The Smart Traveler 9 days/ 8 nights

Early in the morning, we will visit pidurangala to see the sunrise with a breathtaking view of Sigiriya, and then, we will do a village safari in Sigiriya which includes a bullock cart ride, boat safari, Sri Lankan cooking, and cropping demonstration. Overnight stay in Sigiriya as per your request. After the Sri Lankan traditional lunch, which will be provided by the villagers, will head to Minneriya or Kaudulla National park to see wild elephants. Apart from the elephants, Kaudulla National Park is home to 23 species of mammals including Sambar Deer, Sri Lankan Axis Deer, Chevrotain, Wild boar, Leopard, and Sloth Bear are other mammals. Very rarely one could spot leopard and sloth bears in their natural habitats, and also 160+ species of birds. We will stay in Polonnaruwa as per your choice of hotel.

After breakfast, we will do a Polonnaruwa city tour and will visit Gal viharaya, Moonstones, The Quadrangle, Lankathilaka, Rankot vihara, and Shiva devale. After lunch, we will set off to Kandy via Matale. On the way, we will stop by a spice garden to educate you about how Sri Lankan people use spices in their day-to-day life. You will also have a chance to taste authentic spice tea here. After arriving at Kandy we will go to see the cultural dancing presented by the temple of tooth. Thereafter, we will head to the Kandy viewpoint where you will see a bird's eye view of Kandy city. Overnight stay in a hotel at your preference.

After a scrumptious breakfast, we will head to the temple of the tooth. Since ancient times, the relic has played a vital role in Sri Lankan social system. The relic was historically held by Sinhalese kings. Kandy is one of the major cities in Sri Lanka and was the last capital of the ancient kings' era. Thereafter, we will set off to kitulgala to do water rafting, zip line, and many more adventurous activities. Then, will head to Nuwara Eliya, on the way we will have a chance to stop by a tea factory to learn about the tea industry of Sri Lanka. Then you will also have a chance to walk down along a tea estate. Enjoy a guided stroll of Nuwara Eliya town, pass the 18-hole golf course, the colonial member’s only Hill Club, and English-styled country homes. Dinner and overnight in a hotel in Nuwara Eliya at your choice.

Even before the sun, we will set off to Horton plains to see the world's end. And will have your breakfast there enjoying the freezing weather. Horton plains are rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region and are the headwaters of three major Sri Lankan rivers, the Mahaweli, Kelani, and Walawe. Then our representative will drop you from the Ambewela railway station. By train, You will head to Ella on your own while enjoying the breathtaking mountain views along the trip. This journey is deemed as the world's one of the most beautiful train journeys. We will be picking you up from Ella. Thereafter, the task will be to do a rail hike to see the nine arches bridge.

After breakfast, we will go to Ella rock or little adam's peak as per your choice. Then, will have a bath at Ravana Ella and head to Buduruwagala temple and eventually to tissamaharama. we will stay in Tissa close to Yala national park or we can put a campfire and camp near the jungle.

Early in the morning, our representative from Yala jeep safari will come to pick us up from the hotel and will stay inside the park until 12.00 pm. Yala harbors 215 bird species including six endemic species of Sri Lanka. The number of mammals that have been recorded from the park is 44, and it has one of the highest leopard densities in the world. Thereafter, we will go to the coastline to enjoy the scenic beaches. First, we will do stilt fishing at Mirissa. If we have time, we could also visit places such as the blow hole in Dickwella, Dondra lighthouse, and turtle breeding farm where you can release baby turtles to the sea. Overnight in Mirissa.

We will go for Mirissa coconut tree hill and then, whale watching. After that, we will head to Galle fort which was made by the dutch, a 17th-century Dutch fort and a cosmopolitan vibe, was first built in 1588 by the Portuguese. It is a historical, archaeological, and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 432 years of maintenance, has a polished appearance. This is also deemed a UNESCO world heritage site. In the evening head to Unawatuna, dalawella, Hikkaduwa, ambalangoda, or kosgoda beach and stay in a luxury hotel.

Do a boat safari at Hikkaduwa to watch coral reefs and giant turtles, You can also volunteer to work in a turtle hatchery at Hikkaduwa. Then we will set off to the madu river, where you will see multiple islets along with cinnamon production, several bird species, crocodiles, village life, and experience fish therapy. At the end of the day, you will be directed to the airport with a surprise gift from Travel Guide Lanka.