7-Day Pearl Discovery
from US$950
Multi-day · Sigiriya
The journey
A more relaxed island journey combining heritage, two wildlife regions, the central highlands and several days along Sri Lanka's beautiful southern coast.
From Anuradhapura and a Wilpattu safari through the Cultural Triangle, Kandy and the tea hills to Yala, Tangalle, Mirissa, Galle and Bentota - the island in depth, at a comfortable pace.
Day by day
Day 01
Meet and greet at the airport, transfer to Negombo and relax.
Stay · Negombo
Day 02
Travel to Anuradhapura and discover the ancient sacred city.
Stay · Anuradhapura
Day 03
Enjoy a safari in Wilpattu National Park, known for its natural lakes and diverse wildlife.
Stay · Anuradhapura / Wilpattu area
Day 04
Travel to the Cultural Triangle and visit Dambulla Cave Temple, with a spice and herbal garden visit in the Matale region en route to Sigiriya.
Stay · Sigiriya
Day 05
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, explore Polonnaruwa and optionally enjoy a Minneriya/Kaudulla safari depending on conditions.
Stay · Sigiriya
Day 06
Travel to Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy the city's cultural atmosphere, with an optional gem and jewellery heritage experience.
Stay · Kandy
Day 07
Botanical Gardens, Ramboda Falls, tea plantation and factory visit before reaching Nuwara Eliya.
Stay · Nuwara Eliya
Day 08
Scenic train experience subject to availability, then explore Ella, with an optional hands-on traditional cooking experience.
Stay · Ella
Day 09
Travel towards Yala and enjoy a wildlife safari.
Stay · Yala area
Day 10
Continue to the south coast for a slower beach day in Tangalle.
Stay · Tangalle
Day 11
Travel along the coast to Mirissa, with time for beaches and optional activities.
Stay · Mirissa
Day 12
Optional seasonal whale-watching, then continue to historic Galle Fort.
Stay · Galle
Day 13
Travel via Bentota with optional river safari or water sports, then continue to Colombo.
Stay · Colombo
Day 14
City sightseeing or shopping depending on flight time, followed by private airport transfer.
What's covered
The route
16 stops across the island, in the order you'll travel.
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