Experience the ultimate 18-day journey through Sri Lanka’s cultural, historical, and natural highlights. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Sigiriya, Kandy, Anuradhapura, and Polonnaruwa, and discover the unique traditions of Jaffna and Trincomalee. From the lush highlands of Nuwara Eliya to whale watching and beach relaxation, this immersive tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and serenity across the island’s most iconic destinations.
Galle defines old and new Sri Lanka. While its outer city reflects the island’s booming modernity, UNESCO-listed Galle Fort bottles a past filled with Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonists. See history in the fortified gates, cobblestone streets, gabled houses, churches, a lighthouse, and ramparts overlooking an ocean that once harbored spice-laden ships.
Meanwhile, a sophisticated restaurant, art, and shopping scene reflect things to do in modern Galle. Try outdoor activities like ocean-based scuba, snorkeling, and blue whale-watching expeditions. Or discover nearby beaches, turtle sanctuaries, and villages.
Sinharaja Rainforest is a world heritage site and arguably the most important site in Sri Lanka and internationally important for its biodiversity. The reserve encompasses some of the few remaining sizable tracts of undisturbed primary lowland rain forest. It is home to 15 species of endemic birds of the country.
Sri Lanka’s very own “Little England” – this is decidedly a trip to a surrealistic hill station with swirling mists and tumbling waterfalls. Home to the country’s fragrant tea plantations that were once owned by British and Scottish planters.You could trek down the area’s many wooded trails, visit a local tea plantation or rent a bike for an energetic ride along the hills. Enjoy a panoramic hill-top view, as you settle down to a "proper high tea" spread out for your pleasure!
Kandy was established in the 14th century and was the last independent city and capital of the Singhalese kingdom. The city’s outskirts are provincial and incredibly scenic, with abounding rubber and tea plantations and paddy fields. Each year, Kandy hosts the world renowned Esala Perahera, a magnificently regal parade, complete with decorated elephants, trumpet fanfare and costumed drummers. Attractions here range from magnificent Buddhist temples to lush gardens, fascinating museums, evergreen tea fields and captivating cultural performances.
Sigiriya. The ‘Lions Rock’ previously known as Sihagiri has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is commonly referred to as Sigiriya. Sigiriya is a massive rock formation that rises out of the lush jungle, and it is home to an ancient fortress that is considered one of the greatest architectural achievements in the world. The fortress was built during the 5th century AD by King Kasyapa.
Trincomalee is home to one of the world’s largest natural harbors and great opportunities for snorkeling, windsurfing, surfing and diving. It is situated on the northeast coast of Sri-Lanka. This city boasting its natural harbor and breathtaking beaches has the most convoluted colonial history of any place in Sri-Lanka.
Jaffna is the capital city of Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, and has always been a major hub for its deep, creative culture of Hindu tradition.Until recently, Jaffna was closed off to world, but it is now safe to visit, today you can witness tranquil, palm-lined Dutch and Portuguese colonial suburbs, historic forts and churches, and modern shopping malls and railway stations. This is the perfect time to experience Jaffna without the crowds of other visitors, before it becomes a popular tourist destination. It is home to many Kovils, a Dravidian architectural style of Hindu temples, including the important Nallur Kandasamy Kovil and the Vallipuram Kovil at Point Pedro.
Declared a world heritage city by UNESCO, the sacred city of Anuradapura is considered Sri Lanka’s first known kingdom and the Island’s capital for many centuries. Now in picturesque yet fascinating ruins – huge bell-shaped stupas, temples, sculptures, palaces, age-old drinking-water reservoirs, wild life, art and architecture .See the world’s oldest Bo tree – Sri Maha Bodi – under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.
Negombo is a bustling beach town with plenty of opportunities for rest and relaxation ! We arrive early in the afternoon, check in to your hotel to make the most of your final day in Sri Lanka by strolling along the beach or sitting by the pool.
Get ready and check out from the hotel as this day marks an end to your vacation in Sri Lanka. Go for last minute souvenir shopping.Proceed to Bandaranayake International Airport to board the flight for your onward destination.
