Adventure Tour Around Sri Lanka 13 Days

Day 1: Arrival in Katunayake and Transfer to Pinnawala

Morning: Arrival in Katunayake

• Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport: Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our representative who will assist you with your luggage and transfer you to Pinnawala.
• Transfer to Pinnawala: The drive to Pinnawala takes about 1.5 hours, allowing you to settle in and enjoy the scenic views.

Afternoon: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Pinnawala and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan meal at a local restaurant.
• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage: Visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to a large herd of elephants. Watch as the elephants are fed and bathed in the river.

Evening: Relaxation

• Leisure Time: Spend the evening at leisure, exploring the area around your hotel or relaxing.
• Dinner at Hotel: Enjoy a relaxing dinner at your hotel.

Day 2: Pinnawala to Dambulla

Morning: Travel to Dambulla

• Breakfast at Hotel: Start your day with a hearty breakfast.
• Drive to Dambulla: Check out and drive to Dambulla, a journey of about 2.5 hours.

Afternoon: Explore Dambulla

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Dambulla and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
• Dambulla Cave Temple: Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning Buddhist murals and statues.

Evening: Relaxation

• Leisure Time: Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel or exploring the surrounding area.
• Dinner at Hotel: Enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Day 3: Minneriya Safari

Morning: Minneriya National Park

• Early Breakfast: Have an early breakfast at your hotel.
• Minneriya National Park Safari: Go on a safari in Minneriya National Park, famous for its large gatherings of elephants. Enjoy spotting various wildlife, including deer, monkeys, and a variety of bird species.

Afternoon: Return to Dambulla

• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Return to Dambulla and have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Relaxation: Spend the afternoon at leisure, perhaps exploring the local markets or relaxing at your hotel.

Evening: Dinner at Hotel

• Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Day 4: Sigiriya and Pidurangala Hike

Morning: Sigiriya Rock Fortress

• Early Breakfast: Start your day with an early breakfast.
• Sigiriya Rock Fortress: Visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb to the top for breathtaking views and explore the ancient ruins and frescoes.

Afternoon: Pidurangala Rock

• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near Sigiriya.
• Pidurangala Hike: Hike up Pidurangala Rock for another perspective of Sigiriya and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Evening: Return to Dambulla

• Leisure Time: Return to your hotel in Dambulla and relax.
• Dinner at Hotel: Have dinner at your hotel.

Day 5: Dambulla Area Activities

Morning: Explore Dambulla

• Breakfast at Hotel: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
• Dambulla Market Visit: Visit the vibrant Dambulla market to experience local culture and purchase fresh produce.

Afternoon: Sigiriya Village Tour

• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Sigiriya Village Tour: Take a guided village tour near Sigiriya, where you can experience traditional village life, enjoy a bullock cart ride, and take a boat ride on a picturesque lake.

Evening: Relaxation

• Leisure Time: Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps enjoying a spa treatment at your hotel.
• Dinner at Hotel: Enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Day 6: Dambulla to Kandy

Morning: Travel to Kandy

• Breakfast at Hotel: Have breakfast before checking out.
• Drive to Kandy: Travel to Kandy, a journey of about 2.5 hours.

Afternoon: Peradeniya Botanical Garden

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Kandy and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Savor lunch at a local restaurant in Kandy.
• Peradeniya Botanical Garden: Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, renowned for their extensive collection of orchids, tropical plants, and beautiful landscapes.

Evening: Relaxation

• Leisure Time: Spend the evening exploring Kandy or relaxing at your hotel.
• Dinner at Hotel: Have dinner at your hotel.

Day 7: Kandy Area Activities

Morning: Temple of the Tooth Relic

• Breakfast at Hotel: Start your day with breakfast at your hotel.
• Temple of the Tooth Relic: Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Sri Lanka.

Afternoon: Kandy City Tour

• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
• Kandy Lake and Cultural Show: Take a stroll around Kandy Lake and attend a cultural show featuring traditional Kandyan dance and music.

Evening: Dinner at Hotel

• Dinner: Have dinner at your hotel, reflecting on the cultural richness of Kandy.

Day 8: Kandy to Yala

Morning: Travel to Yala

• Breakfast at Hotel: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out.
• Drive to Yala: Embark on a drive to Yala National Park, a journey of about 5 hours.

Afternoon: Yala Safari

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Yala and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Hotel: Have lunch at your hotel.
• Evening Safari: Go on an evening safari in Yala National Park, known for its high density of leopards, elephants, and diverse birdlife.

Evening: Dinner at Hotel

• Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your hotel, reflecting on your wildlife encounters.

Day 9: Yala to Mirissa

Morning: Travel to Mirissa

• Breakfast at Hotel: Have breakfast before checking out.
• Drive to Mirissa: Check out and drive to Mirissa, a beautiful beach town known for whale watching. The journey takes about 3 hours.

Afternoon: Whale Watching

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Mirissa and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy lunch at a beachside restaurant.
• Whale Watching Tour: Go on an afternoon whale watching tour. Mirissa is one of the best places in the world to see blue whales and sperm whales.

Evening: Beach Relaxation

• Leisure Time: Spend the evening relaxing on the beach.
• Dinner at Hotel: Have dinner at your hotel, enjoying the ocean views.

Day 10: Mirissa to Galle

Morning: Travel to Galle

• Breakfast at Hotel: Have breakfast before checking out.
• Drive to Galle: A short drive to Galle, a historic coastal city.

Afternoon: Explore Galle Fort

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Galle and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Galle.
• Galle Fort: Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Galle Fort, with its well-preserved colonial architecture, charming streets, and ocean views.

Evening: Sunset and Dinner

• Sunset at Galle Fort: Watch the sunset from the fort walls or a nearby beach.
• Dinner at Local Restaurant: Dine at one of Galle’s top restaurants, offering a mix of local and international cuisine.

Day 11: Galle to Hikkaduwa

Morning: Travel to Hikkaduwa

• Breakfast at Hotel: Have a leisurely breakfast before checking out.
• Drive to Hikkaduwa: A short drive to Hikkaduwa, known for its vibrant coral reefs and beautiful beaches.

Afternoon: Beach Activities

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Hikkaduwa and check in to your beachfront hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy lunch at a beachside restaurant.
• Snorkeling and Diving: Spend the afternoon snorkeling or diving to explore the colorful coral reefs and marine life.

Evening: Beachfront Dinner

• Sunset at the Beach: Enjoy the stunning sunset at the beach.
• Dinner at Hotel: Have a romantic beachfront dinner at your hotel.

Day 12: Hikkaduwa to Colombo

Morning: Travel to Colombo

• Breakfast at Hotel: Have a leisurely breakfast before checking out.
• Drive to Colombo: Check out from your hotel and drive to Colombo, the bustling capital city.

Afternoon: Colombo City Tour

• Check-in at Hotel: Arrive in Colombo and check in to your hotel.
• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Colombo.
• City Tour: Explore Colombo’s main attractions, such as Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, and Independence Square. Take a walk through Pettah Market and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city.

Evening: Shopping and Dinner

• Shopping: Spend some time shopping for souvenirs and local products at popular destinations like Odel and Laksala.
• Dinner at Local Restaurant: Enjoy your final dinner in Sri Lanka at a local restaurant, savoring traditional Sri Lankan cuisine.

Day 13: Departure from Colombo

Morning: Free Time in Colombo

• Breakfast at Hotel: Have a leisurely breakfast before checking out.
• Leisure Time: Spend the morning at leisure, perhaps doing some last-minute shopping or relaxing at your hotel.

Afternoon: Transfer to Airport

• Lunch at Local Restaurant: Enjoy a final meal at a local restaurant.
• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport: Head to the airport for your departure flight, concluding your unforgettable tour around Sri Lanka.