Ayubowan – Welcome to Sri Lanka!

• Upon your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by representatives of Real Lanka and transferred to Colombo.
• Then we will directly drive to your hotel in Anuradhapura, where you can check-in, recover from your flight and have nourishing dinner in the hotel.
• Next day in the morning after breakfast:
  • guided exploration of Anuradhapura’s ancient ruins
  • Morning visit to Sri Maha Bodhi pilgrimage site
  • Climb Mihintale for panoramic views
• After the activities your driver brings you to Sigiriya, where you also have dinner in the hotel.

Anuradhapura is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and most sacred cities, where ancient stupas, monasteries, and sacred trees tell the story of a civilization over 2,000 years old. Combined with Mihintale — the birthplace of Buddhism on the island — this area offers a deeply spiritual and grounding start to your journey.

Dive into the heart of Sri Lankan culture

• After breakfast in the hotel start your hike to Sigiriya Lions Rock or Pidurangala Peak.
• Take photos at one of the most stunning view points in Sri Lanka.
• Experience a traditional Sri Lankan Cooking class and demonstration to learn how to cook the best food in the world, which is also your dinner on this day.
• Next day after breakfast visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and proceed to Kandy, where you also have your dinner in the hotel.

Dambulla Cave/Golden Temple:
Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temple is a living Buddhist site featuring five cave shrines. Thousands of years ago, a massive rock was manually hollowed out to create these caves. Each cave houses its own temple, with intricately painted ceilings depicting Buddha, Bodhisattvas, and various deities.

Sigiriya Lion Rock:
Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an impressive rock fortress and temple complex atop a volcanic plateau. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” it features the remains of a giant lion-shaped entrance, palace ruins, exquisite frescoes, and expansive water and rock gardens.

Cultural Capital of Sri Lanka

• After the Breakfast visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
• Sunset at the Kandy Arthur’s seat view point.
• Witness the Kandy traditional dance show.
• Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy hotel.
• Next morning after breakfast take the train to Haputale to enjoy the breathtaking highlands of Sri Lanka.

Kandy – Nestled in a scenic valley surrounded by mountains, Kandy is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the cultural heart of Sri Lanka.
At the center lies the picturesque Kandy Lake (Kiri Muhuda). The city is best known for the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa).
Other highlights include the Royal Botanical Gardens, Bahirawakanda Temple, Udawattekele Sanctuary, the Ceylon Tea Museum, and Wales Park – perfect for a peaceful stroll.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic:
A visit to this sacred temple is a must when in Kandy. Known locally as Sri Dalada Maligawa, it is Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist site, dating back to the 16th century.
Located next to the former royal palace and overlooking Kandy Lake, the temple houses the sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha – a powerful symbol of Sinhalese identity and heritage.
Every day, thousands of pilgrims dressed in white bring lotus flowers and frangipani as offerings during traditional puja ceremonies. Although the relic itself is kept within a golden casket, visitors can view the inner shrine during these rituals.
Each year, the relic casket is paraded through the streets during the Esala Perahera – a spectacular 10-day festival and one of the most important Buddhist celebrations in the world.
Best time to visit: Morning or evening during puja ceremonies.

Arthur’s Seat:
Arthur’s Seat is a popular lookout southwest of Kandy, located on Rajapihilla Mawatha at 550 m (1,800 ft) above sea level. It offers panoramic views of Kandy Lake, Sri Dalada Maligawa, the Royal Palace, and the city center. According to local folklore, a British tea planter named Mr. Arthur once stood on a stone seat under a tree at his bungalow to admire the city.
The site attracts around 1,500 visitors per day during peak season (November to May) and 500 per day in the off-season. In 2016, a new viewing platform was built—a 35 m × 5 m concrete deck with a symbolic seat made from the original rock slab—despite protests from the City’s Heritage Committee over the loss of the historic stone seat.

Travel into Sri Lanka’s lush hill country

• After arriving in Haputale by train your driver take you to your hotel from the trainstation.
• Check-in in your Hotel visit a tea plantation in the highlands.
• Explore scenic waterfalls in Haputale and enjoy a delicious dinner in your hotel.
• Next day after breakfast proceed to Yala.

Lipton’s Seat
Once a favorite viewpoint of Sir Thomas Lipton, this scenic lookout near Haputale offers sweeping views over the surrounding tea plantations. Accessible by road or a scenic walk, it’s the perfect place to take in the beauty of Sri Lanka’s hill country—just as the famous tea pioneer once did.

Every safari is different, making each moment exciting and full of possibility

• Check-in in you hotel and take a little rest.
• Enjoy a unforgettable 1/2 day Safari at Yala National Park.
• When you come back let this beautiful day come to a end with a nourishing dinner.
• Next Day after breakfast transfer to Hikkaduwa.

Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s most visited and second-largest national park, located in the southeast of the island. It covers approximately 979 square kilometers and is known for its exceptional biodiversity and varied ecosystems, including dry forests, grasslands, lagoons, and coastal areas.
The park is particularly famous for having one of the highest densities of leopards (Panthera pardus kotiya) in the world, making it one of the best places globally to spot these elusive animals in the wild. In addition to leopards, Yala is home to large populations of elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and over 200 species of birds.
Divided into several zones, with Block 1 being the most frequently visited, Yala offers a true safari experience where wildlife sightings depend on natural movement rather than controlled conditions. This unpredictability, combined with its rich landscapes and abundant wildlife, makes every safari unique and deeply immersive.

Southern Coast Escape & Departure

• After the cultural journey, the experience continues with a 4-day yoga retreat at Blue Lotus Yoga House in Hikkaduwa.
• For four days and three nights you follow a gentle rhythm of Yoga, Meditation and Deep Relaxation practices.
• Optional add-on: Ayurvedic treatments, Surfing, Snorkeling, Diving and other activities in Hikkaduwa.
• Every morning you will enjoy a fresh and rich breakfast and in the evening a nourishing and healthy dinner in the Yoga House.
• After the Retreat your driver brings you back to the Airport for your departure.
• Hope to see you again soon!

Hikkaduwa
Located along Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Hikkaduwa is known for its laid-back beach atmosphere, vibrant marine life, and long stretches of golden beaches. The area is part of a marine sanctuary, with shallow coral reefs just offshore that attract snorkelers and divers from around the world.
Beyond the ocean, Hikkaduwa offers a lively yet relaxed coastal lifestyle, with beach cafés, small shops, and a mix of local and international influences. It’s a place where you can move between activity and stillness – from surfing and swimming to simply watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Blue Lotus Yoga House
Blue Lotus Yoga House is a peaceful retreat space designed for connection, presence, and inner balance. Surrounded by tropical nature and just a short distance from the ocean, it offers a calm and grounding environment away from the busier coastal areas.
With a focus on mindful living, yoga, and holistic wellbeing, the space invites you to slow down and reconnect – whether through daily practice, community experiences, or simply being in a tranquil, supportive setting. It’s a place that combines simplicity with intention, creating an atmosphere that feels both nurturing and deeply authentic.