9-Day SIC Tour

Description

Travel smart and social with our Seat-in-Coach group adventures! Explore Sri Lanka’s top highlights alongside fellow travelers — from ancient cities like Anuradhapura and Sigiriya to the cultural capital Kandy and the misty tea country of Nuwara Eliya. Ride the scenic train to Ella, enjoy wildlife encounters in Yala, and walk through the timeless streets of Galle Fort. Designed for comfort, affordability, and connection, this journey offers the perfect balance of shared experiences, iconic sights, and cultural richness.

Location Map

Tour Timeline

  • 1
    Day 1: Arrival & Negombo Orientation

    Morning: Meet-up in Negombo; briefing.

    Afternoon: Negombo market and beach stroll.

    Evening: Group dinner.

    Overnight : Negombo.

  • 2
    Day 2: Anuradhapura Full Day (Shared Coach)

    Morning:Drive to Anuradhapura. Guided exploration of the ancient city.

    Afternoon: Continue to Polonnaruwa with guided site walk.

    Evening : Check into Sigiriya area lodge.

    Overnight : Sigiriya.

  • 3
    Day 3: Sigiriya & Dambulla

    Morning: Sigiriya climb and guided commentary.

    Afternoon: Dambulla Cave Temple and cultural village show.

    Evening : Rest at the lodge.

    Overnight : Sigiriya.

  • 4
    Day 4: Kandy City Tour

    Morning: Drive to Kandy; stop at spice garden.

    Afternoon: Temple of the Tooth and Kandy city walk.

    Evening : Group Kandyan cultural show.

    Overnight : Kandy.

  • 5
    Day 5: Royal Botanical Gardens & Workshops

    Morning: Peradeniya botanical gardens visit with scavenger-hunt style activity for kids.

    Afternoon: Family batik or pottery workshop in Kandy.

    Evening : Early dinner and rest.

    Overnight : Kandy.

  • 6
    Day 6: Scenic Train to Ella & Local Walks

    Morning: Scenic train to Ella; free time at Nine Arch bridge.

    Afternoon: Short easy hikes and local markets.

    Evening : Transfer to Yala area.

    Overnight : Yala.

  • 7
    Day 7: Yala Safari

    Morning:Full-day safari operations (morning and afternoon drives optional). Yala is a top choice for wildlife watchers.

    Afternoon:Return to lodge and relax.

    Evening : Travel toward Galle or overnight in Yala depending on schedule.

    Overnight : Yala or Galle.

  • 8
    Day 8: Galle Fort & Coastal Time

    Morning:Walk Galle Fort ramparts and the museum.

    Afternoon: Time at beach (Hikkaduwa/Bentota) for a swim or coral viewing.

    Evening : Group farewell dinner in Galle.

    Overnight : Galle.

  • 9
    Day 9: Transfer to Airport & Departure

    Morning:Drive to Bandaranaike Airport with stops for last-minute shopping en route. Typical transfer time from Negombo area is ~20–40 minutes from the airport depending on traffic; Negombo to CMB is around 11–13 km.

    Afternoon: Departures.

    Evening : Flight home.