Overview
Includes
Itinerary
Day 01 :
Arrival in Colombo
- Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport
- Transfer to your hotel in Colombo
- Visit the National Museum to learn about Sri Lanka's history and culture
- Explore the Galle Face Green and try some street food
Day 02 :
Colombo to Anuradhapura
- Drive to Anuradhapura (approx. 4.5 hours)
- Visit the Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred Bo tree believed to be over 2,000 years old
- Explore the ancient city, including the Brazen Palace and the Ruwanwelisaya stupa
Day 03 :
Anuradhapura
- Visit the Mihintale, a sacred site believed to be the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
- Explore the Tissa Wewa and Nuwara Wewa, ancient reservoirs
- Visit the Abhayagiri Monastery and learn about Buddhist history
Day 04 :
Anuradhapura to Sigiriya
- Drive to Sigiriya (approx. 1.5 hours)
- Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the surrounding area, including the Sigiriya Museum
Day 05 :
Sigiriya to Kandy
- Drive to Kandy (approx. 2 hours)
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth, a sacred Buddhist site
- Explore the Kandy Lake and the Royal Botanical Gardens
Day 06 :
Kandy
- Visit the Pujawardhana Institute to learn about Buddhist culture
- Attend a traditional Kandyan dance performance
- Explore the Kandy Market and try some local street food
Day 07 :
Kandy to Dambadeniya
- Drive to Dambadeniya (approx. 2 hours)
- Visit the Dambadeniya Kingdom, a 13th-century kingdom
- Explore the surrounding area, including the Kurunegala city
Day 08 :
Dambadeniya to Galle
- Drive to Galle (approx. 3.5 hours)
- Visit the Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the narrow streets and historic buildings within the fort
Day 09 :
Galle
- Visit the National Maritime Museum to learn about Sri Lanka's maritime history
- Explore the Galle Dutch Reformed Church and the Groote Kerk
- Walk along the Galle Fort ramparts and enjoy the views
Day 10 :
Departure from Colombo
- Drive back to Colombo (approx. 2 hours)
- Spend some time shopping for souvenirs or exploring the city
- Depart from Bandaranaike International Airport