Amazing Sri Lanka
Overview
Nine days that cover the ancient marvels of Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, an elephant orphanage stop at Pinnawala, and the hill-country scenery around Nuwara Eliya, before winding down on the south coast at Weligama.
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Highlights
- Sigiriya rock fortress and Polonnaruwa's ruins
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Kandy's Temple of the Tooth
- Scenic train country around Nuwara Eliya
- South-coast beach time in Weligama
Included & excluded
- Accommodation, 3–4 star hotels or similar, half-board basis
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle for the full itinerary
- Assistance of a chauffeur guide
- Government taxes
- 1 litre bottled water per person per day
- Polonnaruwa ruins & Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visits
- Entrance fees to sights in Sri Lanka
- Airfare and visa fees
- Early check-in / late checkout charges
- Tips and porterage
- Lunch and any other meals not mentioned
Day by day
Arrival — Negombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to Negombo for a relaxed first night by the beach.
Negombo → Pinnawala → Sigiriya
Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to see the herd bathe and feed, then continue to Sigiriya.
Sigiriya → Polonnaruwa → Kandy
Climb Sigiriya rock fortress and explore the medieval ruins of Polonnaruwa en route to Kandy.
Kandy
A day to see Kandy at an easy pace — the lake, the bazaar and the Temple of the Tooth.
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Drive up through tea plantations to the cool hill-country town of Nuwara Eliya.
Nuwara Eliya → Galle → Weligama
Descend to the south coast, passing Galle's colonial fort en route to Weligama.
Weligama
A full day at leisure on the south coast — swim, surf, or explore nearby beaches.
Weligama → Colombo
Head back up the coast to Colombo for your final night.
Colombo → Departure
A final city tour before transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
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Frequently asked questions
How is this different from the 8-day Cultural Tour?
It covers similar ground but adds Polonnaruwa's ruins and a Colombo finish rather than ending straight from Weligama — a slightly more complete ancient-cities leg.
Is there a rest day anywhere in this itinerary?
The two nights in Weligama function as the relaxed stretch — no scheduled activities, time to swim or explore at your own pace.
Can the Colombo day be swapped for an extra beach night?
Yes, that's a common adjustment if you'd rather finish by the coast than in the city.