Fascinating Sri Lanka tour in 11 days
Negombo to Beruwala
Duration
11 Days
Tour Type
Ecotourism
Location
Sri Lanka
Overview
This 11-day tour itinerary takes you on a journey through Sri Lanka's ancient cities, lush green hills, stunning beaches, and charming coastal towns. Starting from Negombo, this tour takes you to Polonnaruwa, where you will explore Sri Lanka's cultural heritage, including ancient temples and ruins. Next, venture into the hill country to the picturesque town of Kandy, known for its breathtaking scenery, rich cultural history, and more ancient temples.
From Kandy, the tour takes you on a scenic train ride to Ella, where you will marvel at the stunning views of mountains, tea plantations, and waterfalls. After a relaxing stay in Ella, it's time to hit the coast and head to Mirissa, a laid-back town with beautiful beaches and turquoise waters. Here, you can unwind, enjoy the serenity, and indulge in water sports activities.
From Mirissa, you will visit the historic city of Galle, known for its 17th-century Dutch fort, colorful streets, and charming cafes. Continue your journey along the coastal belt to Ahungala, to explore the wildlife and nature reserves. Finally, end your tour in Beruwala, where you can bask in the beauty of the golden sandy beaches, get a glimpse of village life.
Included/Excluded
4 star accommodation hotel. All rooms are air-conditioned. Hotel breakfast & dinner are included. We will send you full hotel information after your booking is completed.
English-speaking chauffeur guide We Do Offer German, French, Spanish Arabic on special request ( with an additional charge)
Breakfast Dinner This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request. Simply let Apple Vacations Pvt Ltd know the food option that you prefer.
Water bottles Seasonal fruits Local Beer (Beer will not be served by any hotel and restaurant on Poya days (full moon) King Coconut (Subjet avalibility)
Air conditioned vehicle Car or Mini Van
International flights are not included
Insurance is not included
Travel insurance ETA Visa Recommendation
Personal Expenses Entrance Ticket Meal Other than specified Lunch Dec 24th night & Dec 31st night Supplements (peak season additional charge) need to pay directly to hotel as per hotel.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Negombo
Day 1
Arrival in Negombo
You'll arrive by flight and meet your English-speaking chauffeur guide for the transfer to your hotel in Negombo. After checking in, head out to Muthrajawela wetland to see various bird species, then take a boat ride down the historic Dutch canal lined with coconut trees. Dinner happens at your hotel.
Day 2
Negombo to Dambulla via Dambadeniya and Panduwasnuwara
Day 2
Negombo to Dambulla via Dambadeniya and Panduwasnuwara
Following breakfast, you'll transfer to Dambulla with stops at two historic ancient capitals. The first stop is Dambadeniya, built by King Vijayabahu III, and then Panduwasnuwara, built by King Vijayabahu I, where you'll walk through ruins including palaces, temples, and marketplaces. You'll stay overnight in Dambulla with dinner at your hotel.
Day 3
Dambulla to Polonnaruwa and Habarana Cultural Show
Day 3
Dambulla to Polonnaruwa and Habarana Cultural Show
Breakfast at your hotel kicks off the day before you head to Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka's medieval capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll tour the ancient temples, palaces, and stupas throughout the day. By evening, you'll travel to Habarana to watch a traditional Sri Lankan cultural dance performance with authentic dance genres and stories, then return to Dambulla for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4
Dambulla to Kandy via Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and Village Tour
Day 4
Dambulla to Kandy via Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and Village Tour
After breakfast, you'll travel toward Kandy with several stops along the way. First comes Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see the ancient frescoes and water features. Then you'll stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple with over 150 Buddha statues and intricate murals. A village tour follows with bull cart rides, canoe rides, and a tuk-tuk safari that includes local cuisine. You arrive in Kandy for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5
Kandy City Tour
Day 5
Kandy City Tour
After breakfast in Kandy, you'll explore the major attractions starting with the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred Buddhist temples housing Lord Buddha's tooth relic. Walk around Kandy Lake, a man-made lake built by the last Kandyan king with scenic paths and parks surrounding it. Head to Kandy View Point for panoramic city views at sunset, then explore Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden with orchids, palm trees, and medicinal herbs. Return for dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 6
Kandy to Ella via Tea Plantations and Train
Day 6
Kandy to Ella via Tea Plantations and Train
You'll leave Kandy for Ella in the hill country following breakfast. Stops include a Hindu temple to learn about the region's cultural diversity, then a tea factory and plantation where you'll learn about Ceylon tea production and sample different teas. Next you'll see Ramboda Waterfalls, a 109-meter cascade surrounded by forests and tea plantations, and Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya for a peaceful walk. The scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella takes you through mountains and valleys before arriving in Ella for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7
Ella Sightseeing
Day 7
Ella Sightseeing
Breakfast at your hotel starts the day exploring Ella's highlights. The Nine Arch Bridge, a historic colonial-era railway bridge, comes first, followed by a hike up Little Adam's Peak through tea plantations and forests with views from the summit. You'll visit Ravana Falls, a 3-tier cascading waterfall that changes seasonally, and Ravana Cave with its connections to Hindu mythology. Return to Ella for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8
Ella to Mirissa via Udawalawe National Park
Day 8
Ella to Mirissa via Udawalawe National Park
After breakfast, you'll leave Ella heading for the beach town of Mirissa. Along the way you'll stop at Udawalawe National Park, a wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka's dry zone with elephants, sloth bears, spotted deer, sambar deer, and wild boar. The park has over 150 bird species and you can explore on foot or by car safari. You arrive in Mirissa for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9
Mirissa Whale Watching and Galle Fort Tour
Day 9
Mirissa Whale Watching and Galle Fort Tour
Following breakfast, you'll head out on a whale-watching boat excursion off Mirissa to spot whales, dolphins, and other sea creatures in Sri Lankan waters. Later you'll travel to Galle, a historic city on the southern coast, and tour the Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and expanded by the Dutch in the 17th. You'll see colonial-era structures including the lighthouse and Dutch Reformed Church, then visit Jungle Beach near Galle for swimming and snorkeling. Return to Mirissa for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10
Mirissa to Ahungala via Madu River and Turtle Hatchery
Day 10
Mirissa to Ahungala via Madu River and Turtle Hatchery
After breakfast, you'll travel toward Ahungala with several stops. A Madu River boat safari lets you spot crocodiles and monkeys, and you'll visit Cinnamon Island to see how cinnamon is harvested and processed. At a turtle hatchery, you'll observe baby turtles, learn about conservation efforts, and have the chance to release baby turtles into the ocean. The Masque Museum in Ambalangoda follows, showing traditional Sri Lankan masks used in dance and theater. You arrive in Ahungala for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 11
Ahungala to Lunuganga and Beruwala Departure
Day 11
Ahungala to Lunuganga and Beruwala Departure
Following breakfast, you'll visit Lunuganga, the former home of renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. Tour the property's gardens and museum, now open to the public, and see the architecture and design of the home. After your tour, you'll be dropped off at Beruwala.
Travel Styles
Cultural
Nature & Adventure
Marine
Independent
Activities
Festival & Events
Facilities
Wifi
FAQs
Meals?
10x Breakfast
10x Dinner at hotel
Included Activities?
Day 1:
Explore Muthrajawela wetland and bird watching;
Boat ride down Dutch canal;
Day 2:
Visit ruins of Dambadeniya;
Visit ruins of Panduwasnuwara;
Day 3:
Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Polonnaruwa;
Explore ancient temples, palaces, and stupas;
Evening Cultural Dance Show in Habarana;
Day 4:
Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress;
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple;
Village tour including bull cart ride;
Canoe ride;
Tuk-tuk safari;
Sample local cuisine during village tour;
Day 5:
Visit Temple of the Tooth;
Visit Kandy Lake;
Visit Kandy View Point;
Explore Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden;
Day 6:
Visit Hindu temple;
Visit tea factory and plantation;
Visit Ramboda Waterfalls;
Visit Gregory Lake;
Train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella;
Day 7:
Visit Nine Arch Bridge;
Hike Little Adam's Peak;
Visit Ravana Falls;
Visit Ravana Cave;
Day 8:
Visit Udawalawe National Park;
Wildlife viewing and bird-watching;
Day 9:
Whale-watching excursion in Mirissa;
Visit Galle Dutch Fort;
Visit Jungle Beach;
Day 10:
Madu River boat safari;
Cinnamon Island visit and cinnamon processing demonstration;
Turtle hatchery visit;
Release baby turtles into ocean;
Visit Masque Museum in Ambalangoda;
Day 11:
Tour Lunuganga gardens and museum;
Explore Geoffrey Bawa's former home architecture;
Optional Activities?
Day 5:
Boat ride on Kandy Lake;
Tuk-tuk to Kandy View Point;
Day 6:
Swim in natural pool at base of Ramboda Waterfalls;
Scenic hike around Ramboda Waterfalls;
Boat trip on Gregory Lake;
Stroll around Gregory Lake;
Day 7: View Nine Arch Bridge from nearby railway station;
Day 8:
Foot safari in Udawalawe National Park;
Car safari in Udawalawe National Park;
Day 9:
Snorkeling at Jungle Beach;
Swimming at Jungle Beach;
Landmarks?
Day 1:
Muthrajawela;
Dutch canal;
Day 2:
Dambadeniya;
Panduwasnuwara;
Day 3:
Polonnaruwa;
Habarana;
Day 4:
Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress;
Dambulla Cave Temple;
Day 5:
Temple of the Tooth;
Kandy Lake;
Kandy View Point;
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden;
Day 6:
Ramboda Waterfalls;
Gregory Lake;
Day 7:
Nine Arch Bridge;
Little Adam's Peak;
Ravana Falls;
Ravana Cave;
Day 8: Udawalawe National Park;
Day 9:
Galle Dutch Fort;
Jungle Beach;
Day 10:
Madu River;
Cinnamon Island;
Masque Museum;
Day 11: Lunuganga.
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