Sri Lanka Routes

Day 01 - Anuradhapura City

Oh! To have the rare luck of exploring Sri Lanka in two whole weeks! The first of the destinations in your Sri Lanka vacation is Anuradhapura, one of the ancient capitals. The sacred city is brimming with stories to be discovered, which is why it is also a UNESCO world heritage site. The first historical site you visit in your Sri Lanka vacation package is Mihintale. The dodgy climb to Mihintale feels absolutely worthy as it greets you with a magnificent view along with insane winds. You discover the beauty of the ancient architecture in Ritigala Forest Monastery, Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna), and Ruwanweliseya! It’s still the first day of your Sri Lanka vacation, and you are already capturing everything you see!

Activities

Arrival to the paradise island Sri Lanka (Bandaranaike International Airport)
Warmly welcomed by an representative and your driver
Proceed to ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura
Check in at the lakefront hotel & refresh
Take an ancient city tour in Anuradhapura
Later, try Sri Lankan Lion beer at the hotel watching the lake
Enjoy the typical Sri Lankan grand dinner buffet at the hotel
Overnight stay in your calm hideaway in Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura Highlights

Accomodation: Amaya Lake (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Airport to Anuradhapura - 4 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 02 - Polonnaruwa City

After Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa is the second most iconic landmark in Sri Lanka, making it a must-visit in a Sri Lanka vacation package. You are amazed by the old ruins that you come across at each stop of your Sri Lanka vacation so far. You walk through the ruins of the seven-story Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu, his Audience Hall, the royal swimming pool, and many other ancient places. You feel like you are in the time of the kings! As you explore more of this city full of ancient ruins, you slowly realize how much of a rich history that it bears. In the evening, you sightsee the Parakrama reservoir and go for a village walk. It’s calming, and you love your Sri Lanka vacation for the rustic splendor of Polonnaruwa city.

Activities

Wake up to bird chirpings on your first morning in the paradise
Devour a colourful breakfast buffet at the hotel
Check out and proceed to Polonnaruwa city
Try a cup of worlds’ best tea; Ceylon tea
Tour around the ancient Polonnaruwa city
Walk through amazing 2500 years of documented history in Sri lanka
Check in at the hotel in the ruralness
Later, cycle around the Polonnaruwa village
Spend time with the friendly villagers
Experience how simple life is in Sri Lanka
Watch the breathtaking sunset by the lake
Try an Ayurveda spa session in Polonnaruwa
Taste a true Sri Lankan dinner buffet at the htoel

Polonnaruwa Highlights

Accomodation: Amaya Lake (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Anuradhapura to Polonnaruwa - 2 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 03 - Sigiriya

With picturesque sunsets over acres of swaying paddy fields, Sigiriya is a humble town in your Sri Lanka vacation package. After exploring the prestigious history of Polonnaruwa, your heart is excited for more! A friendly local says that Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a must-visit in a Sri Lanka vacation, so you are eager for the hike. At the top of the rock, you meet the damsels of the Sigiriya painted by King Kashyapa’s artists. You enjoy the delicious cuisine in the local restaurants and end the day with a peaceful walk across the dancing paddy fields. It is calm, and you retreat to your hotel thinking of the adventures ahead in your Sri Lanka vacation.

Activities

Wake up to a beautiful morning in Polonaruwa
Learn the basics of Buddhist meditation - Part 1
Tropical fruits will energize your whole day
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet overlooking the lake
Proceed to Sigiriya city
On the way, stop at Minneriya National Park
Witness the largest Elephant gathering in the world
Check in at the beautiful hotel
Relax in the breezy humid weather
Later visit the famous rock fortress in Sigiriya
Wine down with a chill Sri Lankan beer - Lion Larger
Enjoy the perfect dinner buffet full of local curries

Sigiriya Highlights

Accomodation: Amaya Lake (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Polonnaruwa to Sigiriya - 1 hour (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 04 - Kandy

Kandy, Sri Lanka’s capital city of culture, is a city never to miss on a Sri Lanka vacation. On the fourth day of your Sri Lanka vacation package, you visit the most sacred place in Sri Lanka; the Temple of Tooth, which protects the tooth relics of Lord Buddha. It is the relic of the real Buddha! This sacred tooth is covered in boxes of gold and jewels, and surprisingly, there are no armed guards to protect it! You take a walk in the city full of restaurants with incredible flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine. This Sri Lanka vacation costs too low for what it gives! You listen to the soft chanting of hymns, inspiring artifacts, people with warm gestures, and the relaxing feel of a calming evening. At this point, there is nothing more you would ask from your Sri Lanka vacation.

Activities

Wake up to a beautiful morning in Sigirya
Start your day with a yoga session
Devour an tummy-filling breakfast buffet at the hotel
Proceed to Kandy city
Stop by at Dambulla cave complex & temple
On the way, stop at Spice village
Learn how world’s best spices are made in Sri Lanka
Experience a colourful Sri Lankan lunch - rice & curry
Check in at a luscious hotel in Kandy and refresh
Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
Witness Kandy culture dance show
Enjoy a scrumptious dinner buffet at the hotel
Wine down with a singing session at the hotel
Don’t forget your chill Sri Lankan beer
Overnight stay in the hotel under starry skies

Kandy Highlights

Accomodation: Mahaweli Reach (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Sigiriya to Kandy - 2 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 05 - Nuwara-Eliya

Off to Nuwara Eliya on the fifth day of our thrilling Sri Lanka vacation! Now, this is a landscape that is entirely different from the whole of your Sri Lanka vacation, so much so that it is called Little England. The foamy waterfalls like Laxapana, St. Clair’s, and Ramboda, charming rows of tea plantations, the world-famous Ceylon tea factories, European-style buildings, and the vegetable farms have left you mesmerized. This Sri Lanka vacation package includes a stroll in the enticing Victoria Park. You realize that Nuwara Eliya, as a popular Sri Lanka vacation destination, is covered with emerald greenery. In the evening, you visit Lake Gregory and find a nice spot for a picnic with your family. You end the day with a warm cup of Ceylon tea to blend in with the chill!

Activities

Wake up to the chilly morning in Kandy
Start your day with some yoga
Enjoy a tummy-filling breakfast buffet at the hotel
Check out from the hotel
Proceed to Nuwara Eliya in the hill country
Get to know how world famous Sri Lankan gems are made
Visit handicraft & handmade-batik shops
Visit at tea estate & pluck your own tea bag
Get to know world famous Ceylon tea is made
Try your hot cup of Ceylon tea observing the emerald tea gardens
Check in at your colonial style hotel Nuwara Eliya
Devour a colonial style dinner buffet at the hotel
Enjoy your night with a cold Sri Lankan Lion beer

Nuwara Eliya Highlights

Accomodation: The Blackpool (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya - 2 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 06 - Ella

There’s no wonder why Ella is in every Sri Lanka vacation package. You take the train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, and you experience one of the most beautiful train rides in the world-what a streak of stunning views! You arrive at Ella and head straight to the awe-striking Nine Arch Bridge surrounded by emerald greenery. Your Sri Lanka vacation includes zip-lining over the neat tea fields, which is one to experience. A Sri Lanka vacation in Ella is never complete without a swim in the natural pools of Diyaluma Falls. As you feel the foamy water relaxing your whole body, you immerse in nature. You enjoy the light flurry of air as it gently kisses your cheeks as you walk around the beautiful village in the evening – perfection!

Activities

Wake up to the misty mountains in Nuwara Eliya
Start your day with a fresh cup of Ceylon tea
Take a morning walk around the tea villages
Enjoy your breakfast buffet of local and foreign cuisine
Check out and proceed to Ella city
Try out our strawberries & fresh milkshakes
Experience the breathtaking train ride in Ella
Bath in the natural pools of breathtaking Waterfalls
Walk through the hill country vegetation
Check in at your lovely hotel in Ella & refresh
Visit Ella gap
Visit the Mini Adam’s peek in Ella
Visit world famous Nine Arch bridge
Enjoy a hot and grand dinner buffet in the cold night
Overnight stay in Ella hotel overlooking mountains

Ella Highlights

Accomodation: 98 Acres Resort & Spa (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Nuwara Eliya to Ella - 3 hours 30min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 07 - Udawalawa

Udawalawa National Park, the next destination of your incredible Sri Lanka vacation package: is stationed in the South Central region of the tropical island. On this day of your Sri Lanka vacation, you venture into the wilderness, away from the cold weather of luxurious Little England! You buckle up your seat belts because you know it is going to get rough and wild! For you, the main attractions of this wildlife sanctuary are Water Buffalo, Wild boar, different species of Deer, wild Asian Elephants, and exceptional birdlife. It is the perfect Sri Lanka vacation package for you. You visit the Elephant Transit Home and fall in love with the adorable and playful elephants who often try to peep into the safari jeeps!

Activities

Wake up to the misty mountains in Nuwara Eliya
Start your day with a fresh cup of Ceylon tea
Take a morning walk around the tea villages
Enjoy your breakfast buffet of local and foreign cuisine
Check out and proceed to Ella city
Try out our strawberries & fresh milkshakes
Experience the breathtaking train ride in Ella
Bath in the natural pools of breathtaking Waterfalls
Walk through the hill country vegetation
Check in at your lovely hotel in Ella & refresh
Visit Ella gap
Visit the Mini Adam’s peek in Ella
Visit world famous Nine Arch bridge
Enjoy a hot and grand dinner buffet in the cold night
Overnight stay in Ella hotel overlooking mountains

Udawalawa Highlights

Accomodation: Kalus Hideaway (3 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Ella to Udawalawe - 1 hour 45min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 08 - Yala

You missed the sight of the magnificent leopards during the Udawalawa Safari. However, this Sri Lanka vacation package includes a tour back into the wilderness from a wildlife safari at Yala! You get in the jeep escorted by an experienced guide, and as the ride becomes adventurous, you get excited. Suddenly, a herd of gigantic wild elephants blocks your road, and you take out your camera and film the adventure! After all, the memories at Yala are too nerve-kicking to stay only with you; they are worth a share! Finally, you see the glorious leopards and the mesmerizing peacock dance. This Sri Lanka vacation package is surely a one of a kind. By the end of this Sri Lanka vacation, you fulfill your wish to sight-see the majestic leopards of Sri Lanka. – Lucky you!

Activities

Wake up to the sounds of wilderness in the jungle
Take early morning bicycle ride around the villages in Udawalawa
Savour a delightful breakfast buffet by the lake
Taste our fresh tropical fruits for a sweet dessert
Later check out from the Udawalawa hotel
Proceed to more wildlife in Yala National Park
Check in at the tropical hotel in Yala
Culinary experience - Learn how to make Sri Lanka chicken curry
In the evening, gear up for the 4 x 4 jungle safari
Magnificent leopards are your prime sights to spot
Enjoy the grand dinner buffet at the hotel
Overnight stay in Yala hotel

Yala Highlights

Accomodation: Jetwing Yala (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Udawalawe to Yala - 1 hour 45min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 09 - Mirissa

Your Sri Lanka vacation just got more adventurous! Mirissa paradise is for beach lovers like you. You jump right into the pristine sea and wade into the turquoise waters. You go snorkeling and scuba diving to discover the aquatic life under the sea. As per your Sri Lanka vacation package, you go fishing in the deep sea with the local fishermen. You saw whales and dolphins in the blue waters! As suggested by our Sri Lanka vacation team, you spend a rejuvenating time enjoying massages in the local spas filled with entangling herbal aroma. In the evening, you rent a bicycle and wander around as there are countless artistic boutiques and attractive streets on this marine coast of Sri Lanka.

Activities

Wake up to the surrounding wilderness
Have your Sri Lankan breakfast buffet at the hotel
Proceed to the beautiful Mirissa beach
Check in at the beach hotel
Start enjoying the warm sea and golden shore
Surf lovers can surf their heart out
Enjoy the whale & dolphin watching Excursion
Chill beer or Sri Lankan style cocktails? Choice is yours
Enjoy the beautiful sunset by the beach
Learn how to make the famous Sri Lankan Crab Curry
Enjoy the grand seafood dinner buffet rich in flavor

Mirissa Highlights

Accomodation: Mandara Resort Mirissa (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Yala to Mirissa - 2 hours 45min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 10 - Sinharaja

You wake up to the chirping of the birds and look through the window of your cozy hotel room. You smell the tropical fruit trees surrounding you in the lush forest. You are in Sinharaja, and it’s a beautiful morning full of life. Like all other destinations in our Sri Lanka vacation packages, the unlimited breakfast buffet takes you to the moon with its delicious Sri Lankan cuisine. You start trekking the jungle, and your Sri Lanka vacation just got better: You come across a natural water spring. After exploring the adventurous yet soul-touching Sinharaja forest, you walk through the beautiful Sinharaja village. The tropical weather is just right to chug some Sri Lankan Lion Beer, which foreigners love; the best way to end a chilly night of a Sri Lanka vacation.

Activities

Wake up to the lullaby of the salty beach waves
Trail along the morning sun-kissed beach
Have your delicious breakfast buffet by the beach
Check out & proceed to Sinharaja Rain Forest
Trek Sinharaja Rain Forest full of life and humidity
Check in at luxury jungle hotel & refresh
Later visit Toddy (made from Kithul tree) huts
Enjoy your dinner buffet overlooking the rainforest
Overnight stay at Sinharaja Rainforest Hotel

Sinharaja Highlights

Accomodation: The Rainforest Ecolodge (3 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Mirissa to Sinharaja - 2 hours 45min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 11 - Galle

A Sri Lanka vacation is a mixture of feelings with a blend of contrasting locations. Your Sri Lanka vacation package includes a beautiful town called Galle, on the South West coast. So you visit the Galle Fort beside the rippling sea waves. Later you cycle through the streets that mirror architecture influenced by the Dutch, British and Portuguese rule. You are an antique enthusiast, and this Galle vacation package is sending you over the moon! You stop by the Maritime Archeology Museum that houses boats and other old items from century-old shipwrecks. Then you walk into the Historical Mansion Museum, one of the biggest in the world, and you find traditional arts and crafts. You shop at the elegant Dutch hospital shopping precinct, which has a line of restaurants, boutiques, and bars to relax in.

Activities

Wake up to the beautiful greenery filled with bird-songs
Have a humungous breakfast buffet at the hotel
Proceed to Galle city
On the way, stop to see stilt fishermen in Sri Lanka
Experience unique fishing techniques in Sri Lanka
Take part in the famous Madu River boat ride
Visit the adorable turtles at a turtle hatchery
Check in at the beach hotel in Galle
Dive in for water activities in the Indian ocean
Visit the ancient Galle fort (Dutch fort)
Take a walk around the Galle fort
Taste the famous Sri Lankan crab for dinner
Enjoy your night in local pubs
Overnight stay in the hotel in Galle

Enjoying watersports at the beach with friends

Accomodation: Garton's Cape (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Sinharaja to Galle - 3 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 12 - Hikkaduwa

On your Sri Lanka vacation, Hikkaduwa is a place that keeps you busy with many fun activities. You rent some snorkeling gear and get onto a boat and swim into the Hikkaduwa coral reef. After a good time in the deep sea, you take a boat ride at the Madu river and experience wildlife like beautiful birds, crocodiles, and monkeys. The Hikkaduwa vacation package is incomplete without an Ayurvedic spa treatment to refresh you after all the tiring activities. After having a good time at the Turtle hatchery, you enjoy the best local seafood in this Sri Lanka vacation. During the night, you go to a bar and feel the beachy ambiance with some live music as you hear the waves sing along with you. How satisfying is that!?

Activities

Devour a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel
Proceed to Hikkaduwa beach
Check in to the tropical hotel on beach
Enjoy a wide range of water sports at the sea
Feed turtles on the beach
Snorkeling in shallow turquoise water
Sink in the warm sea water and embrace the beautiful view
Enjoy your night at the beach party with friendly locals
Enjoy the buffet dinner & BBQ on the beach

Spending time at the Hikkaduwa beach

Accomodation: Garton's Cape (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Galle to Hikkaduwa - 20min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 13 - Colombo City

After two weeks of touring around the pearl island for the lowest Sri Lanka vacation cost, a city tour around Colombo is a treat. As the commercial capital, Colombo is gifted with scenic beauty, some of the best restaurants, and shopping complexes on the island. You walk through the Pettah market, which gives the feel of the down-to-earth lifestyle of the city life in Sri Lanka. A Colombo travel package always has a stop at the floating market. In this Sri Lanka vacation package, you get the chance to learn how to cook traditional Sri Lankan cuisine. While the day remains to be bustling, nightlife in Colombo is one for the party animals! You enjoy this night of your Sri Lanka vacation beside the spectacular beach under the starry skies.

Activities

Wake up to see the beautiful sunrise through the horizon
Relax with a yoga session by the beach
Enjoy an Indian ocean seafood buffet for breakfast
Proceed to Colombo; the capital city of the paradise
Go on a Colombo city tour & shopping tour
Learn the basics of Buddhist meditation - Part 1
Culinary experience 3 – How to make Sri Lankan Potato Curry
Dinner at ‘Ministry of Crab’ – Best seafood restaurant in Sri Lanka
Later visit local pubs with friendly locals
VIP night club & casino for those interested

Colombo Highlights

Accomodation: Hilton Colombo (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time: Hikkaduwa to Colombo - 1hour 30min (approx.)
Transfer Mode: Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Day 14 - Kalpitiya

Every goodbye does not have to be a sad one. Even though it is the last day of your Sri Lanka vacation, the excitement goes on. Kalpitiya is the haven for surfers and snorkelers. The surfer in you is a little tired today, so you hop into a boat and go whale and dolphin watching. As the adorable dolphins flock around your boat to greet everyone who came to visit them, you capture the moment to treasure it. Tasting local seafood is a must in a Sri Lanka vacation package. After a mouthwatering meal, you visit the Kalpitiya Dutch Fort built using coral and limestone in the 16th century. Your Sri Lanka vacation ends here, but you embrace the memories it carries on your way back to the airport.