12 Days Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour
Discover the wonders of Sri Lanka through breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unforgettable sightseeing experiences.
12 Days / 11 Nights
Tour Highlights
- Explore the sacred city of Anuradhapura
- Discover the ruins of Polonnaruwa
- Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park
- Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Visit Dambulla Golden Cave Temple
- Spice Garden & Hindu Temple at Matale
- Kandy City Tour & Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Tea plantations & waterfalls in Nuwara Eliya
- Hike at Horton Plains & World’s End
- Relax at Mirissa & Whale Watching Tour
- Explore Galle Fort (UNESCO) & Turtle Hatchery
- Madu River Boat Safari in Balapitiya
Duration
12 Days /11 Nights
Group Size
2-20 people
Difficulty
Easy - Moderate
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Daily Itinerary
1
Arrival in Sri Lanka – Transfer to Negombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport Transfer to Negombo beach town and relax for the evening.
Airport pickup by Travel by Lanka representative
Transfer to Negombo hotel
Relax by the beach
Dinner & overnight stay in Negombo
Airport pickup by Travel by Lanka representative
Transfer to Negombo hotel
Relax by the beach
Dinner & overnight stay in Negombo
2
Negombo → Mihintale & Anuradhapura
Visit Mihintale – the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Explore the sacred city of Anuradhapura with its ancient stupas and Eight Sacred Places.
Visit Mihintale
Explore Anuradhapura Sacred City
See Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya & Thuparamaya
Overnight stay in Anuradhapura
Visit Mihintale
Explore Anuradhapura Sacred City
See Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya & Thuparamaya
Overnight stay in Anuradhapura
3
Anuradhapura → Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari → Sigiriya
Tour Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s second ancient capital. Later, enjoy a thrilling safari at Minneriya National Park to spot wild elephants.
Explore Polonnaruwa archaeological city
Visit Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu
Shiva Devale & Brahmanic monuments
Evening Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park
Explore Polonnaruwa archaeological city
Visit Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu
Shiva Devale & Brahmanic monuments
Evening Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park
Overnight stay in Sigiriya
4
Sigiriya Rock Fortress → Dambulla → Matale → Kandy
Climb the world-famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress. En route to Kandy, visit the Dambulla Golden Temple, Spice Garden, and Hindu Temple in Matale.
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
Matale Spice Garden & Muthumariamman Temple
Overnight stay in Kandy
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
Matale Spice Garden & Muthumariamman Temple
Overnight stay in Kandy
5
Kandy City Tour
Discover Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Bahirawakanda Buddha statue, cultural show, and local markets.
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue
Kandy viewpoint
Kandy Cultural Dance Show
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue
Kandy viewpoint
Kandy Cultural Dance Show
6
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Journey through tea country with stops at waterfalls and tea plantations before arriving in Nuwara Eliya.
Visit Ramboda Falls
Tea plantation & factory tour
Gregory Lake & Nuwara Eliya town
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Visit Ramboda Falls
Tea plantation & factory tour
Explore Gregory Lake & Nuwara Eliya town
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
7
Nuwara Eliya → Horton Plains → Ella
Morning visit to Horton Plains National Park for a hike to World’s End. Later, transfer to Ella.
Horton Plains hike & World’s End viewpoint
Scenic drive through hill country
Check-in & overnight stay in Ella
Horton Plains hike & World’s End viewpoint
Scenic drive through hill country
Check-in & overnight stay in Ella
8
Ella Sightseeing
Explore the charming hill town of Ella. Visit Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, and Ravana Falls.
Visit Nine Arch Bridge
Climb Little Adam’s Peak
See Ravana Falls
Overnight stay in Ella
Visit Nine Arch Bridge
Climb Little Adam’s Peak
See Ravana Falls
Overnight stay in Ella
9
Ella → Yala National Park → Tissamaharama
Transfer to Yala region. Evening safari at Yala National Park, famous for leopards, elephants, and birdlife.
Travel to Yala
Evening Jeep Safari at Yala National Park
Overnight stay in Tissamaharama/Yala area
Travel to Yala
Evening Jeep Safari at Yala National Park
Overnight stay in Tissamaharama/Yala area
10
Yala → Mirissa
After breakfast, transfer to Mirissa, one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beach towns.
Scenic drive to Mirissa
Relax on the beach
Visit Coconut Tree Hill
Overnight stay in Mirissa
Scenic drive to Mirissa
Relax on the beach
Visit Coconut Tree Hill
Overnight stay in Mirissa
11
Whale Watching & Transfer to Bentota via Galle
Early morning whale watching in Mirissa. En route to Bentota, stop at Galle Fort, Turtle Hatchery, and enjoy a Madu River boat safari.
Morning whale watching tour
Explore Galle Fort
Visit Turtle Hatchery
Boat safari at Madu River
Overnight stay in Bentota
Morning whale watching tour
Explore Galle Fort
Visit Turtle Hatchery
Boat safari at Madu River
Overnight stay in Bentota
12
Departure from Colombo
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka.
Breakfast at hotel
Drive to Colombo Airport
End of 12-day sightseeing tour
Breakfast at hotel
Drive to Colombo Airport
End of 12-day sightseeing tour
Tour Inclusions
2 nights hotel accommodation
.
Daily breakfast and 1 dinner
.
Transportation with driver
.
English-speaking guide
.
All entrance fees
.