15-Day Ultimate Sri Lanka Explorer

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Check in to your beach resort in Negombo to relax after your international flight.

Drive north to Sri Lanka’s first ancient kingdom. Visit the sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi tree, giant stupas of Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya.

Visit Mihintale sanctuary before heading to the crystal-clear eastern coastline of Trincomalee and Nilaveli.

Snorkel among coral reefs and gentle blacktip reef sharks at Pigeon Island. In the afternoon, visit Koneswaram Temple perched high on Swami Rock.

Travel inland to Sigiriya. Relax in your resort surrounded by lush tropical birds and peaceful nature.

Climb Sigiriya Fortress early in the morning. Discover the intricate rock cave murals and statues of Dambulla.

Drive through the spice hills to Kandy. Tour the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy an evening cultural performance.

Explore the royal orchid collection at Peradeniya Botanical Gardens and walk around serene Kandy Lake.

Ascend to Nuwara Eliya. Tour a historic colonial tea factory and taste premium Ceylon black and green tea.

Experience the world-renowned blue train journey over mountain passes and through misty green valleys into Ella.

Trek to the Nine Arches Bridge and hike Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views of Ella Gap.

Stop at Ravana Falls on the way to Yala. Take an afternoon safari to encounter leopards, wild boar, and elephants.

Transfer to the sun-soaked southern beaches of Mirissa. Unwind with ocean breezes and fresh coconut water.

Walk the centuries-old stone ramparts of Galle Fort, browsing boutique craft shops and historic colonial buildings.

Scenic highway drive past Colombo city landmarks before your farewell transfer to the airport.