Ultimate Sri Lanka

The complete Sri Lanka experience, thoughtfully paced over two weeks. From the ancient cities of Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa to the sacred city of Kandy, the cool tea hills of Nuwara Eliya and Ella, leopard country in Yala, and the whales and beaches of the southern coast. Our most popular itinerary for European travellers.

• Sigiriya Rock, Pidurangala and a village tour
• Polonnaruwa ancient city and Minneriya safari
• The scenic train journey to Ella
• Yala leopard safari and Mirissa whale watching
• Galle Fort and the southern coast

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   Day 01
   Arrival to NegomboNegombo

   Arrive at ColomboColombo airport and transfer to nearby NegomboNegombo for an easy first night by the coast.

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   Day 02
   NegomboNegombo to SigiriyaSigiriya

   Travel north to SigiriyaSigiriya and settle in for two nights in the cultural heartland.

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   Day 03
   SigiriyaSigiriya (Rock, Village Tour, Pidurangala)

   Climb the iconic SigiriyaSigiriya rock fortress, enjoy a traditional village tour, and watch sunset from Pidurangala rock.

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   Day 04
   Polonnaruwa and MinneriyaMinneriya Safari

   Explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, then head out on an afternoon jeep safari in MinneriyaMinneriya National Park, famous for its wild elephant gatherings.

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   Day 05
   SigiriyaSigiriya to KandyKandy

   Travel to KandyKandy and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth beside the lake.

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   Day 06
   KandyKandy (Botanical Gardens, Cultural Show)

   Stroll the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens and enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance in the evening.

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   Day 07
   KandyKandy to Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya

   Journey into the hills to Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya through tea estates and waterfalls.

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   Day 08
   Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya (Tea Estates, Gregory Lake, Waterfalls)

   Visit a working tea estate, walk around Gregory Lake, and discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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   Day 09
   Nuwara EliyaNuwara Eliya to EllaElla (Train Journey)

   Ride the world-famous scenic train through the tea hills to EllaElla.

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    Day 10
    EllaElla (Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak)

    Walk to the Nine Arch Bridge and hike Little Adam's Peak for sweeping mountain views.

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    Day 11
    EllaElla to YalaYala (Safari)

    Travel south to YalaYala and head out on a jeep safari in search of leopards, elephants and abundant birdlife.

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    Day 12
    YalaYala to MirissaMirissa

    Continue to the southern coast and the laid-back beach town of MirissaMirissa.

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    Day 13
    MirissaMirissa (Whale Watching, Beach)

    Set out on an early morning boat trip to spot blue whales and dolphins, then relax on the beach.

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    Day 14
    GalleGalle Fort and Departure

    Explore the historic GalleGalle Fort along the way before transferring to ColomboColombo airport for your departure.