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Calm, shallow water and a palm-lined beach on Sri Lanka's east coast
  • Culture, Heritage & Beach

Eastern Heritage & Beaches

Ancient cities, cultural landmarks and tranquil eastern beaches

  • 10 Days
  • Best travel season: May–October
  • Main destinations: Negombo · Anuradhapura · Sigiriya · Trincomalee · Pasikudah · Kandy

Overview

Experience Sri Lanka's fascinating history, remarkable cultural landmarks and tranquil eastern beaches in one carefully curated holiday.

The route runs from ancient Anuradhapura and Sigiriya to Trincomalee and Pasikudah on the east coast, with a beach day, before ending in Kandy with the Temple of the Tooth and the Peradeniya Botanical Garden.

The 10-day itinerary below sets out each day's travel and sightseeing, with optional experiences clearly marked. Every itinerary can be adjusted to your dates and interests; send us an enquiry for a tailored quotation.

Tour highlights

  • Ancient Anuradhapura
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Trincomalee
  • Pasikudah beach
  • Temple of the Tooth, Kandy
  • Peradeniya Botanical Garden

Day-by-day itinerary

Select a day to see where you travel, what you'll see and any optional experiences.

  1. Day1Arrival in NegomboTravel: Airport → Negombo

    Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to nearby Negombo to rest after your flight.

  2. Day2To AnuradhapuraTravel: Negombo → Anuradhapura

    Transfer to Anuradhapura for an evening heritage visit.

  3. Day3Anuradhapura's Ancient City & SigiriyaTravel: Anuradhapura → Sigiriya

    Visit the ancient city sites of Anuradhapura, then transfer to Sigiriya.

  4. Day4Sigiriya Rock Fortress & TrincomaleeTravel: Sigiriya → Trincomalee

    Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then transfer to Trincomalee on the east coast.

  5. Day5TrincomaleeTravel: Trincomalee (local travel)

    Visit Koneswaram Temple and Fort Frederick, with time on the beach.

  6. Day6To PasikudahTravel: Trincomalee → Pasikudah

    Transfer south along the coast to Pasikudah.

  7. Day7Pasikudah Beach DayTravel: Pasikudah (local travel)

    A day at leisure on the beach at Pasikudah.

    • OptionalWater sports
  8. Day8Inland to KandyTravel: Pasikudah → Kandy

    Transfer inland to Kandy.

  9. Day9KandyTravel: Kandy (local travel)

    Visit the Temple of the Tooth and the Peradeniya Botanical Garden.

  10. Day10DepartureTravel: Kandy → Negombo / Airport

    Return towards Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure. Flight timing matters on this day; we plan it with you before you travel.

Optional experiences

These can be added to your journey but are not guaranteed. Each depends on the condition shown, such as the season, sea conditions, availability or a local operator.

  • Day7Water sports

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