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Meeting and Greeting at the Airport by Our representative.
Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Negombo.
A historic Buddhist temple famous for its giant Buddha statue, colorful dragon entrance, and detailed murals depicting Buddhist stories. The peaceful atmosphere and traditional Sri Lankan architecture make it an important cultural and religious landmark in Negombo visited by both devotees and tourists.
One of the largest and oldest Catholic churches in Sri Lanka, known for its impressive ceiling paintings, colonial architecture, and religious importance. Built during the Dutch and British periods, it reflects Negombo’s strong Catholic heritage and attracts many local and foreign visitors.
Originally built by the Portuguese and later expanded by the Dutch, this fort represents Sri Lanka’s colonial history. Although only part of the structure remains today, the site offers insight into European influence in Negombo and stands near the scenic lagoon area.
A lively traditional fish market where visitors can experience the daily life of local fishing communities. Fresh seafood, colorful boats, and traditional fish-drying methods create a unique cultural atmosphere that reflects Negombo’s long-standing connection with the fishing industry and coastal trade.
An evening lagoon boat ride offers beautiful sunset views, mangrove scenery, and a glimpse into local village life. Visitors can observe fishermen at work, diverse bird species, and the peaceful natural environment while enjoying one of Negombo’s most relaxing cultural experiences.
Stay Overnight at a Negombo Hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Transfer to Anuradhapura.
Mihintale is a sacred historical place in Sri Lanka known as the birthplace of Buddhism in the country. It is believed that Arahat Mahinda introduced Buddhism to King Devanampiya Tissa at Mihintale over 2,000 years ago. The site is famous for its ancient temples, stupas, and beautiful mountain views, making it an important place for both pilgrims and tourists.
Anuradhapura city tour includes many famous historical and religious places in Sri Lanka. Important places to visit are Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, Jetavanaramaya, Thuparamaya, Abhayagiri Vihara, Isurumuniya, Mihintale, and Kuttam Pokuna. These places show the rich history, ancient architecture, and Buddhist heritage of Sri Lanka, attracting both local and foreign visitors.
Overnight Stay at the Anuradhapura Hotel
Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to visit Polonnaruwa.
A city tour in Polonnaruwa includes many important cultural and historical places in Sri Lanka. Famous attractions are Gal Vihara, Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu, Vatadage, Rankoth Vehera, Parakrama Samudra, Lankatilaka Temple, Thuparamaya Image House, and Nissanka Latha Mandapaya. These cultural places show the ancient architecture, art, and rich heritage of Sri Lanka’s medieval kingdom
Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum is an important museum in Polonnaruwa that displays ancient artifacts, statues, coins, tools, and models related to the history of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom. The museum helps visitors understand the architecture, culture, and lifestyle of ancient Sri Lanka before exploring the historical city. It is one of the best places to learn about the rich archaeological heritage of Polonnaruwa.
After the visit, transfer to Sigiriya.
Overnight stay at Sigiriya.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Sigiriya, also called Lion Rock, is an ancient rock fortress in central Sri Lanka. It was built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The giant rock rises about 200 meters above the surrounding forests and gardens.
The Sigiriya Museum is located near the entrance to Lion Rock. The museum displays the history, archaeology, and culture of Sigiriya. It helps visitors understand how the ancient palace and gardens were designed.
Hiriwadunna Village is a traditional rural village located in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. It is well known for its authentic cultural tourism experience, where visitors can see how Sri Lankan villagers live closely with nature, farming, and ancient traditions.
Overnight stay at Sigiriya.
Breakfast at the hotel.
En route Visit:
Transfer to Kandy.
Located in Kandy, long a center of the Buddhist faith, the stunning 17th-century Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is believed to house the left upper canine tooth of Lord Buddha himself. This precious relic attracts white-clad pilgrims, bearing lotus blossoms and frangipani, every day. According to legend, the tooth was taken from the Buddha as he lay on his funeral pyre. It was smuggled to Sri Lanka in 313 AD, hidden in the hair of Princess Hemamali who fled the Hindu armies besieging her father’s kingdom in India.
It immediately became an object of great reverence and was enshrined in a series of nested jeweled reliquaries. The tooth was brought out for special occasions and paraded on the backs of elephants, which are sacred to the Buddha, where it survived numerous attempts to capture and destroy it. When the capital was moved to Kandy, the tooth was taken to the new city and placed in temples built to honor it. The temple was originally built under Kandyan kings between 1687 and 1707.
Overnight stay at a Kandy Hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Spice Garden Kandy refers to a group of herbal and spice gardens located around Kandy and Matale, where visitors can learn about Sri Lanka’s famous spices and traditional Ayurvedic plants. These gardens are part of Sri Lanka’s famous “Spice Route” culture, where cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla are grown in tropical forest conditions.
Transfer to Galle.
Galle Fort is one of Sri Lanka’s most important cultural heritage sites, showing over 400 years of Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial history combined with Sri Lankan coastal life. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved European-style architecture mixed with South Asian culture. Inside the fort, you can find old churches, museums, colonial houses, mosques, and traditional Sri Lankan homes living side by side.
The fort also reflects a unique cultural blend of local and foreign influences, where modern cafés, art shops, and cultural festivals exist within historic stone walls. Walking through Galle Fort gives a strong sense of Sri Lanka’s history, trade heritage, and multicultural identity.
Overnight stay at a Galle Hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Cinnamon Island is a popular attraction in Bentota where visitors can learn about the traditional process of growing and producing cinnamon, one of Sri Lanka’s famous spices. The island is located on the Bentota River and can be reached by boat safari. Visitors can see how cinnamon is peeled and prepared by local workers while enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings and village life.
Dudley Perera’s project has been underway since 1988. The main aim of the project is to monitor local sea turtle activity and conserve the local nesting sites. We aim to make the public more aware of how endangered these beautiful creatures are and just how important it is to help protect them before it is too late. One of the most important activities of the project is its hatchery.
Within the sanctuary of the project, collected and rescued eggs can hatch safely away from predators before being released into the sea at night-time. In addition, a certain number from each hatching are kept back for a short period for ‘head starting’ before release. The hatchery program is designed to maximize the number of hatchlings reaching the sea and surviving through the critical stages of their early life. Only a few hatchlings from each batch will ever make it to adulthood. Therefore, every nest-ground, every egg, every hatchling and every turtle is crucial to the survival of the species. Unfortunately, sea turtles face many dangers.
Stay overnight at a hotel in Yala.
Breakfast at the hotel.
The largest city and commercial capital of Sri Lanka is Colombo, which is located in the Western Province adjacent to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte (the capital city of Sri Lanka). Colombo is a vibrant city with a mixture of modern life, colonial buildings, and ruins. Due to its very large harbor and its position along the East-West sea trade routes, Colombo was very popular among ancient traders 2000 years ago.
Colombo houses a majority of Sri Lanka’s corporate offices, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Famous landmarks in Colombo include the National Museum, World Trade Center, Viharamahadevi Park, and the Galle Face Green.
Transfer from Colombo to Airport for Departure flight.