Explore the vibrant sites of Sri Lanka with this two-week journey, going through the best locations that can be found. Explore the vivid sights of this country with train rides and enjoy the remarkable sights.
Take a morning tour of Negombo. First, pay a visit to St. Mary’s Church to admire the vivid artworks of Jesus Christ that were completed in 1922. You should stop at the Pinnawala Elephant Sanctuary en route to this city. Admire the elephants as they receive care. Reach Sigiriya the location of the notorious Rock Fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Get picked up from the airport and arrive in Negombo. The charm of this city is unmatched, with its beachside glamour and vibrant nightlife. It’s the ideal spot to sit by the beach and unwind with the iridescent sea close by. Go to St. Mary’s Church to see the magnificent artwork of Jesus Christ if you want to take in the sights. Arrive at your hotel for the day and get some rest.
On day four, you can make your way to Anuradhapura, where many millennia of history can be unravelled. You can come across historic locations that include ruins of bygone kingdoms and ancient temples. After this educational journey, head to Habarana. Take a jeep safari through the Minneriya National Park in Habarana for some entertainment. Observe Asian elephants grazing the savannah and their herbs grouped together.
When the sun comes up go to the fortress and ascend to the summit. You will discover the priceless frescoes as you ascend. From the top take in views of the surrounding forests and the monarch’s throne. After your exhilarating adventure go to Polonnaruwa. This city has a significant role in the island’s history. The eleventh and thirteenth centuries saw it function as the country’s capital. The city was able to produce incredible innovations that advanced technology during this time. See this nation’s temples and ruins before heading back to Sigiriya.
Take a tour of Kandy, the magnificent city that has reigned for years. You will pass the Temple of the Tooth Relic during your visit which is a significant building that contains the revered tooth relic of Lord Buddha. Go to Peradeniya after that to enjoy shopping for local crafts. You can lose yourself in the beauty of silks, wood carvings, gems and batiks. Go to a cultural show at night when you get back to Kandy.
Travel to Kandy on the fifth day. While travelling make a stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple to view the magnificent artwork of Lord Buddha that is accompanied by glorious statues of Lord Buddha in many shapes and sizes. Visit the spice gardens at Matale when you are there. In Sri Lanka, the herbs and spices grown here have been used for centuries in both medicine and cooking.
See some colourful wildlife like elk or porcupines while hiking through Horton Plains. This nature reserve plays a significant role in assuring the survival of native wildlife and flora and fauna in Sri Lanka. Explore and understand its significance when you traverse the area through hiking. Afterwards, you can enjoy your time exploring the city of Nuwara Eliya which is cool and sombre.
As you depart for Nuwara Eliya, bid Kandy farewell. Admire the charming sights as you explore Nuwara Eliya. The colourful sarees worn by the tea pluckers will draw your attention to the tea plantations that stretch far. Take a tour of the factory that produces the tea leaves that are shipped all over the world.
Travel to Yala where you can spend the afternoon on an exhilarating safari. Yala is renowned for having the largest population of leopards. They can be seen sitting on treetops so take in the exciting sights of these prowlers.
From Nuwara Eliya, proceed to Ella on the train. This train ride is full of breathtaking sights. Mountains filled with tiny towns and verdant greenery and waterfalls that create mossy rocks. Once you arrive in Ella, explore the Nine Arches Bridge site for picturesque views of the area where trains pass by.
On the fourteenth day, you leave Galle and proceed to the airport. Spend as much time as you want shopping in Colombo if you have the time.
Tour Galle’s magnificent Dutch Fort which is considered to be Asia’s best-preserved colonial fortress first thing in the morning. The oldest breadfruit tree on the island is located here as well. Walk on cobbled pavements as you see the intricate designs. Take a Madu River Boat ride to see the wetland ecosystem up close. Making a visit to the Turtle Hatchery will aid those who work in conservation. On your last day in Galle take a leisurely stroll along the sandy beach with your loved ones to make memories and have a thrilling day of water sports in the Bentota River.
