Northern Heritage and Island Traditions

Arrival & Transfer to Negombo

Arrive at Colombo Airport and transfer directly to your beachfront resort in Negombo. Spend your first evening relaxing and unwinding by the coast at the Hotel under a B&B meal plan.

Negombo City Tour & Sacred Chilaw Temple Visit

Take a brief morning tour of Negombo city and visit the historic Hindu temple in Chilaw along the way. Journey north-central to the ancient capital of Anuradhapura and check into the Hotel on a half-board (HB) meal plan.

Sacred Anuradhapura Site & Mihintale Exploration

Discover the ancient, sprawling ruins of the sacred Anuradhapura kingdom before visiting nearby Mihintale, the cradle of Buddhism. Return to the hotel for your overnight stay under a Half Board (HB) meal plan.

Scenic Overland Transfer to Jaffna

Travel deep into the northern peninsula with a scenic overland journey from Anuradhapura to the culturally distinct city of Jaffna. Check into the hotel and settle in under a half-board (HB) meal plan.

Jaffna Cultural & Heritage Tour by Lantern Trails

Immerse yourself in unique northern traditions with a curated Jaffna Cultural and Heritage Tour presented by Lantern Trails. Spend your evening soaking up the local atmosphere, staying overnight at the Hotel under a Half Board (HB) plan.

Delft Island Boat & Heritage Excursion

Embark on an iconic boat ride to the remote Delft Island to witness its wild horses, coral walls, and colonial history. Return to the mainland and spend the night at the hotel under a half-board (HB) meal plan.

Transfer to Trincomalee & Eastern Coast City Tour

Travel southeast from the northern peninsula to the pristine shores of Trincomalee. Take an introductory city tour of the historic coastal town before checking into the Hotel on a B&B basis.

Beachside Leisure

Enjoy a completely free day at your own pace to swim, sunbathe, or explore the golden-sand beaches of Trincomalee. Overnight accommodation is provided at the hotel under a B&B meal plan.

Coastal Relaxation & Rest

Spend another restorative summer day soaking up the sun by the eastern sea or enjoying the property's peaceful surroundings. Stay overnight at the hotel on a B&B basis.

Ritigala Forest Monastery Exploration

Travel from the east coast back into the cultural triangle, stopping along the way to explore the ancient, forested ruins of Ritigala Monastery. Arrive in Sigiriya and check into the hotel under a Half Board (HB) meal plan.

Polonnaruwa Medieval Kingdom Ruins Visit

Spend the day discovering the monumental ruins, ancient palaces, and historic carvings of the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. Return to the hotel for a relaxing evening under a Half Board (HB) meal plan.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Climb & Dambulla Caves

Conquer the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning, followed by a visit to the historic Dambulla Cave Temple. Travel onward into the hills to check into the hotel on a B&B basis.

Batik Workshop, Kandy City Tour & Cultural Show

Tour an artisan batik workshop, explore the hill capital on a comprehensive Kandy City Tour, and conclude with an energetic traditional Cultural Show. Return to the Hotel for your final night under a B&B plan.

Departure Transfer

Conclude your comprehensive 14-day northern heritage, eastern coast, and cultural triangle summer tour with a direct transfer from Kandy to Colombo Airport for your departure flight.