Negombo to Anuradhapura, approximately 3.5 hrs. Afternoon guided visit to Anuradhapura Sacred City, including Sri Maha Bodhi and Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba. Overnight in Anuradhapura.

Morning visit to Mihintale, one of Sri Lanka’s most meaningful Buddhist heritage sites, with guests briefed that the full summit involves approximately 1,840 steps and lower terraces are available as a softer option. Afternoon continues in Anuradhapura with Abhayagiri Monastery or Isurumuniya Rock Temple. Overnight in Anuradhapura.

Anuradhapura to Sigiriya, approximately 1.5 to 2 hrs. Afternoon at leisure by the pool or an optional village walk. Overnight in Sigiriya.

Early climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, ideally from around 5.30am. Afternoon Polonnaruwa Ancient City visit, with a private vehicle tour offered instead of cycling for older travellers on this long, active day. Overnight in Sigiriya.

Visit Dambulla Cave Temple en route to Kandy. Evening visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Overnight in Kandy.

Morning visit to Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. Afternoon guided storytelling experience around Kandy’s royal history and market life. Overnight in Kandy.

Kandy to Hatton, approximately 3 hrs. Check in to a colonial tea bungalow, with premium properties booked 8 to 10 weeks ahead in peak season and bed configuration confirmed in writing. Afternoon tea estate walk and tasting. Overnight in Hatton.

Morning tea plucking with estate workers and a factory visit. Private estate picnic or high tea-style experience. Overnight in Hatton.

Hatton to Ella by scenic rail or road-rail combination, approximately 4 hrs, with observation carriage seats booked in advance. Overnight in Ella.

Morning visit to Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak, with the train-crossing time confirmed with your guide the night before. Afternoon Elephant Transit Home visit or a slow wildlife observation safari in Udawalawe. An optional Yala extension can be offered here for leopard-focused travellers. Overnight near Udawalawe.

Morning at leisure or an optional second safari. Continue to Tangalle for a quiet south coast stay. For May to October travel, rough sea conditions are flagged and Pasikudah offered as an alternative. Overnight in Tangalle.

Morning slow coast time with an optional Hiriketiya visit or Mulkirigala Rock Temple. Continue to Galle Fort for an evening ramparts walk. Overnight in Galle.

Morning guided heritage walk through Galle Fort. Transfer to Colombo or Bandaranaike International Airport. Departure.