12-Day Sri Lanka Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo

• Morning:
  • Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Colombo.
  • Check-in and freshen up.
• Afternoon:
  • Explore Colombo city: visit the Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and Galle Face Green.
• Evening:
  • Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 2: Colombo to Sigiriya

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Sigiriya (approximately 4-hour drive).
• Afternoon:
  • Check-in at the hotel in Sigiriya.
  • Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Evening:
  • Explore the surrounding gardens and frescoes.
  • Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 3: Sigiriya – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Day trip to Anuradhapura (approximately 1.5-hour drive).
  • Visit the ancient ruins, including the sacred Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, and Jethawanaramaya.
• Afternoon:
  • Return to Sigiriya.
  • Relax at the hotel or explore the local area.
• Evening:
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 4: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Minneriya National Park

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Polonnaruwa (approximately 1-hour drive).
  • Explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, another UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Afternoon:
  • Head to Minneriya National Park for a safari to see elephants and other wildlife.
• Evening:
  • Return to Sigiriya.
  • Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 5: Sigiriya to Trincomalee

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Trincomalee (approximately 2.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon:
  • Check-in at the hotel in Trincomalee.
  • Visit Koneswaram Temple and Fort Frederick.
• Evening:
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches.
  • Overnight stay in Trincomalee.

Day 6: Trincomalee

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Explore Pigeon Island National Park for snorkeling and marine life.
• Afternoon:
  • Visit Nilaveli Beach for some relaxation.
• Evening:
  • Overnight stay in Trincomalee.

Day 7: Trincomalee to Pasikudah

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Pasikudah (approximately 2-hour drive).
• Afternoon:
  • Check-in at the hotel in Pasikudah.
  • Enjoy the pristine beaches and water activities.
• Evening:
  • Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 8: Pasikudah

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Relax on the beach or engage in water sports.
• Afternoon:
  • Optional visit to nearby Batticaloa for sightseeing.
• Evening:
  • Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 9: Pasikudah to Ella

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Ella (approximately 5.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon:
  • Check-in at the hotel in Ella.
  • Visit the Nine Arches Bridge and explore the town.
• Evening:
  • Overnight stay in Ella.

Day 10: Ella

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Hike to Little Adam’s Peak.
• Afternoon:
  • Visit the Ravana Falls and Ella Spice Garden.
• Evening:
  • Overnight stay in Ella.

Day 11: Ella to Kandy

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Kandy (approximately a 3.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon:
  • Check-in at the hotel in Kandy.
  • Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
• Evening:
  • Explore the Kandy Lake and local markets.
  • Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 12: Kandy to Colombo and Departure

• Morning:
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Depart for Colombo (approximately a 3-hour drive).
• Afternoon:
  • Last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Colombo.
  • Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.