Premium Lanka Excursion

11 Nights / 12 Days

Colombo - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Trincomalee - Kandy - Tea Country - Ella - Udawalawe - South Coast - Galle - Colombo

Tour Overview

A premium-curated circuit through Sri Lanka’s finest heritage destinations and most atmospheric properties – from Heritance Kandalama overlooking the ancient reservoir and the secluded Trinco Blue beach resort, to the Tea Country highland experience, Ella’s scenic views and Cape Weligama on the southern coast.

Tour Highlights

  • Galle Face Hotel arrival, Colombo
  • Dambulla Cave Temple with expert guide
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress with storytelling guide
  • Polonnaruwa ancient city by bicycle
  • Trinco Blue by Cinnamon secluded east coast resort
  • Koneswaram Temple on Swami Rock and optional Pigeon Island snorkelling
  •  Royal Botanical Gardens Peradeniya and artisan markets, Kandy
  • Tea estate planter-led tour and high tea
  • Nanu Oya to Ella scenic train journey and Nine Arch Bridge
  • Udawalawe elephant safari
  • Cape Weligama luxury south coast stay
  • Galle Fort farewell guided heritage walk

Your Daily Path

Day 01 - Colombo - Colonial Arrival and City Evening

Arrival. Private transfer. Afternoon at leisure or quiet city stroll. Evening guided colonial walk and sunset at Galle Face Green. Overnight at Galle Face Hotel.

Day 02 - Colombo to Cultural Triangle - Dambulla and Kandalama

Scenic drive inland. En route visit Dambulla Cave Temple with expert guide. Check in to luxury jungle reservoir resort at Sigiriya. Evening curated dining. Overnight in Sigiriya.

Day 03 - Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa - Heritage Day

Early Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb with storytelling guide. Afternoon Polonnaruwa ancient city tour by bicycle. Evening relaxation. Overnight in Sigiriya.

Day 04 - Cultural Triangle to Trincomalee - East Coast Arrival

Drive to the east coast. Check in to secluded resort. Afternoon at beach or pool leisure. Overnight at Trinco Blue by Cinnamon.

Day 05 - Trincomalee - Temple, Rock and Ocean

Morning visit to Koneswaram Temple on Swami Rock and Fort Frederick. Optional snorkelling at Pigeon Island (seasonal). Private beach dining experience. Overnight in Trincomalee.

Day 06 - Trincomalee to Kandy - Scenic Inland Drive

Scenic drive to Kandy. Check in to colonial-style boutique property. Evening visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and lakeside walk. Overnight in Kandy.

Day 07 - Kandy - Gardens and Markets

Morning Royal Botanical Gardens Peradeniya. Visit artisan workshops and local markets. Optional evening cultural performance. Overnight in Kandy.

Day 08 - Kandy to Tea Country - Planter's Estate and High Tea

Drive into the hill country. Visit tea estate with planter-led tour and tasting. Afternoon high tea. Evening fireside dinner. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 09 - Tea Country to Ella - Scenic Train Journey

Board scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella. Arrive in Ella. Visit Nine Arch Bridge. Relax with panoramic valley views. Overnight in Ella.

Day 10 - Ella to South Coast - Udawalawe Safari and Ocean Arrival

Morning Udawalawe National Park elephant safari. Continue to south coast. Evening at leisure by the beach. Overnight at Cape Weligama.

Day 11 - South Coast - Galle Fort Walk and Farewell

Morning at leisure. Afternoon guided walk through Galle Fort: colonial Dutch heritage and artisan shops. Sunset drinks at the Fort. Farewell dinner. Overnight at Cape Weligama.

Day 12 - South Coast to Colombo - Departure

Scenic coastal drive to Colombo. Optional shopping or cafe stop. Transfer to airport and departure.

INCLUSIONS

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
  • Experienced English-speaking chauffeur-guide
  • All entrance fees for listed attractions
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Bottled water throughout the journey
  • Udawalawe safari jeep and park entrance fees

EXCLUSIONS

  • International and domestic flights
  • Accommodation (bookable separately or through Luxury Lanka Holidays)
  • Meals unless specified in daily notes
  • Personal expenses and shopping
  • Gratuities for guide and hotel staff
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities marked within the itinerary
  • Visa fees
  • Pigeon Island snorkelling at Trincomalee (seasonal, optional – payable locally)