13-Day Scenic Explorer
Overview
Get ready for an amazing 13-day trip across the best places in Sri Lanka. This tour starts at the beautiful Negombo beach and takes you to historic spots like Dambulla, Anuradhapura, and the famous Sigiriya Rock. You will also see the stunning hills of Nuwara Eliya and Ella. Here, you can take a world-famous scenic train ride and enjoy the fresh mountain air with endless tea gardens.
The journey is also full of exciting wildlife and ocean views. You will go on thrilling jeep safaris in Minneriya and Yala to see elephants and leopards up close. Later, head down to the southern coast to watch dolphins in Mirissa and visit the old Dutch Fort in Galle. Finally, relax by the beaches of Bentota before ending your long holiday in the busy city of Colombo.
Itinerary
Day 01
- Arrival in Colombo Airport.
- ApeLanka Tours tour guide will meet you & welcome you at the arrival gate with orchid garlands.
- You will be directly heading to nearest Negombo Beach Hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Negombo Beach Hotel)
Day 02
- After breakfast at Negombo hotel, you’ll be directly traveling to Dambulla.
- En-route visits Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage where 80 disabled Elephants & babies are kept
- Baby Elephants feeding.
- Travel to Dambulla and enjoy Hiriwadunna village trip and experience bullock cart trip/ vessel trip/ tree hut/ village cooking demonstration & Tuktuk trip.
- In the afternoon enjoy a amazing jeep safari at Minneriya National Park.
- In the evening check in to Dambulla/Sigiriya hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Dambulla)
Day 03
- After relax breakfast at hotel start travel to Sigiriya and explore UNESCO world heritage Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Explore the whole ancient kingdom Anuradhpura.(optional)
- After that start traveling to Kingdom Polonnaruwa.
- Explore the whole Ancient Kingdom of Polonnaruwa.
- Explore the ruins of medieval Polonnaruwa.
- In the evening hike Pidurangala Rock for a panoramic view of Sigiriya Rock at sunset.
- After that check in to Dambulla hotel and relaxing at the hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Dambulla Hotel)
Day 04
- After breakfast at hotel starts traveling to Kingdom Kandy.
- En-route visit Matale Spice Garden (Authentic Sri Lankan spices & it’s hand made products)
- En-route visit Dambulla Cave Temple, Check in to Kandy hotel for few hours relax.
- Around 4.30 pm go off to entertain witness phenomenal event Kandy Cultural Show (3 dancing styles in Sri Lanka).
- Evening check in to Kandy Hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Kandy Hotel)
Day 05
- After breakfast at hotel visit Temple of Tooth Relic (Lord Buddhas sacred tooth relic)
- After that go-off to check amazing Sri Lankan Gem & Jewelry Museum.
- Next visit authentic Sri Lankan Batik clothing, Precious Stones , silk, art ,craft and galleries.
- Observe Kandy Public Market.
- Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens of Peradeniya, the largest and most extensive in Sri Lanka
- Visit Kandy city view from the view point ,Evening check in to same Kandy Hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Kandy Hotel)
Day 06
- After relax breakfast at hotel start traveling Nuwara Eliya.
- En-route visit Temple loop (Embekke Temple Woodcarving, Gadoladeniya Stone carving, Lankathilaka Image House)
- En-route visit & explore Ambuluwawa Mountain View tower & Nature Reserve.
- Explore Ramboda Waterfall.
- Visit Damro Labukele Tea factory & tea shop.
- In the evening check in to Nuwara Eliya Hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya Hotel)
Day 07
- Wake up early in the morning 5.00 a.m & Go off with breakfast packets to explore Horton Plains National Park.
- Enjoy a interesting trek to explore World end & Bakers Waterfall.
- Visit New Zealand Farm.
- Back to Nuwara Eliya & visit city places such as Strawberry Plantation, Victoria Park, Gregory Lake & Colonial Buildings.
- (Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya Hotel)
Day 08
- After relax breakfast at hotel & Drive to Nanu Oya Railway Station
- Experience the one of the most beautiful scenic train ride in the world & directly travel to Ella Nature Paradise.
- After that enjoy the breathtaking 360 panoramic view of Little Adams Peak.
- In Ella visit & explore the iconic Nine Arch Bridge & Ella Gap.
- Next check in to Ella hotel
- (Overnight stay at Ella Hotel)
Day 09
- After breakfast at Ella hotel, you’ll be directly traveling to Yala..
- En-route explore the Ravana Falls that is one of the most popular and picturesque waterfall in Srilanka.short drive for photos and fresh air.
- Next join with Yala National Park jeep safari and it’s time to spotting leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and exotic birds.
- Watch the golden sunset over the jungle.
- Freshen up after your safari and head back to the hotel
- (Overnight stay at Yala Hotel)
Day 10
- After relax breakfast at hotel you will be directly heading to Mirissa Beach Hotel & check in to it for relax.
- In the evening go to visit Coconut Tree Hill for panoramic ocean views.
- Walk along Secret Beach — a quiet spot with turquoise water.
- Watch sunset from Parrot Rock.
- Spend leisure time on the beach
- (Overnight stay at Mirissa Beach)
Day 11
- Wake up early in the morning & go off with breakfast packets to explore Mirissa Dolphin & Whale Watching Trip.
- After that start traveling to Bentota.
- En-route see Sri Lanka’s traditional stilt fishermen, balancing on poles in the shallow sea.
- En-route explore the famous city of Galle & Go on a walk inside the historical Dutch Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
- Walk along the ramparts, explore colonial streets, cafés, and boutiques.
- En-route you can join a Madu River boat safari and fish therapy.
- Visit Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
- In the evening check in to Bentota Beach Hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Bentota)
Day 12
- After relaxing breakfast enjoy full day with Colombo City Tour & attractions.
- Visits and explore Colombo National Museum, Gangarama Temple, Galleface Green, Lotus Tower, One Galleface mall,Colombo railway station, Port City Beach.
- Back to Colombo Hotel.
- (Overnight stay at Colombo Hotel)
Day 13
- After breakfast relaxing drive to Colombo airport & assist in the departure.
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