9-Day Culture and Nature in Sri Lanka

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After breakfast, proceed on the journey to the majestic city of Sigiriya. After check-in at the hotel drive to the rural Hiriwaduna village. The trek begins with a beautiful walk along to a man-made reservoir. You will also experience a boat ride, bullock cart ride and a walk through lush green paddy fields.

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After an early breakfast, climb to Sigiriya Lion's Rock fortress, a palace built in the 5th century. Later proceed to Kandy which was the last kingdom. En-route, visit the Spice Garden for an introduction to Sri Lankan indigenous Ayurveda plants, spices and enjoy a free 15-minute Ayurveda massage. After lunch, visit the gem museum, batik factory and the wood carving factory followed by an entertaining Kandyan Cultural Dance Show performance.

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After breakfast, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy and take part in the daily morning veneration ceremony. Then make your way to Nuwara Eliya. En-route stop to see the breathtaking waterfalls such as Ramboda Falls and Lover's Leap Falls before hotel check-in. Later in the afternoon learn the full process of tea production at a Tea Factory, walk through a lush strawberry farm and take a scenic afternoon walk at the famous Gregory Lake.

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The Horton Plains National Park offers some great hiking opportunities over plateaus covered with grass, areas of thick forest, rocky landscape, waterfalls, and lakes. At Horton Plains you can visit Baker's falls, Chimney falls, the Mini World's End and World's End. The hike is about 9-10 km and takes approximately three hours to complete. The Horton Plains National Park is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region.

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After an early breakfast, proceed to Nanu Oya train station to embark the train to Ella. This train journey is known as one of the most scenic train rides in the world. The train to Ella will be sweeping through lush green meadows, beautiful tea plantations and picturesque misty mountains. Proceed to Yala after hailing at the Ella Railway station. Spend the rest of the afternoon at the tented safari camping site and enjoy the lush tropical greenery.

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It's an early start but well worth it. The early morning safari will start at 5.30 am. You'll witness the animal kingdom come to life as the golden rays of the sun light up the park. During the early morning safaris, you're more likely to spot the elusive leopard so cross your fingers and keep your eyes peeled! You will get close to exotic birds and different species of beasts including wild elephants, deer, wild boars, sambars, snakes and crocodiles. Proceed to Galle later in the day.

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Explore the Galle fort after breakfast. Built by the Dutch, beginning in 1663, Galle's core is the Fort, a walled enclave surrounded on three sides by the ocean. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this historic city is a delight to explore on foot, an endlessly exotic old trading port blessed with imposing Dutch-colonial buildings, ancient mosques and churches, grand mansions and museums. Wandering its rambling lanes you'll pass stylish cafes, quirky boutiques and impeccably restored hotels.