Tour Overview
The ultimate island circuit — everything in the Grand Tour, plus the untouched east coast. Explore Trincomalee's beaches and Pigeon Island's coral reefs before completing the loop through the cultural triangle and the south.
Highlights
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Negombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Meet our representative and transfer to your hotel in Negombo.
Day 2: Negombo to Anuradhapura — Ancient City Tour
Drive to Anuradhapura, the first ancient capital of Sri Lanka. Explore the sacred city.
Day 3: Anuradhapura to Polonnaruwa — Ruins Tour
Travel to Polonnaruwa. Tour the well-preserved ruins including the Royal Palace and Gal Viharaya.
Day 4: Polonnaruwa to Trincomalee — East Coast Transfer
Drive to Trincomalee on Sri Lanka's east coast. Check into a beachfront hotel and relax.
Day 5: Trincomalee — Pigeon Island Snorkeling
Boat trip to Pigeon Island National Park. Snorkel among vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish.
Day 6: Trincomalee — Nilaveli Beach & Koneswaram Temple
Relax on Nilaveli Beach. Visit the historic Koneswaram Temple atop Swami Rock.
Day 7: Trincomalee to Sigiriya — Rock Fortress Climb
Drive to Sigiriya. Climb the iconic rock fortress and explore the summit ruins.
Day 8: Sigiriya to Dambulla — Cave Temple & Habarana Safari
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple. Afternoon safari in Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park.
Day 9: Habarana to Kandy via Matale Spice Garden
Drive to Kandy via Matale. Visit a spice garden. Evening cultural dance show.
Day 10: Kandy City Tour, Temple of the Tooth & Botanical Gardens
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Explore Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens.
Day 11: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya — Tea Factory & Lake Gregory
Drive to Nuwara Eliya. Stop at a tea factory. Enjoy Lake Gregory.
Day 12: Nuwara Eliya to Ella — Scenic Train Ride & Nine Arch Bridge
Scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella. Visit Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam's Peak.
Day 13: Ella to Yala — National Park Jeep Safari
Transfer to Yala. Afternoon jeep safari in Yala National Park.
Day 14: Yala to Mirissa/Galle — Whale Watching & Fort Tour
Seasonal whale watching cruise. Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Dutch Fort.
Day 15: Galle via Bentota to Colombo Airport
Stop at Bentota for a river safari. Continue to Colombo for your departure flight.
What's Included
- • AC Private Vehicle
- • 14 nights comfort/3-4 star hotel accommodation with breakfast
- • All safari jeep & entrance fees
- • Pigeon Island boat & snorkeling gear
- • Tea factory tour
- • Whale watching boat tour
What's Excluded
- • International flights and visa fees
- • Lunch & dinner (except noted)
- • Tips and personal expenses
✔ Private AC vehicle and driver-guide
✔ Hand-picked hotel accommodations
✔ Flexible cancellation & rescheduling
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