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Grand Sri Lanka Discovery – 15 Days

Embark on a 15-day journey through Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, wildlife, and natural beauty. Explore ancient capitals like Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, relax on the untouched beaches of Pasikudah, enjoy scenic hill count...

Duration
15 Days
Group Size
Max 10 People
Starting Price
$2,151 / person
Pickup Points
1 locations

Overview

Embark on a 15-day journey through Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, wildlife, and natural beauty. Explore ancient capitals like Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, relax on the untouched beaches of Pasikudah, enjoy scenic hill country train rides, and encounter wildlife in Wilpattu and Yala. From jungle monasteries to colonial forts, this all-encompassing tour showcases the very best of the island.

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Grand Sri Lanka Discovery – 15 Days | Viathra Leisure
Grand Sri Lanka Discovery – 15 Days | Viathra Leisure
Grand Sri Lanka Discovery – 15 Days | Viathra Leisure
Grand Sri Lanka Discovery – 15 Days | Viathra Leisure
Grand Sri Lanka Discovery – 15 Days | Viathra Leisure

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival → Negombo

  1. Airport pickup and transfer to Negombo.
  2. Overnight stay in Negombo.

Day 2: Negombo → Wilpattu Safari → Anuradhapura

  1. Morning safari at Wilpattu National Park.
  2. Transfer to Anuradhapura.
  3. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Day 3: Anuradhapura Sacred City Tour → Mihintale

  1. Explore ancient capital ruins.
  2. Visit Mihintale Buddhist complex.
  3. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Day 4: Anuradhapura → Ritigala → Habarana

  1. Jungle monastery walk at Ritigala.
  2. Village experience and cooking lunch.
  3. Overnight stay in Habarana.

Day 5: Habarana → Polonnaruwa → Habarana

  1. Visit Polonnaruwa Ancient City.
  2. Overnight stay in Habarana.

Day 6: Habarana → Sigiriya → Pasikudah (March–September)

  1. Early Sigiriya Rock climb.
  2. Transfer to Pasikudah beach.
  3. Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 7: Pasikudah Beach Leisure

  1. Full day beach relaxation.
  2. Optional snorkeling or diving.
  3. Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 8: Pasikudah → Kalkudah Beach Exploration

  1. Visit nearby Kalkudah beach (very calm, less crowded).
  2. Overnight stay in Pasikudah.

Day 9: Pasikudah → Dambulla → Kandy

  1. Visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
  2. Spice Garden visit.
  3. Proceed to Kandy.
  4. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 10: Kandy City Tour

  1. Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth, Botanical Gardens, city tour, batik, gems, wood crafts.
  2. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 11: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

  1. Visit Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Tea Plantations
  2. Nuwara Eliya city tour.
  3. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 12: Nuwara Eliya → Horton Plains → Ella (Train)

  1. Early morning Horton Plains World’s End hike.
  2. Train journey to Ella.
  3. Visit Nine Arch Bridge.
  4. Overnight stay in Ella.

Day 13: Ella → Yala

  1. Little Adam’s Peak hike.
  2. Transfer via Ravana Falls to Yala.
  3. Overnight stay in Yala.

Day 14: Yala Safari → Bentota

  1. Morning Jeep Safari at Yala.
  2. Proceed to Bentota and enroute visit Galle Dutch Fort
  3. Overnight stay in Bentota.

Day 15: Bentota → Colombo City Tour → Departure

  1. City highlights tour in Colombo.
  2. Transfer to the airport.

Included & Excluded

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with Professional English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • All local taxes, fuel charges, and driver accommodation
  • Safari Jeep for Wilpattu National Park, and Yala National Park
  • Train tickets for Nanu Oya → Ella (2nd or 3rd class reserved seating)
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • 3-star hotel accommodation (double room, daily breakfast)

Excluded

  • Entrance fees for:
  • Food and drinks (other than breakfast)
  • Gratuities (optional)

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