Heritage and Wildlife Expedition

🗺️ Tour Title: Heritage and Wildlife Expedition – 8 Days in Sri Lanka

Day 1: Arrival – Transfer to Sigiriya

  • Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport

  • Warm welcome by our representative

  • Scenic drive to Sigiriya (approx. 4.5 hrs)

  • Check-in at hotel & relax after your journey

  • Optional evening village walk or Ayurveda massage

  • Overnight stay in Sigiriya

Day 2: Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa Exploration

  • Early morning climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Return for breakfast and relaxation

  • Afternoon visit to Polonnaruwa Ancient City – ruins of palaces, temples, and statues

  • Optional: Enjoy a safari at Minneriya National Park (Elephant Gathering – seasonal)

  • Overnight stay in Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya to Kandy via Dambulla

  • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple – stunning rock cave temple with Buddha statues

  • Proceed to Kandy (approx. 2.5–3 hrs)

  • En route visit a Spice Garden in Matale

  • Evening cultural dance performance in Kandy

  • Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic – sacred Buddhist site

  • Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 4: Kandy to Ella (Scenic Train Ride)

  • Transfer to Nanu Oya train station (by vehicle)

  • Scenic train journey to Ella (approx. 4 hrs) – lush tea country & misty mountains

  • Explore Ella: Nine Arches Bridge, Ravana Falls, and Little Adam’s Peak

  • Overnight stay in Ella

Day 5: Ella to Yala National Park

  • Morning free for optional nature walk or zip-lining

  • Transfer to Yala (approx. 3.5 hrs)

  • Evening safari at Yala National Park – famous for leopards, elephants, and more

  • Overnight stay in Yala

Day 6: Yala to Galle

  • Optional early morning safari for better wildlife sightings

  • After breakfast, proceed to Galle (approx. 4 hrs)

  • Visit the iconic Galle Dutch Fort, lighthouse, and colonial streets

  • Relax at Unawatuna or Mirissa Beach

  • Overnight stay in Galle

Day 7: Galle to Colombo

  • Enjoy a relaxed morning by the beach

  • Visit a turtle hatchery or stilt fishermen en route

  • Scenic coastal drive to Colombo (approx. 2.5 hrs)

  • Evening Colombo city tour: Galle Face Green, Independence Square, Old Parliament, shopping, and more

  • Overnight stay in Colombo

Day 8: Departure

  • Leisure time depending on flight schedule

  • Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure

  • End of the Heritage and Wildlife Expedition

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