BEST OF LANKA

Cover the best places of Sri Lanka within short period

A special tailor-made tour for jeepers who want to explore Sri Lanka within a short period. At the end of this tour you would say Sri Lanka, a land like no other.

Tour Highlights

Kalpitiya Peninsula
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Dambulla Cave Temple
Knuckles Mountain Range
Kandy City

Itinerary

Day 0 : Negombo (Arrival & Rest)

Arriving at Katunayake airport, you will be transferred to the hotel where you can enjoy the interesting coastal town of Negombo. As the first exercise, you will visit the fishing village and return to rest. Overnight stay in Negombo.

Day 1 : Kalpitiya

Through the populous areas of the Negombo City, you will make an easy drive towards the Northern part of the country up to Chilaw. On the way, Most of the tourists prefer seeing fish market by the sides of the road. Passing through fishing villages you might see catamarans and traditional fishermen dragging fishnets in the seashore. We have planned next activities to maximize opportunities within a brief period diverting into an undiscovered and unspoiled Kalpitiya peninsula where you will have a rest in an eco-friendly cabana with refreshments. In Kalpitiya there are seasonal optional activities available such as windsurfing, kitesurfing, snorkeling, diving, fun fishing and sea bathing. Rest at Kalpitiya overnight.

Day 2 : Sigiriya & Dambulla

Leaving Kalpitiya you will arrive at Sri Lanka’s most famous landmark, Sigiriya Rock, rising 370m above the jungle is an ancient fortress surrounded by extensive gardens. Sigiriya is world famous of its frescoes, mirror wall and lion’s paw. You will drive around the Sigiriya rock and nearby Sigiriya village. As an optional activity you can enjoy the jeep safari in Kaudulla or Minneriya National parks, and also a special elephant drive across Habarana village. As your next activity you will visit Dambulla Cave Temple which has fascinating series of caves filled with beautiful Buddhist statues and paintings. Overnight stay at hotel in Sigiriya.

Day 3 : Knuckles Mountains

From Sigiriya you will drive up to Sri Lanka’s mountainous escarpment and tea country. You will see the Knuckles mountain range rising through the sky like a clenched fist. The entire area is characterized by its striking landscapes often robed in thick layers of clouds and mist. Knuckles Conservation Forest, which is UNESCO world heritage site is considered as a super biodiversity hotspot. You will hike in the Knuckles Mountains watching nature and enjoying a bathing experience in waterfalls . Collecting plenty of lifetime memories you will stay overnight night in Knuckles’ Mountains.

Day 4 : Kandy

In Kandy you will visit first “Arthur’s seat” where you can perceive the territories beneath in the bird’s eye view including the Temple of Tooth. Most tourists prefer enjoying lunch or sip a beer nearby restaurant. Next we lead you to the Tooth Relic Temple which is supposed to be the most precious place of Buddhist people. Then you will have the opportunity to enjoy shopping in Kandy city and to walk around the Kandy lake in the evening. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 5 : Negombo / Departure

On the next day you will be heading to the city of Negombo or Airport on your choice. Along the journey, you will drive through the beautiful rubber estates and tea estates.