ESSENCE OF SRI LANKA: CULTURE, NATURE & WILDLIFE TOUR

Duration: 16 Days / 15 Nights (Private Tour)

Destinations: Negombo | Habarana | Kandy | Nuwara Eliya | Ella | Yala | Tissamaharama | Kalawila (Coastal Area) | Colombo

Starting Point: Bandaranaike International Airport

Tour Overview

Experience the true essence of Sri Lanka through a perfectly balanced journey of culture, nature, wildlife, scenic landscapes, and beach relaxation. This 16-day private tour takes you from ancient UNESCO World Heritage sites and misty hill country to thrilling wildlife safaris and tranquil coastal escapes.

* Ideal for first-time visitors, nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and travelers seeking an immersive Sri Lankan experience.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 – Arrival | Negombo

• Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport
• Meet & greet by our representative
• Transfer to Negombo
• Relax after the flight
• Overnight stay in Negombo

Day 02 – Negombo

• Morning visit to the local fish market
• Leisure time at Negombo beach
• Optional lagoon boat ride / fishing village experience
• Overnight stay in Negombo

Day 03 – Negombo → Habarana

• Drive to Habarana
• En route visits to local villages and countryside
• Check-in and relaxation
• Overnight stay in Habarana

Day 04 – Habarana

• Morning climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Visit Pidurangala Rock for panoramic views
• Optional village safari / catamaran ride
• Overnight stay in Habarana

Day 05 – Habarana

• Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park safari (elephant gathering)
• Traditional Sri Lankan village experience with local cuisine
• Overnight stay in Habarana

Day 06 – Habarana → Kandy

• Drive to Kandy
• Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Kandy city tour
• Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic
• Evening cultural dance show
• Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 07 – Kandy

• Visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden
• Traditional dance & cultural experience
• Leisure time for shopping and sightseeing
• Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 08 – Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

• Scenic drive through hill country
• Visit a tea plantation and tea factory
• Explore Nuwara Eliya city (Little England)
• Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

Day 09 – Nuwara Eliya → Ella (Train Journey)

• Scenic train ride – one of the world’s most beautiful journeys
• Arrival in Ella
• Leisure time to explore the town
• Overnight stay in Ella

Day 10 – Ella

• Visit Little Adam’s Peak
• Visit Nine Arches Bridge
• Free time for café hopping and relaxation
• Overnight stay in Ella

Day 11 – Ella → Yala

• Drive to Yala
• Evening safari at Yala National Park (leopards, elephants, wildlife)
• Overnight stay near Yala

Day 12 – Yala → Tissamaharama

• Visit Tissa Lake
• Explore local temples and village surroundings
• Leisure evening
• Overnight stay in Tissamaharama

Day 13 – Tissamaharama → Kalawila / Coastal Area

• Drive towards the coastal region
• Beach relaxation
• Overnight stay near Kalawila

Day 14 – Coastal Leisure Day

• Full leisure day by the beach
• Optional activities (snorkeling, fishing, cycling)
• Overnight stay

Day 15 – Kalawila → Colombo

• Drive to Colombo
• Colombo city tour:
– Galle Face Green
– Independence Square
– Shopping malls & local markets
• Overnight stay in Colombo

Day 16 – Colombo → Airport (Departure)

• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport
• Departure with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka

This itinerary is fully customizable to suit your unique vision. We understand that travel preferences vary, so every detail from the destinations and accommodation standards to the inclusion of additional local experiences or cultural activities can be adjusted to create your perfect journey. Would you like to modify this plan or start finalizing your dream escape? Contact us directly via WhatsApp to customize your 'Serendib Essence' package now!