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Sri Lanka Encompassed — Plus

14 days, Colombo to Mirissa

Map of the route for Sri Lanka Encompassed — Plus
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Itinerary

Day 1Colombo

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Day 2Colombo/Negombo

Enjoy a guided city tour of Colombo before heading to Negombo. With evening free time, explore the stunning Portuguese and Dutch architecture.

Pettah Bazaar Visit
Colombo1h-1h30m 15-20km

Visit the Pettah district of Colombo and wind your way through a series of open-air bazaars and markets. The area is home to Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, one of the oldest and most visited mosques in Colombo, and also hosts Kayman's Gate, Colombo Town Hall, and the Khan Clock Tower.

Private Vehicle
Colombo – Negombo

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Negombo/Sigiriya

Begin the day visiting the seaside and observe fisherman sorting through their haul ashore. Board a boat to glide along the Dutch canal and get a closer look at the lives of the locals. Travel to the Dambulla province and visit the cave temple before watching the sun set over the lake.

Travel through the countryside to Sigiriya in Dambulla, the central province of Sri Lanka. Visit the the World Heritage Site of the Golden Cave Temple of Dambulla.

In the evening, try to catch a beautiful sunset over the Kandalamma Lake.

Private Vehicle
Negombo – Sigiriya4h30m156km

Negombo - Sigiriya

Dambulla Cave Temple Visit
Sigiriya1h-1h30m

Visit the ancient Dambulla cave temples at one of the most well-preserved temple and cave sites in Sri Lanka. See Buddhist mural paintings that line the walls of the seventh-century caves as well as a collection of hundreds of statues of Buddha in different poses.

Fishing Village Walking Tour
Negombo1h-1h30m 7-10km

Take a walking tour of a fishing village. There's no better way to learn about the life of the locals than to head to the sea to take in the action. Watch the fishermen bring their boats to shore, clean their nets, dry the fish, and sell to waiting buyers.

Dutch Canal Boat Ride
Negombo1h30m-2h 5-8km

Get a closer look at daily life while cruising calmly along the Dutch canal, one of many canals in the city linking estuaries and lagoons together. Watch as Negombo's residents collect coconuts, and keep an eye out for the multitude of bird species in the area.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Sigiriya

Guided tour of the rock fortress of Sigiriya — a World Heritage site. Meet locals and share a meal in a nearby village.

Enjoy a walking tour of a local village to learn about residents' way of life while getting a chance to try the local cuisine at a lunch prepared by the families of the community. Later, visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Built in the fifth century, this rock fortress boasts well-laid out gardens, caves, monasteries, and palaces with beautiful wall motifs.

In the afternoon, opt to go for a tour of Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka, where you can cycle through the ruins.

Sri Lanka Village Tour
Sigiriya1h30m-2h 10-15km

Wander through a typical Sri Lankan village to learn more about its residents and their way of life. Enjoy some local cuisine prepared by the families of the town and get a chance to interact with the community.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit
Sigiriya2h-3h 15-20km

Be mesmerized by this rock fortress, which captivates every visitor with its well-laid out gardens, caves, monasteries, and palaces adorned with beautiful wall motifs. Start at the water gardens and climb more than 1,200 steps to reach the top. Pass caves with frescoes and boulders to find the ruins of a palace on the flat surface of the old volcanic magma rock. The rock rests 370m (1,213 ft) above sea level with a shear drop on all sides.

Free Time
Sigiriya Evening

Head out and explore.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 5Sigiriya/Kandy

Drive through the Knuckles Mountain Range and visit a spice plantation en route to Kandy. Stop for lunch at G Adventures supported-Sthree Craft Shop and Cafe. Take a guided visit to the famous Temple of the Tooth.

En route to Kandy, stop at the herbal centre of spices. Students of Ayurveda will explain different uses for each herb.

Arrive to Kandy in the afternoon. Go for a stroll around Kandy Lake and visit the famed Temple of the Tooth. Enjoy an included lunch at G Adventures supported-Sthree Craft Shop and Cafe. In the evening, opt to attend a Kandyan Cultural Dance.

Private Vehicle
Sigiriya – Kandy3h139km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Spice Plantation Tour
Kandy1h-1h30m Morning

Visit the herbal centre of spices for an interactive session with students of Ayurveda. Learn all about the medicinal uses of various herbs used by the people of Sri Lanka in their massages and treatments.

Kandy Orientation Walk
Kandy1h-1h30m 3-5km

Walk through the city and around Kandy Lake to get a better feel for the place.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Tour
Kandy1h 1km

Enjoy a tour of the Temple of the Tooth, which houses an important relic – a tooth of Lord Buddha kept in a well-preserved golden casket. Learn about the importance of this site from local guides.

Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Sthree Craft Shop and Café

Stop for a delicious traditional Sri Lankan lunch prepared by Sthree Craft Shop and Café. This social enterprise offers opportunities for local women and youth living with disabilities, through handicraft and hospitality training.

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Optional Activities - Day 5 HideShow

Kandyan Cultural Dance
Kandy45m-1h 1-3km
5-8USD per person

Be swept away by an entertaining performance that will provide insight into the local culture in Kandy.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 6Kandy/Digana

Enjoy a free morning in Kandy then travel to Digana. Arrive for lunch before embarking on a guided village walk. Stop at the home of a jewellery maker who handcrafts delicate Kandyan jewellery, and the cottage of a local incense maker.

Free Time
Kandy Full Day

Head out and explore.

Private Vehicle
Kandy – Digana1h-1h30m25km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Digana Guided Village Walk
Digana

Get a crash course in local life with a village walk through Digana. Learn about some of the essential local industries and meet with local families, going about their daily routines. Visit their humble abodes to learn about their way of life before enjoying a traditional herbal drink.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7Digana/Nuwara Eliya

Enjoy a free morning of exploration before transferring to Nuwara Eliya. In the afternoon, explore a traditional tea plantation in the central highlands. Gain insight into the process of growing tea and its effect on the Ceylon region.

Nuwara Eliya, also known as 'Little England', offers a lot of options for visitors. Explore the nature trails, visit the plantations, or go golfing or horseback riding.

Private Vehicle
Digana – Kandy

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Private Vehicle
Kandy – Nuwara Eliya3h80km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Tea Plantation Visit
Nuwara Eliya1h-1h30m 26km

The town of Nuwara Eliya produces the finest Orange Pekoe Ceylon tea, and is inhabited mainly by tea planters and plantation workers. Pay a visit to one of the factories to learn all about tea production.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 8Nuwara Eliya/Ella

Spend a free morning hiking in the Horton Plains Nature Reserve or strolling local markets. Later, travel to Ella.

Use free time to explore the area. Opt to stay close to the city, wandering local markets or head further afield. There's a 9km (6 mi) trek in the Horton Plains Nature Reserve. Wander around Victoria Lake and take in the views.

Free Time
Nuwara Eliya Morning

With so much to see and do, don't waste a minute.

Private Vehicle
Nuwara Eliya – Ella1h30m-2h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time
Ella Evening

Get to know Ella with some free time this evening.

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Optional Activities - Day 8 HideShow

Horton Plains Trek
Horton Plains Nature Reserve – Negombo4h-4h30m 9km
60-70USD per person

Get close to nature and stunning scenery on this Horton Plains Trek. Hike 9km (6 mi) into the Horton Plains and walk through the clouds to discover a majestic drop that provides amazing views over the plains into the sea.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 9Ella

Enjoy a free day in the charming town of Ella. Opt to tour the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, admire views of Ella Rock, or simply relax and wander around town.

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Optional Activities - Day 9 HideShow

Demodara Nine Arch Bridge
Ella

The iconic Nine Arch Bridge made of stone and cement is a viaduct connecting Ella and Demodara train stations. Don't look down, this 100 year old bridge, also referred to as the "Nine Skies Bridge", can be found almost 3100 feet above sea level. With train service still operating, check the train schedule and be sure to catch a glimpse of the bridge in action!

Badulla City Tour
Badulla

Explore the provincial capital on a city tour. Enjoy visits to St Mark's Church, the Hindu Kataragame Devale, and Buddhist Muthiyagana Vihara, along the way.

Dunhinda Falls Excursion
Badulla

Trek to the picturesque Dunhinda Falls, located just outside the town of Badulla. Stop to relax and enjoy the view of this impressive, 64m-high (210 ft) waterfall.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 10Ella/Yala National Park

Opt to hike Little Adam's Peak with a free morning. In the afternoon, travel to Yala National Park and enjoy a safari.

Private Vehicle
Ella – Yala National Park2h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time
Ella Morning

Experience more of hill country with a free morning. Opt to shop or trek to Little Adam' Peak.

Yala National Park Safari
Yala National Park5h-6h 60km

Head out on a safari in Yala National Park. Keep an eye out for leopards, elephants, jackals, sloth bears, sambars, spotted deer, crocodiles, and more than 200 bird species. Learn about its diverse wildlife and the history of the park.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 11Yala National Park to Mirissa

Enjoy one last morning visiting Yala NP then bid farewell and travel south to idyllic Mirissa Beach.

Private Vehicle
Yala National Park – Mirissa3h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

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Optional Activities - Day 11 HideShow

Yala National Park Safari
Yala National Park5h-6h 60km
60-70USD per person

Head out on a safari in Yala National Park. Keep an eye out for leopards, elephants, jackals, sloth bears, sambars, spotted deer, crocodiles, and more than 200 bird species. Learn about its diverse wildlife and the history of the park.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 12Galle

Take a day trip to Galle and tour the colonial city and historic fort before returning to Mirissa.

Private Vehicle
Mirissa – Galle1h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Private Vehicle
Galle – Mirissa1h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Galle Fort and City Tour
Galle

Visit the Galle Fort, a 16th-century fort first built by the Portuguese, and later occupied by the Dutch. The ramparts are still standing even after being battered by Mother Nature, including the 2004 tsunami. Explore more of the beautiful capital, taking in the Dutch architecture and lively atmosphere. The Dutch Hospital shopping complex is a great place to scoop up some souvenirs.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 13Mirissa

Enjoy a free day in peaceful Mirissa. Opt to relax on the beach or take a surfing lesson.

Free Time
Mirissa Full Day

Kick back and relax on the beach or give surfing a try.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 14Mirissa

Depart at any time.

The Colombo airport can be reached by private taxi or bus. Your CEO can help you arrange a transfer.

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Meals included:

Breakfast

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