• Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
  
  

• Drive to Negombo (20–30 min).
  
  

• Negombo is a coastal town known for its Dutch canals, fishing industry, and golden beaches.
  
  

• If time permits:
  
  

  • Explore the fish market (lively & colorful).
    
    

  • Visit St. Mary’s Church and the old Dutch Fort.
    
    

• Evening: Relax at the beach with fresh seafood.
  Overnight: Negombo

• Depart for Sigiriya (approx. 4–5 hrs).
  
  

• On the way, stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO site).
  
  

  • Features 150+ Buddha statues and ancient murals.
    
    

• Evening climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock):
  
  

  • An ancient citadel built by King Kashyapa.
    
    

  • See frescoes, water gardens, and panoramic sunset views.
    Overnight: Sigiriya

Morning visit to Polonnaruwa (2nd ancient capital of Sri Lanka).

• • Explore temples, palaces, and the Gal Vihara Buddha statues.
    
    

• Afternoon: Safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park.
  
  

  • Famous for the “Elephant Gathering”, where hundreds of elephants graze together.
    Overnight: Sigiriya

• En route to Kandy, stop at a Spice Garden in Matale (learn about cinnamon, pepper, cardamom).
  
  

• Arrive in Kandy, the cultural capital.
  
  

• Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Lanka’s most sacred Buddhist shrine).
  
  

• Evening: Watch a Kandyan cultural dance performance.
  Overnight: Kandy

• Morning: Stroll around Kandy Lake.
  
  

• Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya (home to 4,000+ plant species, including orchids).
  
  

• Optional: Visit the Ceylon Tea Museum or a viewpoint like Bahiravokanda Buddha statue.
  
  

• Evening: Free time for shopping at Kandy Market.
  Overnight: Kandy

• Scenic drive/train to Nuwara Eliya (aka “Little England”).
  
  

• Stop at a tea plantation & factory to see the tea-making process and taste pure Ceylon tea.
  
  

• Explore Gregory Lake (boating & walking trails).
  
  

• Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden or enjoy a colonial walk through town.
  Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

• Morning: Board the world-famous train from Nanu Oya to Ella (approx. 3–4 hrs).
  
  

  • Known as one of the most scenic train rides in the world.
    
    

• In Ella:
  
  

  • Visit Nine Arch Bridge (colonial-era stone bridge surrounded by jungle).
    
    

  • Hike Little Adam’s Peak for stunning mountain views.
    
    

• Evening: Relax in a mountain-view café.
  Overnight: Ella

• Morning: Optional hike to Ella Rock (4 hrs, panoramic views).
  
  

• Visit Ravana Falls (popular waterfall near Ella).
  
  

• Free time: enjoy the laid-back atmosphere, massage, or cooking class.
  Overnight: Ella

• Morning drive (approx. 4 hrs) to Yala National Park.
  
  

• Afternoon: Jeep safari inside Yala.
  
  

  • Famous for its leopard population, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and birdlife.
    
    

• Evening relaxation at your jungle lodge/camp.
  Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama

• Early breakfast, then drive along Sri Lanka’s southern coastal route (5–6 hrs).
  
  

• Arrive in Galle (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
  
  

• Explore the Dutch Fort, a historic colonial town with cobbled streets, boutiques, cafés, and lighthouse views.
  
  

• Sunset walk along the fort walls.
  Overnight: Galle

• Transfer to your preferred beach town:
  
  

  • Mirissa → Whale watching (Nov–April), laid-back beach bars.
    
    

  • Unawatuna → Calm beach near Galle, perfect for families.
    
    

  • Bentota → Luxury resorts, watersports, river safaris.
    
    

• Day at leisure: swimming, surfing, or just relaxing.
  Overnight: Beach resort

• Morning: Relax at the beach.
  
  

• Optional: Turtle hatchery visit (near Bentota) or water sports.
  
  

• Drive to Colombo Airport (2–3 hrs depending on beach location).
  
  

• If time allows: Short Colombo city tour (Galle Face Green, Independence Square, Old Dutch Hospital).
  
  

• Departure.