Road Rouch Tours

05-Days 04 Nights Sri Lanka Vacation Itinerary

Locations Covered Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Kandy, Colombo, airport drop

Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights

Activities by Location

Day 1: Arrival & Trincomalee Exploration

Morning:

Airport Pickup – Warm welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Transfer to Trincomalee (~6-hour drive).

Afternoon:

Koneswaram Temple – Visit this sacred Hindu temple with stunning ocean views from Swami Rock.
Fort Frederick – Explore the colonial fort built by the Portuguese and later used by the British.

Evening:

Nilaveli Beach – Relax at one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beaches or take a boat ride to Pigeon Island for snorkeling.
Overnight: Trincomalee.

Day 2: Trincomalee to Sigiriya

Morning:

Drive to Sigiriya (~2.5-hour drive).
Sigiriya Rock Fortress** – Climb this UNESCO World Heritage site to witness ancient rock art, royal gardens, and panoramic views.

Afternoon:

Minneriya National Park (optional) – Enjoy a safari to see wild elephants and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Dambulla Cave Temple – Explore the stunning rock temple complex filled with Buddha statues and paintings.
Overnight:Sigiriya.

Day 3: Sigiriya to Kandy

Morning:

Drive to Kandy (~2.5-hour drive).
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic** – Visit one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka.

Afternoon:

Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya** – Wander through the lush gardens featuring tropical flora.
Kandy Lake – Stroll around the tranquil Kandy Lake, located near the temple.

Evening:

Kandyan Cultural Dance Show – Witness an evening of traditional dance performances reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Kandy.
Overnight: Kandy.

Day 4: Kandy to Colombo

Morning:

Transfer to Colombo (~4-hour drive).
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (en route) – Stop by to see orphaned elephants being fed and bathed in the river.

Afternoon:

Colombo City Tour – Explore the capital's key landmarks.
Gangaramaya Temple – A significant Buddhist temple blending modern and traditional architecture.
Galle Face Green – Stroll along the scenic oceanfront promenade.
Independence Memorial Hall – Historical monument celebrating Sri Lanka’s independence.

Evening:

Shopping & Dining – Explore Pettah Market or the Colombo City Centre Mall for some local shopping and dining.
Overnight: Colombo.

Day 5: Departure

Airport Drop – Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure ight.