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Discover the Soul of Sri Lanka
Experience the best of Sri Lanka on this 15-day journey through vibrant cities, ancient heritage sites, misty tea-covered hills, wildlife-rich national parks, and stunning tropical beaches. Explore Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, Mirissa, Galle, and Bentota while enjoying cultural discoveries, scenic train rides, safari adventures, coastal relaxation, and unforgettable local experiences throughout the island.
Journey Route
Itinerary
Day-by-day journey
1Day 1
Day 1 – Arrival in Colombo
Colombo
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Day 1
Day 1 – Arrival in Colombo
Colombo
Arrive in Colombo and enjoy a relaxed city orientation tour covering colonial landmarks, shopping streets, local cafés, and seaside attractions. Evening free for leisure and Sri Lankan cuisine experiences.
Accommodation
Cinnamon Red Colombo • White Avenue • Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology • Granbell Hotel Colombo • Taj Samudra • Shangri-La Colombo
Meals
Dinner
Travel Time
1.00 hours
Distance
35.00 KM
2Day 2
Day 2 – Colombo Exploration
Colombo
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Day 2
Day 2 – Colombo Exploration
Colombo
Discover Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Pettah Market, and Galle Face Green. Enjoy optional rooftop dining and evening beachside relaxation.
Accommodation
White Avenue • Cinnamon Red Colombo • Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology • Granbell Hotel Colombo • Taj Samudra • Shangri-La Colombo
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
1.00 hours
Distance
20.00 KM
3Day 3
Day 3 – Colombo to Sigiriya
Sigiriya
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Day 3
Day 3 – Colombo to Sigiriya
Sigiriya
Travel to Sigiriya through scenic countryside and village landscapes. Evening free to relax near the Cultural Triangle region.
Accommodation
Habarana Village by Cinnamon • Aliya Resort & Spa • Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve • Water Garden Sigiriya
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
4.50 hours
Distance
175.00 KM
4Day 4
Day 4 – Sigiriya & Dambulla Exploration
Sigiriya
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Day 4
Day 4 – Sigiriya & Dambulla Exploration
Sigiriya
Climb the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress and visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple. Enjoy a cultural village experience with local cuisine.
Accommodation
Habarana Village by Cinnamon • Aliya Resort & Spa • Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve • Water Garden Sigiriya
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
1.00 hours
Distance
35.00 KM
5Day 5
Day 5 – Sigiriya to Kandy
Kandy
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Day 5
Day 5 – Sigiriya to Kandy
Kandy
Drive towards Kandy with optional spice garden visits enroute. Explore the cultural capital surrounded by hills and lakes.
Accommodation
Cassendra Kandy • Cinnamon Citadel Kandy • Eagle Regency Boutique Hotel • Mahaweli Reach Hotel • The Golden Crown Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
90.00 KM
6Day 6
Day 6 – Kandy City Experience
Kandy
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Day 6
Day 6 – Kandy City Experience
Kandy
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Garden, and enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural performance in the evening.
Accommodation
Cassendra Kandy • Cinnamon Citadel Kandy • Eagle Regency Boutique Hotel • The Golden Crown Hotel • Mahaweli Reach Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
1.00 hours
Distance
25.00 KM
7Day 7
Day 7 – Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya
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Day 7
Day 7 – Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya
Journey through misty mountains, waterfalls, and tea estates to reach the charming hill station of Nuwara Eliya.
Accommodation
La Cottage Boutique Hotel & Restaurant • Misty Villa • Calamander Lake Gregory • Camellia Lake Resort • Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya • La Grande Villa
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.50 hours
Distance
80.00 KM
8Day 8
Day 8 – Tea Country Exploration
Nuwara Eliya
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Day 8
Day 8 – Tea Country Exploration
Nuwara Eliya
Visit tea factories, Gregory Lake, Hakgala Gardens, and enjoy cool weather with scenic landscapes across the hill country.
Accommodation
Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya • La Grande Villa • Camellia Lake Resort • Calamander Lake Gregory • La Cottage Boutique Hotel & Restaurant • Misty Villa
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
1.00 hours
Distance
30.00 KM
9Day 9
Day 9 – Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Ella
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Day 9
Day 9 – Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Ella
Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train journeys to Ella. Explore Nine Arch Bridge and relax amidst mountain views.
Accommodation
98 Acres Resort & Spa • Nine Skies • Nine Skies • Oak Ray La Ella Breeze • Ella Heritage
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
60.00 KM
10Day 10
Day 10 – Ella to Yala
Yala
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Day 10
Day 10 – Ella to Yala
Yala
Travel from hill country to wildlife landscapes of Yala. Evening jeep safari for leopard spotting and exotic wildlife encounters.
Accommodation
Cinnamon Wild Yala • Jetwing Yala • Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive • Wild Trails Yala
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
100.00 KM
11Day 11
Day 11 – Yala to Mirissa
Mirissa
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Day 11
Day 11 – Yala to Mirissa
Mirissa
Drive towards Sri Lanka’s southern coast and unwind on the golden beaches of Mirissa with stunning sunset views.
Accommodation
Jungle Soul • Mirissa Bay Resorts • Sea Breeze Hotel Mirissa • White House Hotel Mirissa • Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and Spa • Amaragiri Resort, Mirissa Sri Lanka.
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
4.00 hours
Distance
145.00 KM
12Day 12
Day 12 – Mirissa Beach Leisure
Mirissa
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Day 12
Day 12 – Mirissa Beach Leisure
Mirissa
Enjoy whale watching, beach relaxation, surfing opportunities, and vibrant coastal cafés along Mirissa Beach.
Accommodation
Jungle Soul • Mirissa Bay Resorts • Sea Breeze • White House Hotel Mirissa • Amaragiri Resort, Mirissa Sri Lanka. • Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
44.00 minutes
Distance
15.00 KM
13Day 13
Day 13 – Mirissa to Galle
Galle
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Day 13
Day 13 – Mirissa to Galle
Galle
Visit the iconic Galle Dutch Fort, boutique cafés, lighthouse, and colonial streets filled with history and ocean views.
Accommodation
Galle Star Hotel • Green Hills - Galle • Villa Samudrawasa • Villa Sea View • Jetwing Lighthouse Club • Le Grand Galle
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
1.50 hours
Distance
50.00 KM
14Day 14
Day 14 – Galle to Bentota
Bentota
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Day 14
Day 14 – Galle to Bentota
Bentota
Continue along the southern coastline to Bentota for water sports, river safari, and luxury beach relaxation.
Accommodation
Lagoon Bentota • Oasey Beach Hotel • Jetwing Villa 700 • Ekho Surf • Taj Bentota Resort & Spa • Taru Villas The Long House - Bentota
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
2.00 hours
Distance
70.00 KM
15Day 15
Day 15 – Bentota to Colombo Departure
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Day 15
Day 15 – Bentota to Colombo Departure
Return to Colombo for last-minute shopping and airport transfer with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s cultural and coastal beauty.
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
110.00 KM
