Day 1: Arrival & Sigiriya Visit
Morning: Arrive in Sri Lanka (Bandaranaike International Airport – CMB) and transfer to Sigiriya (approx. 4-5 hrs).
Afternoon: Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site with breathtaking views.
Evening: Relax at your hotel in Sigiriya and enjoy a local Sri Lankan dinner.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 2: Polonnaruwa Visit & Sigiriya Stay
Morning: Drive to Polonnaruwa (1.5 hrs), an ancient kingdom with well-preserved ruins, temples, and the famous Gal Vihara Buddha statues.
Afternoon: Explore the area by bicycle or tuk-tuk. Visit the Royal Palace, Vatadage, and Rankoth Vehera.
Evening: Return to Sigiriya for a relaxed evening or an optional Minneriya National Park Safari to see elephants.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 3: Kandy Visit & Stay
Morning: Drive to Kandy (approx. 2.5-3 hrs). Stop at Dambulla Cave Temple, another UNESCO site with impressive Buddha statues and murals.
Afternoon: Explore Kandy city – visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and stroll around Kandy Lake.
Evening: Enjoy a Kandyan Cultural Dance Show and explore the local market.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Day 4: Ella Visit & Stay
Morning: Take the scenic Kandy to Ella train ride (considered one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, approx. 6 hrs).
Afternoon: Arrive in Ella and visit Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam’s Peak for stunning sunset views.
Evening: Relax at a café or explore the local town.
Overnight Stay: Ella
Day 5: Yala Stay & Udawalawe Visit
Morning: Travel from Ella to Udawalawe National Park (approx. 2.5 hrs) for a morning safari, famous for elephants, leopards, and birdlife.
Afternoon: Continue to Yala National Park (approx. 2 hrs).
Evening: Relax at the hotel in Yala.
Overnight Stay: Yala
Day 6: Bentota Beach Relaxation
Morning: Drive from Yala to Bentota (approx. 4-5 hrs).
Afternoon: Relax on the beautiful beaches, try water sports, or take a Madu River Boat Safari.
Evening: Enjoy a sunset by the beach and a fresh seafood dinner.
Overnight Stay: Bentota or transfer to Colombo for departure.
Optional Additions:
If you have extra time, visit Galle Fort before heading to Bentota.
On your final day, you can explore Colombo before your flight.
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