7-Day Pearl Discovery
from US$950
Multi-day · Sigiriya
The journey
A distinctive east-coast journey combining ancient kingdoms, Buddhist and Hindu heritage, Pasikuda and Arugam Bay, hill country, Trincomalee and a Pigeon Island marine experience.
From the Cultural Triangle to the golden beaches of Pasikuda, the surf of Arugam Bay, the tea hills of Ella and Nuwara Eliya, Kandy and the northeast coast at Trincomalee and Nilaveli.
Day by day
Day 01
Meet your Infinity Travel Lanka chauffeur at the airport and transfer to Negombo for a relaxed first evening.
Stay · Negombo
Day 02
Travel into the Cultural Triangle, visit Dambulla Cave Temple and continue to Sigiriya, with a guided spice and herbal garden visit in the Matale/Dambulla region.
Stay · Sigiriya
Day 03
Early Sigiriya Rock Fortress visit. In the afternoon, enjoy an optional Minneriya/Kaudulla wildlife safari or a relaxed resort experience.
Stay · Sigiriya
Day 04
Explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, then continue east to the beautiful beaches of Pasikuda.
Stay · Pasikuda
Day 05
A deliberately slower day for swimming, beach relaxation, water sports, spa treatments or local experiences.
Stay · Pasikuda
Day 06
Scenic journey south along the east coast to Arugam Bay. Enjoy the beach and relaxed atmosphere.
Stay · Arugam Bay
Day 07
Surfing or surf lessons for interested guests, plus options such as lagoon safari, birdwatching, local culture, yoga and beach time.
Stay · Arugam Bay
Day 08
Leave the coast for the hill country, stopping at Ravana Falls before arriving in Ella.
Stay · Ella
Day 09
Explore Nine Arches Bridge, Little Adam's Peak and optional adventure, wellness or hands-on Sri Lankan cooking experiences.
Stay · Ella
Day 10
Enjoy the hill country and a scenic train sector where available. Visit tea country, a tea factory and Gregory Lake.
Stay · Nuwara Eliya
Day 11
Travel via Ramboda Falls and the Royal Botanical Gardens, then visit the Temple of the Tooth, an optional cultural show and a gem and jewellery heritage centre.
Stay · Kandy
Day 12
Cross the island to Sri Lanka's northeast coast and relax at a Trincomalee/Nilaveli beach resort.
Stay · Trincomalee / Nilaveli
Day 13
Visit Koneswaram Hindu Temple and the Fort Frederick area, then travel to Nilaveli for a Pigeon Island boat and snorkelling excursion, subject to conditions.
Stay · Trincomalee / Nilaveli
Day 14
Return to the west coast. Enjoy an optional final evening of shopping, dining or relaxation.
Stay · Negombo / Colombo
Day 15
Private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport. Additional sightseeing can be arranged depending on flight time.
What's covered
The route
12 stops across the island, in the order you'll travel.
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