Northern Heritage & East Coast Wonders
A 14-Day northern & east coast expedition: Wilpattu National Park safari, sacred Anuradhapura stupas, Trincomalee beaches, Horton Plains World's End hike, and Galle Fort.
14-Day Expedition Narrative
Capital Welcome
Arrive at CMB Airport. Chauffeur reception & transfer to Colombo for an evening city tour & bazaar walk. Overnight in Colombo.
Munneswaram Temple & Wilpattu Safari
Visit Munneswaram Kovil en route to Wilpattu National Park. Afternoon 4x4 safari through Wilpattu’s natural villu lakes. Proceed to Anuradhapura. Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Ancient Stupas & Sri Maha Bodhi Tree
Tour Ruwanwelisaya, Jetavanaramaya, and Sri Maha Bodhi, the oldest historically documented tree in the world. Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Mihintale Sanctuary & East Coast Beaches
Visit Mihintale cradle of Buddhism before driving to Trincomalee on the East Coast. Overnight in Trincomalee.
Koneswaram Temple & Pigeon Island
Explore Koneswaram Temple on Swami Rock cliff and relax on Nilaveli beach / Pigeon Island snorkeling. Overnight in Trincomalee.
Minneriya Elephants & Sigiriya Lion's Rock
Afternoon Minneriya elephant safari (Day 6) and sunrise climb of Sigiriya Lion's Rock + Polonnaruwa ancient city tour (Day 7). Overnight in Sigiriya.
Highland Tea Estates & World's End Hike
Kandy Tooth Temple puja (Day 8), tea plantation tasting in Nuwara Eliya (Day 9), and early morning Horton Plains World’s End precipice trek (Day 10). Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Nine Arch Bridge, Galle Fort & Beach Departure
Nine Arch Bridge in Ella (Day 11), Ravana Falls & Galle Dutch Fort (Day 12), Bentota river resort relaxation (Day 13), and Airport transfer (Day 14).
Itinerary Summary
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Route: Wilpattu, Anuradhapura, Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Kandy, Horton Plains, Galle
Pricing: Custom Quote (On Request)