Sri Lanka – 17 Nights / 18 Days

Arrival to the beautiful island of Sri Lanka and warmly welcome by our Tamashi Lanka representative at the airport. Our chauffeur guide will take you to the hotel which is 20 minutes away from the airport. Relax at the hotel after your flight or take an optional lagoon boat ride to Monkey Island through Mangrove forest and witness the lagoon wildlife. Overnight stay in Negombo.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel with tropical fruits. Check out and proceed to the Ancient Kingdom of Anuradhapura. Visit ancient ruins, undertake the blessing at Sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya, enjoy authentic Sri Lankan Rice & Curry, and witness sunset at Nuwara Wewa & Ruwanwelisaya Pagoda. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Experience the rural life of Sri Lanka. Explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa by foot or bicycle, visit Gal Viharaya, enjoy local rice & curry at Piyumali House, catamaran ride in Parakramasamudra, and see the carved walls of Quadrangle & Chola bronzes at the museum. Drive to Habarana for overnight stay.

Early morning visit to World Heritage Sigiriya Rock Fortress, exploring frescoes and the Lion’s Mouth entrance. Experience local life at Hiriwaduna village, interact with locals, and enjoy authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Overnight stay near Sigiriya.

Walk around the village in the morning. En-route visit Dambulla Golden Cave Temple and Matale Spice Garden. Continue to Kandy for overnight stay.

Visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy viewpoint, Temple of the Tooth Relic, walk around Kandy Lake, and watch Kandy Cultural Dance Show. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Drive through picturesque mountain landscapes to Nuwara Eliya, visiting Ramboda Falls, Sri Bhakta Hanuman Kovil, Damro Tea Plantation & Factory, and Lover’s Leap Falls. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Morning visit Horton Plains National Park, World’s End, and Baker’s Fall. Proceed to Nanu-Oya station for a scenic train ride to Ella. Picked up from Ella station for overnight stay.

Visit Okkampitiya Gem Stone Mine, Nine Arches Bridge, and hike Little Adam’s Peak in the evening. Overnight stay in Ella.

Drive to Tissamaharama, stopping at Ravana Ella Waterfall, Katharagama Kiri Vehera and Hindu Kovil. Evening bird watching at Tissa. Overnight stay in Tissamaharama.

Half-day wildlife safari in Yala National Park to spot leopards, elephants, and rare birds. Relax with local beverages in the evening. Overnight stay in Tissamaharama.

Transfer to Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve — UNESCO Biosphere and World Heritage site. Overnight stay at eco-lodge.

Full day trekking in Sinharaja Forest, passing streams, waterfalls, and spotting rare wildlife. Overnight stay at eco-lodge.

Transfer to Galle. Explore Unawatuna Beach, Sea Turtle Hatchery, Mirissa Beach, coral watching at Hikkaduwa, Japanese Peace Pagoda, Jungle Beach, and enjoy seafood. Overnight stay in Galle.

Enjoy whale watching, water sports at Bentota, visit local craft shops, and relax at beaches. Overnight stay in Galle.

Drive towards Colombo, shopping malls visit, city tour including Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Lotus Tower, Pettah Market. Continue to Negombo for overnight stay.

Enjoy your last Sri Lankan breakfast, visit St. Mary’s Church, and transfer to the airport for departure. Farewell Sri Lanka until next time!