Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Negombo
- Start point
- Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo BIA Airport)
Included Activities
- Warm welcome upon arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport
- Private transfer to beachfront hotel in Negombo
- Evening briefing with tour guide
- Leisure time to relax at hotel pool, gardens, or nearby beach
Landmarks Bandaranaike International Airport - Day 2
Negombo
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Negombo coastal town
- Visit to St. Mary's Church - colonial-era Catholic cathedral
- Stop at Katuwapitiya Church - spiritual hub of Negombo's Catholic community
- Visit to local Buddhist temple
- Explore fisherman's village and Negombo fish market
- Leisure walk along Hamilton Canal
- Leisure time at Negombo Beach
- Evening planning session with tour guide
Landmarks St. Mary's Church Katuwapitiya Church Hamilton Canal Negombo Fish Market Negombo Beach - Day 3
Negombo to Kalpitiya
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic transfer from Negombo to Kalpitiya
- Visit to Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary - haven for over 150 bird species and diverse wildlife
- Leisure time to relax and refresh with a sea bath on Kalpitiya beach
- Evening briefing with guide
Optional Activities
- Optional boat ride within Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary (subject to availability)
- Optional nature walk within the sanctuary (subject to availability)
Landmarks Anawilundawa Wetland Sanctuary Kalpitiya Beach - Day 4
Kalpitiya
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning dolphin watching boat excursion (departure around sunrise)
- Spot various dolphin species in their natural marine habitat
- Afternoon leisure time at Kalpitiya Beach - relax, swim, or soak in the sun
- Evening briefing with guide for next day's activities
Landmarks Kalpitiya Beach - Day 5
Kalpitiya to Anuradhapura (Wilpattu National Park)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Sri Lankan lunch amidst the wilderness), Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning transfer to Wilpattu National Park for full-day safari
- Guided wildlife safari through diverse ecosystems featuring leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and more
- Birdwatching and reptile spotting opportunities
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch during the safari
- Evening briefing with guide
- Return to hotel
Landmarks Wilpattu National Park - Day 6
Anuradhapura
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to sacred city of Anuradhapura
- Explore UNESCO-listed heritage sites and ancient city ruins
- Visit the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi - world's oldest recorded tree
- Pay respects at the Eight Great Places of Veneration (Atamasthana)
- Engage in cultural storytelling and history with tour guide
- Bicycle ride around the Sacred Atamasthana Sites
- Evening planning session with guide
Landmarks Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Ruwanwelisaya Thuparamaya Lovamahapaya Abhayagiri Dagaba Jetavanarama Mirisaveti Stupa Lankarama - Day 7
Anuradhapura to Habarana (Minneriya National Park)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Sri Lankan lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning game drive in Habarana National Park
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch
- Afternoon safari at Minneriya National Park
- Observe the spectacular elephant gathering by the lakeside
- Evening discussion with tour guide
- Leisure time to relax at hotel
Landmarks Habarana National Park Minneriya National Park Minneriya Tank - Day 8
Habarana to Sigiriya
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress - UNESCO World Heritage marvel
- Hike Pidurangala Rock - for awe-inspiring views of Sigiriya
- Bicycle ride around the ancient city of Polonnaruwa
- Village experience - bullock cart ride and river safari
- Farming interaction with local villagers
- Evening planning session with guide
Landmarks Sigiriya Rock Fortress Pidurangala Rock Polonnaruwa 
- Day 9
Sigiriya to Dambulla
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the Golden Temple & Cave Temple of Dambulla - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- View ancient mural paintings and Buddha statues within the five caves
- Climb to the summit for panoramic views
- Scenic stop at Kandalama Lake
- View of Heritance Kandalama Hotel
- Explore Dambulla Town & Local Markets
- Evening planning session with guide
Landmarks Golden Temple and Cave Temple Complex of Dambulla Kandalama Lake Heritance Kandalama Hotel - Day 10
Dambulla to Tissamaharama (Yala National Park)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Tissamaharama via scenic jungle route through Buttala
- Visit to Kirivehera Temple - revered Buddhist stupa
- Visit to vibrant Hindu temple
- Full-day wildlife safari at Yala National Park - spot leopards, elephants, and more
- Arrival and check-in at eco-lodge or hotel in Tissamaharama
- Evening session to plan next day's activities with guide
Optional Activities
- Optional overnight camping experience in Yala (on request)
Landmarks Kirivehera Temple Yala National Park - Day 11
Tissamaharama (Yala National Park)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast en route), Lunch (Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at a serene picnic spot inside Yala Park), Dinner
Included Activities
- Early departure at 5:00 AM for full-day Yala safari adventure
- Breakfast en route to the park
- Explore Yala's wilderness in-depth: leopards, elephants, sloth bears & birdlife
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at a serene picnic spot inside Yala Park
- Scenic photo opportunities and wildlife spotting
- Evening planning session with tour guide
- Leisure time to relax at hotel
Landmarks Yala National Park 
- Day 12
Tissamaharama to Udawalawe (Bundala National Park)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast en route to the park), Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning half-day safari at Bundala National Park
- Breakfast en route to the park
- Spot rare and migratory birds, wetland wildlife, and coastal ecosystems
- Possible sightings of elephants, deer, and other mammals
- Transfer to Udawalawe through scenic southern landscapes
- Evening briefing with guide for next day's itinerary
Landmarks Bundala National Park 
- Day 13
Udawalawe
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the Elephant Transit Home to observe orphaned elephants during feeding sessions
- Afternoon game drive at Udawalawe National Park
- Spot elephants, water birds, deer, buffalo, and more in their natural habitat
- Evening briefing with tour guide
- Leisure time to relax at hotel
Landmarks Elephant Transit Home Udawalawe National Park - Day 14
Udawalawe to Mirissa
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transfer to Mirissa (approximately 5 hours' journey)
- Observe the fascinating stilt fishermen in action at Weligama Beach
- Evening visit to Coconut hills
- Evening briefing with tour guide
- Leisure time to relax at hotel
Optional Activities
- Optional whale and dolphin watching boat trip (early morning)
- Optional early morning whale watching excursion
Landmarks Mirissa Beach Weligama Beach Coconut hills - Day 15
Mirissa to Unawatuna
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning whale and dolphin watching boat trip from Mirissa (approximately 15 km offshore)
- Spot Blue Whales, Bryde's Whales, various dolphins, and other marine wildlife
- Complimentary snacks served onboard during the boat trip
- Transfer to Unawatuna in the afternoon
- Visit the Wella Devalaya shrine in Unawatuna
- Relax on the golden sands of Unawatuna Beach
- Evening briefing with tour guide
Landmarks Unawatuna Beach Wella Devalaya 
- Day 16
Mirissa to Ambalangoda (Galle, Ambalangoda, Balapitiya)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning transfer to Galle via scenic southern coastline
- Visit the Galle Dutch Fort - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the Moonstone Mine in Meetiyagoda - Sri Lanka's unique moonstone mining village
- Madu Ganga River Safari - boat ride through mangrove forests and wetlands
- Visit the Mask Workshop & Museum in Ambalangoda
- Stop at a Turtle Hatchery - witness local conservation efforts for sea turtles
- Evening briefing with tour guide
Landmarks Galle Fort Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mine Ambalangoda Mask Museum Madu Ganga River - Day 17
Ambalangoda to Colombo
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning transfer to Colombo from the southern coast
- Visit the Gangaramaya Temple - a lakeside spiritual landmark
- Explore key city landmarks: Independence Square, Old Parliament, Colombo Fort, and Galle Face Green
- Shopping tour at local markets and boutique stores
- Evening briefing with tour guide
Landmarks Gangaramaya Temple Beira Lake Independence Square Old Parliament Galle Face Green Pettah Market - Day 18
Departure from Colombo
- End point
- Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo BIA Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) as per flight schedule
Landmarks Bandaranaike International Airport
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