Discover the Joyous 7 Day Sri Lanka Itinerary 2026

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo → Transfer to Sigiriya

Pick-up at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Travel to Sigiriya (approx. 4 hours).
Evening visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Tip: Climb in the late afternoon for fewer crowds and a magical sunset view.

Day 2: Sigiriya & Dambulla → Minneriya Safari

Morning: Explore Dambulla Cave Temple, famous for its Buddha statues and paintings.
Afternoon: Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to spot elephants.
Overnight in Sigiriya.

Day 3: Sigiriya → Kandy

Drive to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka.
Stop at a spice garden on the way.
Evening: Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 4: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

Scenic drive through tea plantations and waterfalls.
Visit a tea factory and enjoy a tasting session.
Explore Nuwara Eliya town, also known as “Little England.”
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya → Ella (Scenic Train Ride)

Take the world-famous train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella.
Explore Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak.
Overnight stay in Ella.

Day 6: Ella → Yala National Park

Morning drive to Yala National Park.
Afternoon safari: Spot leopards, elephants, and other wildlife.
Overnight stay near Yala.

Day 7: Yala → Galle → Colombo

Visit the UNESCO Galle Fort, a blend of history and coastal charm.
Relax at Unawatuna or Mirissa Beach.
Return to Colombo for departure or overnight stay

Sigiriya and Pidurangala Rock hikes