12-Day Sri Lanka Heritage & Coastal Wonders

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo → Negombo

1. Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport.
2. Transfer to Negombo for an overnight stay.
3. Relax on the beach or visit Dutch Fort and the Fish Market.
4. Overnight stay in Negombo.

Day 2: Negombo → Anuradhapura

1. Morning transfer to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's ancient capital (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
2. Visit sacred sites such as Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, and Isurumuniya Temple.
3. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Day 3: Anuradhapura → Mihintale → Habarana

1. Visit Mihintale, the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.
2. Transfer to Habarana and experience an evening Habarana Village Tour and bullock cart ride.
3. Overnight stay in Habarana.

Day 4: Polonnaruwa → Hurulu Eco Park Safari

1. Morning visit to Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
2. Afternoon jeep safari in Hurulu Eco Park.
3. Overnight stay in Habarana.

Day 5: Sigiriya → Ritigala → Pasikudah (Beach Season: March–September)

1. Early morning climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
2. Visit Ritigala Ancient Monastery, hidden in the jungle.
3. Proceed to Pasikudah, a beautiful beach destination for relaxation.
4. Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 6: Pasikudah Beach Day

1. Full day of relaxation on the calm beaches (ideal during March–September).
2. Optional water sports, snorkeling, or spa treatments.
3. Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 7: Pasikudah → Dambulla → Kandy

1. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO site).
2. Proceed to Kandy, with a visit to a Spice Garden and Wood Carving Center.
3. Evening Kandyan Cultural Dance Show.
4. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 8: Kandy City Tour

1. Explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
2. Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, Gem Museum, Batik Center, and Kandy Viewpoint.
3. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 9: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

1. Visit Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Ambewela Farm, and Seetha Amman Temple.
2. Explore Nuwara Eliya with a city tour and visit a tea plantation.
3. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 10: Nuwara Eliya → Ella (Train Journey)

1. Scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella.
2. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak.
3. Overnight stay in Ella.

Day 11: Ella → Yala

1. Visit Ravana Falls.
2. Transfer to Yala National Park.
3. Leisure evening at Yala.
4. Overnight stay near Yala.

Day 12: Yala Safari → Bentota → Departure

1. Early morning safari at Yala National Park.
2. Transfer to Bentota for beach relaxation.
3. An optional Colombo city tour, depending on flight time.
4. Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.