Day 1, 2, 3 & 4Upon arriving in Sri Lanka, transfer directly to Heritance Kandalama located in the Cultural Triangle in the North Central province. Once here, relax and unwind amidst tropical wilderness and the vast Kandalama reservoir. Next morning visit Polonnaruwa which became Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital till the late 13th century. Today, the ancient city’s ruins remain in remarkably good nick, and are a fascinating site to visit. The most impressive are the ancient sculptures of Lord Buddha at the Gal Vihara cut into Granite stone dating back to the middle of the 12th century. The entire sculpture consists of four colossal statues of Buddha - a samadhi image in meditation posture, a seated Buddha image inside a cave, a standing Buddha image which is 23 ft in height, and recumbent Buddha image measuring 46 ft, depicting the passing away.

(Riding Day): After breakfast, ride from Kandalama through paddy fields, bush jungle and orchards. Picnic en route, watch the horses bathe in the lake and eat under the shade of an orchard grove. In the evening ride around an area where elephants are common. Return to the hotel. (Riding: 4 hrs, 25-30kms)

(Riding Day): In the morning, ride in the elephant corridor area over plains, paddy fields, villages and ancient temples towards the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Sigiriya Rock fortress is one of the most dramatic, inspiring and beautiful historical locations in the world. A mythical past of feuding dynasties suits Sigiriya’s striking setting- it was built in 5th century AD by king, Kasyapa, as a fortress-palace. Worthy of being called the “8th wonder of the world”, Sigiriya is Sri Lanka’s answer to the Taj Mahal and will astonish anyone with its outstandingly beautiful views, staggering engineering and peerless design. Picnic lunch en route, beside a gushing stream before mounting to continue the trek. Return to Kandalama. (Riding: 4 hrs, 30kms)

Day 7 & 8head back to Colombo for your final two nights stay at the Brown’s Beach hotel in the north west coastal town of Negombo just 30 minutes from the international airport. Join the fisherman on a catamaran as it sets sail in to the sunset or take boat ride along the centuries old Dutch canals that winds through Negombo’s quaint town. Experience Negomob’s Colonial heritage including Catholic churches and the ruins of the Dutch Fort.