Day 1 : Arrival & Colombo Luxury
Premium Airport Transfer & City Exploration
Welcome to Sri Lanka with VIP airport reception and private luxury vehicle transfer to your premium Colombo hotel. Enjoy a comprehensive city tour including Galle Face Green promenade, Independence Square, Red Mosque, and the historic Dutch Hospital shopping precinct. Evening fine dining experience at one of Colombo's top restaurants featuring contemporary Sri Lankan cuisine with international influences.
Accommodation:star hotel Colombo | Activities: City tour, fine dining
Day 2 : Colombo to Sigiriya Heritage
Ancient Rock Fortress & Cultural Heritage
Comfortable morning transfer to Sigiriya (4 hours) in your private air-conditioned vehicle. Check into your heritage hotel before embarking on the iconic climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress - a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the 5th-century palace ruins, ancient frescoes of celestial maidens, and mirror wall with centuries-old graffiti. Evening relaxation at your luxury accommodation with spa facilities and traditional Sri Lankan architecture.
Accommodation:star hotel l Sigiriya | Activities: Rock fortress climbing
Day 03 : Sigiriya to Kandy Cultural Capital
Sacred Temple & Cultural Performances
Morning departure to Kandy (2.5 hours), the last royal capital of Sri Lanka. Check into your luxury boutique hotel overlooking Kandy Lake. Afternoon visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, housing Buddha's sacred tooth relic, and witness the evening puja ceremony with traditional drummers and offerings. Experience an authentic Sri Lankan cultural show featuring classical Kandyan dance, fire walking, and traditional music performances in an intimate theater setting.
Accommodation:star hotel Kandy | Activities: Temple visit, cultural show
Day 04 : Gregory Lake & Scenic Train to Ella
Hill Station Serenity & World's Most Scenic Train
Early morning transfer to Nuwara Eliya (2 hours) through winding mountain roads and tea plantations. Visit the picturesque Gregory Lake for a leisurely boat ride and peaceful walks around the serene waters surrounded by eucalyptus trees and rolling hills. Transfer to Nanu Oya railway station for the legendary train journey to Ella - voted one of the world's most beautiful train rides. This 3-4 hour journey winds through misty mountains, emerald tea estates, cascading waterfalls, and mountain tunnels offering breathtaking panoramic views.
Accommodation: star hotel Ella | Activities: Lake visit, scenic train ride
Day 05 : Ella Adventures to Tissamaharama
Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak & Ravana Falls
Early morning visit to the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, an architectural marvel built entirely of stone, brick, and cement without steel. Perfect for sunrise photography and train spotting. Hike Little Adam's Peak (1,141m) for spectacular 360-degree views of Ella Gap and surrounding valleys - an easier alternative to Adam's Peak with equally stunning panoramic vistas. Depart for Tissamaharama (3.5 hours) with a memorable stop at the magnificent Ravana Falls, a 25-meter cascade named after the legendary king Ravana from the Ramayana epic.
Accommodation:star hotel Tissamaharama | Activities: Bridge visit, hiking, waterfall photography
Day 06 : Yala Safari & Mirissa Beach Paradise
Exclusive Wildlife Safari & Coastal Luxury
Pre-dawn departure for an exclusive Yala National Park safari in a private 4WD vehicle with expert naturalist guide. Yala boasts the world's highest density of leopards, along with Asian elephants, sloth bears, spotted deer, wild boar, crocodiles, and over 215 bird species across diverse ecosystems. After the thrilling wildlife experience, transfer to the pristine coastal town of Mirissa (2.5 hours). Check into your luxury beach resort and enjoy evening leisure time on golden sandy beaches with spectacular sunset views over the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation:star hotel Mirissa | Activities: Private safari, beach relaxation
Day 07 : Whale Watching & Galle Fort to Hikkaduwa
Marine Giants & Dutch Colonial Heritage
Early morning premium whale watching excursion from Mirissa harbor aboard a comfortable boat with experienced crew. Sri Lanka's southern coast is one of the world's best whale watching destinations where you can spot magnificent blue whales, sperm whales, pilot whales, and playful dolphins. The continental shelf's proximity to shore makes this a year-round marine paradise. Afternoon visit to the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing 16th-century Dutch colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, rampart walks, lighthouse, and charming boutique shops. Evening transfer to Hikkaduwa beach resort.
Accommodation: star hotel Hikkaduwa | Activities: Whale watching, fort exploration
Day 08 : Beach Bliss & Madu River Eco Safari
Beach Relaxation & Mangrove Exploration
Morning at complete leisure on Hikkaduwa's pristine coral-fringed beaches. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling among colorful tropical fish, or simply relaxing on golden sands with coconut palms swaying overhead. Optional spa treatments available at your resort. Evening private boat safari through the enchanting Madu River ecosystem, exploring pristine mangrove forests, visiting small islands, experiencing natural fish therapy, and spotting water monitors, exotic birds, and fruit bats. Conclude with a visit to a sea turtle hatchery and conservation center to learn about marine conservation efforts and witness baby turtle releases.
Accommodation: star hotel Hikkaduwa | Activities: Beach relaxation, eco safari, turtle conservation
Day 09 : Hikkaduwa to Colombo Departure
Final Departure
Final morning of your luxury Sri Lankan journey. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the ocean before checking out of your beach resort. Comfortable transfer to Colombo (2.5 hours) with possible stops for last-minute shopping at local markets or modern malls. Depending on your flight schedule, optional Colombo city highlights tour including visits to Gangaramaya Temple, Pettah markets, or contemporary shopping districts. VIP transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka's luxury experiences, cultural heritage, natural beauty, and warm hospitality.
Activities: Optional city tour, VIP airport transfer