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Aerial view of Sigiriya rock fortress rising above dense green forest
  • Heritage, Nature, Wildlife & Beach

Sri Lanka Highlights

Heritage, hill country, wildlife and the southern coast in seven days

  • 7 Days
  • Best travel season: November–April
  • Main destinations: Negombo · Sigiriya · Kandy · Ella · Yala · Matara

Overview

Discover Sri Lanka's iconic heritage, scenic hill country, exciting wildlife encounters and beautiful southern coastline on an unforgettable tropical journey.

From Negombo, the route climbs Sigiriya Rock Fortress, visits the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy and spends a full day around Ella before an afternoon safari in Yala National Park and a final stop on the south coast.

The 7-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

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Temple of the Tooth, Kandy
  • Nine Arch Bridge, Ella
  • Little Adam's Peak
  • Afternoon safari in Yala National Park
  • The southern coast at Polhena, Matara

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. Rest after your flight, with time to enjoy Negombo's beach and lagoon.

  2. Day2To SigiriyaTravel: Negombo → Sigiriya

    Transfer inland to Sigiriya, in the heart of the Cultural Triangle.

    • OptionalDambulla Cave Temple· Optional visit on the way
  3. Day3Sigiriya Rock Fortress & KandyTravel: Sigiriya → Kandy

    Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then transfer to Kandy.

  4. Day4Temple of the Tooth & on to EllaTravel: Kandy → Ella

    Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy before travelling to Ella in the hill country.

    • OptionalPeradeniya Botanical Garden· If time permits
  5. Day5Ella: Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's PeakTravel: Ella (local travel)

    A day around Ella, visiting the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam's Peak.

    • OptionalFlying Ravana
  6. Day6Yala SafariTravel: Ella → Yala

    Transfer to Yala for an afternoon safari in Yala National Park.

  7. Day7The South Coast & DepartureTravel: Yala → Polhena, Matara → Airport

    Travel to the south coast at Polhena, near Matara, then continue to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure. This is a long travel day, so the timing depends on your flight; we plan it with you before you travel.

    • OptionalSnorkelling at Polhena· Subject to sea conditions

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.

  • Day2Dambulla Cave TempleOptional visit on the way
  • Day4Peradeniya Botanical GardenIf time permits
  • Day5Flying Ravana
  • Day7Snorkelling at PolhenaSubject to sea conditions

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