Transfer from the airport to Negombo, one of Sri Lanka's popular beach destinations.
Negombo offers a relaxed introduction to Sri Lanka, with beaches, restaurants and bars located close to the hotel.
Check-in is available from 2:00 PM.

Drive to Wilpattu National Park and enjoy a wildlife game drive.
Wilpattu is Sri Lanka's largest national park and is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, crocodiles, water buffalo and many species of birds. With luck, you may also spot a leopard or sloth bear.

Visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka's most important ancient capitals.
Anuradhapura flourished from the 5th century BC to the 10th century AD and contains numerous historic monuments and religious sites.
Continue to Mihintale, an important Buddhist site traditionally associated with the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka.

Enjoy a wildlife game drive at Minneriya National Park.
Depending on the location of the elephants, the safari may instead take place at nearby Hurulu Oya National Park or Kaudulla National Park.
Alternative safari supplement: £35 per person.
Later, climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka's most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The ancient rock fortress rises approximately 650 feet above the surrounding landscape and features water gardens, frescoes, the Mirror Wall and the famous Lion's Paws. From the summit, enjoy panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.

Enjoy a scenic bike ride through rice paddy fields and traditional villages, travelling along quiet back roads and experiencing everyday Sri Lankan life.
The route follows an irrigation channel rich in birdlife and wildlife, where you may see monitor lizards, chameleons and mongooses.
Enjoy refreshments including King Coconut, followed by lunch at a local farmer's house.

Visit the magnificent Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 1st century BC.
The temple complex consists of five caves containing approximately 200 statues of Lord Buddha and extensive religious artwork.
Continue to Kandy, the last indigenous royal capital of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On the way, visit a spice garden to learn about Sri Lankan spices, cultivation and traditional Ayurvedic medicine.

Enjoy a peaceful walk of approximately two hours through Udawattakele Nature Reserve, an area of forest located close to Kandy.
Continue with a guided visit to the Garrison Cemetery.
In Kandy, visit a Hindu temple and St. Paul's Church. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before experiencing a traditional Kandy cultural show later in the day.

Visit the famous Temple of the Tooth, one of Sri Lanka's most important Buddhist temples and home to the sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha.
The visit takes place during a ceremony, providing an opportunity to experience the atmosphere of this important religious site.
Later, take a leisurely walk through the Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, with highlights including the Orchid House, Palm Avenue and bamboo collections.
Enjoy free time for relaxing or shopping. You may visit the local market, silk shops or a gem museum.

Travel through the tea plantations to Kitulgala, a peaceful village surrounded by dense evergreen rainforest and situated beside the Kelani River.
Enjoy a jungle walk through the surrounding hills and rainforest vegetation before crossing a suspension bridge to the local village.
Choose between:

• Flat-water rafting — Grade 1
• White-water rafting — Grade 3

White-water rafting is an optional excursion at £20 per person.

Travel through Sri Lanka's spectacular central highlands to Nuwara Eliya, often known as “Little England”.
The journey passes through thousands of acres of tea plantations, with opportunities to see tea pickers and waterfalls along the way.
Visit a tea factory to learn how Sri Lankan tea is produced.
Continue with a city tour of Nuwara Eliya, visiting highlights including the racecourse, Hill Club and Gregory's Lake. The city is known for its colonial architecture and cool highland climate.

Explore Horton Plains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Walk through the high-altitude cloud forest to World's End and Baker's Falls. On a clear day, the viewpoint offers dramatic views towards the lower plains and coastline.
Later, take a scenic train journey from Pattipola to Bandarawela, travelling through the spectacular tea-growing hills.

Visit Ella Gap and hike to Little Adam's Peak.
The walk takes you through tea plantations and leads to panoramic views across the valley towards the southern plains.
Continue to the south coast and Unawatuna, where you can relax on beautiful golden-sand beaches surrounded by coconut palms.

Enjoy a free day on the south coast.
Relax at the beach or enjoy the surroundings at your own pace.

Enjoy optional whale watching from Mirissa.
Whale watching is available between November and April. Blue whales are commonly sighted, with opportunities to see dolphins and seasonal sperm whales.
Optional excursion: £45 per person.
Continue to Galle Dutch Fort, a historic coastal fortress originally built in 1589. Explore attractions including the museum, Dutch Church, lighthouse, clock tower and cricket ground.
Continue to Colombo via the expressway.

Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Weekly departures — minimum two people.