Sri Lankan Odyssey 10-Day
Experience the best of Sri Lanka in 10 days!Start in Negombo, then climb the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy a safari in Minneriya National Park.Explore Dambulla Cave Temple, visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and discover Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth Relic.Relax in Nuwara Eliya with tea plantations and High Tea at the Grand Hotel.Take a scenic train ride to Ella, hike Little Adam’s Peak, and visit the Nine Arches Bridge.Unwind on Mirissa’s beaches, go whale-watching, and see stilt fishermen in Ahangama.End with a tour of Galle Fort and Colombo.Perfect for culture, adventure, and relaxation!
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Day 1 : Arrival in Negombo
- Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport.
- Transfer to a beachfront hotel in Negombo.
- Lunch at the hotel or a beachside restaurant.
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Negombo Lagoon.
- Dinner at the hotel’s beachside restaurant.
- Overnight stay in Negombo.
Day 2 : Negombo to Sigiriya
- Breakfast at the hotel in Negombo.
- Travel to Sigiriya; climb the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore the Sigiriya Museum.
- Lunch at a restaurant with scenic garden views.
- Leisure time in Sigiriya (relax by the pool or explore local attractions).
- Dinner at the hotel or a nature-themed local restaurant.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 3 : Minneriya National Park
- Breakfast at the hotel in Sigiriya.
- Depart for Minneriya National Park for a safari to spot elephants and wildlife.
- Lunch at a serene restaurant near Minneriya with scenic landscape views.
- Return to the hotel for leisure time (relax by the pool or enjoy the surrounding greenery).
- Dinner at the hotel or a cozy local restaurant serving authentic Sri Lankan dishes.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 4 : Dambulla, Pinnawala, and Kandy
- Breakfast at the hotel in Sigiriya.
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple.
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Dambulla.
- Depart for Kandy, stopping at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to observe and interact with elephants.
- En route, visit a Spice Garden to learn about Sri Lanka’s fragrant spices and their uses.
- Evening: Arrive in Kandy and enjoy a vibrant cultural dance show.
- Dinner at the hotel or a cozy local restaurant in Kandy.
- Overnight stay in Kandy, with city or lake views.
Day 5 : Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
- Breakfast at the hotel in Kandy.
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Take a city tour of Kandy, including visits to hand-carving, gem, and craft workshops.
- Lunch at a restaurant with stunning mountain views in Kandy.
- Continue the journey to Nuwara Eliya, enjoying scenic landscapes and lush tea plantations along the way.
- Dinner at the hotel or a cozy colonial-style restaurant.
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya, with tranquil mountain views.
Day 6 : Nuwara Eliya
- Breakfast at the hotel in Nuwara Eliya.
- Visit a tea factory and estate for a guided tour.
- Lunch at the hotel or a lakeside restaurant by Lake Gregory.
- Afternoon visit to Lake Gregory, Victoria Park, or explore the city.
- Enjoy evening High Tea at the Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya.
- Dinner at the hotel or a mountain-view restaurant.
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 7 : Nuwara Eliya to Ella
- Breakfast at the hotel in Nuwara Eliya.
- Scenic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella.
- Lunch at a hilltop restaurant in Ella.
- Explore Ella, including visits to Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak.
- Dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant with valley views.
- Overnight stay in a boutique hotel in Ella.
Day 8 : Ella to Mirissa
- Breakfast at the hotel in Ella.
- Depart for Mirissa.
- Lunch at a beachfront restaurant in Mirissa.
- Dinner at the hotel or a beachside restaurant with ocean views.
- Overnight stay in a beach hotel in Mirissa.
Day 9 : Whale Watching in Mirissa and Ahangama
- Early morning whale-watching tour (breakfast can be arranged early or packed).
- Lunch at a beachside restaurant near Mirissa.
- Afternoon visit to Ahangama for stilt fishing and exploring the beaches.
- Continue to Galle.
- Dinner at the hotel or a restaurant in Galle.
- Overnight stay at a heritage hotel near Galle Fort.
Day 10 : Galle to Colombo and Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel in Galle.
- Visit Galle Fort and the Turtle Hatchery.
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Galle.
- Afternoon transfer to Colombo for a city tour.
- Dinner at a local restaurant with city views.
- Transfer to the airport for departure.
Tour Inclusions
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- Guided transport
- A/C vehicle
- Star-class stays
- UNESCO entrance tickets
- High tea experience
- Train tickets
- Refreshments
- And more!
What is not included:
- Travel insurance is not included
- Flight tickets are not included
Our guide will be happy to:
- Meet and greet you at the airport
- Take you from one location to the next
- Please exchange money if you need help
- Take you to restaurants and help you experience Sri Lankan cuisine
- Translate between you and the locals should the need arise
- Answer all your questions
- Help you experience bits of real Sri Lankan culture
- Offer any sort of support you might need while traveling
- We are child-friendly!
- We will be happy to provide car seats and cots if you need them
- We can arrange special food (non-spicy) or help with dietary requirements
Notes:
- This is a sample itinerary and can be customized based on your preferences and the current availability of attractions
- Sri Lanka offers a wide range of experiences, from beaches to wildlife to historical sites. This itinerary focuses on a blend of cultural and natural attractions, but there are many other options to explore.