Sri Lankan Highlights & East Coast Discovery

A Gentle Journey Through Ancient Cities, Sacred Heritage & Sri Lanka’s Quiet Eastern Shores (Designed For Senior Citizens )

A 12-day journey combining Sri Lanka’s ancient cultural heartlands with the tranquil east coast beaches of Pasikuda. This itinerary moves from coastal wetlands to sacred ancient cities, then into relaxed beach living before returning through the island’s cultural triangle and capital. Designed for travellers seeking a balance of heritage, nature, and coastal calm, with enough time to truly experience each destination without rush.

Tour Highlights

Anuradhapura Sacred City Experience
Explore one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, featuring ancient stupas, monasteries, sacred reservoirs, and the revered Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, offering deep cultural and spiritual insight.

Pasikuda Bay Coastal Escape (Best season: April–September for calm seas)
Experience Sri Lanka’s most pristine shallow bay with crystal-clear waters, long reef-protected swimming areas, and relaxed beach leisure in one of the island’s quietest coastal regions.

Sigiriya Cultural & Village Experience
Optional soft climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress combined with village immersion, farming landscapes, and traditional Sri Lankan rural life experiences.

Minneriya Elephant Safari (Seasonal: July–October for Elephant Gathering)
Gentle jeep safari experience witnessing large elephant herds in open grasslands surrounding ancient reservoirs.

Kandy Sacred & Cultural Heritage
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Dalada Maligawa), experience Kandyan cultural traditions, and explore the hill capital’s spiritual atmosphere.

Tea Country Scenic Experience
Scenic hill-country journey with tea plantation visits.

Inclusions

  • Private vehicle and driver throughout
  • Al transfers
  • 11 nights accommodation on half board basis (breakfast & dinner)
  • All site and park entry feesGuided excursions as per itinerary
  • Pasikuda beach activities (subject to weather conditions)
  • 1L bottled water daily.

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

Itinerary

Arrival ➝ Negombo

Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to Negombo / Relax after travel by the beach or lagoon / Overnight in Negombo

Negombo ➝ Anuradhapura

Scenic drive inland to Anuradhapura / Arrival and relaxation in a cultural heritage setting / Overnight in Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura Sacred City Exploration

Visit sacred sites including ancient stupas, monasteries, reservoirs, and the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree / Slow-paced cultural exploration / Overnight in Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura ➝ Pasikuda (~4–5 hrs)

Scenic drive toward the east coast / Arrival in Pasikuda and beach relaxation / Overnight in Pasikuda

Pasikuda Beach Leisure Day

Full day at leisure on Pasikuda Bay / Optional swimming, beach walks, and light water activities in calm shallow waters (best season: April–September) / Overnight in Pasikuda

Pasikuda Relaxation & Coastal Experiences

Continued beach leisure / Optional snorkeling, paddleboarding, or catamaran sailing depending on conditions / Overnight in Pasikuda

Pasikuda ➝ Sigiriya

Inland transfer toward Cultural Triangle / Arrival and relaxed evening in nature surroundings / Overnight in Sigiriya

Sigiriya Cultural Experience

Optional visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress or soft village experience with rural landscapes and traditional activities / Overnight in Sigiriya

Sigiriya ➝ Kandy (via Cultural Route)

Scenic drive to Kandy with countryside views / Evening visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic / Overnight in Kandy

Kandy Cultural Day

Explore Kandy city, temple visit, and optional cultural dance performance / Relaxed lakeside evening / Overnight in Kandy

Kandy ➝ Colombo (Tea Experience Route)

Scenic journey toward Colombo via tea-growing regions with optional plantation stop and tasting experience / Arrival in Colombo / Overnight in Colombo

Colombo ➝ Departure

Optional city exploration, shopping, or seaside promenade depending on flight time / Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure

Get in Touch

Website

www.ventureceylon.com

Phone

+94 76 355 9006 | +971 56 623 7950