15-Day Itinerary for a Tour of Sri Lanka Covering Anuradhapura, Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Tangalle, Mirissa, and Colombo.

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo

  • Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Colombo.
  • Rest and relax after your flight.
  • Evening: Explore Galle Face Green and dine at a local restaurant.

Day 2: Colombo to Anuradhapura

  • Morning: Depart for Anuradhapura (approx. 4 hours).
  • Afternoon: Visit Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, and other ancient ruins.
  • Evening: Check into your hotel and relax.

Day 3: Anuradhapura to Trincomalee

  • Morning: Depart for Trincomalee (approx. 2.5 hours).
  • Afternoon: Visit Koneswaram Temple and Lover’s Leap.
  • Evening: Relax at the beach or hotel.

Day 4: Trincomalee

  • Morning: Snorkeling or diving at Pigeon Island.
  • Afternoon: Visit Marble Beach and Fort Frederick.
  • Evening: Relax at Nilaveli Beach.

Day 5: Trincomalee to Sigiriya

  • Morning: Depart for Sigiriya (approx. 2 hours).
  • Afternoon: Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
  • Evening: Check into your hotel and relax.

Day 6: Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa

  • Morning: Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa (approx. 1.5 hours each way).
  • Afternoon: Explore Polonnaruwa ruins.
  • Evening: Return to Sigiriya and relax.

Day 7: Sigiriya to Kandy

  • Morning: Depart for Kandy (approx. 2.5 hours).
  • Afternoon: Visit the Temple of the Tooth.
  • Evening: Explore Kandy Lake and city center.

Day 8: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

  • Morning: Depart for Nuwara Eliya (approx. 2.5 hours).
  • Afternoon: Visit a tea plantation and factory.
  • Evening: Explore Nuwara Eliya town and check into your hotel.

Day 9: Nuwara Eliya

  • Morning: Visit Horton Plains National Park and hike to World’s End.
  • Afternoon: Explore Victoria Park and Gregory Lake.
  • Evening: Relax at your hotel.

Day 10: Nuwara Eliya to Ella

  • Morning: Take the scenic train ride to Ella (approx. 4-5 hours).
  • Afternoon: Check into your hotel and explore Ella town.
  • Evening: Relax and enjoy the local cuisine.

Day 11: Ella

  • Morning: Hike to Little Adam’s Peak.
  • Afternoon: Visit Nine Arches Bridge and Ravana Falls.
  • Evening: Relax in Ella.

Day 12: Ella to Yala National Park

  • Morning: Depart for Yala National Park (approx. 3 hours).
  • Afternoon: Check into your accommodation.
  • Evening: Relax and prepare for the safari.

Day 13: Yala National Park to Tangalle

  • Early Morning: Safari in Yala National Park.
  • Late Morning: Depart for Tangalle (approx. 2.5 hours).
  • Afternoon: Relax on Tangalle Beach.
  • Evening: Check into your hotel and unwind.

Day 14: Tangalle to Mirissa

  • Morning: Depart for Mirissa (approx. 1.5 hours).
  • Afternoon: Relax on Mirissa Beach.
  • Evening: Explore Mirissa town and enjoy fresh seafood.

Day 15: Mirissa to Colombo

  • Morning: Whale watching in Mirissa (seasonal).
  • Late Morning: Depart for Colombo (approx. 3 hours).
  • Afternoon: Explore Colombo city, visit Gangaramaya Temple, and shop at Pettah Market.
  • Evening: Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.