Active and Relaxing Tour in Sri Lanka

Come and Relax, enjoy peaceful moments in peaceful places in Sri Lanka. If you join with us, you are able to visit lots of wonderful places and get a relaxing, thrilling, exciting, adventurous experience. So whichever you prefer, we have a great tour to suit you.

At a Glance

Trip Length

12 Days

Price

When to go

Any time of the year

Transfers

Airport/Hotel – Tour Attractions – Airport/Hotel

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Not to miss in this tour

Experience a typical countryside Sri Lankan lunch at Farmer's house

Traversing tea plantations, refreshing watercourses and dense forests in Knuckles mountain range

Visit one of Sri Lanka's most impressive view point in Lipton Seat

Relax at the beautiful and nature beach side of the south cost in Mirissa

Dambulla / Sigiriya

After you exit the Bandaranaike International Airport, your personal Passion Tours Guide will take you to a luxurious and comfortable vehicle and drive you to Dambulla – which will be your first stop for this Active & Relaxing Tour in Sri Lanka.

In the evening you can walk around by foot or bike the Kandalama Lake in beautiful nature until sunset.

On Day 2: In the morning you will visit Sigiriya sanctuary area for bird watching Safari with an extra Guide who will show you in the morning the wide variety of beautiful birds in Sri Lanka. After that there is a small climbing activity where you can explore the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, which was built from ancient times and is now a World Heritage Site.

You will visit the Sigiriya Village tour. Bullock Cart is ancient Sri Lanka’s one of the major transportation systems. Then, You can experience the traditional Sri Lankans transportation system and in the meantime you will experience green paddy fields in the Habarana Area.

Then You can ride a boat, during catamaran boat riding Can see Sigiriya Rock & Pidurangala rock in the away. The best and amazing scenery is Sigiriya and green bushes / endemic birds.

You will visit Farmer’s house. Indeed, you can experience typical Sri Lankan countryside hospitality at his house. Then, after you can walk through his farm. After a Short time, you can experience different types of cultivation methods and vegetables. In the end, you can experience a typical countryside Sri Lankan lunch at Farmer’s house.

At Evening Pidurangala Rock: Temple built on a rock. Historic exploration on the way and stunning views at the top over the landscape and the Sigiriya Lion Rock. (not overcrowded and hardly any tourists, best panorama)

You will stay at Cinnamon Lodge Habarana for two nights.

Knuckles Mountain Range

In the morning with pleasant temperatures you climb up to Sigiriya Rock: a rock fortress built by an ancient Sinhalese King. Ruins and a fantastic panoramic view at the top will be astonished. Visit to Sri Lanka’s largest vegetable and fruit market (if desired).

On the way Stops Matale Hindu Temple. The temple is dedicated to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility. This temple is used by both Hindus and Buddhists. It is a magnificent colourful temple, with tall towers, intricate carvings and realistic statues of deities and goddesses. Knuckles range is your next destination.

You will stay at Wild Glamping Knuckles for the two nights. Situated amongst undulating hills and a lush verdant landscape.

On Day 4 Commence the trek before the sun peeps through the clouds, and enter the forest reserve with one of our experienced naturalists waiting to share his knowledge with you.

Although trekking in Knuckles mountain range can be challenging, with a hike of 12 km to reach the peak, this nature trail is a well-worth adventure of 7-8 hours. Traversing tea plantations, refreshing watercourses and dense forests, the trail offers you several viewpoints that let your eyes feast on many picture-perfect panoramas.

Kandy / Kitulgala

The next morning, visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, where you can be blessed by Buddhist monks. Observe the religious life of the present and learn about the culture and traditions of Buddhism. Then Walk around Kandy Lake and City later Visit Kandy View Point.

Kitulgala is your next destination, just 2 hours from Kandy. Where your Rafting adventure starts the next day.

You will stay at Palm stone Retreat in Kitulgala for the night.

Kitulgala / Nuwara Eliya

At Morning Experience White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. The distance covered is around 5 KMs. The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience during your White Water Rafting Tour in Kitulgala.

After that the trek to natural rock pools and waterfalls of Kataran-Oya. There are 7 natural pools which are extremely beautiful and a gift of nature. You will do these Activities; Sliding down an inclined 05 meter water fall with safety gear, into the rock pool, A confidence jump with safety to a beautiful natural rock pool, Swimming in the cool and clean waters of the rain forest.

Get the delicious and authentic Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch. Afterwards, on the way to Nuwara Eliya, you will be able to admire the Clairs Falls and Devon Falls waterfalls.

You will be staying and relaxing in Heritance Tea Factory in Nuwara Eliya for the night.

Ella Sightseeing

In Nuwara Eliya after the Sightseeing with “Little England” you will be driven to the Nanu Oya train station for your train ride to Ella. This is a ride during which you must do nothing but sit back, relax, and enjoy the most breathtaking scenery. In the evening walk through the small town of Ella.

Your luxury accommodation for the night is 98 Acres Resort & Spa in Ella.

On Day 8: In the Morning visit to Lipton’s Seat. There is a fantastic panoramic view over the tea plantations (only in the morning without fog and with the best view). Visit the Nine Arch Bridge. It’s one of the engineering marvels of the early 20th century.

Visit the Rawana Waterfall. It’s a good idea to start an evening hike to the Little Adam’s Peak through the beautiful tea plantations and enjoy the best views of the Ella Gap.

Yala National Park

Drive to the Diyaluma waterfall, hike to the waterfall with an incredible view (220 m high and the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka, with only barely / no tourists, a real “hidden place”).

After that you will drive to Tissamaharamaya on the edge of Yala National Park. About 2 hours’ drive you will reach Cinnamon Wild Yala, your hotel for the night.

Mirissa / Galle

In the early morning a jeep safari is waiting for you to explore the Yala National Park, which you will surely not forget. Be fascinated by the wildlife of Sri Lanka on the Jeep safari and observe the rarest animals.

You will depart from Ella to the most popular beach area Mirissa.

Let the murmur of the azure ocean waters and warm tropical sun escort you to a serene hideaway in a corner of the southern Sri Lankan coastal belt. In Mirissa, where you will spend the next Three days relaxing in Sri Sharavi beach Villas & Spa in Mirissa. It is the epitome of exclusivity. Refreshingly modern, yet consciously sustainable, it is truly unique among Mirissa hotels. Dinner and breakfast are once again included.

Day 11: At Morning Visit of Galle Dutch Fort & Old Town after that boat safari on the Koggala River through the lagoons and mangroves with a visit to cinnamon island, Bird island and Temple island. On the way to Mirissa you can visit the Turtle Hatchery.

At Evening relax and bathe on the dream beach of Mirissa

Transfer to Airport/Hotel

Your last day of the Active & Relaxing tour has now come to an end and your personal Passion-Tours guide will take you to the Airport or the booked beach hotel.

If you want to make further changes, please contact us. We will then tailor-made the itinerary for you. Our Passion-Tours team is looking forward to hearing from you!

Places you will stay

CINNAMON LODGE HABARANA

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is located at the heart of Sri Lanka's world famous cultural triangle where history, time and tradition meet. Situated amidst green forests, hotel is a 25-minute drive away from Minneriya National Park.
Wild Glamping Knuckles

Wild Glamping offers an atypical camping experience among other Knuckles hotels in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. Featuring ten exceptionally designed luxury tents positioned ideally amidst the hazy hills, the campsite allows guests to indulge in nature whilst enjoying modern comforts.
Palmstone Retreat in Kitulgala

Situated in dense rain forest of Kitulgala, Palmstone Retreat offers the benefits of an outdoor swimming pool, a waterfall and a spectacular view of nature.
Heritance Tea Factory in Nuwara Eliya

Located 2.5 hours away from the hill capital, Kandy, Heritance Tea Factory Offers you the ultimate colonial- style stay experience enhanced by the tea plantation and the misty mountains.
Cinnamon Wild Yala

Only a 5-minute drive from the famous Yala National Park is Cinnamon Wild Yala. It features chalets with private balconies and free Wi-Fi. It features an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
Sri sharavi beach Villas & Spa

Let the murmur of the azure ocean waters and warm tropical sun escort you to a serene hideaway in a corner of the southern Sri Lankan coastal belt. Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spa is the epitome of exclusivity.