All packed and ready to go? Woop woop! It’s time to leave all those worries behind and head to the airport. We’ll be waiting for you at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) with a sign with your name on it. Like all our other group tours, the first day is all about settling in and finding your bearings. We suggest arriving in the middle of the day to give you time to freshen up, soak up the sun around the pool or just catch up on some sleep. This evening, we’ll head out for dinner and drinks at one of our favourite spots!

🥢 Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

We start all our trips with a relaxed welcome chat where our team will answer any questions and set the expectations for the trip ahead. After breakfast, we'll hop in tuk-tuks and explore the local markets. We soon bid farewell to Negombo and head towards the Golden Cave Temple in Dambulla, where we learn about the cultural significance of this sacred temple that has been hand-carved into the face of the rock. We finish the day by heading to our super comfortable accommodation, ready for a sunset dip in the swimming pool… just magical!

🥢 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

We begin the day by climbing the iconic Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, taking in some of the most incredible views from the top. Then, we make our way to Sri Lanka's largest produce market before enjoying lunch and heading to our hotel for a relaxed afternoon by the pool. We conclude the day with a secret local evening experience… shhh, don’t tell anyone 🤫

🥢 Meals included: Breakfast

We begin the day with a leisurely morning and bid farewell to Dambulla as we welcome Kandy. Home to the Temple of the Tooth and the giant white Buddha, Kandy holds significant cultural and historical importance within the heritage of Sri Lanka. We visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site during the evening ceremony before heading out for dinner and drinks at one of our favourite spots overlooking the lake.

🥢 Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Rise and shine... It's time to hit the road as we head up through the mountains and surround ourselves with endless tea plantations. We'll be learning to pick, brew, and enjoy some of Sri Lanka's finest tea. Then, we'll board one of the world's 'most scenic train journeys' as we travel to the chilled town of Ella. Once we arrive, we'll get checked in and head into town for a night out, such vibe!!

🥢 Meals included: Breakfast

Today, we'll start by soaking up the laid-back vibes of Ella with some free time for brunch or simply sleeping in. In the late morning, we'll put on our trainers and embark on an easy to moderate hike to the summit of Little Adam's Peak. We'll be greeted by 360° views of the famous gorge known as Ella Gap. Did you capture the shot? Well, don't put the camera away, our next destination is the iconic 9 arches bridge. You should expect to have some free time today to wander, shop, or perhaps arrange an Ayurvedic Massage.

 🥢 Meals included: Breakfast
If yesterday's hike wasn’t enough, join us as we tackle Ella Rock at the crack of dawn for those that want. This adventurous trail is much more natural and challenging, but you’ll feel that sense of achievement when you reach the top. After descending the mountain, we head south towards Udawalawe where we spend the night in glamping-style bungalows in the National Park.

 🥢 Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
For most, today is the day you've been waiting for... we'll cruise the national park in search of elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, buffalo, and maybe even leopards. After filling your hearts with love, it's time to head to the salty shores of Hiriketiya for a laid-back afternoon on the beach. Tonight, we'll indulge in some of the best Rice ‘N’ Curry in Sri Lanka!

🥢 Meals Included: Breakfast
We'll take a visit to the iconic stilt fishermen of the South Coast, an incredible opportunity to witness one of Sri Lanka’s most unique and traditional practices up close. Afterward, there’s plenty of free time for shopping, chilling, or exploring. Later, we’ll kick off a night to remember at the legendary spot – ‘The Doctors House’. It’s time to put on that party shirt and grab yourself an icy cold mango daiquiri.

 🥢 Meals included: Breakfast & lunch
We’ll start the day with a visit to the iconic Coconut Tree Hill before making our way down the coast to Unawatuna via Ahangama. As the sun begins to set, we’ll head to Dalawella Beach to hopefully spot some giant sea turtles cruising the shallows. Leaving without introducing you to Galle? No chance! Let’s wander the quirky streets of the Dutch Fortress, grab those last-minute souvenirs, and watch the locals playing cricket. It’s the perfect place to enjoy our final evening together and end an epic trip with dinner and drinks!

 🥢 Meals included: Breakfast
It’s not going to be easy, but today is checkout day and the time to bid farewell after an incredible 12 days. I'm sure you'll be reminiscing over breakfast and trying to piece all those happy emotions together before you set off on your journey home or to your next destination. Just like when you arrived, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is where you’ll be aiming to fly out. We suggest leaving around lunchtime at the earliest to give you a more relaxed departure. The final day doesn’t have any plans, so you can leave anytime that works best for you!

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