Day 1: Negombo

Ayubowan! Once your DTH Travel Sri Lanka Representative meets you personally on arrival, you will be introduced to your chauffeur guide and then begin your journey to uncover the wonders of this island.

Visit, feel and discover. Feel the vivacity of this island nation, bask in this emerald isle’s intoxicating beauty and enjoy an extraordinary travel experience.

Explore Sri Lanka’s golden beaches, the glorious history, the rich wilderness and the bustling cosmopolitans and be amazed! Arrive and proceed to Negombo and check in at the hotel and relax Overnight in Jetwing Lagoon Negombo

Day 2: Anuradhapura

Today leave for Anuradhapura visiting Negombo and the Muneswaram Temple Negombo, a perfect choice to spend a few days in the company of the sun and sand. The diverse array of restaurants, pubs and accommodation choices this metropolis offer is a perfect reflection of this beach-town’s exultant vibe. Negombo Dutch canal, One of the main tourist attractions of Negombo - Sri Lanka’s little Rome, the Canal that flows across the busy coastal town was constructed during the Dutch colonial era to transport the spices into ships docked out at the sea. Negombo Lagoon, a location that would interest the wildlife and nature enthusiasts as it is a popular and significantly large estuarine in south-west Sri Lanka which is nourished by small rivers, the Dutch canal and a narrow channel connecting to sea Muneswaram Temple, situated in Munneswaram, Sri Lanka, is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of Sri Lanka's five revered Iswarams (abodes) of Shiva worship, boasting a rich history, vibrant festivals, and intricate Dravidian-style architecture. Anuradhapura, although limited to picturesque ruins today this sacred city was the epicentre of the country’s civilization during the medieval era. The city is renowned for the multiplicity of religious and archaeological sites.

Driving time approx. 3 hours 30 minutes

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 3: Anuradhapura

After breakfast a sightseeing in Anuradapura ruins Isurumuniya is a Buddhist temple situated near to the Tissa Wewa in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. There are four carvings of special interest in this Vihara. They are the Isurumuniya Lovers, Elephant Pond and The Royal Family. Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred bo tree in the Mahamewna Garden in historical city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. This is believed to be a tree grown from a cutting of the southern branch from the historical sacred bo tree, Sri Maha Bodhi, at Buddha Gaya in India, under which Siddhartha Gautama attained Enlightenment.

Afternoon game drive at Wilpattu National Park Wilpattu National Park, the largest and popular for its sightings of majestic elephants, lithe leopards, spotted deer, sloth bears and gigantic crocodiles. Also bear witness to striking flocks of peacocks, painted storks, jungle fowls as well as mongooses.

Included

Breakfast

Day 4: Jaffna

Anuradhapura - Jaffna

After breakfast, proceed to Jaffna.

Jaffa is a recent addition to the tourist itinerary, this once war-torn city has rapidly regained its former Stature. One can never run out of things-to-do in this charming city located in the isolation of the Northern peninsula midst the lush foliage and palms.

Driving time approx. 4 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 5: Jaffna

Today do a full day site seeing at the Jaffna peninsula including Keerimalai water springs with your Jaffna guide.

Jaffna Peninsula is the northernmost part of Sri Lanka and the centre of its Tamil culture. Indeed, Jaffna differs in many ways from the rest of Sri Lanka, some say it's more similar to southern India. But significant cultural differences also exist between Tamils from India and Tamils from Jaffna. For example, the caste system of traditional Tamils in Sri Lanka is less rigid than that in southern India. So it may be more correct to call Jaffna a unique cultural mix of Sri Lankan and Indian elements.

The name 'Jaffna' designates both the city and the peninsula. Even more confusing is this: Actually, Jaffna peninsula is not a peninsula in the strict sence, rather it is an island, as there is only the called Chundikkulam sandbar in the very west of the peninsula connecting Jaffna with the main island of Sri Lanka - but nobody could walk along this sandbar from the principal island to Jaffna with dry feet, since there is a 200 m wide opening connecting the ocean with the Jaffna Lagoon, thus separating the so-called peninsula from the rest of Sri Lanka and in fact making it an island. The main access to Jaffna Peninsula, the Elephant Pass, is an artificial dam, not a natural link.

Keerimalai translates to ‘mongoose hill’ in the regional vernacular of Tamil. This refers to the local legend of a sage cursed with a face likened to a mongoose, who was later cured upon immersing themselves in the healing waters of the Keerimalai Sacred Water Spring. Today, the spring remains popular among throngs of local men and boys who splash about in a picturesque ancient pond overlooking the sea. The bathing area for women is separate and can be found behind the main pond structure.

Jaffna Fort, renowned as one of Asia’s best examples of Dutch fortifications, the magnificent citadel that lies in ruins is one of the main tourist attractions of the Jaffna Peninsula. Shaped in the form of a star, it is spread over an area of 22 hectares.

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 6: Trincomalee

Jaffna - Trincomalee

Trincomalee, heavenly coastal getaway of unspoilt, white, sandy beaches and crystal blue waters is located in the Northeast portion of the island. Outside the town circles would render its visitors speechless owing to breath-taking sights that behold them

Driving time approx. 4 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 7: Trincomalee

Today visit the Koneswaram Temple and do site seeing Trincomalee Koneswaram Temple, located in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Perched on Swami Rock overlooking the ocean, it has a rich history, remarkable architecture, and remains a revered pilgrimage site despite undergoing partial destruction in past centuries.

Trincomalee boasts a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a compelling destination for travelers interested in exploration and relaxation. Fort Frederick: Visit this colonial-era fort built by the Portuguese and later expanded by the Dutch and British. It houses the famous Gokanna Temple and offers beautiful vistas.

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 8: Kandalama

Trincomalee - Sigiriya

After breakfast leave for Sigiriya Afternoon experience a Sri Lankan village tour with tuk tuk ride and cannoe ride Sigiriya village tour, includes an excursion through the countryside, along mudthatched huts, flourishing paddy fields, streamlets, rivers and springs of crystal clear. Also visit to the scenic reservoir in Sigiriya, which is crossed by a boat

Driving time approx. 2 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 9: Kandalama

Morning climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an 8th wonder of the world is a rare jewel among the many treasures in Sri Lanka.

The famous Sigiriya frescoes of the buxom, wasp-waisted maidens bearing flowers, amidst the wilderness and ancient ruins.

Afternoon visit the Pollonaruwa ruins and do site seeing Polonnaruwa, enthrals its visitors with a timeless reflection of the country’s glorious history. Once the site of Sri Lanka’s second medieval capital, the quaint landscapes studded with sites of archaeological importance are all well-preserved.

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 10: Kandy

Sigiriya - Kandy

Today leave for Kandy visiting the Dambulla Cave Temple Dambulla Cave temple, a complex that lies atop a massive hill on the edge of the town is one of the eight UNESCO world heritage sites in the country and is renowned for its unique sculptures and the largest mural paintings.

Visit a spice garden Spice Gardens, located in Matale offer wonderful opportunities to view the spices that stirred the interests of many nations, since time immemorial, in this emerald isle for its exotic spices, world over.

Afternoon visit the temple of the tooth relic of Lord Buddha, is the pride of Buddhists in Sri Lanka and world-over. The palace temple stands surrounded by a moat, its golden roof gleaming in the sunlight as white-clad pilgrims bearing lotus blossoms throng to worship.

Evening witness a traditional cultural dance show

Kandy, referred as the hill capital, Sri Dalada Maligawa that houses the sacred tooth relic of Buddha remains the prime landmark. Apart from the ancient monuments, the delightful jumble of antique shops and the bustling market are places to visit.

Driving time approx. 3.5 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 11: Nuwara Eliya

Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

Today after breakfast visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, although its origins date back to the era of medieval times, bears a rich history punctuated by colonialism and industrial change. The splendour of the gardens, further uplifted by the river that flows through its fringes.

Visit a Tea Factory & a Tea Plantation.

Tea of Sri Lanka, better known as Ceylon Tea has been world renowned for centuries for its quality and distinctive taste. The island’s tea production varies in taste, quality, character and appearance based on its cultivated region.

Driving time approx. 2 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 12: Nuwara Eliya

Today early morning visit the Horton plains national park.

Horton Plains, covered by montane grasslands, coverings of thick forests, filigree waterfalls and rocky boulders and hazy lakes. The visitors can hike on their own on excellent trails for hikes amongst the shadows of its dewy foliage and misty landscapes.

Afternoon do site seeing in Nuwara Eliya, dubbed the ‘Little England of Sri Lanka’ is located in the thick, misty hills of this paradise isle. The colonial atmosphere remains preserved, resembles a British countryside complete with rose gardens, hedges

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 13: Ella

Nuwara Eliya - Ella

Today experience a scenic train ride to Ella Train rides, in Sri Lanka can be a great choice to cross the country and it can be quite an adventurous experience. Be it the up-country train tour where one can bask in the glorious sights of greenery or along the coastal lines with turquoise waters.

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 14: Yala

Ella - Yalla

After breakfast trek mini Adams Peak.

Mini Adam's Peak, a must-visit for those who enjoy trekking expeditions a walk up the hill that falls across a lustrous tea estate will open up the most striking panoramas complete with azure skies that rise above the emerald plains below.

Visit Rawana Falls and nince arch bridge Ravana falls, located against a strikingly beautiful backdrop of mountains and valleys, the beauty lies in the manner in which the water gushes down the layers of the rock. 4500 ft. above sea-level and about 7 miles away from the town of Bandarawela.

Leave for Yala

Driving time approx. 2 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 15: Yala

Early morning experience a half day game drive at Yala National Park.

Yala National Park, its magnificent sights of majestic elephants, fine-feathered peacocks, great black bears and agile leopards that steal away into the shadows of the thick foliage are unparalleled to any of the national parks in the country.

Upon completion return to the hotel.

In the afternoon visit the Kataragama

Kataragama, home to one of the most important religious sites that draws pilgrims from various faiths. A shady avenue leads to the majestic Devalaya and further away is the stark white stupa gleaming away in the sun, gracefully rising over the site.

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 16: Galle

Today leave for Galle visiting a turtle hatchery.

Galle, a living time capsule home to the largest occupied Fort in Asia. Its quaint beauty extends beyond its golden beaches, cerulean waters, the picturesque viewsand the rich history while walking through the narrow, cobbled streets within the Fort.

Turtle Hatchery, in the south, was one of the earliest attempts to safeguard local turtles from extinction. Managed by the Sri Lanka Wildlife Protection Society, the hatchery offers a wildlife experience of a different sort.

Driving time approx. 3 hours

 

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 17: Galle

Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Galle, Sri Lanka, famed for its 16thcentury Portuguese and 17th-century Dutch architectural fusion. Enclosed by sturdy walls, it hosts charming streets, historic buildings, and picturesque views of the Indian Ocean, offering a unique blend of colonial history and modern-day vibrancy.

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 18: Colombo

Today leave for Colombo and do site seeing and shopping.

Colombo, is Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and major port. A fine amalgamation of all the hues and cultures within this paradise isle. This chic metropolitan brings together the many facets of this island nation.

Driving time approx. 2 hours

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 19: Colombo

Free day today

Enjoy a farewell dinner with memories to cherish

Included

Breakfast and dinner

Day 20: End of Itinerary

Today transfer to Airport for the departure.

It’s time to leave the isle of serendipity with your treasure chest of memories. We warmly welcome you back with open arms to experience more and more of the isle of serendipity

Included

Breakfast

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