The north and east route – Colombo to Anuradhapura’s ancient capital, across to Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, north to Trincomalee and Pigeon Island, south along the east coast to Arugam Bay’s famous point break, into Kumana National Park for birds and wildlife, and back through the highlands to Kandy and Colombo. Eleven nights, two UNESCO ancient cities, two of Asia’s best surf breaks, and Sri Lanka’s finest east coast beaches.
Package 11 – North & East Coast Explorer
Day 01 Arrival - Colombo Introduction
Airport arrival and Colombo first evening.
Day 02 Anuradhapura Sacred City - Ancient Heritage
Drive to Anuradhapura for a full afternoon in the island’s oldest and most impressive ancient capital.
Day 03 Cultural Triangle - Sigiriya Evening Arrival
Drive to Sigiriya with a sunset view of the Rock from the surrounding landscape.
Day 04 Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Dawn Sigiriya ascent followed by afternoon Polonnaruwa bicycle exploration.
Day 05 Trincomalee - East Coast Arrival & Nilaveli Beach
The drive east to Trincomalee and Nilaveli Beach – some of the finest white-sand, clear-water beach in Sri Lanka.
Day 06 Pigeon Island Snorkelling & East Coast Leisure
Snorkelling at Pigeon Island Marine Park – coral reefs, reef sharks, and parrotfish in the clearest water in Sri Lanka – followed by a beach afternoon.
Day 07 South Along the East Coast - Arugam Bay
Scenic coastal drive south along the east coast to Arugam Bay – Sri Lanka’s surf capital.
Day 08 Arugam Bay Surfing & Coastal Exploration
A full day at A-Bay – point break surfing, beach time, and the laid-back east coast energy that makes this town addictive.
Day 09 Kumana National Park - Birdlife & Wildlife Safari
A safari in Kumana National Park – Sri Lanka’s finest birdwatching park, with significant leopard and elephant populations in the surrounding habitat.
Day 10 Highlands Drive - Ella & Nine Arch Bridge
Drive inland to Ella through the southern plains and into the highlands.
Day 11 Kandy Drive - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
The highland drive from Ella to Kandy for the Sri Dalada Maligawa.
Day 12 Airport Transfer via Colombo & Departure
Return to Colombo Airport.
Highlights
- Anuradhapura Sacred City – island’s oldest and most remarkable ancient heritage
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress dawn ascent
- Pigeon Island Marine Park snorkelling – clearest water in Sri Lanka
- Arugam Bay surfing on Sri Lanka’s east coast point break
- Kumana National Park birdwatching and wildlife safari
- Ella Nine Arch Bridge and highland village character
- Kandy Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- All hotel and airport transfers
- Daily breakfast
- 24/7 Skyroo support
- Kumana safari jeep hire
- Pigeon Island boat
Not Included
- International flights and Sri Lanka ETA
- Meals beyond breakfast
- Park and site entrance fees
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance (essential)
- Surf hire at Arugam Bay
- Snorkelling equipment