Day 1    Habarana

After you exit the Bandaranaike International Airport, a Ceylon Travel Key representative will take you to a luxurious and comfortable vehicle and drive you to Habarana.

In the afternoon, we have scheduled a jeep safari ride to visit the Minneriya National Park for an encounter with Sri Lanka’s wildlife.

Day 2    Anuradhapura – Mihinthale - Habarana

The next day you can see the sights of the ancient city of Anuradhapura and Mihinthale.

At the end of the day you will have a pure Sri Lankan Ayurvedic treatment for relaxation.

Day 3    Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa

In the morning, you will visit the Lion’s Rock – a fortress built on a rock by one of the ancient Kings of Sri Lanka. This is an exciting activity where you can explore beautiful paintings and engraved frescoes inside the rock. At the top, you will see remnants of the fortress, and of course a stunning view of the area around you.

After that we have scheduled a village tour and you can enjoy bullock cart ride, old catamaran ride, tuk tuk ride and traditional Sri Lankan Lunch in a village house with cooking demonstration.

After the lunch in Village house you will be taken to visit the ancient and historical city of Polonnaruwa.

Day 4    Kandy

The next morning you will begin your journey to the hill capital of Kandy. En route you will visit the Cave Temple in Dambulla and Matale Hindu Temple. Also visit a Spice Garden at Matale and Batik Factory where the ancient process of making batik by using wax as the main component could be seen.

Once there, you can see the Kandy Lake, stop at the Kandy viewpoint and also visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic In Kandy and enjoy an evening show of the cultural dance of Kandyans.

Day 5    Kandy - Pinnawala

On day Five you will visit the Royal Botanical Garden. This botanical garden was first built as a pleasure garden by a Sinhala King and was expanded by the British. It is 147 acres in extent and provides an amazing variety of trees, plants and flowers.

Next you will go on to visit the Three Temple Loop known as the Gadaladeniya, Embekke and Lankathilake Temples. These are Hindu-Buddhist Temples from the 14th Century. After that you will visit Gem Museum and wood carving factory.

On the evening of day 05, you will be taken to visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and mingle with the elephants there and after you will get back to your hotel in Kandy for your night stay.

Day 6    Kandy - Nuwaraeliya

The next morning, you will visit the Ambuluwawa Tower and head off to the Nuwaraeliya.

When you head towards the beautiful town of Nuwara Eliya where you will come across several water falls on the way. Ramboda Falls is one visit we have scheduled for you. Along the way you can also visit the Tea Factory and the luscious tea plantations of the country. You will also be given a tour of Nuwara Eliya, also known as “Little England”.

Day 7    Nuwaraeliya - Ella

The following morning we have a beautiful train journey lined up for you from Nanu Oya to the Demodara. Take the most magical train journey through Sri Lanka’s tea country. A fabulous way to see Sri Lanka’s hill villages, tea country and see the daily lives of the local people. Train will going on Nine Arch Bridge and Demodara loop. Upon reaching to Ella, you can visit the “Little Adams Peak”, Nine Arch Bridge and the Rawana Water Falls.

Day 8    Ella – Yala

On day eight you will head towards the South of the island. On the way to the city of Yala, you will visit the Buduruwagala Buddha Statue. Once in Yala, you will be taken on an exciting Jeep Safari at the Yala National Park.

Day 9    Yala - Mirissa

The next day you will be driven to the neighbouring city of Mirissa.

Mirissa is close to the most southern point in Sri Lanka and has become a very popular beach destination amongst tourists. Although it draws a crowd, there is a relaxing vibe on the beautiful stretches of golden sands. The waves are ideal for surfing and the sun and sand is just what you need for a perfect tan.

Day 10    Mirissa – Galle - Unawatuna

Early next morning we will take you on a whale watching tour in Mirissa and then drive you to Galle, where you will explore the Galle Dutch Fort.

In Galle you also have the unique opportunity of taking part in a cookery class that teaches you how to make the authentic Sri Lankan Rice and Curry.

In the evening you can relax on the Unawatuna beach.

Day 11    Colombo

On day eleven you will head towards to the Colombo. En route, you observe the old and mind boggling tradition of stilt fishing and you will visit Meetiyagoda moonstone mine, Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project, Mask museum, Madu river Boat safari.

Day 12    Negombo - Airport

In the morning you will visit Negombo Fish Market and the Beach. Depending on the time of the day in which you departure, you may have time to go on a boat ride in the Muthurajawela Marsh.

Negombo is the closest city to the Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka and this is where you wonderful luxurious tour will end with Travel Bird Lanka Tours. We hope you find this itinerary attractive and we look forward to hearing from you regarding further details of this tour.