Classic Sri Lanka Highlights
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Classic Sri Lanka Highlights

The perfect first-timer's journey through ancient kingdoms, misty highlands, and golden shores

10 Days
2–12 people
November – April
5.0 Rated

About This Trip

This expertly curated 10-day journey takes you through the very best Sri Lanka has to offer. From the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and the sacred tooth relic in Kandy, to a breathtaking train ride through emerald tea estates, a thrilling Yala safari, and lazy days on Mirissa's whale-watching coast — this is Sri Lanka at its finest.

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Sigiriya Rock Fortress Kandy Temple of the Tooth Ella Train Ride Yala Safari Mirissa Whale Watching

Journey Highlights

  1. 1Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  2. 2Kandy Temple of the Tooth
  3. 3Ella Train Ride
  4. 4Yala Safari
  5. 5Mirissa Whale Watching

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1

Arrival in Colombo

Colombo
Arrival in Colombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Your airport badge handler meets you at arrivals, fast-tracks your baggage, and transfers you to your Colombo hotel. Evening at leisure — try a rooftop sunset cocktail on the Galle Face promenade.

Airport badge handling & VIP arrivalHotel check-inEvening walk on Galle Face Green
Colombo City Hotel (4-star) Dinner on own
2

Colombo City Tour → Sigiriya

Colombo → Sigiriya
Colombo City Tour → Sigiriya

Morning city tour of Colombo — colonial architecture, Gangaramaya Temple, the vibrant Pettah Market. After lunch, drive north into the Cultural Triangle to reach Sigiriya.

Gangaramaya TempleColombo Fort & Pettah MarketDrive to Cultural Triangle
Sigiriya Boutique Lodge Breakfast
3

Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Pidurangala

Sigiriya
Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Pidurangala

An early climb up Sigiriya, the 5th-century Lion Rock fortress — one of the world's most remarkable ancient sites. Afternoon visit to Pidurangala Rock for jaw-dropping sunset views back over Sigiriya.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO)Sigiriya FrescoesPidurangala Rock sunset
Sigiriya Boutique Lodge Breakfast
4

Dambulla Cave Temple → Kandy

Dambulla → Kandy
Dambulla Cave Temple → Kandy

Morning visit to the golden-roofed Dambulla Cave Temple, home to 157 Buddha statues. Continue to Kandy — Sri Lanka's cultural capital — stopping at a spice garden en route.

Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO)Spice Garden TourKandy arrival & Lake walk
Kandy Heritage Hotel Breakfast
5

Temple of the Tooth & Kandy Cultural Show

Kandy
Temple of the Tooth & Kandy Cultural Show

Morning at the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic — the most important Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Afternoon visit to an authentic Kandyan craft village, followed by a traditional cultural dance and fire-walking show.

Temple of the Tooth Relic (UNESCO)Kandyan Arts & Crafts VillageCultural Dance Show
Kandy Heritage Hotel Breakfast
6

Scenic Train to Ella

Kandy → Ella
Scenic Train to Ella

Board the legendary train through the tea country — voted one of the world's most beautiful rail journeys. Watch misty peaks, emerald plantations, and cascading waterfalls unfold from your window.

World Famous Kandy–Ella Train JourneyTea Plantation WalkNine Arch Bridge Ella
Ella Mountain Lodge Breakfast
7

Ella Hiking & Ravana Falls

Ella
Ella Hiking & Ravana Falls

Sunrise hike to Little Adam's Peak for panoramic highland views. Visit the dramatic Ravana Falls and Ravana Cave. Afternoon free to explore Ella's charming cafes and shops.

Little Adam's Peak sunrise hikeRavana Falls & CaveElla town exploration
Ella Mountain Lodge Breakfast
8

Drive to Yala

Ella → Yala
Drive to Yala

Morning drive through the southern highlands to Yala. Stop at Buduruvagala rock carvings. Afternoon game drive in Yala Block 1 — home to the world's highest density of leopards.

Buduruvagala Rock CarvingsYala National Park Afternoon Safari
Yala Safari Camp Breakfast & Dinner
9

Yala Safari → Mirissa

Yala → Mirissa
Yala Safari → Mirissa

Dawn jeep safari — the magic hour for leopard sightings, elephants, and sloth bears. Afternoon transfer to the palm-fringed paradise of Mirissa. Sunset cocktails on the beach.

Early Morning Yala SafariDrive to MirissaMirissa Beach sunset
Mirissa Beach Villa Breakfast
10

Whale Watching → Colombo Departure

Mirissa → Colombo
Whale Watching → Colombo Departure

Early morning whale watching boat trip — spot blue whales, sperm whales, and spinner dolphins. Drive back to Colombo for your departure flight. Warm farewell from your Easy Go Lanka team.

Mirissa Whale Watching BoatCoastal Highway drive to ColomboAirport transfer
Breakfast

Im Preis enthalten

  • Expert local coordinator
  • All hotel bookings (your choice of category)
  • Airport transfers
  • All transport between destinations
  • Tour guide at each site
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support

Nicht enthalten

  • International flights
  • Meals (unless specified)
  • Entrance fees (we help you pre-book)
  • Travel insurance
$100
Coordination fee
+ hotels & activities at your budget
Dauer10 Days
SchwierigkeitsgradEasy
Gruppengröße2–12 people
Beste ReisezeitNovember – April
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