North East Explorer

On arrival, the clients will be met by the Steuart Holidays chauffeur guide and will be transferred to Marawila.

Located in the coastal district of Puttalam, Marawila provides for an ideal stopover for the traveller. Encompassing a picturesque shoreline, the Marawila Beach is best for the ultimate relaxing getaway. A suitable spot for the curious wanderer, Marawila is the ideal base to visit important cultural sites such as the Munneswaram Temple.

Overnight stay in Marawila.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Anuradhapura.

The first and the longest reigning kingdoms in the history of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Encompassing a vast number of vestiges, tanks, gardens and more, the city is a haven for the culture thirsty traveller. As its heritage is linked with the very institution of Buddhism, there are several sacred sites for you to discover.

Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast, check out and proceed to the city of Jaffna. En-route you will be able to do a little more sightseeing of the enigmatic city of Anuradhapura.

Overnight stay in Jaffna.

After breakfast, proceed on a city tour in Jaffna.

The serene city of Jaffna is a captivating feature of the North. Complete with history and mystical tales, the region is set to enthrall both the native and the global holidaymaker. Significant sites in the region include the famous Nallur Temple, the Nilavarai Bottomless Well, the series of Stupa’s in Kandarodai and more.

Overnight stay in Jaffna.

After breakfast, proceed to Kurikadduwan, the KKD jetty which is on the Punkudativu Island. Here you will be ferried to the beautiful Delft Island.

Referred as Neduntivu by locals, the island of Delft is known for their resident wild ponies. Displaying a picturesque coastal strip, Delft islet requires nearly an hour of a ferry ride from the jetty. The interior of the island boasts of a few key edifices including a Portuguese Fort that is believed to be made out of limestone and coral.

After your enchanting visit, you have the choice chartering a ferry to Nagadeepa.

Overnight stay in Jaffna.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Trincomalee.

Exuding history and oceanic splendour, the region of Trincomalee is visually mesmerising. Preserving a natural deep-water harbour, the city since early times was known to be a commercial city. Blessed with few of the most beautiful beaches of Sri Lanka - Passikudah and Kalkduah, Trincomalee is the idyllic exotic escape for the summer loving vacationer.

Overnight stay in Trincomalee.

After breakfast, proceed on your tour. Visit important sites such as the Dutch Fort, the Koneswaram Temple, Lovers Leap and the Kanniya Hot Wells.

Overnight stay in Trincomalee.

After breakfast, proceed to the Pigeon Island National Park.

A notable marine national park in Sri Lanka, Pigeon island is a spectacular treat for the global traveller! Positioned about a kilometre from the Nilaveli Island, Pigeon Island is surrounded by crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean. Comprising of a large and small island, the national park boasts of a distinct marine ecology that hosts over one hundred species.

Overnight stay in Trincomalee.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Habarana. En-route, stop at Polonnaruwa to explore its remnants.

Exhibiting a keen selection of well-preserved edifices, Polonnaruwa is a riveting excursion for visitors. Succeeding the Anuradhapura Kingdom, Polonnaruwa was the second reigning ancient capital. Showcasing the state-of-the-art hydraulic prowess of the rulers of Polonnaruwa realm, the region is complete with a vast number of tanks and pools.

Overnight stay in Habarana.

After breakfast, proceed to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Fascinating both the native and international traveller, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a magnificent example of early military architecture. Built on a boulder, the citadel is finished with gardens, water pools, mirrored walls, murals and poetry. Consumed with an intriguing tale of patricide, war and fear, Sigiriya is a bewitching adventure for anyone!

Conclude your exciting day by visiting Hiriwaduna Village. Here, you will be able to experience the everyday life in a Sri Lankan village. Learn to make a delectable Sri Lankan meal utilizing fresh ingredients, traditional crockery and cooking methods, still used by inhabitants of the locale.

Overnight stay in Habarana.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Kandy. En-route, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple.

Tracing its lineage to 3rd century BC, the Dambulla Cave Temple is a vital cultural site. There are five caves here and each of them maintain a vast number of statues of Lord Buddha, Brahmi inscriptions and more. Revered as a world heritage site, the Dambulla Cave Temple hosts exemplary Buddhist Architecture.

Overnight stay in Kandy.

After breakfast, proceed on your tour of Kandy.

The last stronghold of the Sinhalese kingdom, Kandy retains a vibrant heritage. Conserving a distinct cultural identity, the art and architecture found here is unique and exquisite. The region is most famous for being the home of the sacred tooth relic. As a result, Kandy is referred to as the culture capital of Sri Lanka.

Your schedule will consist of visits to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the Peradeniya Botanical Garden and the cultural dance show later in the day.

Overnight stay in Kandy.

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Colombo.

A multicultural hub, Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. The city along with a unique identity maintains a prolific past. Finished with historical and contemporary buildings, Colombo is an interesting haul for travellers. For a variety of cuisine both local and international, bars, cafes and night club, make your way to Colombo.

Overnight stay in Colombo.

After breakfast, check out and leave for the airport to meet your departure flight.