Main Info
Experience the rich history, ancient architecture, and vibrant traditions of Sri Lanka on this 6 day cultural journey. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, sacred temples, royal citadels, and lush botanical gardens while witnessing the island’s unique wildlife and local life.
- Explore ancient capitals like Polonnaruwa and Habarana, UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock Citadel, admire frescoes, Mirror Wall, and water gardens.
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, the largest remaining cave temple in Sri Lanka.
- Enjoy the scenic Peradeniya Botanical Gardens with exotic and indigenous plants.
- Adventure in Kitulgala with trekking and white water rafting on the Kelani River.
- Explore Colombo city, including markets, shopping, and local cultural sites.
- Central location in Habarana makes it easy to visit multiple ancient sites.
Itinerary
Download BrochureDestination: Habarana
Drive: Distance (160 km)
On arrival in Sri Lanka, you will be met and assisted by our Airport Representative. Your very own driver will the bring you (and your group) to Habarana, a small village with excellent hotels. Due to its central location, Habarana is the perfect place from which all ancient city sites can be reached. After check in at your hotel, you will have a well-deserved leisurely evening to yourself.
Overnight stay: Hotel in Habarana
Destination: Polonnaruwa
Drive: Distance (43 km)
After breakfast, you will head to Polonnaruwa, the 11th century ancient capital of Sri Lanka. Polonnaruwa has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and history enthusiasts can relish here all day long. You will go back to your hotel in Habarana in the evening.
Overnight stay: Habarana
Destination: Dambulla
Drive: Distance (25 km)
After enjoying an early breakfast, you’ll check out and set off for Dambulla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched atop a 600-foot rock, this is the largest surviving cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Long before Buddhism arrived, these caves served as dwellings, and today you can explore around 80 caves filled with history, ancient murals, and statues.
Destination: Sigiriya
Drive: Distance (25 km)
Next, you will explore Sigiriya, the legendary 5th-century citadel built by King Kashyapa. Surrounded by a deep moat, this ancient fortress is famed for its vivid frescoes and the Mirror Wall (Ketapath Pawura). Visitors have long admired the ruins of the city complex, including lush gardens, defensive structures, water reservoirs, and elegant buildings. Even during the rainy season, the water gardens and fountains remain spectacular, making Sigiriya the most iconic historical site in Sri Lanka
Destination: Kandy
Drive: Distance (92 km)
Your journey then leads to Kandy, with a stop at the spice and herbal gardens in Matale along the way. Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, captivates travelers with its scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage. In the evening, you will visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Dalada Maligawa), one of Sri Lanka’s most sacred Buddhist sites. Later, enjoy a traditional Kandyan dance and drumming performance at the Kandyan Arts & Culture Centre, showcasing the island’s vibrant cultural traditions.
Overnight stay: Hotel in Kandy
Destination: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Drive: Distance (50 km)
After breakfast, you will head to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, established in 1975 to care for orphaned baby elephants. Today, it is home to the world’s largest captive elephant herd, playing a vital role in elephant conservation and breeding programs. Visitors can watch the elephants being fed, bathed, and cared for in this unique sanctuary.
Destination: Nuwara Eliya
Drive: Distance (130 km)
No visit to Sri Lanka is complete without exploring Nuwara Eliya, often called the “City on the Plains.” On your way, you will stop at the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, home to hundreds of exotic and indigenous plants, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Overnight stay: Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Destination: Kitulgala
Drive: Distance (120 km)
After breakfast, you will travel to Kitulgala, a natural paradise ideal for trekking and white water rafting along the Kelani River. Adventure and nature lovers will find plenty to enjoy here.
Destination: Colombo
Drive: Distance (86 km)
After freshening up, you’ll head to Colombo, the bustling capital of Sri Lanka. Explore the city at your leisure, enjoy some shopping, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
Overnight stay: Hotel in Colombo
Destination: Airport
Drive: Distance (35 km)
At the conclusion of your journey, after breakfast, your driver will transfer you to Colombo International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Sri Lankan adventure.
