13 Days of Sri Lanka: Where Culture, Nature & Adventure Meet.
This 13-day Sri Lanka tour offers an immersive island-wide journey through ancient cultural treasures, lush hill country landscapes, thrilling wildlife parks, and serene southern beaches. From the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the sacred city of Kandy to misty tea plantations, leopard safaris in Yala, and whale watching in Mirissa, this itinerary is thoughtfully designed to showcase the very best of Sri Lanka while ensuring comfort, authenticity, and unforgettable experiences
Ideal For:
First-time visitors, adventure seekers, wildlife enthusiasts, culture lovers, and travelers looking for a complete Sri Lankan experience that blends heritage, nature, scenic beauty, and coastal relaxation.
Highlights:
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your local representative. Transfer to Negombo, a coastal town known for its colonial heritage and vibrant fishing culture. Visit the lively Negombo Fish Market and relax at your hotel after your journey.
After breakfast, depart for Dambulla. Visit the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist sites, featuring ancient murals and statues. Continue to the Golden Buddha Temple before checking in to your hotel and relaxing.
Proceed to Sigiriya after breakfast. Experience authentic village life with a cultural village tour including traditional transport, a village home visit, and local cooking experience with lunch. Later, climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. End the day with a sunset hike at Pidurangala Rock.
After breakfast, travel to Kandy via Matale. Visit a spice garden to learn about Sri Lanka’s spices and herbal traditions. In Kandy, explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and enjoy a vibrant cultural dance performance in the evening.
After breakfast, visit an elephant conservation project where you can walk with elephants, observe their behavior, and enjoy a local lunch. Later, visit the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, followed by a Kandy city tour covering Kandy Lake and local handicraft centers.
Travel through lush tea plantations to Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea estate and factory to learn about Ceylon tea production. Board the scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella, one of the world’s most beautiful rail journeys. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
After breakfast, explore Ella’s scenic surroundings. Hike Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic hill-country views and visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge. The rest of the day is free for leisure or optional wellness activities.
After breakfast, depart for Udawalawa, enjoying scenic waterfalls along the route. Visit the Elephant Transit Home to observe rescued baby elephants being rehabilitated before release into the wild. Relax at your hotel surrounded by nature.
Begin the day with a jeep safari in Udawalawa National Park, famous for its elephant herds and wildlife. Proceed to Galle and enjoy a local cooking class with lunch. In the evening, explore the historic Galle Fort, enjoy a tuk-tuk ride, and watch the sunset from the fort walls.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure. Bid farewell to Sri Lanka with unforgettable memories of culture, nature, wildlife, and coastal beauty.
