Colombo: 10‑Day Sri Lanka Tour - Temples, Tea & Ocean Bliss

Uncover Sri Lanka in 10 unforgettable days — from sacred temples to mist‑clad tea hills and golden shores. Travel with local hosts, taste home‑cooked flavors, and join hands‑on experiences.
From mist‑wrapped highlands to sun‑kissed shores, this 10‑day journey reveals the soul of Sri Lanka through the eyes of those who call it home. Every stop is enriched by the people you meet — from tea planters and temple drummers to conservationists and storytellers — ensuring you experience more than just the view.

Day 1 – Colombo Arrival & Heritage Evening Be welcomed with cinnamon‑infused iced tea before exploring Colombo’s vibrant markets and colonial avenues. As dusk falls, enjoy a private sunset sail on Beira Lake accompanied by gentle live music.

Day 2 – Lagoon Dawn to Sigiriya Start the day gliding through Negombo Lagoon with a local fisherman, tasting a rustic seafood breakfast on stilts. Travel inland to Sigiriya and cycle through quiet paddy lanes as the sun dips behind the rock.

Day 3 – Sigiriya Fortress & Village Life Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise for sweeping jungle views. Later, join a village host for a hands‑on cooking class in a traditional mud‑brick kitchen and end the day with a bullock cart ride to a hidden lakeside.

Day 4 – Dambulla & Polonnaruwa by E‑Bike Marvel at the Dambulla Cave Temples, then pedal through Polonnaruwa’s ancient ruins with a local archaeologist, stopping for fresh king coconut along the way.

Day 5 – Sacred Kandy & Art of Rhythm Receive a blessing from a monk at the Temple of the Tooth Relic. In the afternoon, feel the heartbeat of Kandyan culture during a private drumming workshop before sampling rare teas at a heritage planter’s bungalow.

Day 6 – Train Through the Tea Country Take one of the world’s most scenic train rides into Nuwara Eliya. Visit a boutique estate to pluck your own tea leaves and taste them fresh, then unwind over a classic high tea.

Day 7 – Ella’s Trails & Tales Hike to Little Adam’s Peak at sunrise and visit the Nine Arch Bridge with a local storyteller. Optional Ayurvedic massage to ease travel muscles.

Day 8 – Udawalawe Wildlife & Village Stay Embark on a dawn safari led by a conservationist, spotting elephants and birdlife. Overnight in a community‑run eco‑lodge for a taste of authentic rural hospitality.

Day 9 – Galle Fort & Island Crafts Wander Galle Fort’s cobbled streets with a resident guide who shares personal family stories. Try your hand at lace‑making or mask‑painting in a coastal artisan’s studio.

Day 10 – Ocean Farewell Salute the sunrise with gentle beach yoga, followed by a farewell seafood brunch before your airport transfer.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.