12-Day Grand Sri Lanka Adventure

Arrive in Sri Lanka and unwind at a coastal beachfront resort in Negombo. Relax by the ocean and savor fresh tropical seafood.

Travel inland past lush coconut groves. Visit the golden cave temples of Dambulla filled with ancient Buddhist murals and statues.

Ascend Sigiriya Lion Rock in the early morning. Later, take an open-top jeep safari to witness hundreds of wild elephants drinking and playing at the Minneriya reservoir.

Cycle or drive through the monumental ruins of Polonnaruwa, including the royal palace, Gal Vihara granite rock sculptures, and sacred quadrangle.

Journey toward Kandy. Stroll through the lush Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya and visit the holy Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.

Wind up into the cool misty mountains. Visit cascading waterfalls and a working tea plantation to learn the art of Ceylon single-estate tea.

Morning hike across the misty cloud forest plateau of Horton Plains to gaze over the sheer 880-meter drop of World’s End and Baker’s Falls.

Take the unforgettable mountain railway to Ella. Trek to Little Adam’s Peak and watch the vintage train roll over the Nine Arches Bridge.

Descend to the dry southern plains. Enter Yala National Park on a private afternoon safari seeking out leopards, elephants, and exotic birdlife.

Follow the southern shoreline to Mirissa. Unwind on golden sand beaches, swim in turquoise waters, and visit Coconut Tree Hill.

Spot traditional stilt fishermen along Weligama bay. Wander the cobblestone alleyways, lighthouses, and chic cafes of 17th-century UNESCO Galle Fort.

Enjoy an expressive tour of Colombo’s colonial and modern landmarks (Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple) before heading to the airport.