North, East & Cultural Sri Lanka Tour Itinerary
Discover ancient kingdoms, northern culture, sacred temples, scenic hill country, southern beaches, and vibrant Colombo city life with Driver Hires Sri Lanka.
Arrival: Warm welcome at Colombo BIA. Our representative will assist with currency exchange and SIM card arrangements.
Transfer: Short transfer to a transit hotel located close to the airport for a relaxed start.
- Airport meet and greet service
- Assistance with SIM cards and currency exchange
- Comfortable transfer to nearby transit hotel
- Relax and recover after your flight
Overnight: Airport / Negombo area
Begin your cultural journey with a sacred stop in Chilaw before continuing to the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura.
- Visit Munneswaram Hindu Kovil in Chilaw
- Evening tour of the UNESCO city of Anuradhapura
- Visit Sri Maha Bodhi
- See the majestic Ruwanweli Seya Stupa
- Explore the Samadhi Buddha Statue
- Experience the sacred atmosphere of the ancient city
Overnight: Anuradhapura
Travel: Enjoy a scenic 3.5-hour journey to the vibrant cultural capital of Northern Sri Lanka.
- Visit the historic Jaffna Fort
- Explore Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
- Experience the unique heritage of Jaffna city
- Enjoy famous Rio Ice Cream
- Discover local northern lifestyle and flavors
Overnight: Jaffna
Enjoy a memorable island excursion and continue exploring the unique landmarks of the Jaffna peninsula.
- Boat ride to Nainativu Island
- Visit Nagapooshani Amman Kovil
- Visit Nagadeepa Vihara
- Explore more sights around the Jaffna peninsula
- Immerse yourself in northern culture and traditions
Overnight: Jaffna
Travel: Head toward the beautiful eastern coast of Sri Lanka.
- Travel to Trincomalee
- Relax at the world-famous Nilaveli Beach
- Enjoy coastal scenery and ocean breeze
- Evening city and harbor exploration in Trincomalee
- Discover the charm of the east coast
Overnight: Trincomalee
Begin with one of Sri Lanka’s most spectacular cliffside temples before traveling inland toward Kandy.
- Visit Koneswaram Temple on Swami Rock
- Travel toward Kandy
- Stop at Cobra Hood in Sigiriya
- Visit Muthumariamman Kovil in Matale
- Explore a Matale Spice Grove
- Optional safari at Minneriya National Park
Overnight: Kandy
Discover spiritual landmarks in Kandy before heading into Sri Lanka’s lush tea country.
- Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- See the Big Buddha Temple at Bahirawakanda
- Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya
- Stop at Hanuman Temple in Ramboda
- Visit Ramboda Waterfalls
- Tour a working Tea Factory
- Walk through beautiful tea estates
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Follow a spiritual and scenic route through the hill country before descending to the southern coast.
- Visit Gayathri Peedam
- Visit Seetha Amman Temple
- Explore Ashoka Watika
- Stop at Divurumpola Temple
- Visit Ravana Waterfalls
- Explore Ravana Caves
- Continue to the southern coast
Overnight: Bentota
Experience the best of Sri Lanka’s southern heritage, beaches, and coastal culture.
- Comprehensive tour of Galle Old Dutch Fort
- Visit Rumassala Ramayana site
- Relax at Jungle Beach, Unawatuna
- See the Stilt Fishermen in Weligama
- Visit a Turtle Hatchery
- Enjoy the southern coastal atmosphere
Overnight: Bentota
Spend a relaxed coastal morning before returning to Colombo for a vibrant evening experience.
- Relax on Bentota Beach
- Madu River Boat Safari through mangroves
- Travel to Colombo
- Evening city tour of One Galle Face
- Visit Galle Face Green
- Explore modern shopping complexes and city lights
Overnight: Colombo
Enjoy a final cultural city experience in Colombo before your transfer to the airport.
- Visit Gangarama Temple
- Visit Sri Anjaneyar Temple in Dehiwala
- See the iconic Red Mosque
- Visit Sri Vibhishana Temple in Kelaniya
- Timely transfer to the airport for departure
End of Tour: Airport drop-off included