Heritage & Coastal Leisure Tour
A Grand Circuit of Sacred Cities, Safaris, and Beach Bliss
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A 15-day private guided tour exploring Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals, wildlife parks, highlands, and coastal retreats. Designed for a rich and relaxed exploration.
What's included
Destination
Anuradhapura , Bentota , Colombo , Ella , Kandy , Mirissa , Negombo , Nuwara Eliya , Sigiriya , Tangalle , 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
- Train Ride
Price does not include
- Entrance tickets
- Lunches/dinners
- optional-activities
From sacred cities to serene shores, this 15-day itinerary uncovers Sri Lanka’s multifaceted beauty. Visit the millennia-old ruins of Anuradhapura, climb the awe-inspiring Sigiriya Rock, snorkel in Trincomalee, and marvel at Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth. Embrace the cool air of Nuwara Eliya, journey by train to Ella, and track leopards in Yala. Unwind on the golden beaches of Tangalle, watch whales in Mirissa, and conclude in Colombo, a mix of colonial charm and urban life.
Route: Negombo → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Trincomalee → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → Tangalle → Mirissa → Bentota → Colombo
Best Travel Time: All year, but coastal and wildlife activities peak from November to April.
Recommended For: Slow travelers, photographers, and beach lovers looking to connect history, nature, and leisure.
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Tour Timeline
Day 1
Arrival in Negombo
- Transfer from airport to beach hotel.
- Optional seafood dinner or lagoon cruise.
Overnight Stay: Negombo
Day 2
Negombo → Anuradhapura
- Visit ancient city of Anuradhapura.
- Explore stupas and sacred Bodhi Tree.
Overnight Stay: Anuradhapura
Day 3
Anuradhapura → Sigiriya
- Travel to Sigiriya via Aukana Buddha Statue.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 4
Sigiriya Rock & Safari
- Morning climb to Sigiriya Rock.
- Jeep Safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla.
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
Day 5
Sigiriya → Trincomalee
- Transfer to east coast. Relax at the beach.
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
Day 6
Trincomalee Highlights
- Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick, snorkeling.
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
Day 7
Trincomalee → Kandy
- Scenic drive via Habarana and Matale.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Day 8
Explore Kandy
- Visit Temple of Tooth, Peradeniya Gardens.
- Gem museum or city walk.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Day 9
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
- Visit tea factory, Ramboda Falls, Gregory Lake.
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Day 10
Train to Ella
- Scenic train journey. Explore Ella town.
Overnight Stay: Ella
Day 11
Ella → Yala
- Little Adam’s Peak hike, visit Ravana Falls.
- Transfer to Yala.
Overnight Stay: Yala
Day 12
Yala Safari & Tangalle
- Morning jeep safari.
- Head to Tangalle for beach relaxation.
Overnight Stay: Tangalle
Day 13
Tangalle → Mirissa
- Relaxation or visit Hummanaya Blowhole.
Overnight Stay: Mirissa
Day 14
Mirissa → Bentota
- Whale watching, visit stilt fishermen.
- Galle Fort tour and Madu River Safari.
Overnight Stay: Bentota
Day 15
Bentota → Colombo & Departure
- Morning leisure time or optional shopping.
- Transfer to airport via expressway.
More about Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura is a major city located in the north central plain of Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province and the capital of Anuradhapura District. The city lies 205 kilometers north of the current capital of Colombo in the North Central Province, on the banks of the historic Malwathu Oya.
More about Bentota Discover Bentota
Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon. Coral-rich dive sites include Canoe Rock. On Bentota River, centuries-old Galapota Temple has a large Buddha statue. Southeast is Lunuganga, the estate and gardens of architect Geoffrey Bawa. Northeast is his brother Bevis's Brief Garden
More about Colombo Discover Colombo
Colombo is the executive and judicial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka by population. The Colombo metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of 5.6 million, and 752,993 within the municipal limits. It is the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination.
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 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 Tangalle
Tangalle is a large town in Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. It is one of the largest towns in southern province. It is located 195 km south of Colombo and 35 km east of Matara. It has a mild climate, in comparison to the rest of the district, and sandy beaches.
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.
