Serene Sri Lanka Escapes

Explore Sri Lanka! Start by relaxing on the beaches of Negombo Lagoon and Browns Beach. Then, visit ancient sites like Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Pidurangala Rock. Experience nature at Pitawala Pathana. Enjoy peaceful moments at Sembuwatta Lake and the excitement of Ella’s Nine Arches Bridge and Ravana Ella Waterfall. Don’t miss seeing blue whales in Mirissa and diving in Hikkaduwa. Wrap up your trip in Colombo, checking out places like the Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple. It’s an amazing mix of history, nature, and fun!

Overview

Negombo Lagoon & Browns Beach

Negombo’s top attractions include the serene Negombo Lagoon, a haven for migratory birds, and the upscale Browns Beach. This beach features golden sands and the luxurious Browns Beach Resort, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and indulgent coastal retreats with its pampering amenities.

Dambulla Cave Temple

The Dambulla Cave Temple, an ancient UNESCO-listed Buddhist cave complex in central Sri Lanka, is a marvel of religious art and architecture. It features five caves carved into a massive rock, containing over 150 Buddha statues and 2,000-year-old murals. Visitors climb 200 steps to explore these sacred caves, making it an iconic cultural attraction best visited in the late afternoon.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya, Sri Lanka’s iconic 5th-century rock fortress, boasts the ingenious ruins of an ancient palace perched atop a towering 200-meter rock. It features elaborate gardens, frescoes, and the dramatic Lion Gate entrance carved into the sheer cliff face.

Pidurangala Rock

Pidurangala Rock, a 200-meter tall formation near Sigiriya, offers a scenic hiking trail leading to a panoramic summit with stunning views of the iconic Lion Rock and the surrounding landscapes.

Pitawala Pathana

Pitawala Pathana, a unique grassland area, and the village of Riverston, which serves as the gateway, provide unmatched opportunities to explore the natural beauty and hiking trails of Sri Lanka’s Knuckles Conservation Forest.

Wedda Peni Ella Waterfall

Wedda Peni Ella is a small but enchanting waterfall nestled in the lush jungles of Matale, Sri Lanka. It offers visitors a serene escape to enjoy its refreshing beauty and tranquil surroundings.

Sera Ella Waterfall

Sera Ella Waterfall is a beautiful double cascade hidden in Sri Lanka’s central jungles, providing adventurous eco-tourists with a secluded natural paradise featuring plunging waters and lush scenery.

Sembuwatta Lake

Surrounded by lush tea plantations and forests in Sri Lanka’s central highlands, the scenic man-made Sembuwatta Lake offers a serene, offbeat escape for boating, hiking, and overnight stays amidst breathtaking mountain scenery.

Nine Arch Bridge

The Nine Arch Bridge is a famous 19th-century arched viaduct in Ella, Sri Lanka, attracting visitors with its architectural ingenuity and scenic location amidst lush hills and tea plantations.

Ravana Ziplining & ATV Rides

Flying Ravana in Ella, Sri Lanka, provides thrilling zipline and ATV adventures amidst breathtaking natural scenery, making it a top attraction for adrenaline junkies.

Ravana Ella Waterfall

The iconic 25-meter Ravana Ella Waterfall in Sri Lanka’s scenic Ella region is known for its unique appearance, lush surroundings, and mythological significance from the Ramayana. It offers visitors a top natural attraction combining beauty, legend, and adventure, with opportunities for swimming.

Whale Watching, Mirissa

Mirissa, a coastal town in southern Sri Lanka, offers unparalleled opportunities to witness the majestic blue whale and other whale species in their natural habitat through responsible whale-watching tours from December to April.

Coconut Tree Hill

Coconut Tree Hill, a popular hilltop covered with photogenic coconut palms, offers stunning ocean views. It is an iconic photography spot and a must-visit attraction in the coastal town of Mirissa, Sri Lanka.

Parrot Rock

Parrot Rock, a tiny islet just off Mirissa Beach, provides stunning elevated panoramic views, making it one of the most scenic and photographed attractions along Sri Lanka’s famous southern coastline.

Scuba Diving in Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka, is a renowned scuba diving hotspot boasting vibrant coral reefs, abundant marine life, and excellent diving conditions from November to April. It attracts divers of all levels with its clear waters, affordable dive packages, and unforgettable underwater experiences.

Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Center

The Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Center in Hikkaduwa offers an immersive eco-tourism experience focused on protecting endangered sea turtle species. It features rehabilitation, safe hatching programs, and educational activities that allow visitors to observe nesting processes and release hatchlings into the ocean.

Gangaramaya Temple

Gangaramaya is a famous Buddhist temple complex in Colombo, Sri Lanka, renowned for its unique architectural styles, massive Buddha statue, museum with an extensive artifact collection, and educational facilities.

Independence Memorial

The Independence Memorial Hall is an iconic open-air pavilion in Colombo celebrating Sri Lankan independence with ornate architecture, statues, a museum, and serene green spaces.

One Galle Face Mall

One Galle Face Mall, Sri Lanka’s largest mall, spans 490,000 square meters over seven floors. It hosts over 300 retail outlets including luxury brands, a cinema, rooftop dining, and entertainment – a complete leisure destination in Colombo.

Colombo City Center Mall

Colombo City Center Mall (Crescat Boulevard) is a two-story shopping hub in Kollupitiya. Its three floors offer a supermarket, food court, and retail stores for clothes, providing a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience.

 

Itinerary

Upon your arrival at the airport, our English-speaking guide will warmly welcome you. After approximately 35 minutes of travel, you’ll check into your hotel in Negombo, based on your preferred accommodation options.

Following some well-deserved relaxation time, you’ll enjoy a delightful lunch. In the evening, you’ll visit the serene Negombo Lagoon and Browns Beach, where you can experience the peaceful evening atmosphere and beautiful sunset. You’ll stay overnight in Negombo, enjoying a delightful dinner.

After enjoying a delightful breakfast, you'll head to Sigiriya. During the journey, you'll be treated to refreshments and a delicious lunch, ensuring a relaxed trip.

On the way to Sigiriya, you'll explore the magnificent Dambulla Rock Cave Temple. After approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes of travel, you'll check into your hotel in Sigiriya, based on your selected accommodation preference.

As the day progresses and the sun begins to set, you'll explore the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. You'll stay overnight in Sigiriya and enjoy a delicious dinner.

After enjoying breakfast, you'll visit Pidurangala Rock. The hike will take about 30 minutes. Following this, you'll head to Matale. you'll be treated to refreshments, ensuring a relaxed trip.

After approximately 2 hours of travel, you'll visit Pitawala Pathana, a unique grassland in the Knuckles Conservation Forest. There, you can see Mini World's End, a deep escarpment at Pitawala Pathana, and enjoy panoramic views of the Knuckles Range and its valleys below. Afterward, you'll visit Riverston, where you can view almost all the significant peaks of the Knuckles Range.

Following this exploration, you'll enjoy lunch. Later in the day, you'll experience a 4x4 adventure to witness the beauty of Sera Ella Waterfall. In the evening, you'll head to Ella. After approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes of travel, you'll check into your preferred accommodation in Ella for some well-deserved relaxation. At night, you'll explore Ella's vibrant nightlife and enjoy a delightful dinner.

After enjoying a delicious English breakfast, you'll explore the charming Nine Arches Bridge. Following that, you'll take part in thrilling activities such as Ravana ziplining and ATV rides. After those thrilling experiences, you'll relax at the Ravana Pool Club while having a delicious lunch.

Later, you'll travel to Mirissa. En route to Mirissa, you'll vist the breathtaking Ravana Ella Waterfall. You'll be treated to refreshments, ensuring a relaxed trip. After approximately 4 hours of travel, you'll check into your hotel in Mirissa based on your selected accommodation preferences. You'll stay overnight in Mirissa, enjoying a delicious dinner.

Day 5 :
Mirissa

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you'll have the chance to join a special early morning boat trip to see whales, the largest animals on Earth. During this amazing journey, you can watch both dolphins and whales while enjoying snacks and drinks onboard.

After this unforgettable experience, you'll explore the beautiful Coconut Tree Hill. Following that, you'll enjoy lunch. Later in the day, you'll visit the stunning Parrot Rock to take in panoramic views of the Mirissa coastline. In the evening, you'll relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at Mirissa Beach. You'll stay overnight in Mirissa, enjoying a delicious dinner.

After a delightful breakfast, you'll be head to Hikkaduwa. After approximately 30 minutes of travel, you'll visit a scuba diving center where you'll experience scuba diving. This adventure offers glimpses of sea coral and captivating sea creatures.

Later, you'll visit the Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Center, where you can closely observe these magnificent sea turtles. Following this experience, you'll be treated to lunch. After that, you'll check into your hotel in Hikkaduwa based on your selected accommodation preferences. In the evening, you'll relax on the beach and witness the breathtaking sunset.you'll stay overnight in Hikkaduwa, enjoying a delicious dinner.

After enjoying breakfast, you'll head to Colombo. En route, you'll be treated to refreshments, ensuring a relaxed journey. After approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes of travel, your itinerary will take you to Gangaramaya Temple, a significant religious site that blends modern architecture with deep cultural heritage. Situated beside the serene Beira Lake, this temple, completed in the late 1800s, holds great historical and spiritual importance.

After exploring the temple, you'll visit the Independence Memorial Hall, a monument commemorating Sri Lanka's liberation from British colonial rule. It stands as a symbol of the nation's journey toward freedom and independence.

Following this, you'll enjoy lunch. Afterward, you'll check into your hotel in Colombo, based on your preferred accommodation options. Later in the day, you'll experience shopping at One Galle Face Mall and Colombo City Centre Mall, offering a blend of modernity and local culture. As the day concludes, you'll stay overnight in Colombo, enjoying a delightful dinner.

After eight days of wonderful and enjoyable memories, we guarantee to be on time at the airport for your departure flight, ensuring a relaxing journey.

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