Vacay Sri Lanka™
East Coast Escape
Discover Sri Lanka's stunning east coast, famous for pristine beaches, calm turquoise waters, marine parks, and relaxed
tropical vibes.
East Coast Escape is an 8-day summer sunshine retreat, engineered for travelers visiting between May and September seeking turquoise calm seas, pristine white-sand beaches, world-class snorkeling, and rich eastern culture.
Tour Overview
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Best Season: May to September
Travel Pacing: Relaxed & Marine-Focused
Ideal For: Summer holidaymakers, families, snorkelers, and sunseekers
Key Highlights
Calm Turquoise Bays: Bask on the powdery white sands of Nilaveli and Uppuveli beaches in Trincomalee during the sunny eastern summer season.
Pigeon Island Coral Snorkeling: Snorkel among shallow coral reefs, blacktip reef sharks, and sea turtles at Pigeon Island National Park.
Sacred Cliffside Temples: Visit the historic Koneswaram Hindu Kovil perched atop Swami Rock overlooking Trincomalee’s natural harbor.
Hot Springs & Heritage Forts: Explore the therapeutic Kanniya Hot Springs and the 17th-century colonial Fort Frederick.
Elephant Gathering Transit: Witness wild elephant herds congregate around ancient reservoirs at Minneriya National Park on the journey across the central plains.
ITINERARY
- Day 1: Airport Arrival → Negombo / Kurunegala Scenic Transit
Day 2: Negombo → Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress Climb → Eastern Highway to Trincomalee
Day 3: Trincomalee → Nilaveli Beach Leisure & Koneswaram Cliffside Temple (Swami Rock)
Day 4: Pigeon Island Marine National Park Boat Trip (Coral Reef Snorkeling with Turtles & Reef Sharks)
Day 5: Fort Frederick & Kanniya Hot Springs → Marble Beach Leisure & Sunset Dining
Day 6: Trincomalee → Minneriya National Park Wild Elephant Gathering Safari → Habarana / Dambulla
Day 7: Dambulla Cave Temple → Matale Herbal Garden → Kandy Cultural Highlights
Day 8: Kandy Lake & Tooth Temple → Colombo Highlights → Airport Departure Transfer
iNCLUSIONS
Private Air-Conditioned Vehicles
Friendly & Experienced Drivers
Meals as your preference
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
