8-Day Historical and Wildlife Tour in Cultural Triangle

Day 1: Airport - Colombo

1. Negombo
   30m
   After arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo. Spend the first day relaxing and enjoying the hotel amenities, with an overnight stay at the hotel

Day 2: Negombo - Anuradapura

1. Wilpattu National Park
   9h
   Wilpattu is Sri Lanka’s largest and oldest national park, famous for its natural lakes called “Willus”. It is home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, deer, crocodiles, and over 200 species of birds. The park offers a peaceful safari experience away from crowds, perfect for wildlife spotting and photography.

Day 3: Anuradhapura - Anuradhapura

1. Anuradhapura Ancient City
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals, famous for its well-preserved ruins of palaces, monasteries, and stupas. Visitors can explore sacred sites like Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, and Thuparamaya, experiencing the rich history, culture, and Buddhist heritage of the island.

Day 4: Anuradhapura - Sigiriya

1. Sigiriya Lion Rock
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Sigiriya, also known as Lion Rock, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks. This ancient rock fortress rises dramatically from the jungle and features frescos, water gardens, and the famous lion’s gateway. Visitors can climb to the summit for panoramic views and explore the fascinating archaeological remains of King Kassapa’s palace.
2. Hiriwadunna
   2h
   Hiriwadunna is a traditional Sri Lankan village near Sigiriya, offering an authentic cultural experience. Visitors can enjoy bullock cart rides, canoe trips, and village walks, and see local farming, traditional cooking, and rural life. This tour provides a hands-on experience of Sri Lankan village culture and daily life.

Day 5: Sigiriya - Kandy

1. Dambulla Cave Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   The Dambulla Cave Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. It features over 150 Buddha statues, colorful murals, and intricate carvings dating back over 2,000 years. Perched on a rock, the temple offers spiritual significance and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
2. Matale Herbal and Spice Garden
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Matale Spice Garden is a lush garden showcasing Sri Lanka’s famous spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, nutmeg, and cloves. Visitors can see, smell, and touch the spices, learn about their medicinal and culinary uses, and experience traditional spice cultivation and processing techniques.
3. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
   1h · Admission ticket included
   The Sacred Tooth Temple in Kandy is one of Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist sites, housing a relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth. The temple features ornate architecture, golden interiors, and daily rituals, and is a focal point of devotion, especially during the Esala Perahera festival. Visitors can experience spiritual traditions, cultural heritage, and historical significance
4. 1h · Admission ticket included
   The Ehelepola Wax Museum in Kandy showcases life-size wax figures of prominent Sri Lankan historical figures, including kings, queens, and cultural icons. The museum provides a visual journey through Sri Lanka’s history, highlighting politics, heritage, and notable personalities in an engaging and educational way.
5. Y.M.B.A
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy an evening cultural performance in Kandy featuring traditional Sri Lankan dance and music, including Kandyan drumming, fire dances, and folk performances. This vibrant show showcases the rich heritage and artistic traditions of Sri Lanka and is a great way to experience local culture after sightseeing.

Day 6: Kandy - Nuwaraeliya

1. Ramboda Waterfall
   30m
   Ramboda Waterfalls is one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic waterfalls, located along the Kandy–Nuwara Eliya road. Surrounded by lush greenery and misty hills, the waterfall cascades in multiple tiers, creating a refreshing and picturesque stop. Visitors can enjoy photo opportunities, short walks, and the cool mountain climate, making it a popular halt during hill-country journeys.
2. Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
   1h
   The Bhakta Hanuman Temple, located near Ramboda in the hill country, is an important site on the Ramayana Trail of Sri Lanka. According to legend, Lord Hanuman rested and worshipped here while searching for Princess Seetha. The temple is set against a scenic mountain backdrop and features a towering Hanuman statue, making it a peaceful place for prayer, devotion, and spiritual reflection.
3. Divurumpola
   1h
   Divurumpola, located in Welimada, is a sacred site closely connected to the Ramayana. According to legend, this is the place where Princess Seetha underwent the Agni Pariksha (trial by fire) to prove her purity after being reunited with Lord Rama.
   
   The name Divurumpola means “the place of oath”, referring to Seetha’s vow of purity. It is believed that she emerged unharmed from the fire, symbolizing truth, faith, and righteousness.

Day 7: Nuwaraeliya - Yala

1. Yala National Park
   9h
   Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve, known for having one of the highest densities of leopards in the world. The park is home to elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, deer, wild boar, and a wide variety of bird species. A jeep safari through Yala offers exciting wildlife encounters amid forests, grasslands, lagoons, and rocky landscapes, making it a highlight for nature and wildlife lovers.

Day 8: Yala - Colombo

1. 4h
   At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.

Pickup details

Hotel pickup is available from most of the centrally located hotels in Colombo, Mount Lavinia and Negombo.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
• Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult
• Children must be accompanied by an adult