Ancient Heritage, Misty Mountains and Big Cat Safaris

About This Tour

Day 1 — Kalpitiya Highlights: Kalpitiya Lagoon Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and travel up the western coast to Kalpitiya, a tranquil peninsula known for kitesurfing, dolphins, and quiet lagoons, then settle in for a relaxed first afternoon by Kalpitiya Lagoon, soaking up the ocean breeze as you ease into the journey ahead; Day 2 — Wilpattu Highlights: Wilpattu national park travel inland for a thrilling jeep safari in Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka’s largest reserve, spending the day searching its forests and natural lakes for leopards, sloth bears, elephants, and a wide array of birdlife before retiring near the park for the night; Day 3 — Sigiriya/Dambulla Highlights: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla village tour drive east to the Cultural Triangle and climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress with its frescoes, water gardens, and panoramic summit views, then in the afternoon enjoy an authentic Dambulla village tour with a home-cooked Sri Lankan meal; Day 4 — Polonnaruwa Highlights: Ancient City of Polonnaruwa, Minneriya national park continue to Polonnaruwa and explore its UNESCO-listed ruins by bicycle, including the royal palace and Gal Vihara Buddhas, then in the afternoon embark on a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to witness “The Gathering” of wild elephants; Day 5 — Kandy Highlights: Kandy Spice Walk, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic travel through scenic countryside to Kandy, enjoy a fragrant spice garden walk en route, then visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and end the day with a Kandyan dance and drumming performance; Day 6 — Kandy Highlights: Pekoe trail (stage 01), Embekke Dewalaya spend a second day in Kandy, hiking Pekoe Trail Stage 1 through forest paths and tea plantations, then visiting Embekke Devalaya with its intricate wooden carvings and rich heritage; Day 7 — Nuwara Eliya Highlights: Horton Plains National Park climb into the misty highlands to Nuwara Eliya, hike across Horton Plains National Park to World’s End, then explore the colonial-era town and Gregory Lake at leisure; Day 8 — Ella Highlights: Little Adams peak take the scenic train to Ella and hike Little Adam’s Peak for sweeping highland views before a relaxed evening in town; Day 9 — Ella Highlights: Ella rock spend a second day in Ella hiking Ella Rock for 360-degree views, then unwind at cafés or visit the Nine Arch Bridge to watch a passing train; Day 10 — Yala Highlights: Yala National Park, Kirinda temple descend to the southern dry zone for a jeep safari in Yala National Park, famous for leopards, elephants, and crocodiles, then end the day at sunset at Kirinda Temple above the ocean; Day 11 — Tangalle Highlights: Hummanaya Blow hole, Rekawa turtle watching continue to Tangalle, visit Hummanaya Blowhole, then join a nighttime turtle-watching experience at Rekawa Beach; Day 12 — Mirissa Highlights: Weligama Bay, Coconut Tree Hill Mirissa travel to Mirissa, stop at Weligama Bay to watch surfers and stilt fishermen, visit Coconut Tree Hill for ocean views, then relax on the beach with seafood dinner; Day 13 — Galle Highlights: Unawatuna, Galle Fort explore Galle Fort’s cobbled streets and colonial architecture, enjoy a swim at Unawatuna Beach, and spend a relaxed evening shopping and watching sunset from the ramparts; Day 14 — Colombo Highlights: Colombo city tour finish in Colombo with a city tour of Independence Square, Galle Face Green, and the Old Parliament before transferring to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure.

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