Historic Ceylon

Historical Anuradhapura to Kandalama

4 hours (170Km)

Negombo

Anuradhapura

1 hour 30 mins (75Km)

Anuradhapura

Kandalama

• Ancient city of Anuradhapura

  Your first destination on this journey is the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura was a Ceylonese political and religious capital that flourished for 1,300 years. This prominent city contains remarkable landmarks such as ancient temples, stupas, and sprawling ruins that highlight the proud history of Sri Lanka.

• Your accommodation at Kandalama

  After exploring Anuradhapura, you will be taken to the rural and eye-catching city of Kandalama, located between two UNESCO World Heritage sites, Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple. Your accommodation will be expecting your visit, allowing you to relax and spend the afternoon leisurely

• Exploring Kandalama

  For the rest of the day, you can explore the city and admire its unique and tranquil beauty, filled with scenic landscapes. You can even visit to the Kandalama tank. Your day ends with the overnight stay at Kandalama

Sigiriya, the Eighth Wonder, and the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa

30 mins (15Km)

Kandalama

Sigiriya

1 hour 10 mins (55Km)

Sigiriya

Polonnaruwa

1 hour 30 mins (65Km)

Polonnaruwa

Kandalama

• Sigiriya, the rock wonder

  The day begins with a tour of the historical city of Sigiriya, home to the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress also known as The Lion Rock. This great stronghold is surrounded by ancient historical monuments and ruins and the area is beautifully landscaped with formal water features, terraced gardens, and natural boulders.

• To the kingdom of Polonnaruwa

  After the exciting voyage at Sigiriya, you will arrive at a UNESCO World Heritage site that was one of the main capital cities of Sri Lanka in ancient times. This area is relatively flat and features a mix of water sources such as lakes and reservoirs, ruins of great monuments from the kingdomic era, and especially the monumental ruins of a fabulous Garden City.

• Back to Kandalama

  After sightseeing at Polonnaruwa, you will return to the accommodation at Kandalama. Here, you can relax and recharge for another day full of experiences, while reflecting on your experience throughout the day.

From Dambulla Cave Temple via Matale to the serene city of Kandy

30 mins (15Km)

Kandalama

Dambulla

1 hour 15 mins (50Km)

Dambulla

Matale

1 hour (25Km)

Matale

Kandy

• Dambulla Royal Cave Temple

  Your day will begin with a visit to the largest and the well-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka named the Dambulla Royal Cave Temple. This site will provide a great start to your journey for the day. This historical UNESCO World Heritage Site is composed of 5 caves under an overhanging rock containing murals, paintings, and statues.

• Matale Spice Gardens

  The next stop will be the Matale Spice Gardens where you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in aromatic scents and and witness the processing and cultivation of spices, which are key ingredients in both culinary and medicine. You can also purchase some of Ceylon’s finest spices to take with you as souvenirs.

• The serene city of Kandy

  Your final destination for the day will be the city of Kandy, where you will be escorted to your accommodation to relax. Afterwards, you can take a stroll through this enchanted historical city and visit the Sacred Temple of the Tooth or witness a great cultural event filled with traditional Sri Lankan performances to end the day.

Heading to the hill country

4 hours 10 mins (150Km)

Kandy

Bandarawela

40 mins (17Km)

Bandarawela

Ella

• The marvelous city of Bandarawela

  Your journey begins with a scenic drive to the city of Bandarawela, where you will be treated to breathtaking views along the way. The city is renowned for its cool climate and the lush tea plantation sites, which enhance the value of your trip through the winding roads and verdant valleys.

• Endless felicity in the small town, Ella

  The charming city of Ella eagerly awaits your arrival holding so many enchanting views and adventures along with its serene ambiance.Upon arrival, you will be directed to the accommodation amidst the cold and fresh environment of Ella. As you please you can explore some of the main landmarks of the city like the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak to collect more and more memories during your stay.

• Overnight at Ella

  Your day will have a perfect ending with an overnight stay at a hotel in the glistening city of Ella.

From Hill Country to Down South

3 hours 20 mins (200Km)

Ella

Galle

• Embark on further adventures in Ella.

  During the first half of the day, you will get the opportunity to explore and feel the coldness of Ella with some exciting hikes to popular viewpoints like Little Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock, or the Ravana Falls. Also, you can spend some time wandering through the verdant tea plantations and valleys of Ella.

• Heading to Galle

  The journey through the southwest coast of Sri Lanka towards Galle will offer you a great time to calm your mind and enjoy the picturesque view throughout the journey.

• Exploring the city of Galle

  Upon arrival in Galle, the ancient and historic landscape, holding the beauty of Portuguese and Dutch architectural monuments will take your breath away with its vibrant view. You can visit the iconic Dutch Fort and wander through the cobblestone streets while admiring the colonial-era buildings, modern boutiques, and art galleries, and witness a picturesque view of the ocean, from the fort.

• Some leisure time at Galle to end the day

  After a breathtaking tour around the city of Galle, you can have some leisure time for yourself to admire the scenic and historic beauty of the city. Some seafood dishes from an aesthetic restaurant and the laid-back atmosphere of the town will be a perfect blend for you to have a mentally relaxing afternoon to prepare your body and your soul ready for the rest of the days of your journey.

From the beachside to the commercial capital, Colombo

2 hours 15 mins (130Km)

Galle

Colombo

• Bidding farewell to Galle

  The beginning of the day offers final opportunity to experience anything you may have missed during the wonderful stay in the city of Galle. You can spend some time wandering through the streets admiring the coastal beauty or collecting some souvenirs from local boutiques to hold the memories of this beautiful island forever.

• Towards Colombo

  As you depart from Galle, you will embark on a scenic way to the city of Colombo, where you can leisurely admire the beauty of Sri Lanka throughout the journey.

• The judicial capital of Sri Lanka

  Upon arriving in Colombo, you can freshen yourself up at the hotel and set your mind ready for a breathtaking voyage through the city landmarks like the Gangaramaya temple, and the National Museum or even experience a saunter along the Galle face Green.

• Some Shopping and Dining

  You can spend your afternoon by taking a shopping spree in the local shopping malls and markets, to collect some of the Sri Lankan products to commemorate your visit. Afterwards. enjoy a wonderful dining experience with the wide diversity of culinary that the local cuisines have in store including delicious Sri Lankan dishes.

• Relax at your own will

  The rest of the day is yours to leisurely enjoy the exquisite beauty and the vibrant nightlife of Colombo, while reminiscing on the memories you’ve collected throughout your stay on this beautiful island. Your final night at the hotel in Colombo will be an unforgettable stay with the ethereal ambiance of the city lights.

Goodbye Sri Lanka

40 minutes (35Km)

Colombo

Airport

• From Colombo to Katunayake

  To mark the end of your wonderful journey, you will be escorted to the airport from Colombo giving you a final chance to feel the warmth of the Sri Lankan atmosphere on your way with the scenic city views.

  Let your heart embrace the wonderful island stay through a reflection of the historic and scenic views of your journey and the hospitality and warmth of the Sri Lankan people you witnessed. Have a safe journey. Until we meet again!