Tour Overview
Explore Sri Lanka’s top cultural and scenic highlights in one complete 10-day journey. Start with a relaxed arrival in Negombo, then discover the Cultural Triangle with Dambulla and Sigiriya, enjoy a wild elephant safari in Minneriya, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, and travel through the cool hill country of Nuwara Eliya. Experience the famous Ella train ride, go on a thrilling Yala safari, and finally unwind on the south coast in Bentota with nature and river experiences before your departure.
Contact UsTour Highlights
- Dambulla Cave Temple & Cultural Triangle
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO)
- Minneriya elephant safari
- Kandy Temple of the Tooth
- Tea country of Nuwara Eliya + waterfalls
- Scenic Ella train ride
- Yala National Park safari
- Bentota beach + Madu River Safari + Turtle Hatchery
Day 1 – Arrival → Negombo
Arrive in Sri Lanka and enjoy a relaxed start to your holiday. After airport pickup, transfer to Negombo for rest and leisure time near the beach.
- Airport pickup and transfer
- Free time to relax and refresh
- Overnight stay in Negombo
Negombo
Beachside start
Airport Pickup
Comfortable transfers
Leisure Time
Rest & refresh
Day 2 – Negombo → Dambulla Cave Temple
Travel inland to the Cultural Triangle and visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, famous for ancient murals and Buddha statues inside rock caves.
- Scenic drive to Cultural Triangle
- Dambulla Cave Temple visit
- Overnight stay near Sigiriya / Dambulla
Dambulla
Ancient cave temple
Cultural Triangle
Heritage region
Temple Interiors
Murals & statues
Day 3 – Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Today is dedicated to the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Climb to the summit for panoramic views and explore the ancient ruins along the way.
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress exploration
- Optional sunrise climb available
- Overnight stay near Sigiriya / Dambulla
Sigiriya Rock
UNESCO fortress
Summit Views
Panoramic scenery
Ancient Ruins
History on the rock
Day 4 – Minneriya National Park Safari
Go on an exciting safari in Minneriya National Park, known for large elephant gatherings and rich wildlife.
- Jeep safari experience
- Elephants and wildlife spotting
- Overnight stay near Sigiriya / Dambulla
Minneriya Safari
Elephant encounters
Jeep Ride
Wildlife adventure
Nature Views
Forest & lakes
Day 5 – Sigiriya → Kandy (Temple of the Tooth)
Travel to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and enjoy the city’s peaceful atmosphere.
- Transfer to Kandy
- Temple of the Tooth Relic visit
- Overnight stay in Kandy
Kandy
Hill capital culture
Temple of Tooth
Sacred heritage
Kandy Lake
Evening walk
Day 6 – Kandy → Nuwara Eliya (Tea Factory • Ramboda Falls)
Journey into the hill country with cool weather and scenic landscapes. Visit a tea factory to learn how Ceylon Tea is made, and stop at Ramboda Falls for photos.
- Tea factory visit and tasting
- Ramboda Falls stop
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Tea Factory
Ceylon tea experience
Ramboda Falls
Scenic waterfall
Hill Country
Cool climate views
Day 7 – Nuwara Eliya → Ella Train Ride
Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train journeys through tea plantations and misty mountains. Arrive in Ella and relax in the cool hill village.
- Scenic train ride experience
- Tea plantation views and bridges
- Overnight stay in Ella
Ella Train
Scenic journey
Tea Estates
Green landscapes
Ella
Hill village stay
Day 8 – Ella → Yala National Park Safari
Travel to Yala, Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife park. Enjoy an exciting safari where you may spot elephants, crocodiles, deer, and even leopards (with luck).
- Transfer to Yala
- Jeep safari in Yala National Park
- Overnight stay near Yala
Yala Safari
Wildlife adventure
Jeep Ride
Park exploration
Nature & Animals
Leopards (seasonal luck)
Day 9 – Yala → Bentota (Turtle Hatchery • Madu River Safari)
Head to the west coast for beach relaxation. On the way, enjoy a turtle hatchery visit and the calm Madu River Safari through mangrove forests.
- Transfer to Bentota
- Turtle Hatchery conservation visit
- Madu River Safari
- Overnight stay in Bentota
Turtle Hatchery
Conservation visit
Madu River
Mangrove boat safari
Bentota
Beach relaxation
Day 10 – Bentota → Airport
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning by the beach before your departure transfer to the airport.
- Free time in Bentota
- Airport transfer for departure
- Breakfast included
✅ Package Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation (3★ hotels throughout)
- Daily breakfast
- Private AC vehicle + English-speaking guide
- All entrance fees
- Minneriya Safari
- Yala Safari
- Ella train ride
- Airport transfers both ways
- Travel insurance
❌ Package Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner (unless mentioned)
- Personal expenses
- Optional experiences & upgrades
- Tips and gratuities
- Early check-in / late check-out
- Any service not mentioned under inclusions
✨ Optional Experiences & Add-Ons
- Sunrise Sigiriya Rock experience
- Village life experience with bullock cart ride
- Private Minneriya elephant safari
- Ayurveda wellness session
- Tea plucking & factory experience
- Beach sunset dining experience
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