Blissful Beginnings Tour
"Start your journey with serenity, culture, and charm — the perfect first step into paradise."
11-Day Tour: Negombo, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Peradeniya, Nuwara Eliya & Bentota
Duration
11 days
Tour Type
Serendiva Trails Round Tours
Location
Sri Lanka
Tour Summary
The Blissful Beginnings Tour offers a perfect mix of culture, nature, and beachside relaxation over 11 days. Explore iconic landmarks like Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, and the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. Enjoy wildlife safaris in Kaudulla, scenic mountain views in Nuwara Eliya, and unwind on the golden beaches of Bentota—making it an ideal getaway for first-time visitors to Sri Lanka.
Day 01 - Airport - Negombo
Welcome upon arrival at the Bandaranayke International Airport, by our Representative and transfer to the hotel in Negombo. Check in to the hotel. Evening relax at the hotel. Overnight stay in Negombo.
Goldi Sands Hotel – 4* – Standard Room
Day 02 - Negombo
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at leisure by the beach in Negombo. Overnight stay in Negombo.
Goldi Sands Hotel – 4* – Standard Room
Day 03 - Negombo - Sigiriya
After breakfast leave for Sigiriya, climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Rightly called a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the unofficial 8th world wonder, Sigiriya is a monument that provides one of the most dramatic sceneries in all of Sri Lanka overlooking acres of green jungles. The giant lion paws at the summit lead to the top of the cairn, a palace in the sky. As you step between the lion paws, imagine yourself entering the wide-open mouth of a lion, the carving hewn out of the face of Sigiriya, no more to be seen after so many centuries. The palace soon became a courtly paradise of elegant pavilions set amid gardens and pools.
To this day the most advanced technological apparatus and scientists are left baffled of the mechanics behind the hydraulic systems of the ponds at the water gardens still functioning perfectly. Could it be a valve through the interior of the rock or an act of God? The mystery still remains. The climb to the top could be weary but the sight it offers is worth the sweat. Acres and acres of greenery and the clear blue sky above you will be breath taking! For the old and not so strong, the gardens and ponds at the summit of the rocky boulder would offer a satisfying sight as well. Return back to the hotel & spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Kassapa Lions Rock – 3* – Standard Room
Day 04 - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Kadulla National Park
Breakfast at the hotel & proceed to Polonnaruwa. Visit Polonnaruwa, the next majestic city in 11th Century BC, after Anuradhapura. The glories of the past heyday is still visible in the archaeological treasures unearthed and resurrected. From the tall statue assumed to be of the Great King Parakramabahu to the famed Parakrama Samudraya which is as extensive as an ocean, Polonnaruwa has it all in a compact core. The glories of the past heyday is still visible in the archaeological treasures unearthed and resurrected. From the tall statue assumed to be of the Great King Parakramabahu to the famed Parakrama Samudraya which is as extensive as an ocean, Polonnaruwa has it all in a compact core. In the afternoon, take a jeep safari at Kaudulla national park.
A safari in the Kaudulla national park in Sri Lanka is a bucket-list aspiration for many tourists, which mean the place is an incredible wildlife spectacle. Located in the historic city of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka. Kaudulla national park presents an ample of opportunities for travelers to spot majestic elephants in their natural habitats. In addition to the elephants, sambar deer, Sri Lankan axis deer, chevrotain, wild boar, Asian spoonbill, grey-headed fish eagle, painted stork and openbill stork are common visuals at the park. Aside from these, one could rarely capture the glimpse of leopard and sloth bear in the forest. Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Kassapa Lions Rock – 3* – Standard Room
Day 05 - Sigiriya - Kandy - Peradeniya
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Kandy. Here is the last capital of the Sinhala monarchy veiled with white mist clinging to the top of the buildings. The most precious possession of Buddhists all over, the sacred tooth relic is enshrined at the temple of the tooth. Yet again one of Sri Lanka’s cities is acknowledged for its history naming it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A trip to Kandy is never complete without a stopover at the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. Visit the botanical gardens on your way. Many endemic, indigenous, exotic and endangered flora grow at this single space converting it to a National Park in Sri Lanka. The botanical garden is never empty! Scholars, as well as lovers, find Peradeniya to their advantage. Overnight stay in Kandy.
The Swiss Residence – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 06 - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast proceed to visit the Temple of the tooth relic. The delicate hill country breeze will kiss you as you begin your walk up to the Temple of the Tooth joining many more devotees clad in white, eagerly waiting their turn to hail the holy paragon. Legend says that the tooth relic was brought into the Kandy during the Portuguese era, hidden within the hair of Princess Hemamala accompanied by Prince Dantha. Since that day, the holy tooth relic has been guarded as one of the most sacred objects of Buddhists in the country. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the upper lake drive. Enjoy the truly unwise and ambiance of Kandy, and its sublime climate.
Afterward leave for Nuwara eliya, known as “Little England”. See the mountains covered with tea bushes and cascading waterfalls. Visit the tea plantation. Where the best tea in the world is produced. Watch the tea pluckers pick two leaves and a bud with deft hands. Stay overnight in Nuwara eliya.
Araliya Green Hills – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 07 - Nuwara Eliya - Bentota
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to the beach resort in South west coast, for your leisure beach stay. Check into the hotel & unwind. Overnight stay in Beach Hotel.
The palms Hotel – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 08 - Bentota
After the breakfast spend the days at leisure by the beach. The warmth of the sun kissed water of the Indian Ocean and the palm fringed pearly beach at South west cost beach is the perfect recipe to unwind and relax! ( Vehicle and driver will not be available on leisure days ).
The palms Hotel – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 09 - Bentota
After the breakfast spend the days at leisure by the beach. The warmth of the sun kissed water of the Indian Ocean and the palm fringed pearly beach at South west cost beach is the perfect recipe to unwind and relax! ( Vehicle and driver will not be available on leisure days )
The palms Hotel – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 10 - Bentota
After the breakfast spend the days at leisure by the beach. The warmth of the sun kissed water of the Indian Ocean and the palm fringed pearly beach at South west cost beach is the perfect recipe to unwind and relax! ( Vehicle and driver will not be available on leisure days )
The palms Hotel – 4* – Deluxe Room
Day 11 - Bentota - Airport
Departure to the airport in time for your onward flight.
City cover -
Negombo/ Sigiriya/ Polonnaruwa/ Kandy/ Peradeniya/ Nuwara Eliya/ Bentota
Tour Map
TOUR PACKAGES INCLUDES
- Meeting at the airport upon arrival and assistance during the stay.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle according to the itinerary.
- Service of an English Speaking chauffer up to 6 pax and Guide service included from 7 pax onwards.
- Accommodation at the Hotels as selected by you when requesting the quotation on Single, Double/Twin, Triple sharing.
- Meal plan according to the itinerary, half board (dinner and breakfast included) will start from the dinner on the arrival day and ends with Breakfast on departure. Full board (Lunch, dinner and breakfast included) will start from Lunch on arrival day and ends with breakfast on departure.
- Two water bottles per day during tour
TOUR PACKAGES EXCLUDES
- International Air Fare.
- Peak period supplements.
- Entrance fees to parks and archaeological sites not entered for quote in the itinerary.
- Jeep charges, boat charges not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Permits for photos / videos, tips and extras where applicable.
- Optional excursions and additional services not covered by the program.
PCR, ETA and Travel Insurance payment. - Early check in and late check out. Check in at hotels is expected no earlier than 14:00 hours. The checkout is categorically expected by 11:00.
APPLICABLE SUPPLEMENTS
Following supplements are not included in the quotation and will notify you at the confirmation stage.
- Christmas Gala dinner supplement.
- New Year Gala dinner supplement.
- Sinhalese new year period supplement.
- Kandy Esala perhara period supplement.
- Cricket tournament period supplement.
- Any other seasonal peak supplement.
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