Ancient kingdoms, archaeological sites, UNESCO heritage, and cultural

experiences

Destinations: Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Galle

Activities: Archaeological site visits, museum tours, cultural performances

Perfect for: History buffs and culture loversPackage Overview

Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights

Focus: Ancient kingdoms, archaeological sites, UNESCO heritage, and cultural

Experiences

Style: Private vehicle + English-speaking guide

Accommodation: 4★ / 5★ hotels & boutique stays near heritage sites

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner (Half Board)

Highlights

UNESCO World Heritage sites: Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Dambulla

Temple of the Tooth Relic & cultural performances in Kandy

Colonial heritage: Nuwara Eliya & Galle Fort

Scenic train journey Kandy → Ella

Ritigala Monastery & rural village heritage

Museums & historical architecture in Colombo

Day 1 – Arrival / Negombo

Airport pickup & transfer to hotel.

Evening: Relax by Negombo Lagoon.

Overnight: Negombo

Day 2 – Anuradhapura

Drive to Anuradhapura.

Visit Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, Jetavanarama, and Abhayagiri Monastery.

Overnight: Anuradhapura

Day 3 – Mihintale & Sacred Sites

Climb Mihintale Hill for sunrise & ancient ruins photography.

Evening meditation / reflection.

Overnight: AnuradhapuraDay 4 – Polonnaruwa

Visit Gal Vihara, Lankatilaka, Vatadage, and Parakrama Samudra.

Optional bicycle tour of the ancient city.

Overnight: Polonnaruwa

Day 5 – Sigiriya & Dambulla

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Afternoon: Dambulla Cave Temple exploration.

Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 6 – Ritigala & Local Villages

Visit Ritigala Monastery ruins and surrounding archaeological sites.

Explore nearby rural villages & cultural heritage.

Overnight: Sigiriya

Day 7 – Kandy

Drive to Kandy.

Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic & Kandy Museum.

Evening: Cultural dance performance.

Overnight: Kandy

Day 8 – Nuwara Eliya / Colonial Heritage

Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya.

Explore colonial architecture, Gregory Lake & Hakgala Gardens.

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Day 9 – Ella & Ancient Sites

Train journey Kandy → Ella (heritage and scenic photography).

Visit Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam’s Peak.

Overnight: Ella

Day 10 – Haputale / Lipton’s Seat

Explore tea plantation heritage & colonial-era estates.

Overnight: Haputale

Day 11 – Galle / Fort & Maritime History

Drive to Galle.

Explore Galle Fort, Dutch colonial buildings, museums & lighthouse. Overnight: Galle

Day 12 – Matara & Coastal Heritage

Visit ancient temples & fortifications along the southern coast.

Overnight: Galle

Day 13 – Colombo Heritage Walk

Guided Colombo city tour: Old Dutch Hospital, Gangaramaya Temple, National

Museum.

Evening: Shopping & sunset at Galle Face Green.

Overnight: Colombo

Day 14 – Departure

Transfer to Colombo Airport for departure.