Highlands & Coastal Luxury Journey
Highlands & Coastal Luxury Journey
Duration : 13D 12N
Experience Sri Lanka in ultimate comfort and style with this extended luxury and wellness journey. Designed for discerning travellers, the itinerary combines cultural heritage, scenic highlands, wildlife, and pristine coastal retreats. From sunrise hikes and ancient temples to whale watching and river safaris, each day blends immersive experiences with relaxation, luxury accommodations, and wellness activities, offering a seamless balance of exploration, indulgence, and rejuvenation.
Day 01: Arrival in Colombo / Transfer to Negombo / Lagoon Boat Ride
Arrive at Colombo International Airport and meet your private guide. Transfer to Negombo and enjoy a scenic lagoon boat ride, observing local fishing practices, mangroves, and birdlife. Settle into your boutique resort and unwind after your journey. Overnight in Negombo.
Day 02: Drive to Anuradhapura / Guided Storytelling Tour of Sacred Sites
Travel to the ancient city of Anuradhapura. Explore sacred sites through a guided storytelling tour, learning about the city’s history, legends, and Buddhist heritage. Visit stupas, monasteries, and sacred trees, creating a memorable cultural immersion. Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 03: Mihintale Sunrise Hike / Village Art Workshop
Rise early for a sunrise hike at Mihintale, considered the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Admire panoramic views and visit ancient temples. Participate in a village art workshop in the afternoon, where families and groups can create traditional crafts guided by local artisans. Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 04: Sigiriya Climb / Evening Traditional Puppet Show
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, marveling at ancient frescoes, water gardens, and breathtaking views of the plains. In the evening, attend a traditional puppet show that introduces local folklore and performing arts. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 05: Dambulla Cave Temple / Drive to Kandy / Temple of the Tooth
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, exploring centuries-old murals and Buddha statues. Travel to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, observing rituals and learning about its spiritual significance. Overnight in Kandy.
Day 06: Cultural Scavenger Hunt in Kandy / Spice Garden Tour
Enjoy a family-friendly cultural scavenger hunt through Kandy’s streets and landmarks. Continue to a spice garden for an interactive tour, learning about local spices and participating in hands-on demonstrations of traditional cooking and herbal remedies. Overnight in Kandy.
Day 07: Drive to Nuwara Eliya / Tea Factory Interactive Visit
Travel through scenic highlands to Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea factory for an interactive experience, learning about tea cultivation, processing, and tasting. Enjoy the cool climate and lush scenery of the hill country. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 08: Horton Plains / Mini Wildlife Spotting Challenge
Hike through Horton Plains National Park, visiting World’s End and Baker’s Falls. Take part in a mini wildlife spotting challenge, identifying endemic birds, monkeys, and other species. Return to Nuwara Eliya for leisure at your luxury resort. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 09: Scenic Drive from Nuwara Eliya to Mirissa / Leisure Evening at Beach Resort
Descend from the highlands to the southern coast, enjoying picturesque viewpoints and waterfalls en route. Arrive in Mirissa and spend the evening relaxing at your beach resort, taking in the coastal breeze and tranquil surroundings. Overnight in Mirissa.
Day 10: Early Morning Whale Watching / Continue to Galle / Explore Galle Fort
Start the day with a whale-watching excursion in Mirissa, observing dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Before leaving Mirissa, visit Coconut Tree Hill, an iconic viewpoint with swaying palms and panoramic ocean views, perfect for sunrise photography. Continue to Galle to explore the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, wandering cobblestone streets, historic ramparts, and boutique shops. Overnight in Galle.
Day 11: Madu River Safari / Transfer to Bentota / Turtle Hatchery Visit
Embark on a Madu River safari, exploring mangroves, small islands, and local wildlife. Transfer to Bentota and visit a turtle hatchery, learning about conservation and observing baby turtles before their release. Overnight in Bentota.
Day 12: Beach Games and Water Sports / Optional Sunset Dolphin Watching
Enjoy a full day of beach activities, water sports, and family-friendly fun. Optionally, take a sunset dolphin-watching excursion along the coast. Relax and soak in the serene coastal environment. Overnight in Bentota.
Day 13: Transfer to Colombo / Interactive City Tour / Airport Transfer
Return to Colombo for an interactive city tour highlighting history, culture, and markets. Conclude your journey with a private transfer to Colombo International Airport, taking home memories of an immersive luxury and wellness experience across Sri Lanka.
Day 01: Arrival in Colombo / Transfer to Negombo / Lagoon Boat Ride
Arrive at Colombo International Airport and meet your private guide. Transfer to Negombo and enjoy a scenic lagoon boat ride, observing local fishing practices, mangroves, and birdlife. Settle into your boutique resort and unwind after your journey. Overnight in Negombo.
Day 02: Drive to Anuradhapura / Guided Storytelling Tour of Sacred Sites
Travel to the ancient city of Anuradhapura. Explore sacred sites through a guided storytelling tour, learning about the city’s history, legends, and Buddhist heritage. Visit stupas, monasteries, and sacred trees, creating a memorable cultural immersion. Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 03: Mihintale Sunrise Hike / Village Art Workshop
Rise early for a sunrise hike at Mihintale, considered the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Admire panoramic views and visit ancient temples. Participate in a village art workshop in the afternoon, where families and groups can create traditional crafts guided by local artisans. Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 04: Sigiriya Climb / Evening Traditional Puppet Show
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, marveling at ancient frescoes, water gardens, and breathtaking views of the plains. In the evening, attend a traditional puppet show that introduces local folklore and performing arts. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 05: Dambulla Cave Temple / Drive to Kandy / Temple of the Tooth
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, exploring centuries-old murals and Buddha statues. Travel to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, observing rituals and learning about its spiritual significance. Overnight in Kandy.
Day 06: Cultural Scavenger Hunt in Kandy / Spice Garden Tour
Enjoy a family-friendly cultural scavenger hunt through Kandy’s streets and landmarks. Continue to a spice garden for an interactive tour, learning about local spices and participating in hands-on demonstrations of traditional cooking and herbal remedies. Overnight in Kandy.
Day 07: Drive to Nuwara Eliya / Tea Factory Interactive Visit
Travel through scenic highlands to Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea factory for an interactive experience, learning about tea cultivation, processing, and tasting. Enjoy the cool climate and lush scenery of the hill country. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 08: Horton Plains / Mini Wildlife Spotting Challenge
Hike through Horton Plains National Park, visiting World’s End and Baker’s Falls. Take part in a mini wildlife spotting challenge, identifying endemic birds, monkeys, and other species. Return to Nuwara Eliya for leisure at your luxury resort. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 09: Scenic Drive from Nuwara Eliya to Mirissa / Leisure Evening at Beach Resort
Descend from the highlands to the southern coast, enjoying picturesque viewpoints and waterfalls en route. Arrive in Mirissa and spend the evening relaxing at your beach resort, taking in the coastal breeze and tranquil surroundings. Overnight in Mirissa.
Day 10: Early Morning Whale Watching / Continue to Galle / Explore Galle Fort
Start the day with a whale-watching excursion in Mirissa, observing dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Before leaving Mirissa, visit Coconut Tree Hill, an iconic viewpoint with swaying palms and panoramic ocean views, perfect for sunrise photography. Continue to Galle to explore the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, wandering cobblestone streets, historic ramparts, and boutique shops. Overnight in Galle.
Day 11: Madu River Safari / Transfer to Bentota / Turtle Hatchery Visit
Embark on a Madu River safari, exploring mangroves, small islands, and local wildlife. Transfer to Bentota and visit a turtle hatchery, learning about conservation and observing baby turtles before their release. Overnight in Bentota.
Day 12: Beach Games and Water Sports / Optional Sunset Dolphin Watching
Enjoy a full day of beach activities, water sports, and family-friendly fun. Optionally, take a sunset dolphin-watching excursion along the coast. Relax and soak in the serene coastal environment. Overnight in Bentota.
Day 13: Transfer to Colombo / Interactive City Tour / Airport Transfer
Return to Colombo for an interactive city tour highlighting history, culture, and markets. Conclude your journey with a private transfer to Colombo International Airport, taking home memories of an immersive luxury and wellness experience across Sri Lanka.
