Sri Lanka Cultural, Heritage & Wildlife Tour - 11 Days / 12 Days

Duration 11 Days / 10 Nights

On arrival at Colombo International Airport, you will meet & greet by Ceylon Expeditions Tour Manager.
After discussing the trip plan we will privately transfer you to the Negombo. (30 Min drive)
Relax and un-wind after long flight at the one of most recommended Beach Hotel in Negombo Sri Lanka.

Transfer to Anuradhapura (3 - 4 Hrs)
En-root visist most venerated Hindu temple in Sri Lanka, Munneshwaram Kovil in Chilaw (1 Hr from Negombo) This is one of important Temple as per the Ramayana trail Sri Lanka.
Explore Anuradhapura Ancient City (A UNESCO World Heritage) (Travel time 4 Hrs).
Visit Munneswaram Hindu Temple Chilaw.

Transfer to Anuradhapura / Visit Anuradhapura Image

Full day wildlife safari in Wilpattu National Park.

Full day explore Wilpattu National Park Image

Transfer to Trincomalee Explore Trincomalee attractions

Explore Trincomalee further including Hot Spring Wells
War Cemetery Trincomalee (World War)
Nila Weli Beach
Sri Bhadrakali Amman Hindu Kovil.
Transfer to Habarana
Sigiriya Rock fortress (UNESCO World Heritage).

Explore Trincomalee and transfer to Habarana Sigiriya Rock Fortress Image

Visit Polonnaruwa Ancient City (UNESCO World Heritage)
Lunch at Polonnaruwa
Afternoon visit Minneiya National Park. Back to hotel before dusk.

Explore Polonnaruwa Minneriya National Park Dambulla Image

Transfer to Kandy.
En-root visit Dambulla Cave Temple (A UNESCO World Heritage) and leave for Kandy.
Explore Spice Garden in Mathale.
Reach Kandy by 1.00 PM and check-in to Kandy Hotel.
Evening visit Tooth Relic Temple and cultural show Kandy.

Dambulla Cave Temple Transfer to Kandy Image

Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and spend at least 2 hours
Royal Botanic Gardens.
Kandy sightseeing city tour with Kandy city walk.
Evening leisure.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Royal Botanic Gardens Kandy Image

Today we check-out and transfer to Nuwara Eliya on luxury scenic train (Subject to seat availability)
Evening do a sightseeing city tour and spend some time in front of Gregory Lake Nuwara Eliya.

Luxury scenic train ride to Nuwara Eliya Transfer to Nuwara Eliya Image

Optional visit to Horton Plains National Park and check-out by 11.00 AM.
Leave for Bentota Beach Via Kitugala.
Optional adventure – White water rafting in Kitulgala

Horton Plains National Park (Optional) Transfer to Bentota Beach Image

If time permits spend time in Colombo city and last minute shopping
Leave for Colombo International Airport according to your departure flight time (1 Hr drive)
Make to leave early 3 Hrs prior to the flight
Ceylon Expeditions will assist to coordinate on re-confirming the ticket if any / flight time confirmation etc.

Discover the best of Sri Lanka on this 14-day cultural, heritage, and wildlife adventure designed for families and nature lovers. This carefully curated journey takes you from ancient UNESCO World Heritage cities and sacred temples to lush tea-covered hills, golden beaches, and thrilling wildlife safaris.

Begin your trip with a relaxing beach stay in Negombo before exploring the ancient capital of Anuradhapura and experiencing a full-day safari in Wilpattu National Park. Continue to the scenic east coast city of Trincomalee for beachside leisure and whale watching. Marvel at the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore the historic cities of Polonnaruwa and Dambulla before heading to Kandy for its rich culture, sacred temples, and botanical gardens.

Enjoy a scenic train ride through the central highlands to Nuwara Eliya and immerse yourself in the colonial charm and natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s tea country. Conclude your tour with beach relaxation in Bentota and optional water adventures before departing with unforgettable memories.

This all-encompassing itinerary blends cultural heritage, wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and leisure, offering the ultimate Sri Lankan family holiday experience.

Sacred city of Anuradhapura (A UNESCO World Heritage)
Wilpattu National Park
Trincomalee – The capital of Eastern Province Sri Lanka
Golden Temple of Dambulla (Cave temple) (A UNESCO World Heritage)
Ancient City of Sigiriya (A UNESCO World Heritage)
Minneriya National Park
Luxury most scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya (To be booked one month ahead)
Nuwara Eliya Tea Country / Tea estate & factory visit
Ramayana in Sri Lanka related sites – Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple / Sita Amman Temple
Sacred City of Kandy – (A UNESCO World Heritage)
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Royal Botanic Gardens Kandy
Horton Plains National Park (UNESCO World Heritage)
White water rafting in Kitulgala (Optional)
Galle Dutch fort (A UNESCO World Heritage)
Turtle Hatchery Kosgoda
Kandy / Colombo sightseeing city tour

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