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the wild. Across the road, view the humbling 2004 Tsunami Memorial, where survival tales can be heard and pictures of the event viewed. Arrive in Colombo and check into a boutique hotel, with free time to visit the national museum or art gallery nearby, or take a tuk-tuk to explore the bustling streets of the Pettah Markets for some final souvenir shopping. Meet together in the evening for a final dinner before saying goodbye.

Tsunami Memorial - After breakfast, pack up for the 2-hour drive along the coast to the bustling capital city of Colombo. On the way, stop at a small turtle sanctuary, where baby turtles learn to swim and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the wild. Across the road, view the humbling 2004 Tsunami Memorial, where survival tales can be heard and pictures of the event viewed. Arrive in Colombo and check into a boutique hostel, with free time to visit the national museum or art gallery nearby, or take a tuk-tuk to explore the bustling streets of the Pettah Markets for some final souvenir shopping. Meet together in the evening for a final dinner before saying goodbye.

Pettah Floating Market - After breakfast, pack up for the 2-hour drive along the coast to the bustling capital city of Colombo. On the way, stop at a small turtle sanctuary, where baby turtles learn to swim and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the wild. Across the road, view the humbling 2004 Tsunami Memorial, where survival tales can be heard and pictures of the event viewed. Arrive in Colombo and check into a boutique hostel, with free time to visit the national museum or art gallery nearby, or take a tuk-tuk to explore the bustling streets of the Pettah Markets for some final souvenir shopping. Meet together in the evening for a final dinner before saying goodbye.

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple - After breakfast, pack up for the 2-hour drive along the coast to the bustling capital city of Colombo. On the way, stop at a small turtle sanctuary, where baby turtles learn to swim and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the wild. Across the road, view the humbling 2004 Tsunami Memorial, where survival tales can be heard and pictures of the event viewed. Arrive in Colombo and check into a boutique hostel, with free time to visit the national museum or art gallery nearby, or take a tuk-tuk to explore the bustling streets of the Pettah Markets for some final souvenir shopping. Meet together in the evening for a final dinner before saying goodbye.

Time to Say Goodbye!

Katunayake - It’s time to bid farewell to the friends made over the course of an incredible 12 days.

• Driver’s Food
• All Accommodations
• Private transportation
• On-board WiFi
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Driver’s Accommodations
• All Parking Fees
• All fees and/or taxes
• Fuel Surcharges
• All Site Entrance Tickets

• Dinner X 11
• Lunch X 11

Beginning in Negombo and ending in Colombo, this adventure tour of Sri Lanka will take you up into the misty mountain tops, down to the sun coated beaches and explore the national parks searching for elephants. With the adventure tour you will experience a 12-day tour package taking you through the green and luscious gem of the Indian Ocean, where smells of spices, tea and traditional foods will bring your senses alive. includes accommodation in Luxury hotels as well as the most stunning train journey in the world, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.