Perfect for trekking & nature enthusiasts
Trekking and Monuments - Sri Lanka in 17 Days
This program is specially designed for those who love trekking, hiking, and nature lovers
🥾 Mountain Trekking
🏛️ Ancient Monuments
🌲 Nature Activities
🏖️ Mirissa Beach
Journey Overview
This program is specially for those who love trekking, hiking,and nature activities, while also exploring the most important landmarks in the country. We provide access to unique routes and less-traveled paths that many visitors don’t get to experience. Throughout your journey, you will be accompanied by the same dedicated guide and driver, ensuring personalized service and a deeper connection to the places you visit. This approach allows for a more authentic and immersive experience, combining adventure with cultural discovery.
Daily Itinerary
Day 01. Airport - Kurunegala - Anuradhapura
Description & Accomadation
Transfer time: 3.5 hours
- Welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport by your driver-guide, followed by a transfer to Anuradhapura.
- Stop in Kurunegala for refreshments by the city lake before continuing your journey.
Day 02. Anuradhapura ancient city by bike
Description & Accomadation
4 hours cycling
- Explore the ancient city of Anuradhapura by bicycle in a relaxed 4-hour tour, discovering its rich history.
- Visit UNESCO-listed landmarks including stupas, palaces, and sacred temples dating from the 4th century BC to the 10th century AD.
Day 03. Anuradhapura - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya
Description & Accomadation
2 hours + 1 hour
- Explore Polonnaruwa on foot (approx. 4 hours), discovering a UNESCO-listed city from the 11th–13th centuries.
- See ancient temples, monuments, and impressive rock statues of Buddha and King Parakrama, showcasing medieval Sri Lankan heritage.
Day 04. Sigiriya Rock - Safari Minneriya P.N
Description & Accomadation
20-30 min transfers
Day 05. Trekking in Ritigala
Description & Accomadation
4 hours trekking
Day 06. Habarana - Dambulla Golden Temple - Matale Trekking - Kandy
Description & Accomadation
2.5 hours + 30 minutes
- Visit Dambulla Golden Temple (1st century BC), a historic cave complex with rich cultural heritage.
- Enjoy a village trek in Matale through rice fields and spice plantations, ending with a refreshing river dip and spice garden visit.
Day 07. Kandy Hanthana - Temple of the Tooth - Udawatta Kele Forest
Description & Accomadation
30 min transfers
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy to see the sacred relic of Buddha, a symbol of Sri Lanka’s heritage and faith.
- Explore Udawattakele Forest on a 2-hour walk, then enjoy free time to relax, stroll around the lake, or visit local markets.
Day 08. Kandy: Hantana Trekking
Description & Accomadation
5 hours trekking
- Trek through the Hantana mountains (approx. 5 hours), walking along scenic tea trails and visiting a filming location of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.
- Enjoy free time to explore nearby tea villages and experience local life at your own pace.
Day 09. Kandy - Peradeniya Botanical Garden - Ramboda waterfall - Nuwara Eliya
Description & Accomadation
2.5 hours + train
- Visit Peradeniya Botanical Gardens (14th century), featuring diverse plants and trees from around the world.
- Travel to Nuwara Eliya (1,868m) through tea plantations, with stops at Ramboda Waterfalls and a tea factory.
Day 10. Nuwara Eliya - Trekking: Horton Plains NP - Train to Bandarawela
Description & Accomadation
1.15 hrs + 4 hrs trekking
- Early morning trek in Horton Plains National Park (9 km, ~3.5–4 hours) with a picnic breakfast at “World’s End” and views of Baker’s Falls.
- Scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Bandarawela, passing through tea hills and forests.
Day 11. Trekking Haputale Mountains: 1st day - Mountain Shelter
Description & Accomadation
40 min transfer + trekking
Day 12. Haputale Mountains Trekking: 2nd day with waterfalls - Ella
Description & Accomadation
50 min transfer
- Continue the second day trek with an early visit to Bambarakanda Falls, Sri Lanka’s tallest waterfall (263m), with time for sightseeing and photos.
- Transfer to Ella, a scenic town known for its relaxed atmosphere and mountain views to rest and unwind.
Day 13. Ella: Little Adam's Peak - Safari Yala N.P. - Tissa
Description & Accomadation
2.5 hours transfer
- Hike Little Adam’s Peak in Ella through scenic tea plantations with panoramic mountain views.
- Enjoy a safari in Yala National Park to spot wildlife including deer, elephants, peacocks, and possibly leopards.
Day 14. Tissa - boat ride Tissa Lake - Sithulpawwa - Kataragama Temples
Description & Accomadation
30 min transfers
Day 15. Mirissa Beach
Description & Accomadation
Transfer to beach
- Relax at Mirissa Beach, enjoying soft sands, clear waters, and a laid-back coastal atmosphere.
- Explore nearby cafes and restaurants offering fresh seafood, with surfing opportunities available for all levels.
Day 16. Mirissa Beach
Description & Accomadation
Full relaxation day
Day 17. Mirissa - Galle - Airport
Description & Accomadation
45 min + 2 hours
Trekking Adventure
$2365
Per person (group of 4)
$2728 per person (group of 2)
3/4★ Hotels with Dinner & Breakfast
- All entrance fees, safaris, and jeep rides are included.
- 3/4-star hotels with half board (breakfast and dinner) are covered.
- A professional trekking guide will accompany you throughout the journey.
- A multi-day mountain trek in Haputale that explores unknown routes and hidden gems.
- A guide/chauffeur are included