Day 1: Arrival – Colombo Airport – Negombo
Upon arrival, a friendly tour representative will greet you and transfer you to Negombo, a charming coastal town just 30 minutes from the airport. Rest and rejuvenate from your flight with an overnight stay at a seaside hotel.

Day 2: Pinnawala – Sigiriya
After breakfast, journey to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Watch elephants bathe and roam freely, visit the Elephant Museum at the Millennium Elephant Foundation, and enjoy a memorable elephant ride. In the afternoon, continue to Sigiriya for your overnight stay, either in Sigiriya or nearby Dambulla.

Day 3: Dambulla – Matale – Kandy
Begin the day with a visit to the awe-inspiring Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue through Matale, stopping at a spice garden to explore aromatic local herbs. Arrive in Kandy, where you’ll visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and witness a colorful cultural dance performance in the evening.

Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Explore the lush Peradeniya Botanical Gardens before heading into the misty highlands of Nuwara Eliya, affectionately called “Little England.” En route, visit a Tea Factory to learn the art of tea making and sample premium Ceylon teas. Upon arrival, tour the city and wander through the enchanting Haggala Botanical Gardens. Enjoy a cozy evening in the hill country.

Day 5: Ella – Tissamaharama
After breakfast, drive through the scenic route to Ella, known for its breathtaking mountain views. Visit Ella Gap, Ravana Ella Falls, Little Adam’s Peak, and Bambaragala Peak. Later, continue to Tissamaharama for your overnight stay near the southern wilderness.

Day 6: Yala Safari – Mirissa – Galle
Start the day with an exhilarating jeep safari at either Yala National Park or Bundala Wildlife Park, home to leopards, elephants, and countless bird species. Then, relax at Unawatuna Bay before heading to Galle. Explore the historic Galle Fort, its charming streets, markets, and colonial architecture along the iconic sea ramparts.

Day 7: Galle – Colombo – Departure
Before your departure, visit a turtle hatchery, where conservationists work to protect sea turtles. Then travel to Colombo, where you can enjoy a brief city tour or indulge in some last-minute shopping. You’ll then be transferred to Bandaranaike International Airport or your beach extension hotel, if you’re extending your holiday.