La Dolce Lanka Grand Experience
Luxurious journey Sri Lanka - 10 Days / 09 Nights
Duration
09 Nights / 10 Days
Theme
Heritage · History · Culture
Route
Colombo > Negombo > Sigiriya > Kandy > Nuwara Eliya> Ella > Galle > Bentota
Day 01: Arrival in Colombo / Transfer to Negombo / Sunset Canal Boat Ride / Overnight in Negombo
Warmly meet your guide at Bandaranaike International Airport and enjoy a private transfer to Negombo. Receive a refreshing tropical welcome drink upon arrival before embarking on a tranquil evening boat ride through Negombo’s historic canals at sunset. Conclude the day with a fresh seafood dinner and overnight stay at your beachside hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Cultural Triangle / Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage / Sigiriya / Village Cooking Demonstration / Overnight in Sigiriya
After breakfast, journey towards Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or an alternative ethical elephant experience, according to your preference. En route, sample fresh coconuts and spices at local stops. Upon arrival in Sigiriya, enjoy an evening walk with a naturalist to spot local birds and wildlife, followed by a traditional Sri Lankan cooking demonstration with a village chef. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 03: Sigiriya Lion Rock Climb / Village Experience / Ayurvedic Relaxation / Overnight in Sigiriya
Rise early to climb Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress under the golden sunrise. Explore ancient frescoes, the mirror wall, and royal water gardens. Return to your hotel for breakfast, then embark on a village tour by tractor and canoe, experiencing rural life and tasting freshly prepared pol sambol and hoppers in a local home. Conclude the day with an Ayurvedic relaxation treatment before overnighting in Sigiriya.
Day 04: Morning at Leisure / Optional Cycling / Minneriya or Kaudulla Jeep Safari / Stargazing Dinner / Overnight in Sigiriya
Spend the morning at leisure with an option to cycle through surrounding paddy fields. In the afternoon, take a jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to witness hundreds of elephants roaming freely, depending on the season. Return to your hotel for a special outdoor stargazing dinner surrounded by forest sounds before overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 05: Matale Spice Gardens / Kandy / Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic / Artisan Stroll / Overnight in Kandy
Depart for Kandy and visit the Matale Spice Gardens, enjoying a hands-on Ayurveda demonstration. Arrive in Kandy, the historic city of kings, and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic during evening rituals for a deeply spiritual experience. Take a stroll around Kandy Lake, explore artisan shops, and visit wood carving and batik studios before overnighting in Kandy.
Day 06: Tea Plantation Visit / Nuwara Eliya / Overnight in Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, drive through misty mountains, waterfalls, and cloud forests. Visit a working tea plantation and factory to learn the art of Ceylon Tea, from leaf plucking to tasting premium single-estate varieties. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, also known as “Little England,” to explore its colonial charm and scenic landscapes. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 07: Scenic Train to Ella / Nine Arch Bridge / Little Adam’s Peak / Sunset Cocktail / Overnight in Ella
Transfer to Nanu Oya station and experience the legendary train ride to Ella, passing emerald valleys, tea gardens, and local villages. Upon arrival, check in to a mountain-view resort. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge or take a light nature walk to Little Adam’s Peak. Enjoy an evening cocktail while watching the panoramic sunset over the hill country before overnighting in Ella.
Day 08: Ravana Falls / Galle Dutch Fort / Overnight in Galle
Drive downhill from Ella, stopping for photos at the majestic Ravana Falls. Continue to Galle and explore the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort with its cobbled streets, art galleries, Italian-style cafés, boutiques, and centuries-old ramparts. Enjoy a sunset walk along the fort walls before settling into your boutique hotel in Galle for overnight.
Day 09: Leisure Morning / Drive to Bentota / Coastal Resort / Optional Activities / Overnight in Bentota
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Galle before traveling to Bentota and checking in at a luxury coastal resort. Optional experiences include a Madu River Safari, turtle hatchery visit, Ayurveda wellness therapy, or catamaran sunset cruise. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the Indian Ocean, soaking in the coastal beauty before overnight stay.
Day 10: Beach Morning / Airport Transfer / Departure
Savor a relaxed breakfast and a final morning by the beach before a private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport. Receive assistance with departure formalities and fly home with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s culture, landscapes, and luxury experiences.
Day 01: Arrival in Colombo / Transfer to Negombo / Sunset Canal Boat Ride / Overnight in Negombo
Warmly meet your guide at Bandaranaike International Airport and enjoy a private transfer to Negombo. Receive a refreshing tropical welcome drink upon arrival before embarking on a tranquil evening boat ride through Negombo’s historic canals at sunset. Conclude the day with a fresh seafood dinner and overnight stay at your beachside hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Cultural Triangle / Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage / Sigiriya / Village Cooking Demonstration / Overnight in Sigiriya
After breakfast, journey towards Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or an alternative ethical elephant experience, according to your preference. En route, sample fresh coconuts and spices at local stops. Upon arrival in Sigiriya, enjoy an evening walk with a naturalist to spot local birds and wildlife, followed by a traditional Sri Lankan cooking demonstration with a village chef. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 03: Sigiriya Lion Rock Climb / Village Experience / Ayurvedic Relaxation / Overnight in Sigiriya
Rise early to climb Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress under the golden sunrise. Explore ancient frescoes, the mirror wall, and royal water gardens. Return to your hotel for breakfast, then embark on a village tour by tractor and canoe, experiencing rural life and tasting freshly prepared pol sambol and hoppers in a local home. Conclude the day with an Ayurvedic relaxation treatment before overnighting in Sigiriya.
Day 04: Morning at Leisure / Optional Cycling / Minneriya or Kaudulla Jeep Safari / Stargazing Dinner / Overnight in Sigiriya
Spend the morning at leisure with an option to cycle through surrounding paddy fields. In the afternoon, take a jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to witness hundreds of elephants roaming freely, depending on the season. Return to your hotel for a special outdoor stargazing dinner surrounded by forest sounds before overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 05: Matale Spice Gardens / Kandy / Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic / Artisan Stroll / Overnight in Kandy
Depart for Kandy and visit the Matale Spice Gardens, enjoying a hands-on Ayurveda demonstration. Arrive in Kandy, the historic city of kings, and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic during evening rituals for a deeply spiritual experience. Take a stroll around Kandy Lake, explore artisan shops, and visit wood carving and batik studios before overnighting in Kandy.
Day 06: Tea Plantation Visit / Nuwara Eliya / Overnight in Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, drive through misty mountains, waterfalls, and cloud forests. Visit a working tea plantation and factory to learn the art of Ceylon Tea, from leaf plucking to tasting premium single-estate varieties. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, also known as “Little England,” to explore its colonial charm and scenic landscapes. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 07: Scenic Train to Ella / Nine Arch Bridge / Little Adam’s Peak / Sunset Cocktail / Overnight in Ella
Transfer to Nanu Oya station and experience the legendary train ride to Ella, passing emerald valleys, tea gardens, and local villages. Upon arrival, check in to a mountain-view resort. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge or take a light nature walk to Little Adam’s Peak. Enjoy an evening cocktail while watching the panoramic sunset over the hill country before overnighting in Ella.
Day 08: Ravana Falls / Galle Dutch Fort / Overnight in Galle
Drive downhill from Ella, stopping for photos at the majestic Ravana Falls. Continue to Galle and explore the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort with its cobbled streets, art galleries, Italian-style cafés, boutiques, and centuries-old ramparts. Enjoy a sunset walk along the fort walls before settling into your boutique hotel in Galle for overnight.
Day 09: Leisure Morning / Drive to Bentota / Coastal Resort / Optional Activities / Overnight in Bentota
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Galle before traveling to Bentota and checking in at a luxury coastal resort. Optional experiences include a Madu River Safari, turtle hatchery visit, Ayurveda wellness therapy, or catamaran sunset cruise. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the Indian Ocean, soaking in the coastal beauty before overnight stay.
Day 10: Beach Morning / Airport Transfer / Departure
Savor a relaxed breakfast and a final morning by the beach before a private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport. Receive assistance with departure formalities and fly home with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s culture, landscapes, and luxury experiences.
Inclusions
Accommodation with daily breakfast as per the itinerary
Private air-conditioned transport with driver throughout the tour
English-speaking guide for all excursions
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or alternative ethical elephant experience
Sigiriya Lion Rock climb with guided tour
Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park jeep safari
Scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella
Visits to Matale Spice Gardens, tea plantation, Galle Dutch Fort, and village experiences
Optional activities included on Day 09 upon request
Exclusions
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, or phone calls
Optional activities not included in the inclusions
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
Travel insurance or additional services not listed