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Majestic Encounters in Sri Lanka

9 days
Start and end in Negombo
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 10
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Negombo

    Start point
    Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer from Colombo CMB airport to hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation at hotel
    • Evening beach stroll and sunset viewing
    Landmarks
    Negombo Beach
    Negombo Lagoon
  2. Day 2

    Negombo to Dambulla/Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch served on lotus leaves at farmer's house in Cultural Village), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kassapa Lions Rock or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Millennium Elephant Foundation - guided walks with elephants and feeding experiences
    • Cultural Village Tour including bullock cart ride, canoe ride on scenic lake, and traditional lunch served on lotus leaves
    • Local curry cooking demonstration
    • Sigiriya Rock Fortress visit - ascend 200-meter rock with ancient frescoes and royal palace ruins
    Landmarks
    Millennium Elephant Foundation
    Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    Sigiriya
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Dambulla/Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kassapa Lions Rock or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Polonnaruwa Ancient City exploration - cycling through historic sites including Royal Palace, Gal Vihara Buddha statues, and Vatadage

    Optional Activities

    • Pidurangala Rock early morning hike
    • Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park 4x4 Jeep Safari - wildlife observation including wild elephants
    • Ayurvedic Herbal Massage at hotel
    Landmarks
    Pidurangala Rock
    Polonnaruwa Ancient City
    Royal Palace Polonnaruwa
    Gal Vihara
    Vatadage
    Minneriya National Park
    Kaudulla National Park
  4. Day 4

    Dambulla/Sigiriya to Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Topaz Kandy or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Royal Cave Temple Dambulla visit - UNESCO World Heritage Site with Buddha statues and religious frescoes
    • Matale Herbal Garden visit - discover medicinal plants, uses, healing properties, with tastings and demonstrations
    • Temple of Tooth Relic visit - sacred Buddhist temple at lakeside complex
    • Cultural Dance Show - traditional Kandyan dances, drumming, and fire-walking performance
    Landmarks
    Royal Cave Temple Dambulla
    Matale Herbal Garden
    Temple of Tooth Relic
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Lynden Grove or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Gem Museum visit - displays of sapphires, rubies, and gem heritage with mining and jewelry craftsmanship insights
    • Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden exploration - guided stroll through Asia's largest botanical garden with 4,000+ plant species
    • Tea Plantation and Factory visit - traditional tea-making methods, tea sampling, rolling green landscapes
    • Nuwara Eliya city center walk and fruit and vegetable market exploration
    Landmarks
    Gem Museum
    Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden
    Tea Plantations
    Nuwara Eliya
  6. Day 6

    Nuwara Eliya to Yala/Thissamaharama

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Tamarind Tree Thissamaharamaya or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Stunning Train Ride from Nanu-Oya to Ella village - one of world's most scenic journeys through tea plantations, forests, and mountains
    • Nine Arch Bridge visit and exploration - colonial-era engineering marvel with surrounding peaceful hikes
    • Ravana Waterfall visit - picturesque waterfall near Ella for photo stop
    Landmarks
    Nanu-Oya Station
    Ella
    Nine Arch Bridge
    Ravana Waterfall
    Yala National Park
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  7. Day 7

    Yala/Thissamaharama to Weligama/Mirissa

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Twenty-Two Weligambay or similar)

    Included Activities

    • 4x4 Jeep Safari in Yala National Park - wildlife viewing including leopards, elephants, and spotted deer
    • Hummanaya natural Blow Hole visit - unique geological site with dramatic waterspouts at high tide

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on the beach with drinks
    Landmarks
    Yala National Park
    Hummanaya Blow Hole
    Weligama Beach
    Mirissa Beach
  8. Day 8

    Weligama/Mirissa to Bentota

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Palms Beruwala or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Galle Fortress visit - 16th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site with colonial architecture and Galle Lighthouse
    • Turtle Hatchery Center visit - observe sea turtles at various stages of development with conservation education
    • Madu River boat ride - serene journey through mangroves, local cinnamon industry, wildlife encounters including birds and monitor lizards

    Optional Activities

    • Beach or pool relaxation at hotel
    Landmarks
    Galle Fortress
    Galle Lighthouse
    Turtle Hatchery Center
    Madu River
  9. Day 9

    Bentota to Colombo

    End point
    Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Colombo City Tour - visit Red Mosque, Gangarama Temple, Independent Square, and other city highlights
    Landmarks
    Red Mosque
    Gangarama Temple
    Independent Square
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  • Majestic Encounters in Sri Lanka reviewer 1
    July 28th, 2025
    The most amazing journey and experience, all thanks to Buddhika. He is extremely professional, went above and beyond...
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    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Exotic Perla
    Hello Catherine, AYUBOWAN! (May you live long!) Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your journey through Sri Lanka was such a memorable and meaningful experience. Buddhika will be so happy to know his care, professionalism, and passion helped make your trip truly unforgettable. It’s heartwarming to hear that you experienced the perfect mix of culture, nature, and authentic local charm—without feeling overly touristy. That’s exactly the kind of travel experience we aim to create at Exotic Perla. Thank you again for your heartfelt recommendation. We’d be honoured to welcome you back for more adventures in our beautiful island. Ayubowan and warm wishes from all of us! Bohoma Isthuthi (Thank you very much)
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  • Majestic Encounters in Sri Lanka reviewer 2
    July 26th, 2025
    We had a great time. It was the best tour I’ve ever had. I travelled with friends and Buddhika is the best tour guide...
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    Traveled in July 2025
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    Hello Janine, AYUBOWAN! (May you live long!) Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear this was the best tour you've ever had — that truly means a lot to us. Traveling with friends and having Buddhika as your guide sounds like the perfect combination for an unforgettable journey! We’re so glad you felt welcomed and well cared for throughout the tour, and that your special requests were met with warmth and flexibility. It was our absolute pleasure to host you, and we’d love to welcome you back to explore even more of beautiful Sri Lanka. Ayubowan and heartfelt thanks from all of us at Exotic Perla! Bohoma Isthuthi (Thank you very much)
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  • Majestic Encounters in Sri Lanka reviewer 3
    July 4th, 2025
    Sri Lanka blew me away and our tour was everything I could have wanted and more. From Negombo, Sigiriya Rock,...
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    Traveled in May 2025
    Reply from: Exotic Perla
    Hello Tracey, AYUBOWAN! (May you live long!) Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We're overjoyed to hear that Sri Lanka truly blew you away and that your tour was everything you dreamed of—and more! From ancient wonders like Sigiriya and Dambulla to the scenic train ride through the hill country, breathtaking views at Nine Arches Bridge, and the thrill of Yala safari, it sounds like you experienced the very best this island has to offer. It was our absolute pleasure to guide you through such a rich and exciting journey, and we’re so happy to have been part of these unforgettable memories. We’d love to welcome you back anytime to explore even more of Sri Lanka’s hidden treasures. Ayubowan and warm wishes from all of us at Exotic Perla! Bohoma Isthuthi (Thank you very much)
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    March 23rd, 2025
    Living in Germany, we wanted to take a family vacation and rediscover the beauty of our home country. Booking a tour...
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    Traveled in January 2025
    Reply from: Exotic Perla
    Hello Vera, AYUBOWAN! Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback! It means the world to us that you chose Exotic Perla to rediscover the beauty of your motherland. We’re so glad to hear that the experience felt special, even after visiting these places before — that’s exactly what we aim to create for our guests. Buddhika and the team are delighted to know their efforts made your journey seamless, relaxing, and memorable. Your kind words and recommendation truly warm our hearts. We’d be honored to welcome you and your family back again for more beautiful moments in Sri Lanka. Ayubowan and best wishes from all of us at Exotic Perla! Thank You.
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Sri Lanka. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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