On arrival you will be met by our English speaking Chauffeur Guide and the Airport staff who will offer assistance before driving you to Negombo, affectionately named the “Little Rome” of Sri Lanka. A quiet coastal town in close proximity to the airport.
After an early breakfast visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress which houses the remnants of an ancient Sri Lankan kingdom. Spend the evening taking a Jeep safari at Minneriya/ Kaudulla National Park.
After breakfast head to the ancient city of Polonaruwa. This medieval city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rose to fame as the capital (10th - 12th Century AD).
Evening you have the choice of embarking on the Hirawaduna Trek, a nature trail that gives you an insight into Sri Lankan village life.
After breakfast visit the town of Kandy. Stroll through streets lined with colonial styled buildings and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic which houses the tooth of Lord Buddha. Surround yourself in the calm and beauty of the Royal Botanical Gardens before heading back to your hotel for dinner.
Take to the misty mountains of Nuwara Eliya after breakfast where you will be able to visit a lush green tea plantation. Join the tea pluckers as they pick the famous tea leaf and a bud before being introduced the process of manufacturing some of the world’s finest tea. Enjoy gorgeous vistas of the surrounding countryside before retreating to the warmth of your hotel.
You have the option of setting off on a trek to Horton Plains with a packed breakfast. You will get to visit the beautiful Bakers Falls and the amazing World’s End before proceeding to the southern coastal town of Bentota.
After breakfast proceed to town of Bandarawela where you have the opportunity of visiting the famous Lipton’s Seat. Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view of the surrounding countryside upon reaching the peak.
After breakfast proceed to the Airport in time for the connecting flight.