Sri Lanka Encompassed

Sri Lanka Encompassed

For most travellers, Sri Lanka has been off the map for too long. Well, it's back. Discover the vibrant colours, diverse cultures, and swaying palm trees of this tropical jewel. Exploring tea plantations and rock fortresses on this 14-day tour, which is designed to please. This tour is about more than just beaches and stunning views; it's about the inspiring people you'll meet along the way.

What's Included:

• Lunch at Sthree Craft Shop and Café, Kandy
• Colombo orientation walk
• Fishing village walking tour (Negombo)
• Dutch canal boat ride
• Dambulla Cave Temple visit (Sigiriya)
• Sigiriya Rock Fortress tour
• Village tour with local lunch
• Spice plantation visit
• Temple of the Tooth guided tour (Kandy)
• Cultural dance performance
• Tea factory visit
• Trek to Ella Rock
• Yala National Park safari
• Galle Fort and city tour
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Day 1: Colombo

Arrive at any time.

Day 2: Colombo/Negombo

Enjoy a guided city tour of Colombo before heading to Negombo. With evening free time, explore the stunning Portuguese and Dutch architecture.

Day 3: Negombo/Sigiriya

Begin the day visiting the seaside and observe fisherman sorting through their haul ashore. Board a boat to glide along the Dutch canal and get a closer look at the lives of the locals. Travel to the Dambulla province and visit the cave temple before watching the sun set over the lake.

Day 4: Sigiriya

Guided tour of the rock fortress of Sigiriya — a World Heritage site. Meet locals and share a meal in a nearby village.

Day 5: Sigiriya/Kandy

Drive through the Knuckles Mountain Range and visit a spice plantation en route to Kandy. Stop for lunch at G Adventures supported-Sthree Craft Shop and Cafe. Guided visit to the famous Temple of the Tooth.

Day 6: Kandy

Enjoy Kandy with a free day to explore. Opt to visit the Botanical Gardens or an Ayurvedic hospital. Take in a cultural performance in the evening.

Day 7: Kandy/Nuwara Eliya

Travel to Nuwara Eliya and explore a traditional tea plantation in the central highlands. Gain insight into the process of growing tea and its effect on the Ceylon region.

Day 8: Nuwara Eliya/Ella

Spend a free morning hiking in the Horton Plains Nature Reserve or strolling local markets. Later, transfer to Haputale and hop on the local train to observe the scenic route to Ella.

Day 9: Ella

Trek to the peak of Ella Rock and take in the views. With free time in the afternoon, opt to explore the surrounding landscape or relax in town.

Day 10: Ella/Yala National Park

Opt to hike Little Adam's Peak with a free morning. In the afternoon, travel to Yala National Park and enjoy a safari.

Day 11: Yala National Park to Mirissa

Enjoy one last morning visiting Yala NP then bid farewell and travel south to idyllic Mirissa Beach.

Day 12: Galle

Take a day trip to Galle and tour the colonial city and historic fort before returning to Mirissa.

Day 13: Mirissa

Enjoy a free day in peaceful Mirissa. Opt to relax on the beach or take a surfing lesson.

Day 14: Mirissa

Depart at any time.