Day 1, 2 & 3Upon arriving in Sri Lanka, transfer directly to the Cultural Triangle village of Habarana where you will stay three nights at Chaaya Village. The next morning, explore Polonnaruwa’s ancient ruins on bicycle, riding along a jungle trail. Polonnaruwa became Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital in 1073 and remained the capital until the late 13th century. Today, these ruins provide a fascinating insight into a sophisticated ancient civilization. Polonnaruwa’s size makes it ideal for getting around easily by bike.

Explore Dambulla’s cave temple with its rock ceiling a sweep of colorful frescoes, some of which dates back to over 2,000 years. This cave temple has the largest number of Buddha statues all housed in one place, including a 14 meter long, colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha carved out of the rock. Located nearby is the Sigiriya Rock Fortress built in the 5th century by King Kasyapa, considered by some to be the Eighth Wonder of the World. We also recommend an elephant safari where you are taken on elephant back along a jungle path and across shallow rivers.

Day 4 & 5Leave early morning and travel passed Kandy to the Knuckles mountains where you will spend two nights at the Rangala House situated in the small village of Bobebilla about an hour away from Kandy. Explore the immediate surroundings and the nearby Dukwari Tea estate and tea factory.

The Knuckles range consists of five mountain peaks with the highest point about 6,000 ft above sea level spanning over an extensive region covering 155 sq.km of the island. A wide variety of rare and endemic flora and fauna makes this wilderness area a storehouse of rich biodiversity. Trek through dense forests, along rivers and waterfalls, past tea plantation and terraced paddy fields. Visit the Deenstone Park, 'Mini World's End', and Corbet's Gap with nature trails and magnificent views.

The Victoria Golf and Country Club located 45 minutes away, offers a wide range of recreational facilities including an 18-hole golf course, Putting green and practice range, floodlit tennis court, and Saddle club and horse safaris.

Day 6 & 7Much adventure awaits you this morning as you head off to the central highlands to climb the sacred Adam’s Peak. We recommend that you hop on aboard a train and head to the tea-growing highlands through a romantic landscape that stirs the senses. The highlands are a land of lush tea plantations, majestic peaks and rushing waterfalls. Hop off the train at Hatton and travel to Dalhousie which is the starting point of the Adam’s Peak climb. Here you will spend the next two nights at the Slightly Chilled Yellow House overlooking the Kelani River and close to the magnificent Adam’s Peak Mountain. The surrounding forest reserve is home to numerous species of birds and butterflies - a nature lover’s dream.

Adam’s Peak is visited by thousands of pilgrims from many faiths as well as travellers in search of an enriching experience. The hike upto the peak will take approximately 2.5 hours. The climb is possible from December to April and best attempted at night where you reach the mountaintop to see the sunrise and the breath taking views. Other excursions include walking through a tea plantation and tea factory, and exploring Dalhousie’s rural village.

Day 8Today you cycle through Hatton to the western foothills of the central highlands for your overnight stay in Kitulgala. This is an area with tropical rainforests, winding rivers and an undulating terrain. Kitulgala owes its popularity to the Kelani River which offers exciting Grade 3 rapids for rafting. The calm sections of the river meander through jungle-clad mountains, low country tea and rubber plantations. You will stay overnight at the Plantation Hotel perched right on the banks of the Kelani River.

Day 9Travel to the Uda Walawe National Park in the south-central region for an adventurous camping safari organised by Eco Team. According to Wildlife reports there are about 500 elephants in the park and they often roam in herds of up to 100. Leopards, buffalo, deer and sloth bears keep them company along with mongooses, bandicoots, foxes, water monitor lizards and crocodiles. Visit the Elephant Transit Camp at Uda walawe run by Sri Lanka’s Wildlife Department. Here about 22 young elephants mostly babies, who have been orphaned or recovering from injuries, are being kept before release into the wild.

Day 10 & 11Today you head to the southern fishing village of Tangalle with secluded cove-like beaches and turquoise waters. Relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of an area that has thus far been spared the large-scale package hotel developments seen further up the coast. Spend two nights at Mangrove Garden, situated surrounded by mangroves, lagoons and a five km stretch of secluded beach. Go on a ferry ride along the lagoon where numerous species of water birds can be spotted along the mangroves. Visit Rakuwa, a small fishing village situated a short walk along the beach where a fascinating Marine Turtle Conservation project is helping to save this endangered species.

Other attractions nearby, include Yala National Park located 90-minute drive away. With a total protected area of 126,768 hectares, Yala consists of scrub plains, lagoons and rocky sections and offers the broadest cross-section of the country’s flora and fauna. In terms of game-viewing this is probably the best place to see all of the ‘big three’: elephant, leopard and water buffalo. It is estimated that Yala is home to about 35 Leopard making it one of the world's densest leopard populations. However, they are not always easy to spot. Countless other animals including sloth bear, deer, wild boar, crocodiles, monkeys and numerous species of birds can also be seen.

Day 12, 13 & 14head along the south coast to Mirissa where you will stay your final three nights the Palace, an upmarket cabana-style guesthouse located high up on a headland with sweeping views of Mirissa’s golden beaches.

Based at Mirissa Harbour, Mirissa Water Sports also offers exciting water sports activities such as sailing, fishing, coastal cruises, river trips, sea kayaking, snorkeling and boating activities. The south of Sri Lanka beyond Dondra is considered one of the best locations in the world for spotting Blue Whales, Sperm Whales and Spinner Dolphins. These gigantic marine mammals can be spotted in the deep seas off the southern coastal towns of Galle, Mirissa and Kirinda. Whale watching excursions into the deep seas is organised by Mirissa Water Sports during the season from December to April when the seas are calm. Mirissa Water Sports is a charitable organization helping to generate employment for the youth from the tsunami affected coastal areas.

We also recommend a visit to the historic city of Galle and its 17th century Dutch Fort – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Much of the old Fort, a small walled city with about 300 homes and an old-world feel, still remain with its well preserved bastions, public buildings, churches, lighthouse and a maze of narrow streets.