Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and transfer to Sigiriya/Dambulla (approx. 4–5 hrs). The scenic route takes you past paddy fields, coconut groves, and traditional villages.
Evening: Check in to your hotel and relax after your long journey.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya/Dambulla at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.
Morning: Take a guided excursion to Polonnaruwa (approx. 1.5 hrs), the medieval capital of Sri Lanka.
Afternoon: Explore highlights including the Royal Palace ruins, the Quadrangle with its temples and stupas, and the world-famous Gal Vihara, featuring four massive Buddha statues carved from granite.
Evening: Return to Sigiriya/Dambulla for leisure.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya/Dambulla at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.
Morning: Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO marvel with frescoes, landscaped gardens, and sweeping views from the summit.
Afternoon: Experience an optional Hiriwadunna Village Safari, where a bullock cart ride, catamaran trip, and traditional cooking demo give you a taste of authentic rural life. Alternatively, relax at your hotel.
Evening: Leisure at the resort.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya/Dambulla at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.
Morning: Drive to Kandy, stopping at Matale’s Spice Gardens to learn about Sri Lanka’s treasured spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves.
Afternoon: Arrive in Kandy and explore the city with visits to Kandy Lake, a local crafts center, and a gem workshop.
Evening: Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) for the evening puja ceremony.
Overnight Stay: Kandy at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.
Morning: Explore the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, home to more than 4,000 plant species including orchids, palm avenues, and medicinal plants.
Afternoon: Continue with a city exploration — stroll through Kandy’s bustling markets and admire colonial architecture.
Evening: Optional cultural show with Kandyan dance performances and traditional drumming.
Overnight Stay: Kandy at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.
Morning: Take a scenic drive into the hill country (approx. 2.5–3 hrs), passing waterfalls, tea plantations, and rolling valleys.
Afternoon: Visit a tea plantation and factory, learning the journey of Ceylon tea from leaf to cup, followed by a tasting session. Stroll around Gregory Lake and enjoy the cool mountain air.
Evening: Relax at your hotel in the refreshing climate.
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.
Morning: Transfer to Colombo (approx. 5–6 hrs).
Afternoon: On arrival, enjoy a guided city highlights tour covering Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and colonial-era buildings.
Evening: Free time for shopping or relaxation. Option for rooftop dining overlooking the city skyline.
Overnight Stay: Colombo at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★).
Morning: Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for your onward flight.
Overnight Stay: Not applicable (departure).
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