Discover the soul of Sri Lanka on this immersive 12-day expedition that combines ancient civilizations, sacred temples, mountain landscapes, wildlife encounters, and tropical coastal beauty. Beginning with the historic rock fortress of Yapahuwa and the sacred ancient city of Anuradhapura, the tour takes you deep into the island’s rich Buddhist heritage and archaeological wonders. Explore hidden forest monasteries, majestic Buddha statues, and UNESCO World Heritage sites including Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa. Continue into the cultural capital of Kandy before experiencing Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country with tea plantations, waterfalls, and one of the world’s most beautiful train journeys to Ella. The adventure concludes with thrilling safari experiences in Yala National Park, whale watching in Mirissa, and visits to the charming southern coastline and colonial landmarks.
- Day 1 - Pick up Airport, Visit the archaeological site of Yapahuwa, Transfer to Anuradhapura and stay.
- Day 2 - Visit Anuradhapura (first capital of the island) - Evening visit Mihintale at sunset and stay at Anuradhapura
- Day 3 - Visit statue of Aukana - Visit Ritigala ( old monastery in the forest) transfer to Sigiriya and stay
- Day 4 - Morning visit lion fortress Sigiriya - Visit medieval city of Polonnaruwa ( Second capital city of the Island ) - overnight stay at Sigiriya
- Day 5 - Morning visit temple of the caves in Dambulla - Spice garden - Temple of Hindu ( Matale) and transfer to Kandy and stay
- Day 6 - Morning visit Temple of the Tooth relic with ceremony - City tour with Bahirawakanda statue - Royal botanical garden - stay Kandy
- Day 7 - Visit tea plantation and a factory - Waterfalls and city tour of Nuwara Eliya - Panoramic Train journey to Ella and overnight stay - Evening trekking in Little Adam's peak
- Day 8 - Visit Lipton seat - Trekking in 9 Arch bridge - Stay at Ella
- Day 9 - Rawana waterfalls, Buduruwagala statue and overnight Tissamaharama - Afternoon safari at national park Yala
- Day 10 - Transfer to magnificent south beach Mirissa and overnight
- Day 11 - Relaxing boat trip to see whales and dolphins and overnight stay Mirissa
- Day 12 - Traditional Stilt fishermen ( Ahangama) - Visit Galle fortress and transfer to the airport.