Northern Soul & Southern Charm
Jaffna to Galle – Sri Lanka in Full Spectrum
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A deeper dive into Sri Lanka’s spiritual north and beachy south. Experience cultural diversity and scenic beauty in 13 immersive days.
What's included
Destination
Dambulla , Ella , Galle , Kandy , Mirissa , Negombo , Nuwara Eliya , Sigiriya , Trincomalee , Yala Discover Destinations
Departure Location
Katunayake International Airport, Sri Lanka
Return Location
Katunayake International Airport, Sri Lanka
Price includes
- Bottled Water
- Hotel accommodations with breakfast
- Jeep Safaris
- Private driver/guide with air-conditioned vehicle
Price does not include
- Entrance tickets
- Lunches/dinners
- optional-activities
Start in Anuradhapura, then journey north to Jaffna and Trincomalee, absorbing Tamil culture, temples, and untouched coastline. Loop south through Sigiriya, Kandy, and Ella, ending with leopard-spotting safaris in Yala and colonial charm in Galle.
Perfect For: Cultural explorers and repeat travelers
- Tour Timeline
Tour Timeline
Day 1
Arrival at Negombo
- Relax at beach hotel after arrival.Optional:
- Visit Dutch Canal or Negombo Fish Market.
Overnight Stay: Negombo
Day 2
Negombo → Sigiriya
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
- Explore Hiriwadunna Village.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 3
Sigiriya Highlights
- Sunrise climb at Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 4
Sigiriya → Trincomalee
- Relax at Nilaveli Beach.
- Visit Marble Beach.
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
Day 5
Explore Trincomalee
- Visit Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick.
- Optional snorkeling at Pigeon Island.
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
Day 6
Trincomalee → Kandy
- Drive through scenic roads via Habarana and Matale.
- Spice Garden stop.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Day 7
Explore Kandy
- Visit Temple of the Tooth, Peradeniya Gardens.
- Optional: Gem Museum visit.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Day 8
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
- Visit Ramboda Falls, tea estates.
- Gregory Lake boat ride or walk.
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Day 9
Train to Ella
- Scenic ride to Ella.
- Walk to Nine Arches Bridge, chill at cafes.
Overnight Stay: Ella
Day 10
Ella → Yala
- Visit Little Adam’s Peak, Ravana Falls.
- Transfer to Yala.
Overnight Stay: Yala
Day 11
Safari & Beach
- Yala morning jeep safari.
- Drive to Mirissa via southern beaches.
Overnight Stay: Mirissa
Day 12
Mirissa Leisure Day
- Whale watching or beach relaxation.
- Optional: Coconut Tree Hill visit.
Overnight Stay: Mirissa
Day 13
Galle Fort & Departure
- Visit Galle Fort and Madu River Safari.
- Airport transfer via expressway.
More about Dambulla
Dambulla is a city situated in the north of Matale District, in Sri Lanka's Central Province. It is the second largest populated and urbanised centre after Matale in the Matale District. It is situated 148 km north-east of Colombo, 43 km north of Matale and 72 km north of Kandy.
More about Ella Discover Ella
Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometres east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres above sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna.
More about Galle Discover Galle
Galle is a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It’s known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Stone sea walls, expanded by the Dutch, encircle car-free streets with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. Notable buildings include the 18th-century Dutch Reformed Church. Galle Lighthouse stands on the fort’s southeast tip.
More about Kandy
Kandy is a large city in central Sri Lanka. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforest. The city's heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake), which is popular for strolling. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) shrine, celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession.
More about Mirissa Discover Mirissa
Mirissa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 150 kilometres south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 4 metres above sea level. Mirissa's beach and nightlife make it a popular tourist destination.
More about Negombo Discover Negombo
Negombo is a city on the west coast of Sri Lanka, north of the capital, Colombo. Near the waterfront, the remains of the 17th-century Dutch Fort now house a prison. Negombo Lagoon, lined with fishermen’s huts, feeds into the Dutch-era Hamilton Canal. The canal leads south to Colombo. Neoclassical St. Mary’s Church, completed in the 1920s, features a ceiling decorated with vivid religious paintings.
More about Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya is a city in the tea country hills of central Sri Lanka. The naturally landscaped Hakgala Botanical Gardens displays roses and tree ferns, and shelters monkeys and blue magpies. Nearby Seetha Amman Temple, a colorful Hindu shrine, is decorated with religious figures. Densely forested Galway's Land National Park is a sanctuary for endemic and migratory bird species, including bulbuls and flycatchers.
More about Sigiriya
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite approximately 180 m high.
More about Trincomalee Discover Trincomalee
Trincomalee is a port city on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka. Set on a peninsula, Fort Frederick was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. Within its grounds, the grand Koneswaram Temple stands on Swami Rock cliff, a popular vantage point for blue-whale watching. The holy complex contains ornate shrines and a massive statue of Shiva. Nearby Gokanna Temple has panoramic views over the city and the coastline.
More about Yala Discover Yala
Yala National Park is a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. It’s home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species. Inland, Sithulpawwa is an ancient Buddhist monastery. Nearby caves contain centuries-old rock paintings. Southwest, Magul Maha Viharaya also has ancient Buddhist ruins. Both are pilgrimage sites.
