Voyage of Ceylon

Waves, Forests & Heritage of Sri Lanka

Overview

A diverse journey connecting rainforest, wildlife, highlands, and coastal experiences in one continuous flow. Each destination introduces a new environment, creating a strong contrast between nature, culture, and adventure. Ideal for travellers who want variety without losing structure.

Tour Highlights

  • Sinharaja Rainforest guided nature walk
  • Lunugamwehera wildlife safari
  • Ravana Falls and Ella highland hiking
  • Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak
  • Scenic train from Ella to Kandy
  • Anuradhapura ancient city tour

What's Included

Private vehicle and driver throughout

All accommodation

Daily breakfast and selected meals

All entrance fees

24/7 support

What's Excluded

International flights

Travel insurance

Personal expenses

Tips

Optional activities

Your Journey Day by Day

10 Days / 9 Nights

Colombo → Kalutara → Sinharaja → Lunugamwehera → Ella → Kandy → Anuradhapura → Colombo

Day 01

Arrival in Colombo

Arrive and transfer to a boutique hotel. An evening art gallery or museum visit introduces the city’s creative character, followed by a sunset walk along Galle Face Green.

 

Day 02

Colombo to Kalutara / Surf & Beach

Scenic coastal drive south to Kalutara for a beginner-friendly surfing session in calm, guided conditions. An afternoon lagoon walk and visit to Kalutara Bodhiya Temple is followed by sunset relaxation by the ocean.

 

Day 03

Kalutara to Sinharaja Forest Reserve

Travel inland to Sri Lanka’s most extraordinary rainforest. An afternoon guided nature walk through Sinharaja – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – reveals endemic birds, ancient trees, and a forest ecosystem of remarkable complexity. Overnight at an eco-lodge within the forest.

 

Day 04

Sinharaja to Lunugamwehera / Cultural & Safari Experience

Drive to Lunugamwehera for an afternoon jeep safari spotting elephants and endemic wildlife in a lesser-visited wilderness. A visit to a nearby temple or local heritage site adds cultural depth to the day.

 

Day 05

Lunugamwehera to Ella / Adventure & Scenic Beauty

Morning safari or forest walk before the highland drive to Ella. An afternoon gentle hike to Ravana Falls or a tea plantation visit fills the late hours. Overnight at a nature retreat in Ella.

 

Day 06

Ella Adventures & Train to Kandy

Morning visit to the Nine Arches Bridge and a short trek to Little Adam’s Peak. Afternoon scenic train journey from Ella to Kandy through dramatic tea-country landscapes – arriving in Kandy by evening.

 

Day 07

Kandy Exploration

Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, followed by an afternoon at Peradeniya Botanical Gardens or an optional cultural show. Evening lakeside walk or quiet local shopping.

 

Day 08

Kandy to Anuradhapura

Morning northern drive with stops at local temples en route. Afternoon guided tour of Anuradhapura Ancient City and the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree – a visit of extraordinary historical and spiritual weight.

 

Day 09

Anuradhapura to Colombo

Optional morning visit to nearby temples before the scenic drive back to Colombo. A farewell dinner at a boutique restaurant closes the journey with warmth.

 

Day 10

Departure

Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.