Tour Overview
This 10-day odyssey dives deep into Sri Lanka's most extraordinary experiences. Explore three UNESCO ancient capitals, conquer Sigiriya at dawn, then undertake the pre-dawn spiritual climb of Adam's Peak before boarding the scenic train through mist-draped hills. Trek through the ancient Sinharaja rainforest and end with whale watching off Mirissa and Galle Fort's colonial grandeur.
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Seasonal Note: Adam's Peak climb season runs December to May. Sinharaja forest entry is best in the dry season (Jan–Apr & Aug–Sep). Whale watching peak season is November to April off Mirissa.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
D1
🏙️
Arrival → Colombo
- › Airport transfer
- › Colombo city tour
- › Overnight Colombo
D2
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Colombo → Anuradhapura
- › Sri Lanka's ancient capital
- › Thuparamaya & Jetavanaramaya
- › Sri Maha Bodhi
- › Samadhi Buddha Statue
- › Twin Ponds & Abhayagiriya
- › Bicycle or car tour with guide
- › Overnight Anuradhapura
D3
🏚️
Anuradhapura → Polonnaruwa → Sigiriya
- › Polonnaruwa Ancient City ruins
- › Traditional Sri Lankan lunch
- › Evening Pidurangala Rock climb
- › Overnight Sigiriya
D4
🪨
Explore Sigiriya
- › Early morning Sigiriya Rock Fortress (6:30 AM)
- › Village safari
- › Minneriya elephant safari
- › Overnight Sigiriya
D5
🕌
Sigiriya → Kandy
- › Dambulla Cave & Golden Temple
- › Vegetable market
- › Nalanda Gedige
- › Herbal & Spice Garden
- › Kandyan cultural dance show
- › Overnight Kandy
D6
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Kandy → Nallathanniya
- › Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (9:00 AM ceremony)
- › Kandy city & local market
- › Scenic drive via Nuwara Eliya
- › Tea plantation & factory visit
- › Overnight Nallathanniya
D7
⛰️
Adam's Peak → Ella by Train
- › Pre-dawn climb of Sri Pada / Adam's Peak (2:00 AM start)
- › Depart Hatton
- › Scenic train ride Hatton → Ella
- › Overnight Ella
D8
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Ella → Sinharaja → Mirissa
- › Sinharaja Rainforest (UNESCO World Heritage) guided walk
- › Drive to the south coast
- › Overnight Mirissa
D9
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Mirissa
- › Whale watching excursion (seasonal)
- › Beach leisure
- › Overnight Mirissa
D10
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Mirissa → Galle
- › Optional morning whale watching
- › Galle Fort colonial heritage walk (best after 4:30 PM)
- › Overnight Galle
🔖 Cancellation Policy
- ✅ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- ⚠️ 50% charge within 12 hours
- ❌ No refund for no-shows
🎒 What to Bring
- • Hiking boots
- • Warm layers for Adam's Peak & highlands
- • Modest clothing for temples
- • Swimwear
- • Camera
- • Cash (LKR) for entrance fees