An iconic journey through the heart of Sri Lanka. Ascend the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya, experience sacred traditions at Kandy's Temple of the Tooth, ride through verdant tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya, spot wild leopards in Yala, and conclude along the historic Dutch ramparts of Galle Fort.
Warm meet and greet at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) by your private chauffeur guide. Journey into the Cultural Triangle with a stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Kurunegala coconut groves. Check into your eco-resort in Sigiriya.
Early morning climb of the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress before the sun peaks. In the afternoon, embark on an open 4x4 safari in Minneriya National Park to witness the famous elephant gathering by the reservoir.
Explore the UNESCO Dambulla Cave Temple complex. Continue to Kandy with a stop at an organic spice garden in Matale. In the evening, visit the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) and enjoy a cultural dance showcase.
Travel through breathtaking mountain ranges draped in emerald tea carpets. Visit Ramboda Waterfalls and a historic colonial tea factory with master tea tasting. Evening walking tour around Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.
Board the scenic highland train across lush gorges to Ella. Visit Nine Arches Bridge. Descend towards the southern plains of Yala. Relax by the pool surrounded by wilderness.
Dawn 4x4 open safari in Yala National Park, boasting one of the world's highest leopard densities. Journey along the southern coastline to the UNESCO 17th-century Galle Fort for boutique shopping and sunset rampart walks.
Scenic coastal expressway or train to Colombo. Panoramic Colombo city orientation tour (Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green). Timely transfer to airport for departure.