Classical Exploration

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet your Horizon Voyages representative and chauffeur guide. Begin your journey with a visit to Negombo Fishing Village, known for its morning vibrancy and lined-up catamarans. Continue to Anuradhapura via scenic villages, paddy fields, and plantations. Check into your hotel and relax for the evening.

After breakfast, explore Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s ancient Buddhist capital, and its Sacred Bo Tree. Visit Mihintale, the world’s first declared sanctuary, before proceeding to Aukana to admire a colossal Buddha statue carved from a single rock. End the day in Habarana.

Start early with a climb up Sigiriya Lion’s Rock, a UNESCO site with stunning frescoes. Head to Polonnaruwa to explore its archaeological treasures, including the Gal Vihara statues. Conclude with a safari in Minneriya National Park to witness wild elephants in their natural habitat.

Travel to Trincomalee, renowned for its pristine beaches. Relax at your hotel, visit the city’s fort, and explore its famous Hindu temples.

Optionally embark on a morning whale-watching excursion. Proceed to Kandy, stopping at the Dambulla Cave Temple and a spice garden in Matale. Check into your hotel in Kandy and unwind.

Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy. Proceed to Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage to observe baby elephants being bottle-fed and bathed in the river. In the evening, enjoy a cultural dance show.

Explore the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens before traveling through tea plantations to Nuwara Eliya, often called “Little England.” Stroll through this quaint town, famous for its colonial charm.

Take a scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella, known as the “train on clouds.” Explore Ella’s serene surroundings, including Little Adam’s Peak. Relax at your hotel.

Visit Lipton’s Seat by tuk-tuk, enjoying scenic tea plantations and local life. Stop at Ravana Falls before arriving in Tissamaharama. Visit the sacred Kataragama Temple in the evening.

Start with a jeep safari in Yala National Park to spot elephants, leopards, and more. Continue to Galle, visiting its historical Dutch Fort and observing traditional stilt fishermen. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Breakfast in the hotel, Morning hours are free for relaxation. You will be transferred to Colombo airport to take your scheduled flight on time.