Sri Lanka Grand Island Discovery Tour

Travel

11 Days/ 10 Nights

Accommodation

10 nights in hotels

Meals

Breakfasts, Dinners

Transport

By Comfortable A/C Vehicle

Group Size

Average 24 people

Team

Expert Trip Manager

Places You’ll See

For adventure seekers and nature lovers, this tour includes scenic hikes, wildlife safaris, and thrilling outdoor activities across Sri Lanka.

Introduction

Day 1 Arrival at Airport – Anuradhapura

Details:

 
  • Route: Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) to Anuradhapura

  • Drive: 3 hr 45 Mins (170 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Anuradhapura)

     

Programs:

 
  • Meet & Greet at the Airport

     
  • Transfer to the ancient capital of Anuradhapura

  • Rest and Relaxation at the hotel

     
  • Optional: Evening stroll by the Nuwara Wewa tank

Day 1: Over 1 Night in Anuradhapura Day 2: Leaving to Trincomalee

Day 2 In Trincomalee

Details:

 
  • Route: Anuradhapura to Trincomalee

  • Drive: 2 hr 15 Mins (105 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Trincomalee)

     

Programs:

 
  • Transfer to the pristine East Coast beaches

  • Visit Koneswaram Temple (Temple of a Thousand Pillars)

  • Explore Fort Frederick

  • Relax at Nilaveli or Uppuveli Beach

Day 2: Over 1 Night in Trincomalee Day 3: Leaving to Sigiriya

Day 3 In Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa

Details:

 
  • Route: Trincomalee to Sigiriya via Polonnaruwa

  • Polonaruwa Ancient city
  • Drive: 2 hr 30 Mins (100 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Sigiriya)

     

Programs:

 
  • Explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa (UNESCO Heritage Site)

  • Visit the Gal Vihara rock temple

  • Transfer to Sigiriya for evening relaxation

Day 3: Over 1 Night in Sigiriya Day 4: Exploring Sigiriya

Day 4 In Sigiriya (Safari)

Details:

 
  • Route: Sigiriya & Pidurangala

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Sigiriya)

     

Programs:

 
  • Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the early morning

     
  • Afternoon Jeep Safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park

  • Optional: Traditional Ayurvedic Spa treatment

Day 4: Over 1 Night in Sigiriya Day 5: Leaving to Kandy

Day 5 In Dambulla & Kandy

 

Details:

 
  • Route: Sigiriya to Kandy via Dambulla

  • Drive: 2 hr 45 Mins (90 km)

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    Hotel: (1 Night in Kandy)

     

 

Programs:

 
  • Visit Dambulla Royal Cave Temple

  • Explore the Spice Gardens in Matale

  • Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

  • Witness a Cultural Dance Show

     

 

Day 5: Over 1 Night in Kandy Day 6: Leaving to Nuwara Eliya

Day 6 In Nuwara Eliya

Details:

  • Route: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

  • peradeniya botanical Garden
  • Drive: 2 hr 30 Mins (80 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Nuwara Eliya)

Programs:

  • Drive through scenic tea estates and waterfalls

  • Visit a Tea Plantation & Factory

  • Walk Around Gregory Lake

  • Explore “Little England” town and Victoria Park

Day 6: Over 1 Night in Nuwara Eliya Day 7: Leaving to Ella

Day 7 In Ella (Scenic Train Ride)

Details:

  • By Train:

    • Route: Nuwara Eliya (Nanu Oya) to Ella

    • Train Ride Duration: 3 hr 30 Mins (Scenic Journey)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Ella)

Programs:

  • Board the world-famous blue train for a scenic mountain journey

  • Enjoy spectacular views of the tea hills and valleys

  • Check-in and relax in the chilled atmosphere of Ella

 

Day 7: Over 1 Night in Ella Day 8: Exploring Ella

Day 8 In Ella (Nature & Views)

Details:

  • Route: In Ella

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Ella)

Programs:

  • Walk on the iconic Nine Arches Bridge

  • Hike Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views

  • Visit the majestic Ravana Waterfalls

Day 8: Over 1 Night in Ella Day 9: Leaving to Yala

Day 9 In Yala (Safari)

Details:

  • Route: Ella to Yala

  • Drive: 2 hr 30 Mins (100 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Yala/Tissa)

     

Programs:

  • Descend from the hills to the southern plains

  • Afternoon Wildlife Safari at Yala National Park

  • Search for Leopards, Elephants, and exotic birds

 

Day 9: Over 1 Night in Yala Day 10: Leaving to Mirissa / Galle

Day 10 In Mirissa & Galle

 

Details:

 
  • Route: Yala to Mirissa/Galle

  • Drive: 3 hr (150 km)

  • Hotel: (1 Night in Galle/Mirissa)

Programs:

  • Transfer to the southern coast

  • Relax at Mirissa Beach or Coconut Tree Hill

  • Explore the historic Galle Fort and Lighthouse

Day 10: Over 1 Night in Galle Day 11: Leaving to Colombo

Day 11 Departure to Colombo / Airport

 

Details:

 
  • Route: Galle to Colombo / Airport

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    Drive: 2 hr 30 Mins (150 km)

     

 

Programs:

 
  • Transfer to the commercial capital, Colombo

  • Brief Colombo City Tour & Shopping

     
  • Transfer to Airport for Departure

Tuesday

15 Sep, 2024

Wednesday

24 Sep, 2024

Total price

$1,049

Monday

22 Sep, 2024

Wednesday

31 Sep, 2024

Total price

$1,049

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