Chronicling Ancient Kingdoms

Standard international arrival operations at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and warm traditional welcome by our representative.

Check into the coastal hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening stroll by the Negombo beach or old fishing canals to shake off jet lag.

Overnight Stay: Negombo

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): River Front Hotel
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Heritance Negombo

Early morning checkout and scenic drive north through rural landscapes toward the birthplace of Sri Lankan civilization.

Guided exploration of the sprawling sacred city of Anuradhapura, viewing the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree and the towering Ruwanwelisaya stupa.

Overnight Stay: Anuradhapura

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Daffodil Hotel
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Uga Ulagalla

Visit Mihintale, the sacred mountain peak revered as the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.

Transfer to Sigiriya and partake in an authentic rural village culinary demonstration, tasting heirloom organic curry preparations.

Overnight Stay: Sigiriya

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Hotel Sigiriya
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Heritance Kandalama

Early morning ascent of the spectacular Sigiriya Rock Fortress to marvel at the ancient frescoes and sky palace engineering before the midday heat.

Afternoon excursion to the 11th-century medieval capital of Polonnaruwa to observe the colossal stone Buddhas of Gal Vihara.

Overnight Stay: Sigiriya

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Fresco Water Villa
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Heritance Kandalama

Explore the beautifully preserved cave monastery complex of Dambulla, showcasing ancient religious murals and statues.

Journey south to the hill capital of Kandy, stopping briefly at an educational spice garden in Matale; watch a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance in the evening.

Overnight Stay: Kandy

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Queen's Hotel
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Santani Wellness Resort

Visit the magnificent Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic during the morning offering ceremony (poya rituals).

Take a relaxing walking tour through the world-renowned Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, famous for its extensive orchid collection.

Overnight Stay: Kandy

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Queen's Hotel
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Radisson Blu Kandy

Depart Kandy along dramatic mountain roads, passing cascading waterfalls up into the heart of the tea-growing highlands.

Tour a classic Swiss-style estate tea factory to learn the traditional orthodox tea-making process, followed by a historical walk through the colonial-era town of Nuwara Eliya.

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Jetwing Heritage
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Ceylon Tea Trails

Board the scenic highland train from Nanu Oya station to Ella, crossing lush valleys and remote tea-country settlements.

Walk down to view the magnificent architectural masterpiece of the Nine Arch Bridge and relax in the bohemian mountain town of Ella.

Overnight Stay: Ella

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Heaven's Edge
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): 98 Acres Resort & Spa

Drive south out of the highlands, stopping to explore the ancient, mysterious rock-cut Buddhist reliefs at Buduruwagala.

Experience the spiritual, multi-religious evening rituals and vibrant temple lamps at the sacred Kataragama Temple complex.

Overnight Stay: Kataragama

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Mandara Rosen
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Chena Huts by Uga

Journey along the scenic southern shoreline highway toward the maritime bastion town of Galle.

Embark on an expert-led historical walking tour through the living streets, ramparts, and colonial architectural monuments of the UNESCO-protected Galle Fort.

Overnight Stay: Galle

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Lady Hill Hotel
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Amangalla

Leisurely morning exploring the boutique art galleries, vintage jewelers, and charming cafes tucked inside the historic fort.

Short coastal drive to observe the ancient, localized practice of stilt fishing at Kathaluwa, followed by sunset viewing from the lighthouse bastions.

Overnight Stay: Galle

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Fort Bazaar
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Le Grand Galle

Fast-track transit along the southern highway to the commercial capital city of Colombo.

Guided city heritage drive across the historic Fort district, the bustling Petta Bazaar, and a visit to the striking architectural design of Gangaramaya Temple.

Overnight Stay: Colombo

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Cinnamon Red
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Galle Face Hotel

In-depth tour of the Colombo National Museum to view ancient royal regalia and historical artifacts collected from the cities visited earlier in the tour.

Curated souvenir hunting at sustainable artisan boutiques, followed by an evening walk along the lively Galle Face Green promenade.

Overnight Stay: Colombo

Hotel Options:

• Standard Option (3-4 Star): Cinnamon Red
• Luxury Option (4-5 Star): Tintagel Colombo

According to the flight time, transfer to the Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight.