Highlights
Experience the best of Sri Lanka: ancient culture, tropical landscapes and safari adventures
Enter Dambulla’s sacred cave temples to walk among ancient Buddha icons
Summit the mighty rock fortress at Sigiriya for unforgettable views over the central plains
Cycle through rice fields and villages − an immersive way to experience rural Sri Lanka
Game drive through the quieter Block 5 of Yala National Park to search for the elusive leopards
Relax with beach time on the golden sands of Ahangama
Relax with beach time on the golden sands of Ahangama
Itinerary
Let the diverse wonders of Sri Lanka captivate you on this 15-day wildlife adventure, perfect for seniors seeking both relaxation and discovery. "Discover Sri Lanka" takes you from ancient Buddhist temples and the awe-inspiring Sigiriya fortress to the lush highlands of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, and the leopard-rich wilds of Yala National Park. Relax on the palm-fringed beaches of the south and savor the country’s renowned cuisine and welcoming spirit. With a moderate activity level, this trip balances cultural exploration and nature-based excitement, offering a unique selling point: an expertly guided tour through one of Asia’s most varied and hospitable destinations, all at a comfortable pace.
day 1Adventure begins in Veyangoda
Begin your adventure in Veyangoda, a 30 minute drive from Sri Lanka's energetic capital: Colombo.
Around 6pm, say ayubowan to your tour leader and fellow travellers at our hotel, where we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big Sri Lankan welcome by arranging a group dinner together.
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day 2Explore the cave temples at Dambulla • To Sigiriya
day 3Climb the Sigiriya rock fortress • Optional afternoon game drive to see elephants
day 4To Girithale • Cycle through country villages with lunch in a traditional village
day 5Visit ancient capital of Polonnaruwa • To Kandy via a spice garden
day 6 - 7Time in Kandy to explore or relax
day 8To Nuwara Eliya • Stop in Kitulgala • Optional Adam's Peak climb (December to April only)
day 9Free morning in the old colonial hill station of Nuwara Eliya • Tea plantation and factory tour
day 10Early morning to Horton Plains • Walk to World's End viewpoint • To Ella by train and onward to Kataragama
day 11Drive to Tissamaharama and walk through rural farmland • Safari game drive in Yala National Park
day 12Morning visit to Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home • To the beach in Ahangama
day 13Free day to relax on the beach • Optional activities including whale watching (November to April)
day 14To the historic port city of Galle
day 15Adventure ends in Ahangama
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