This tour encompasses much of the island - taking in the ancient cities, the hill country and a beach stay. Transport is with your own chauffeur-guide in a luxury SUV, who will remain with you for the entire tour. The hotels are
all fantastic, laid back, low key and unpretentious. We tend towards the smaller character hotels as believe Sri Lanka does them best, but if there are other places you would like to visit then we would be happy to adapt this
to suit.
Highlights include:
Bumping along in a private jeep in the less explored national park of Uda Walawe Trying your hand at cooking in the rural countryside of the cultural triangle Walking up little Adam’s peak
for the jaw dropping view of Ella gap relaxing for a few days on the sweeping bay of Unawatuna with lots of local places to eat out.
Day 01 & 02
Arriving & getting ready
You will be warmly welcome by our airport representative and will direct you to your
very own chauffeur to transfer to your accommodation in rural Gampaha. This lovely boutique hotel provides the perfect place to relax and get into the Sri Lankan pace of life. You will have one full day to explore the coconut
estate, take part in bird watching or we will provide some bikes to explore the countryside and villages.
Day 03 to 07
Cultural triangle
After breakfast set off to Anuradhapura, and check in to your hotel on. After a short rest, visit
the sacred ancient city of Anuradhapura founded in the 04th century B.C and named as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1982. It has the largest number of ancient monuments of the great Sinhala civilisation which flourished
in this region. You will see some of the most famous as well as the tallest Stupas of Sri Lanka and the Ruins of ancient royal palaces. Another amazing site would be the "Sri Maha Bodhi" or the sacred Bo tree which is over
2200 years old, grown from a branch of the very tree under which "The Buddha" attained enlightenment; it is also the oldest historically documented tree in the world. Then after Visit the majestic ancient city of Polonnaruwa,
cycle through rural villages and visit the UNESCO world heritage site at Sigiriya a towering rock fortress with a fascinating history. A unique farm village experience takes you away from the crowds, where you can meet the
farmers who call the fields their homes, travelling around by foot, tuk-tuk and tractor. You will also explore the Dambulla Cave temple, another stunning world heritage site. Stay at a convenient hotel - close to all of the
sites.
Day 08 & 09
Uphill country
Based just outside the city with breathtaking views of Kandy, you will explore the cultural capital
of Sri Lanka for two days. Continue on to Kandy. En route you will visit a spice garden in Matale. You will check in at your hotel on arrival and once you are rested, continue on to your tour of Kandy! You will visit the famous
Temple of the Tooth, the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens and shop in the myriad of stalls that make up the daily market. There is a great selection of restaurants in Kandy and the night market are an interesting place to taste
a great range of dishes from the food stalls.
Day 10
Tea country
Take the train up through the tea covered hills to the wonderfully scenic town of Ella. Stay in one of the wag
tours’ favourite hotels, with some of the best views of anywhere in Sri Lanka. Walk in the mountains, visit tea factories, explore the picturesque towns of the hill country and summit little Adam’s peak for spectacular views
of Ella gap.
Day 11
Wild life
Journey towards the lesser explored national park of Uda Walawe for your chance of spotting leopards in the wild
with an afternoon jeep safari. You will know doubt see plenty of elephants, which are abundant in the park, as well as the toque monkeys, grey langur, spotted deer, wild pig and sambar deer.
Day 12 to 16
Down south
In the morning, there is a chance to visit the ethical and well run elephant transit camp just by the gates
to the park proper before driving down towards the Galle coast and the curving bay of Unawatuna. Usually a 3-4 hour drive. You will reach the hotel and ready for some relaxation time. One of the mornings you will visit a bustling
fish market, then take a walking tour of Galle Fort with a guide.
Day 17
Flying home
Now that you are at the end of your journey with us, after breakfast your chauffeur will comfortably take you
to the international airport in time for your departure flight. We hope your adventure with us was enjoyable and wish you a safe and pleasant flight home!
