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Grand Sri Lanka Discovery

Travellers who want a more in-depth experience of Sri Lanka’s major historical sites, highlands and wildlife.

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13 days / 12 nights
Private tour
Tailored to your pace

Your journey at a glance

  1. WilpattuStart
  2. Anuradhapura
  3. Mihintale
  4. Sigiriya
  5. Polonnaruwa
  6. Minneriya
  7. Kandy
  8. Nuwara Eliya
  9. Horton Plains
  10. Ella
  11. Lipton’s Seat
  12. Yala
  13. Galle
  14. Madu River
  15. ColomboFinish
  1. WilpattuStart
  2. Anuradhapura
  3. Mihintale
  4. Sigiriya
  5. Polonnaruwa
  6. Minneriya
  7. Kandy
  8. Nuwara Eliya
  9. Horton Plains
  10. Ella
  11. Lipton’s Seat
  12. Yala
  13. Galle
  14. Madu River
  15. ColomboFinish
The journey unfolds

Day by day, at your pace.

A proposed route, ready to be shaped around your arrival, interests and comfort. Activities, accommodation and tickets are subject to confirmation.

Day 1

Arrival in Sri Lanka | Negombo

Meet your representative at the airport and transfer to Negombo. Depending on arrival time, visit the beach or historic town centre.

Sunset and rolling waves on Negombo Beach
Sunset and rolling waves on Negombo BeachPhoto credits
Day 2

Wilpattu Safari & Transfer to Anuradhapura

Travel towards Wilpattu and enjoy an afternoon safari at Wilpattu National Park, known for natural lakes and diverse wildlife. Continue to Anuradhapura.

Sri Lankan leopard resting in a tree in Wilpattu National Park1 / 2
Sri Lankan leopard resting in a tree in Wilpattu National ParkPhoto credits
Day 3

Anuradhapura Ancient City & Mihintale

Explore Anuradhapura’s sacred stupas, Buddhist landmarks and archaeological remains. Continue to Mihintale, an important pilgrimage site associated with the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka. Travel to Sigiriya.

Sacred monuments at Anuradhapura1 / 2
Sacred monuments at AnuradhapuraPhoto credits
Day 4

Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari

Discover Polonnaruwa Ancient City, famous for royal ruins, historic temples and Gal Vihara Buddha statues. In the afternoon, enjoy a safari at Minneriya National Park.

Ancient ruins at Polonnaruwa1 / 2
Ancient ruins at PolonnaruwaPhoto credits
Day 5

Sigiriya Village Tour

Enjoy the Hiriwadunna Village Tour, discovering traditional village life, local farming and rural landscapes. Depending on local arrangements, the experience may include a bullock-cart ride, catamaran ride or traditional village meal.

Traditional boat beside the Hiriwadunna village-tour lake
Traditional boat beside the Hiriwadunna village-tour lakePhoto credits
Day 6

Dambulla, Kandy Temple & Cultural Dance

Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, renowned for Buddhist statues and colourful cave paintings. Continue to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. In the evening, attend a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance.

The Dambulla Cave Temple complex beneath its rock overhang1 / 3
The Dambulla Cave Temple complex beneath its rock overhangPhoto credits
Day 7

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Travel through the central highlands and visit a tea plantation and factory, learning about Ceylon tea production. Explore Victoria Park and Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.

Tea plantations at Edinburgh Estate, Nuwara Eliya1 / 2
Tea plantations at Edinburgh Estate, Nuwara EliyaPhoto credits
Day 8

Horton Plains & Train Journey to Ella

Start early for Horton Plains National Park, known for highland grasslands, cloud forest and the World’s End viewpoint. In the afternoon, transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station for the scenic train journey to Ella.

Highland grassland in Horton Plains National Park1 / 2
Highland grassland in Horton Plains National ParkPhoto credits
Day 9

Ella Sightseeing & Lipton’s Seat

Visit Nine Arch Bridge and enjoy the scenery around Ella. Continue towards Haputale to visit Lipton’s Seat, a viewpoint overlooking tea plantations and surrounding hills. This requires an early start and careful route planning.

Nine Arch Bridge, Ella1 / 3
Nine Arch Bridge, EllaPhoto credits
Day 10

Ella to Yala | Wildlife Safari

Travel to Yala through the countryside and enjoy an afternoon safari at Yala National Park, known for its wildlife and natural habitats.

Leopard spotting from a safari jeep in Yala - illustrative image
Leopard spotting from a safari jeep in Yala - illustrative imagePhoto credits
Day 11

Yala to Galle via Coconut Tree Hill

Travel towards the southern coast and visit Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa for panoramic coastal views. Continue to Galle Dutch Fort, featuring colonial-era buildings, ramparts and narrow streets.

Coconut Tree Hill overlooking the ocean at Mirissa1 / 2
Coconut Tree Hill overlooking the ocean at MirissaPhoto credits
Day 12

Galle to Colombo via Madu River & Turtle Hatchery

Stop for a Madu River boat safari through mangroves, waterways and small islands. Visit a sea turtle hatchery to learn about turtle conservation before continuing to Colombo for a city tour, with possible visits to Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Memorial Hall and Galle Face Green.

Boat excursion through the mangroves of Madu Ganga1 / 5
Boat excursion through the mangroves of Madu GangaPhoto credits
Day 13

Departure

Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.

SriLankan Airlines aircraft departing — representative flight photograph
SriLankan Airlines aircraft departing — representative flight photographPhoto credits

Planning note: The duration is 12 Nights / 13 Days. Confirm the final overnight and departure transfer against the flight schedule.

Stays and the road between

Comfortable hotels or boutique-style stays can be proposed according to your budget. A private vehicle and driver can be arranged to suit the group and route; vehicle and child-seat needs should be agreed in advance.

What your quotation can include

Proposed accommodation, agreed transfers and driver services, and selected activities can be itemised. Meals, entrance tickets, rail seats, safari vehicles and guides should be specifically confirmed.

Usually arranged separately

International flights, travel insurance, entry permissions, personal spending and any service not expressly included in the agreed quotation. Final inclusions and exclusions will be set out before you commit.

Before choosing Grand Sri Lanka Discovery

Does this fit my travel dates?

The sample route is 13 days and 12 nights. Compare it with your flight arrival and departure times, and leave time for the final airport transfer. Tell us which days you would prefer to spend sightseeing or resting.

How much will the journey cost?

Request a personalised quotation for your dates and group. Ask for the hotel standard, vehicle and guide arrangements, meals, tickets and activities to be itemised, with any services to be paid separately clearly stated.

Can we change the pace?

Yes, you can use this package as a starting point in the planner. Adjust the dates and daily locations, add your interests and tell us which experiences matter most. Driving estimates are approximate and the proposed arrangements need team confirmation.

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Sigiriya Rock rising above lush tropical forest