Southern Highlights & Highland Escape
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Negombo
Land at Bandaranaike Airport and unwind in nearby Negombo. Catch the morning fish market buzz, relax on the beach, and ease into the island rhythm.
- Negombo Fish Market Tour· 1.5h
- Negombo Beach Relaxation· 2h
Kandy — Heart of the Island
Drive to Kandy through spice gardens and rolling hills. Explore the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, and enjoy an evening Kandyan dance show.
- Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens· 2h
- Temple of the Tooth Relic· 1.5h
- Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show· 1.5h
Tea Country Escape
Ascend into Sri Lanka's little England. Walk through endless rows of tea bushes, visit a factory to see how Ceylon tea is made, and take a tranquil boat ride on Gregory Lake.
- Tea Plantation Factory Tour· 2h
- Gregory Lake Boat Ride· 1h
Ella — Valley Views & Waterfalls
Journey to the charming mountain village of Ella. Photograph the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak for sweeping valley views, and cool off at Ravana Falls.
- Nine Arch Bridge Visit· 1.5h
- Little Adam's Peak Hike· 2h
- Ravana Falls Visit· 1h
Safari Day — Yala National Park
An early start for an unforgettable morning jeep safari through Yala. Spot leopards lazing in trees, herds of elephants at the water's edge, and colourful birds in every direction.
- Yala National Park Jeep Safari· 5h
Mirissa — Whales & Golden Sands
Move to the laid-back beach town of Mirissa. An early whale-watching cruise delivers one of nature's greatest spectacles. Spend the afternoon at leisure on the beach or snorkelling in the clear bay.
- Blue Whale & Dolphin Watching· 4h
- Mirissa Beach Snorkeling· 2h
- Coconut Tree Hill Sunset· 1h
Galle Fort & Farewell
End your journey in style at the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort. Wander its cobbled lanes, browse boutique galleries, and watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean from the ancient ramparts before heading to Colombo for your flight.
- Galle Fort Walking Tour· 2h
- Galle Lighthouse & Ramparts Sunset· 1h
Tour Overview
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Highlights
- Temple of the Tooth Relic and botanical gardens in Kandy
- Tea plantation tour in the cool highlands of Nuwara Eliya
- Hike Little Adam's Peak and visit Nine Arch Bridge in Ella
- Leopard and elephant safari in Yala National Park
- Blue whale watching off Mirissa
- Walk the ramparts of the UNESCO Galle Fort at sunset
About This Tour
Seven days of pure Sri Lanka — from the cultural splendour of Kandy, through misty tea highlands and the dramatic mountain village of Ella, into the wild safari country of Yala, down to the whale-filled waters of Mirissa, and finishing in the UNESCO-listed fort city of Galle. A perfect blend of culture, adventure, wildlife, and beach.
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