Sri Lanka Grand Discovery: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Tour Overview
A comprehensive 14-day luxury expedition across Sri Lanka. Spanning Negombo coastal serenity, sacred Anuradhapura ruins, Minneriya wildlife safaris, Dambulla cave temples, Kandy hill capital, misty Ella mountain tea valleys, Yala leopard safari, UNESCO Galle Dutch Fort, and cosmopolitan Colombo.
Key Experience Highlights
Trip Specifications & Standards
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Private Luxury Air-Conditioned Vehicle
★★★★★ (5-Star Luxury Resorts)
Explore Tour Leader, Dedicated Driver(s), Naturalist(s)
Moderate
Dedicated Comfort Rest Stops
Route Overview & Overnight Stays
Complete transit metrics and handpicked hotel resorts across the circuit.
| Days | Destination | Overnight Resort | Distance | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 01 | Negombo | Arie Lagoon | 11 km | 20 mins |
| Day 02 | Anuradhapura | Alakamanda | 170 km | 3 hrs 30 mins |
| Day 03 | Habarana | Cinnamon Village | 60 km | 1 hr 20 mins |
| Day 04 | Dambulla | Jetwing Lake | 25 km | 30 mins |
| Days 05–06 | Kandy | Cinnamon Citadel | 75 km | 2 hrs 10 mins |
| Days 07–08 | Ella | Ekho Ella | 140 km | 3 hrs 45 mins |
| Days 09–10 | Yala | Cinnamon Wild | 170 km | 4 hrs 30 mins |
| Days 11–12 | Galle | Jetwing Lighthouse Hotel & Spa | 150 km | 2 hrs 15 mins |
| Day 13 | Colombo | OZO Colombo | 125 km | 2 hrs |
| Day 14 | Departure | Airport Transfer | 40 km | 1 hr 15 mins |
Day-by-Day Comprehensive Itinerary
Full daily schedule and activities. Timings can be fully adapted to your preferred travel pace.
Arrival / Negombo Lagoon
Arrive in Negombo, the famous coastal town famous for its fishing industry and golden sands. This relaxing beach resort is a short distance from Sri Lanka’s capital city, and is the perfect place to spot locals bringing in the day’s catch and watch the sunset.
Negombo / Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom
Anuradhapura is a major city in Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province, Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Sinhala civilization.
Anuradhapura / Habarana & Minneriya Safari
Habarana is a small city in the Anuradhapura District of Sri Lanka. Habarana is a popular tourist destination for safari lovers as it is the starting point for safaris in the nearby Habarana jungle and the Minneriya sanctuary which is heavily populated by elephants.
Habarana / Dambulla Cave Temples
Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings.
Dambulla / Kandy Hill Capital
Kandy is a large city in central Sri Lanka. It’s set on a plateau surrounded by mountains. The city’s heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake). Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) shrine.
Kandy Stay & Matale Spice Gardens
Starting point to the hill country. En-route visit a Spice Garden in Matale to see different spices for which Sri Lanka is famous for. Here, you could see different spices grown and how some of these spices are processed. Spectacular views of the surrounding hill country and a chance to see birds and admire the vegetation in the region.
Kandy / Ella Cloud Forest & Tea Trails
Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka. Ella is situated at an elevation of 3,415 ft above sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations.
Ella (Stay) — Mountain Peaks & Waterfalls
Ella is full of amazing things to do, from hiking the green mountain peaks to jumping in refreshing waterfalls. The town itself has a bustling atmosphere, with plenty of great cafes and restaurants to enjoy after a day in nature. Visit Little Adam’s Peak and the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge.
Ella / Yala National Park Savannah
Yala National Park is a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. It’s home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species. Inland, Sithulpawwa is an ancient Buddhist monastery. Nearby caves contain centuries-old rock paintings.
Yala (Stay) — Deep Wilderness Safari
Experience the spirit of Yala National Park on safari to spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and more. In your private jeep, explore this beautiful landscape and see incredible animals in their natural habitat.
Yala / Galle South Coast Fort
Galle is a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It’s known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century, with car-free streets and architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule.
Galle (Stay) — Heritage & Coastal Leisure
Visit Galle Fort, stroll Dutch Reformed Church, go for Spa at Unawatuna, call on The Flag Rock, whale watching, enjoy scuba diving, lagoon canoeing tour at Unawatuna, mountain bike tour at Mirissa and Unawatuna, and many more.
Galle / Colombo Metropolis
Ending of the journey around the paradise island, and get relaxed at a comfortable hotel in the heart of Colombo. Enjoy Gangaramaya Temple, Pettah bazaar, and sunset overlooking the ocean.
Colombo Departure
No activity involved & departure to airport depends on the flight timing. Carrying back all the unforgettable memories back.
What’s Included in This Package
Included with Voyage
- Accommodation with Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at 5-star resorts
- All internal road travel by private luxury air-conditioned vehicle
- Assistance of dedicated Explore Tour Leader and English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Private 4x4 open-top safari jeeps at Minneriya & Yala National Parks
- All applicable government taxes, fuel surcharges, and toll fees
- Bottled mineral water throughout all excursions
Not Included
- International flights and Sri Lanka tourist visa (ETA)
- Site entrance fees & activity tickets (available as convenient prepaid bundle)
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages)
- Camera and video recording permits at select historic sites
Need Custom Adjustments or Special Add-ons?
Whether you wish to incorporate helicopter transfers, tea estate boutique bungalows, private catamaran whale charters, or child seats, our Colombo travel concierges will tailor this itinerary to your desires.
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