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Sri Lanka

Grand Sri Lanka Expedition

Fixed Departure Tours • Nature • Culture & Heritage • Relaxation

Grand Sri Lanka Expedition

Countries

Sri Lanka

From

USD 1,600

Duration

14D / 13N

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Handpicked Itineraries • Tailor Your Experience

Discover the Soul of Sri Lanka

A complete Sri Lanka experience covering the Northern heritage, Cultural Triangle UNESCO sites, misty highlands, wildlife safaris, and southern golden beaches in one seamless expedition

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Sri Lanka ToursNegombo GuideJaffna GuideAnuradhapura GuideSigiriya GuidePolonnaruwa GuideKandy GuideNuwara Eliya GuideElla Guide

Journey Route

Itinerary

Day-by-day journey

1

Day 1

Day 1 – Arrival | Negombo

Negombo

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Arrive at CMB Airport and transfer to Negombo beach town. Relax after flight and enjoy sunset lagoon walk.

Accommodation

Jetwing Sea • Jetwing Blue • Sentido Heritance Negombo

Meals

Dinner

Travel Time

45.00 minutes

Distance

35.00 KM

2

Day 2

Day 2 – Negombo → Jaffna

Jaffna

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Scenic drive to Sri Lanka’s northern capital. Experience cultural transition and northern landscapes. Evening leisure.

Accommodation

Jetwing Jaffna • Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage Luxury

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

6.00 hours

Distance

380.00 KM

3

Day 3

Day 3 – Jaffna Exploration

Jaffna

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Visit Nallur Temple, Jaffna Fort, Keerimalai Springs & Delft Island view. Discover Tamil

Accommodation

Jetwing Jaffna • Fox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage Luxury

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

4

Day 4

Day 4 – Jaffna → Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura

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Travel south to sacred ancient capital. Evening visit to Ruwanwelisaya stupa and monastery ruins.

Accommodation

Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura • Hotel Alakamanda • Rajarata Hotel

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

4.00 hours

Distance

250.00 KM

5

Day 5

Day 5 – Anuradhapura → Sigiriya

Sigiriya

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Explore sacred city in morning then transfer to Sigiriya region. Optional village safari experience.

Accommodation

Hotel Sigiriya • Water Garden Sigiriya • Aliya Resort & Spa

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

75.00 KM

6

Day 6

Day 6 – Sigiriya / Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

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Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress & visit Polonnaruwa ruins. Evening wildlife safari at Minneriya.

Accommodation

Hotel Sigiriya • Aliya Resort & Spa • Water Garden Sigiriya

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

3.00 hours

Distance

120.00 KM

7

Day 7

Day 7 – Sigiriya → Kandy

Kandy

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Drive through lush landscapes. Visit Dambulla Cave Temple en route. Evening Temple of Tooth ceremony.

Accommodation

Kings Pavilion • Earl's Regency • Amaya Hills Kandy

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

95.00 KM

8

Day 8

Day 8 – Kandy Leisure

Kandy

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Royal Botanical Garden, cultural dance show & Kandy Lake walk. Free evening for relaxation.

Accommodation

Kings Pavilion • Earl's Regency • Amaya Hills Kandy

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

9

Day 9

Day 9 – Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

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Scenic hill country drive via tea plantations, waterfalls & Ramboda Pass. Tea estate visit.

Accommodation

Heritance Tea Factory • Araliya Green Hills - Where Historic Charm Mingles with Natural Beauty • The Blackpool Hotel

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

80.00 KM

10

Day 10

Day 10 – Nuwara Eliya → Ella

Ella

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Train-like scenic route via Horton Plains views. Visit Nine Arches Bridge & Ella town.

Accommodation

88th ELLA • EKHO Ella • 98 Acres Resort & Spa

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

3.00 hours

Distance

55.00 KM

11

Day 11

Day 11 – Ella → Yala

Yala

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Descend to southern plains. Afternoon leisure followed by optional Yala safari jeep ride.

Accommodation

EKHO Safari Tissa • Jetwing Yala • Wild Trails Yala

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

70.00 KM

12

Day 12

Day 12 – Yala → Galle/Mirissa

Galle

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Drive along southern coast. Visit stilt fishermen & coconut beaches. Sunset at Galle Fort.

Accommodation

Amari Galle • Jetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury Reserve

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

4.00 hours

Distance

160.00 KM

13

Day 13

Day 13 – Galle → Bentota → Colombo

Colombo

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Coastal drive via Bentota river safari & turtle hatchery. Transfer to Colombo after arrange city tour

Accommodation

Ramada by Wyndham Colombo • Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo • Shangri-La Colombo

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

4.00 hours

Distance

160.00 KM

14

Day 14

Day 14 – Colombo→Airport / Depature

Colombo Airport

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Get Morning Breakfast after proceet BIA depature

Meals

Breakfast

Travel Time

45.00 minutes

Distance

35.00 KM

Route Summary

Colombo/Negombo → Jaffna → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → Galle → Bentota → Colombo

Experience Details

How We
Plan Your Journey

Perfect for travelers seeking a curated luxury escape shaped around destinations, stays, attractions, activities and personal travel style.

Attractions
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Abhayagiri MonasteryAnuradhapura Sacred CityDegaldoruwa Raja Maha ViharayaGalle FortGal ViharaGalle Face GreenGalway’s Land National ParkGangaramaya TempleElla RockIndependence SquareKandy View PointJetavanaramayaPettah MarketPidurangala RockNallur Kandaswamy KovilLittle Adam’s PeakIsurumuniya TempleGregory Lake ParkJaffna FortJaffna Public LibraryJaya Sri Maha BodhiRuwanwelisayaRoyal Palace of KandyRavana CavePolonnaruwa Ancient CityNegombo BeachNine Arches BridgeParakrama SamudrayaLover’s Leap WaterfallLotus TowerColombo Port City PromenadeSamadhi Buddha StatueYala National ParkTemple of the Sacred Tooth RelicSeema Malaka TempleSigiriya Lion RockSigiriya MuseumThuparamayaVatadageVictoria ParkViharamahadevi ParkSomawathiya National Park
Activities
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Anuradhapura Sacred CityCycling tourGalle Fort walking tourGangaramaya TempleLittle Adam’s Peak hikeLover’s Leap WaterfallNallur Kandaswamy KovilPolonnaruwa Ancient City cyclingPort City promenadePidurangala Rock sunrise hikeOne Galle Face MallNegombo beach sunsetNational Museum ColomboRoyal Botanical Gardens PeradeniyaSigiriya Lion Rock climbSeetha Amman TempleScenic train ride Kandy-EllaTea factory visitTea plucking experienceTemple of the ToothStreet food tourYala National Park safariZipline Flying RavanaViharamahadevi ParkVictoria ParkUnawatuna beach
Hotels
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Jetwing SeaJetwing BlueSentido Heritance NegomboJetwing JaffnaFox Jaffna by Fox Resorts – Boutique Heritage LuxuryUga Ulagalla - AnuradhapuraHotel AlakamandaRajarata HotelHotel SigiriyaWater Garden SigiriyaAliya Resort & SpaKings PavilionEarl's RegencyAmaya Hills KandyHeritance Tea FactoryAraliya Green Hills - Where Historic Charm Mingles with Natural BeautyThe Blackpool Hotel88th ELLAEKHO Ella98 Acres Resort & SpaEKHO Safari TissaJetwing YalaWild Trails YalaAmari GalleJetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury ReserveRamada by Wyndham ColomboCinnamon Lakeside ColomboShangri-La Colombo
Highlights
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• Cultural Triangle ancient kingdoms (Anuradhapura & Polonnaruwa)• Yala National Park leopard safari experience• Galle Fort & southern golden beaches
Inclusions
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Services of a professional English-speaking chauffeur guideAll sightseeing and excursions mentioned in the itineraryComplimentary bottled water during transfers and excursionsPrivate luxury air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tourPrivate air-conditioned vehicleTransport by air conditioned Shared vehicleBottled waterTea plantation and tea factory experience with tea tastingLuggage handling assistance at hotelsMeet and greet assistance at the airport upon arrivalTrasnportAirport pickup and departure transfersAll government taxes and service chargesAccommodation in hotels/resortsHotel pick-up and drop-off24/7 on-tour assistance and customer supportHotel pickup and dropWater bottleTransportation by air conditioned shared vehicleSafari by JeepTransportation in an air-conditioned vehicle (car/van/bus)Seasonal fruits (subject to availability)Cultural show experience in Dambulla / KandyTea plantation & factory visitTraditional Sri Lankan lunchVillage safari experienceBreakfast at hotel
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival may incur cancellation charges.Free cancellation for hotel reservations up to 30 days prior to arrival, subject to hotel policies.Day tours can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours prior to the tour starting time.50% advance payment is required at the time of booking confirmation for Sri Lanka arrangements.No-show bookings and unused services are non-refundable.

Trip Blueprint

Duration14D / 13N
Travel StylePrivate Tailor-Made
Starts InColombo
Ends InColombo
Route Path

Negombo⟶Jaffna⟶Anuradhapura⟶Sigiriya⟶Polonnaruwa⟶Kandy⟶Nuwara Eliya⟶Ella⟶Yala⟶Galle⟶Colombo⟶Colombo Airport

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