Sri Lanka: Pearl of the Indian Ocean

  • Destination: Sri Lanka
  • Duration: 9 days
  • Price: $900

Overview

A road trip in the magical island of Sri Lanka from Sigiriya in the North to Mirissa in the south uncovering its hidden trails and amazing nature.

Highlights

- Hiking/Scrambling Pidurangala rock and Sigiriya rock fortress for amazing views over the surrounding jungles and mountains.
- Kandy, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka
- Hiking along the Knuckles mountains range for stunning mountains landscapes and hidden waterfalls
- The Rainforests of Kitulgala and White Water Rafting adventure on Kelani River
- Wander around the famous tea plantations and hike to World’s end in Nuwara Eliya
- The Scenic train ride to Ella, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world
- Hiking to Little Adam’s Peak and the 9 Arches bridge in Ella
- Ziplining with breathtaking backdrop in Ella
- The tropical beaches of Mirissa and the picturesque Coconut tree Hill

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Itinerary & Trip Details

Day 1: Sigiriya

Sigiriya

Arrival in Colombo airport. Transfer to Sigiriya, check-in our hotel and get ready for our big adventure.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel 

Day 2: The Lion's Rock

The Lion’s Rock

Today we visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Sri Lanka’s most visited archaeological site known as the Lion’s Rock. First we will hike up Pidurangala rock for a breathtaking sunrise over Sigirya then make our way to Sigirya rock and climb the 200m rock to the Sky Fortress built on top of it with magnificent panoramic views over the surrounding forests and mountains. Afterwards we will drive to Kandy, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka for overnight.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B

Day 3: The Misty Mountains

The Misty Mountains

Today we embark on a hiking expedition in the amazing Knuckles mountain range for the most heavenly trails in the country. We will be hiking along breathtaking mountain landscape, beautiful hidden waterfalls, quaint villages hidden in the mountains. After our mountain adventure we will drive back to Kandy.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: BL

Day 4: Rainforest Adventure

Rainforest Adventure

After breakfast we will drive to Kitulgala in the heart of the rainforest for a thrilling white water rafting adventure along the beautiful Kelani River followed by waterfalls jumping and sliding, have lunch at river camp then drive into the central highlands to Nuwara Eliya.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliyais located in the heart of the tea country hills of Sri Lanka. We will start our day with a walk among the famous tea plantations and visit the tea factory. Later in the afternoon we will visit Gregory Lake for a scenic walk around its shores.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B

Day 6: Horton Plains

Horton Plains

Breakfast then venture into Horton Plains national park to hike its most amazing viewpoint known as the world’s end. It’s a sheer cliff with a drop of about 1200m outlooking the surrounding plateau. Afterwards we will drive to the train station for one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world to the hilltop town of Ella.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B

Day 7: Ella

Ella

Ella is a small town on the southern hills of the upcountry. It is blessed with lush greenery, cascading waterfalls and mountains adorned with tea plantations, making it a great hiking destination. Our trail for the day is Little Adam’s peak, an easy hike with amazing views, we will hike through lush green tea plantations and paddy fields to the top where we will be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view over the misty mountains of central Sri Lanka. Afterwards we will go on a thrilling ride along South Asia’s longest zipline then another short hike to the famous 9 Arches bridge then drive to the tropical beaches of Mirissa

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B

Day 8: A Tropical Paradise

A Tropical Paradise

A well-deserved relaxing day by the laidback tropical beaches of Mirissa.

Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B

Day 9: Departure

Departure

Transfer to the airport for final departure

Meals: B

Price Includes/Excludes

Price Includes

- Airport Transfers
- Accommodation for 8 nights in standard hotels
- All mentioned activities including equipment and necessary permits
- All transfers in a private vehicle
- All mentioned meals (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- The Train ride to Ella

Price Excludes

- Flight tickets to Colombo
- Visa Expenses
- Tips & Gratuities

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