Tour Overview

Sri Lanka’s Northeast offers a cultural landscape unlike any other part of the island. Shaped by its proximity to India, the region has preserved a distinct identity, with influences from Tamil migrants who once settled there, blending Hindu traditions with Sri Lanka’s Buddhist heritage.

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Tour Highlights

  • Kalpitiya
  • Mannar
  • Jaffna
  • Nainativu Island
  • Delft Island
  • Kuchchaveli
  • Pasikudah
  • Arugam Bay
  • Kataragama
  • Yala National Park
  • Galle
  • Colombo

Day 1 – BIA to Kalpitiya

  •  A Warm Welcome to Sri Lanka
  • Meet and Greet at the Airport with Assistance from Our Representative
  • you’ll be transferred to Kalpitiya
  • Overnight stay will be in Kalpitiya

Welcome to Sri Lanka

Kalpitiya

Check into the Hotel

Day 2 – Mannar

  • Visit the revered National Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu
  • See the iconic ancient Baobab Tree
  • Explore Talaimannar New Lighthouse with panoramic coastal views
  • Discover the historic Mannar Dutch Fort
  • Witness the legendary Adam’s Bridge (Rama Setu) linking Sri Lanka and India
  • Experience the peaceful charm of Mannar’s coastal landscapes
  • Overnight stay in Mannar

Baobab Tree

Adam’s Bridge

Mannar’s coastal landscapes

Day 3 – Mannar to Jaffna

  • Comfortable overnight stay in Jaffna
  • Sacred visit to Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
  • Cultural exploration at Jaffna Museum
  • Sweet stop at Rio Ice Cream Bar
  • Iconic Jaffna Public Library visit
  • Historic walk through Jaffna Fort

Nallur Kovil

Jaffna Museum

Rio Ice Cream Bar

Day 4 – Jaffna

  • Scenic ferry ride to Nainativu Island
  • Visit the sacred Nagapooshani Amman Kovil
  • Blessings at the historic Nagadeepa Ancient Temple
  • Return to Jaffna for overnight stay

Ferry ride to Nainativu Island

Nagadeepa Ancient Temple

Evening at leisure

Day 5 – Jaffna

  • Early morning ferry ride from Kurikadduvan Jetty
  • Explore the historic Portuguese & Dutch Fort, the famous baobab tree, the Old Dutch Hospital, the Pigeon Nest, the Dutch Horse Stables, and the legendary Hanuman footprint.
  • Return to Jaffna for overnight stay

Delft Island

Hanuman footprints

Overnight Stay In Jaffna

Day 6 & 7 – Trincomalee

  • Relax on the pristine Kucchaveli Beach
  • Optional snorkeling & diving adventures
  • Excursion to Pigeon Island National Park
  • Explore vibrant coral reefs & marine life
  • Overnight stay in Trincomalee

Trincomalee Beach

snorkeling

Pigeon Island

Day 8 – Trincomalee to pasikudah

  • Explore the crystal-clear waters of Pasikudah Beach
  • Enjoy exciting water-based activities
  • Experience thrilling deep-sea whale watching
  • Relax and unwind at the luxury Uga Bay
  • Overnight stay in Pasikudah

Pasikudah Beach

whale-watching experience

overnight stay at Uga Bay

Day 9 – Arugambay

  • Stay in the laid-back coastal town of Arugam Bay
  • Witness a breathtaking sunrise by the ocean
  • Enjoy thrilling water sports & surfing
  • Stay overnight in Arugam Bay
 
 

Arugambay

Mesmerizing sunrise

Thrilling water sports.

Day 10 – Katharagama

  • Visit the sacred Kataragama Kovil
  • Experience the peaceful atmosphere of Kataragama town
  • Early-morning Yala National Park safari
  • Comfortable overnight stay at Katharagama

 

Katharagama Kovil

Yala Safari

Rasen Renaissance Hotel

Day 11 & 12 – Galle

  • Relaxing beach time in Galle
  • Enjoy authentic local cuisine
  • Visit to Modolduwa
  • Scenic boat ride on Madhu Ganga
  • Witness traditional stilt fishing in Hikkaduwa
  • Comfortable overnight stay in Galle

Galle

Modolduwa

Stilt fishing

Day 13 – Colombo

  • Leisure time in Colombo city
  • Guided Colombo city tour covering iconic landmarks
  • Exclusive dinner at Lotus Tower

 

Colombo City

Gangarama Temple

Lotus Tower

Day 14 – BIA

  • Hotel pickup and transfer to the airport
  • Smooth and comfortable departure arrangements
  • Farewell from Pure Lanka Journeys