SS HORIZON TOURS
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), where our chauffeur will warmly receive you. Travel to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Continue to Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO site dating back to the 1st century BC. Explore five caves adorned with murals and over 150 Buddha statues, including a striking golden Buddha at the entrance. Arrive in Sigiriya by evening. Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
✈️ Airport → 🐘 Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage → 🕍 Dambulla Cave Temple → 🌅 Arrival in Sigiriya → Overnight stay.
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, discover frescoes, the Mirror Wall, and the ruins of the palace. Travel continue to Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital, with highlights such as the Royal Palace, Gal Vihara, and Lotus Pond. Return to Sigiriya for overnight stay.
⛰️ Sigiriya Rock Fortress → 🏛️ Polonnaruwa ruins → Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Heading north to Anuradhapura, one of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals. Tour highlights include the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, Abhayagiri Monastery, and the Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna). Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.
🌳 Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi → 🕍 Ruwanwelisaya Stupa → 🏯 Abhayagiri Monastery → 💧 Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna) → Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.
Continue to Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka, en route stopping at a spice garden in Matale to learn about medicinal plants and Ayurveda. In the evening, enjoy a cultural dance performance in Kandy. Overnight stay in Kandy.
🌿 Spice Garden in Matale → 🚗 Drive to Kandy → 🎭 Kandyan cultural dance show → Overnight stay in Kandy.
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a revered Buddhist shrine within the royal palace complex. Stroll through the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, home to thousands of plant species including orchids. Drive through scenic tea country to Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England” for its colonial charm and cool climate. En route, stop at a tea plantation and factory to learn about tea production and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Ceylon tea. On arrival, visit Gregory Lake, a tranquil reservoir built in 1873. Spend the evening exploring Nuwara Eliya’s colonial architecture, markets, or golf course. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
🙏 Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic → 🍃 Royal Botanical Gardens → 🚗 Road journey through tea country → 🍃 Tea plantation & factory visit → 🌊 Gregory Lake → 🏡 Colonial charm → Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Drive through scenic mountain roads to Ella, a charming hill country village. On arrival, explore Ella’s landmarks: Little Adam’s Peak – a short hike with panoramic views, Nine Arches Bridge – a colonial era railway bridge surrounded by lush greenery and Ella Viewpoint to enjoy sweeping vistas of valleys and tea estates. Overnight stay in Ella.
🚗 Drive through tea country → ⛰️ Little Adam’s Peak → 🌉 Nine Arches Bridge → 🌊 Ella Viewpoint → Overnight stay in Ella.
Travel to Mirissa, a coastal town known for its beaches. Visit Coconut Tree Hills and Parrot Rock, both offering stunning ocean views. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or enjoying water sports. Overnight stay in Mirissa.
🌴 Coconut Tree Hills → 🌊 Parrot Rock → 🏖️ Mirissa Beach → Overnight stay in Mirissa.
Rise early for a whale watching excursion, with chances to see blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins. Return to Colombo. Discover the capital’s highlights: the National Museum, Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, the bustling Pettah Market and Galle Face Green. Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight. As one Sri Lankan chapter ends, countless memories await beyond the Horizon.
🐋 Whale watching excursion → Heading to Colombo → 🏛️ National Museum → 🕍 Gangaramaya Temple → 🏞️ Independence Square → 🛍️ Pettah Market → 🌅 Galle Face Green → ✈️ Airport transfer for departure.