(Revised: Kandy Removed + Additional Time in Colombo & Negombo)
Start: Habarana
End: Colombo
Theme: Wildlife ● Heritage ● Beaches ● Relaxation

Short Tour Description

Experience the best of Sri Lanka in a carefully curated 14-day journey designed for wildlife enthusiasts, culture lovers, and beach seekers. This itinerary begins in Habarana for elephant safaris and ancient UNESCO heritage sites, continues through the misty tea highlands of Nuwara Eliya and scenic Ella, and takes you deep into the island’s top wildlife parks including Wilpattu, Yala, and Udawalawe.

With Kandy removed as requested, the itinerary now includes additional time in Colombo and Negombo—perfect for relaxation, sightseeing, food tours, and optional activities.

Travel Masters World (Pvt) Ltd ensures a smooth, personalized, and hassle-free journey from start to finish.

Tour Highlights

• Multiple Wildlife Safaris: Minneriya (Elephants), Wilpattu (rare species), Yala (Leopards), Udawalawe (Elephants).

• Ancient Wonders: Sigiriya Fortress and Polonnaruwa ruins.

• Hill Country: Nuwara Eliya tea region & the iconic Horton Plains hike.

• Scenic Views: Ella’s nature trails, Nine Arches Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak.

• Southern Beaches: Galle Fort, Bentota, Mirissa, turtle hatcheries, water sports.

• City & Coastal Relaxation: Colombo highlights, Negombo lagoon, boat rides, markets.

• Optional activities in Colombo (city walk, nightlife, food tour) & Negombo (boat ride, lagoon safari, fish market).

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY (14 DAYS)

Day 1 – Arrival → Transfer to Habarana

Airport pickup → Scenic transfer to Habarana. Relax at the hotel.
Overnight: Habarana
Hotel Options: Camellia Resort & Spa / Cinnamon Lodge / Local midrange lodge

Day 2 – Sigiriya Rock Fortress + Habarana Village Tour + Minneriya Safari

Morning climb Sigiriya — afternoon village tour — evening elephant safari.
Overnight: Habarana (same hotel)

Day 3 – Polonnaruwa Heritage Tour

Explore ancient Polonnaruwa by bicycle or vehicle.
Overnight: Habarana

Day 4 – Habarana → Nuwara Eliya (via Dambulla Cave Temple)

Visit Dambulla Cave Temple en route.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Hotel Options: Heaven Seven / Oak Ray Summer Hill Breeze / Grand Hotel (premium)

Day 5 – Nuwara Eliya → Horton Plains (World’s End)

Early visit to Horton Plains & World’s End viewpoint. Evening leisure in Nuwara Eliya.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Day 6 – Nuwara Eliya → Ella (scenic drive or train)

Optional scenic train ride. Visit Gregory Lake + tea factory.
Overnight: Ella
Hotels: Morning Dew / 98 Acres (premium) / Midrange boutique hotels

Day 7 – Ella Sightseeing

Nine Arches Bridge, Ravana Falls, Little Adam’s Peak.
Overnight: Ella

Day 8 – Ella → Tissamaharama (Tissa)

Relaxing transfer day. Optional evening bird-watching walk around Tissa Lake.
Overnight: Tissamaharama
Hotels: Local eco-lodges / midrange Tissa hotels

Day 9 – Yala National Park Safari

Early morning or afternoon leopard safari.
Overnight: Yala / Tissa
Hotels: Cinnamon Wild Yala / Safari lodges

Day 10 – Tissa → Udawalawe Safari + Elephant Transit Home

Morning or afternoon safari in Udawalawe + visit Elephant Transit Home.
Overnight: Udawalawe
Hotels: Grand Udawalawe / Elephant Trails

Day 11 – Udawalawe → Galle

Transfer to Galle. Explore Galle Fort ramparts, lighthouse & museums.
Overnight: Galle / Unawatuna
Hotels: Thaproban Beach House / Thaproban Pavilion / Fort boutique hotels

Day 12 – Galle → Bentota → Mirissa (Beach & Relaxing Day)

Turtle hatchery / water sports / beach time.
Overnight: Bentota or Mirissa
Hotels: AVANI Bentota / Cinnamon Bey / Boutique coastal hotels

Day 13 – Mirissa/Bentota → Colombo (Extended Colombo Stay)

Travel to Colombo and enjoy added free time.
Included/Optional Activities:

• Colombo City Tour

• Lotus Tower

• Galle Face Green

• Nightlife tour

• Sri Lankan street food tour
  Overnight: Colombo
  Hotels: Mandarina Colombo / Cinnamon Lakeside / Ramada

Day 14 – Colombo → Negombo (Relax & Optional Activities)

Since Kandy was removed, this day is added for lagoon/outdoor activities in Negombo.
Optional Activities:

• Negombo Lagoon Boat Safari

• Dutch Canal Tour

• Fish Market Visit

• Beach Relaxation

• Catamaran sailing
  Overnight: Negombo
  Hotels: Jetwing Sea / Goldi Sands / Local boutique hotels

Day 15 – Negombo → Airport Departure

Private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport.