7-Day Sri Lanka Heritage & Nature Tour

Description

Discover the best of Sri Lanka in this 7-day adventure, exploring ancient cities, cultural sites, breathtaking landscapes, and stunning beaches.

Day 1: Arrival – Millennium Elephant Foundation – Dambulla – Sigiriya

📍 Highlights: Elephant Sanctuary, Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Pick-up from Bandaranaike International Airport or your hotel
Visit Millennium Elephant Foundation to interact with rescued elephants
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient Buddha murals
Evening climb to the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress for stunning sunset views
Overnight stay in Sigiriya

Day 2: Sigiriya Village Tour – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya

📍 Highlights: Traditional village experience, Ancient city of Polonnaruwa

Enjoy an authentic Sigiriya Village Tour, including a bullock cart ride, canoeing, and traditional Sri Lankan lunch
Travel to Polonnaruwa, an ancient city with grand ruins and sacred temples
Return to Sigiriya for relaxation
Overnight stay in Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya – Kandy

📍 Highlights: Scenic drive, Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy cultural experience

Depart for Kandy, stopping at beautiful viewpoints along the way
Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist site
Explore Kandy city and enjoy a Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Ella

📍 Highlights: Tea Plantation, Train Ride, Little Adam’s Peak, Ella Nightlife

Visit a Tea Factory to learn about Ceylon Tea production
Experience one of the world’s most scenic train rides from Nanu Oya to Ella
Hike Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views
Explore Ella’s vibrant nightlife
Overnight stay in Ella

Day 5: Ella – Yala National Park

📍 Highlights: Ravana Falls, Yala Safari Adventure

Visit the breathtaking Ravana Falls
Travel to Yala National Park for an exciting Jeep Safari to spot leopards, elephants, and other wildlife
Overnight stay near Yala

Day 6: Yala – Mirissa (Whale Watching)

📍 Highlights: Whale Watching, Beach Relaxation

Early morning departure for Mirissa
Enjoy a thrilling Whale Watching Tour, spotting blue whales and dolphins
Relax on Mirissa Beach
Overnight stay in Mirissa

Day 7: Mirissa – Galle – Southern Coast – Airport Drop-Off

📍 Highlights: Galle Fort, Southern Beaches

Visit the Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore the stunning beaches along the Southern Coast
Drop-off at the airport or your preferred location

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