Itinerary
Day 01 :
Arrival → Negombo
Travel Time: 20–30 min
Key Activities:
- Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA)
- Transfer to Negombo
- Visit Dutch Canal, Negombo Fort (remains), Fish Market
- Relax at Negombo Beach
Overnight: Negombo
Day 02 :
Negombo → Kandy
Travel Time: 3.5–4 hrs
Key Activities:
- Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Explore Kandy city
- Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Evening Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
Optional: Visit Gem Museum and visit Spice Garden en route
Overnight: Kandy
Day 03 :
Kandy → Kitulgala
Travel Time: ~2 hrs
Key Activities:
- White-water rafting
- Stream sliding & confidence jump
- Nature walk along the Kelani River
Overnight: Kitulgala
Day 04 :
Kitulgala → Laxapana Waterfall → Nallathanniya
Travel Time: 2–3 hrs
Key Activities:
- Visit Laxapana Waterfall – rope jumping
- Waterfall viewpoint & natural pool
- Transfer to Nallathanniya
- Rest and prepare for Adam’s Peak climb
Overnight: Nallathanniya
Day 05 :
Midnight Adam’s Peak Climb → Nuwara Eliya
Climb Details:
- Height of Adam’s Peak: 2,243 m (7,359 ft)
- Climbing Duration: 3–5 hours (ascent), 2–3 hours (descent)
Key Activities:
- Midnight climb to Adam’s Peak
- Witness the most beautiful sunrise at the summit
- Descend and travel directly to Nuwara Eliya
- Visit Devon Falls & St. Clair’s Falls (on the way)
- Relax in the cool climate
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 06 :
Nuwara Eliya Exploration
Travel Time: –
Key Activities:
- Tea Factory & Tea Plantation tour
- Gregory Lake sightseeing
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 07 :
Horton Plains → Train Ride to Ella Travel Time: 45–60 min to park + train 3–3.5 hrs
Travel Time: 45–60 min to park + train 3–3.5 hrs
Key Activities:
- Early morning hike to World’s End & Baker’s Falls
- Afternoon: scenic train ride from Nanu Oya → Ella
Overnight: Ella
Day 08 :
Ella Adventure
Travel Time: –
Key Activities:
- Hike Little Adam’s Peak
- Ride the Flying Ravana Zip Line
- Visit Nine Arch Bridge
- Ella Gap viewpoint
Overnight: Ella
Day 09 :
Ella → Yala
Travel Time: 2.5–3 hrs
Key Activities:
- Visit Rawana Falls en route
- Evening Safari at Yala National Park
Overnight: Yala
Day 10 :
Yala → Mirissa
Travel Time: 2–2.5 hrs
Key Activities:
- Transfer to Mirissa
- Beach relaxation, swimming, surfing
Overnight: Mirissa
Day 11 :
Mirissa Whale Watching → Bentota
Travel Time: 2–2.5 hrs
Key Activities:
- Early morning whale watching tour
- Visit Galle Fort
- Stop at Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary
- Transfer to Bentota
Overnight: Bentota
Day 12 :
Bentota Activities
Travel Time: –
Key Activities:
- Turtle Hatchery
- Madu River Safari
- Optional water sports
Overnight: Bentota
Day 13 :
Bentota → Colombo (Departure)
Travel Time: 1.5–2 hrs
Key Activities:
- Colombo city tour (depending on flight time)
- Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA)
