Journey Overview
During this 8-day journey, you will climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, experience rural village life, visit the dramatic Koneswaram Temple overlooking the Indian Ocean, and relax on the stunning beaches of Trincomalee and Nilaveli. Optional excursions such as Pigeon Island snorkeling, whale watching, and Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage can be added to personalize your experience.
Daily Itinerary
1
Airport → Kurunegala → Sigiriya
Approximate duration: 3.5 hours
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will meet your driver-guide and begin your journey toward Sigiriya with a short stop in Kurunegala before continuing to your hotel.
Standard Package Accommodation: KASSAPA LION ROCK
Superior Package Accommodation: CINNAMON LODGE HABARANA
Luxury Package Accommodation: WATER GARDEN SIGIRIYA
2
Sigiriya Rock → Rural Village Experience
Approximate duration each transfer 20 min
Climb the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most impressive UNESCO heritage sites. Later enjoy a rural village experience where you will discover traditional Sri Lankan farming, local cuisine, and authentic village life.
Standard Package Accommodation: KASSAPA LIONS ROCK
Superior Package Accommodation: CINNAMON LODGE HABARANA
Luxury Package Accommodation: WATER GARDEN SIGIRIYA
3
Sigiriya - Eastern Beaches: Trincomalee - Koneswaram Temple - Nilaveli Beach
Approximate duration to Nilaveli: 2 hours
Travel to Sri Lanka’s east coast and visit the beautiful Koneswaram Temple, dramatically located on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean before relaxing on the beaches of Trincomalee.
Standard Package Accommodation: CARDAMON HOTEL
Superior Package Accommodation: TRINCO BLU BY CINNAMON
Luxury Package Accommodation: UGA JUNGLE BEACH
4
Optional: Pigeon Island → Beach Relaxation
Duration approx. 30 minutes by boat
Today you may join an optional excursion to Pigeon Island National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s best snorkeling locations.
Standard Package Accommodation: CARDAMON HOTEL
Superior Package Accommodation: TRINCO BLU BY CINNAMON
Luxury Package Accommodation: UGA JUNGLE BEACH
5
Optional: Whale Watching → Nilaveli Beach Relax Day
Duration approx. 30 minutes by boat
Enjoy a relaxing beach day or join an optional whale watching excursion where you may see blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins.
Standard Package Accommodation: CARDAMON HOTEL
Superior Package Accommodation: TRINCO BLU BY CINNAMON
Luxury Package Accommodation: UGA JUNGLE BEACH
6
Trincomalee → Dambulla Cave Temple → Kandy
Trincomalee - Dambulla: 2 hours; Dambulla - Kandy: 2.5 hours
Visit the spectacular Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO heritage site filled with Buddha statues and murals, before continuing to the cultural capital of Kandy.
Standard Package Accommodation: MOUNT BLUE KANDY
Superior Package Accommodation: FOX KANDY BY FOX
Luxury Package Accommodation: KING PAVILION
7
Kandy → Temple of the Tooth → Botanical Gardens → City Tour
Kandy - Peradeniya: 30 minutes
Explore the highlights of Kandy including the sacred Temple of the Tooth and the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens.
Standard Package Accommodation: MOUNT BLUE KANDY
Superior Package Accommodation: FOX KANDY BY FOX
Luxury Package Accommodation: KINGS PAVILION
8
Optional Pinnawala → Airport
Kandy - Airport: 3.5 hours
You may optionally visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage before transferring to the airport for your departure.
Package Categories & Prices
Standard Package
USD 1040
Per person (Group of 4)
- Standard hotels
- Breakfast & dinner
Superior Package
USD 1460
Per person (Group of 4)
- Superior category hotels
- Breakfast & dinner
Luxury Package
USD 2870
Per person (Group of 4)
- Luxury boutique hotels
- Breakfast & dinner
