Tour Overview
Explore Sri Lanka’s varied natural landscapes on a ten-day adventure combining mountain trekking, wildlife encounters and ancient heritage. Climb Sigiriya and Pidurangala, discover Polonnaruwa and trek through the Knuckles Mountain Range. Continue into tea country for Moon Plains, Horton Plains and the scenic train journey to Ella. A safari in Udawalawe and a guided walk through Sinharaja introduce contrasting wildlife habitats before the tour finishes in historic Galle.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival and Sigiriya via Pinnawala
Begin your adventure with an elephant-centre visit en route to Sigiriya.
Arrive at the airport and travel towards Sigiriya. Stop at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Millennium Elephant Foundation before continuing to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Day 2 — Sigiriya, Village Life and Pidurangala
Combine two rock climbs with a traditional village experience.
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress early in the day. Enjoy a village tour with a bullock cart ride, catamaran trip and traditional Sri Lankan lunch. Hike Pidurangala in the late afternoon for sunset views towards Sigiriya.
Day 3 — Polonnaruwa and the Knuckles Foothills
Explore an ancient city before entering the mountain region.
Visit Polonnaruwa’s palace ruins, quadrangle and Gal Vihara sculptures. Continue to the Knuckles area, check into your eco-lodge or campsite and prepare for the following day’s trek.
Day 4 — Full-Day Knuckles Trek
Spend the day walking through varied mountain landscapes.
Join a guided trek through tea plantations, forests, waterfalls and misty mountain scenery. Look for local flora and fauna and enjoy a picnic lunch outdoors. Return to your lodge or camp for the evening.
Day 5 — Ramboda, Tea Country and Moon Plains
Travel to Nuwara Eliya and explore its surrounding highland scenery.
Drive towards Nuwara Eliya, stopping at Ramboda Falls and a tea factory and plantation. Walk around Gregory Lake or Victoria Park, then take an off-road jeep excursion to Moon Plains.
Day 6 — Horton Plains and the Train to Ella
Combine an early national-park hike with scenic rail travel.
Start early for Horton Plains, walking to World’s End and Baker’s Falls. Continue to Nanu Oya station for the train to Ella. On arrival, explore the town and visit Nine Arch Bridge.
Day 7 — Udawalawe Safari and Sinharaja Transfer
Search for wildlife before continuing to the rainforest region.
Travel from Ella to Udawalawe National Park for a 4×4 safari in search of elephants and other wildlife. Continue to accommodation near Sinharaja. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Day 8 — Sinharaja Rainforest Expedition
Discover rainforest habitats with a guided trek.
Explore Sinharaja with a guide, looking for endemic birds, reptiles and amphibians among forest vegetation and streams. Return to your eco-lodge for a relaxed late afternoon.
Day 9 — Galle Fort and Coastal Sunset
Leave the rainforest for the historic southern coast.
Travel to Galle and explore the fort’s streets, colonial architecture, shops, ramparts and lighthouse. Enjoy sunset views over the Indian Ocean.
Day 10 — Galle Leisure and Airport Departure
Enjoy a final coastal morning before travelling to the airport.
Relax by the beach or complete souvenir shopping in Galle, depending on your departure time. Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Included & Excluded
✅ What's Included
- ✓Guided treks at Knuckles Mountain Range & Sinharaja Rainforest
- ✓Road transfers and inter-destination travel
- ✓Nanu Oya to Ella scenic train journey
- ✓Udawalawe National Park 4x4 safari excursion
- ✓Moon Plains off-road jeep excursion
- ✓Sigiriya, Pidurangala and Polonnaruwa excursions
❌ Not Included
- ✗Accommodation & camping bookings (customised to requirement)
- ✗Park entrance fees & national reserve permits
- ✗Trekking gear and personal clothing
- ✗International flights & travel insurance
- ✗Meals and beverages not specified
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