Heritage & Northern
Circuit
Discover Sri Lanka's heritage trail through Anuradhapura, the Tamil culture of Jaffna, Sigiriya, the white sands of Nilaveli and the hill capital of Kandy.
What makes
Heritage & Northern Circuit special
Discover Sri Lanka's heritage trail through Anuradhapura, the Tamil culture of Jaffna, Sigiriya, the white sands of Nilaveli and the hill capital of Kandy.
- 01HighlightSacred city of Anuradhapura
- 02HighlightTwo nights in Jaffna — Tamil heritage and Delft Island
- 03HighlightTwo nights in the Sigiriya region
- 04HighlightTwo nights on Nilaveli beach
- 05HighlightKandy and the Temple of the Tooth
- 06HighlightColombo city tour before departure
Your itinerary,
unfolded slowly.
A considered rhythm of movement and stillness — each day shaped to leave room for the unscripted moments that become the memory.
of travel
- 01Day 1 · Negombo
Arrival
Airport pickup and transfer to a beachside hotel in Negombo.
Meals—StayNegombo - 02Day 2 · Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Drive to Anuradhapura. Explore Sri Lanka's first ancient capital.
MealsBreakfastStayAnuradhapura - 03Day 3 · Jaffna
Jaffna
Drive north to Jaffna, the heart of Tamil culture.
MealsBreakfastStayJaffna - 04Day 4 · Jaffna
Jaffna exploration
Visit Nallur Kovil, Jaffna Fort and an excursion to Delft Island.
MealsBreakfastStayJaffna - 05Day 5 · Sigiriya
Sigiriya
Travel south to Sigiriya. Climb the rock fortress.
MealsBreakfastStaySigiriya - 06Day 6 · Sigiriya
Cultural Triangle
Dambulla cave temple, Polonnaruwa or a Minneriya safari.
MealsBreakfastStaySigiriya - 07Day 7 · Nilaveli
Nilaveli
Drive to Nilaveli on the east coast. Beach time.
MealsBreakfastStayNilaveli - 08Day 8 · Nilaveli
Nilaveli Beach
Snorkel at Pigeon Island and relax on the beach.
MealsBreakfastStayNilaveli - 09Day 9 · Kandy
Kandy
Drive to Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Tooth and a cultural dance show.
MealsBreakfastStayKandy - 10Day 10 · Colombo
Colombo
Drive to Colombo. City tour — Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face and Pettah markets.
MealsBreakfastStayColombo - 11Day 11 · Airport
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
MealsBreakfastStay—
What's Included
Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast (B/B) basis
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Services of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
Airport pickup and drop-off
Bottled water throughout the journey
Exclusions
International airfare and Sri Lanka visa (ETA)
Lunches and dinners unless specified
Entrance fees to sites and parks
Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
Glimpses from
the road
Quiet hours, golden light, and the small details we keep coming back for — collected frame by frame along the way.
Accommodation on B/B basis, an air-conditioned vehicle, and the services of a chauffeur guide for the full duration of the tour.
Yes — every itinerary is a starting point. Tell us your interests, pace and budget and we'll tailor it for you.
Message us on WhatsApp at +94 77 863 9852 or email travelwithishanofficial@gmail.com and we'll confirm dates and a quote.
Let's plan your Heritage & Northern Circuit
Tell us your dates and we'll craft a no-obligation quote within 24 hours. Every itinerary is customised — swap nights, add experiences, or build something completely your own.
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