11 Days Luxury Sri Lanka Discovery
Experience Sri Lanka in luxury over 11 days: climb Sigiriya Fortress, tour Kandy's royal temples, drive through misty tea country, safari in Yala National Park, and relax at Weligama Bay Marriott Resort.
About This Journey
An 11-day luxury island journey featuring premier 4 & 5-star resort accommodations across Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, and Mirissa, designed to seamlessly combine cultural heritage, mountain landscapes, wildlife safaris, and beachside leisure.
Trip Highlights
- Airport meet & greet[cite: 11]
- Short transfer to coastal Negombo[cite: 11]
- Evening relaxation & beach walk[cite: 11]
- Dambulla Cave Temple UNESCO site tour[cite: 11]
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress[cite: 11]
- Overnight stay at Amaya Lake[cite: 11]
- Pidurangala Rock sunrise climb[cite: 11]
- Minneriya National Park elephant safari[cite: 11]
11-Day Itinerary
Airport Arrival & Transfer to Negombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and receive a warm welcome from your company representative and chauffeur[cite: 11]. Transfer by private vehicle to Jetwing Blue in Negombo for check-in and evening relaxation along the beach[cite: 11].
Negombo to Sigiriya via Dambulla Cave Temple
Depart Negombo and drive to Dambulla to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Cave Temple complex[cite: 11]. Continue to Amaya Lake in Dambulla/Sigiriya for check-in and climb the dramatic 5th-century Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the afternoon[cite: 11].
Pidurangala Sunrise Hike & Minneriya Wildlife Safari
Set out early for a manageable climb up Pidurangala Rock for panoramic sunrise views over Sigiriya[cite: 11]. Return to the resort for breakfast, then embark on an afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park to watch wild elephant herds[cite: 11].
Sigiriya Culinary Session, Village Tour & Transfer to Kandy
Participate in a hands-on Sri Lankan home-style cooking class and village walk with a bullock cart ride in Sigiriya[cite: 11]. Check out and drive to Kandy via Pinnawala, with an optional visit to the Elephant Orphanage[cite: 11].
Kandy Heritage & Cultural Exploration
Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, Ceylon Tea Museum, and Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens[cite: 11]. Later, explore a local Gem & Lapidary Museum and a Batik & Handicraft Centre[cite: 11].
Scenic Drive to Nuwara Eliya & Ella
Journey through the central highlands, visiting Ramboda Waterfall and a tea plantation/factory[cite: 11]. Stop at Ambuluwawa Tower for panoramic views, visit Nuwara Eliya ('Little England'), and proceed to mountain Ella[cite: 11].
Ella Mountain Adventures & Flying Ravana
Discover Ella's famous sites: visit Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak for panoramic valley views, relax in Ella town cafes, and option for ziplining at Flying Ravana Adventure Park[cite: 11].
Ella to Yala Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit Ravana Falls for photographs before descending from the central mountains via Wellawaya to Tissamaharama/Yala[cite: 11]. Check into Jetwing Yala and spend the evening relaxing by the pool or beach[cite: 11].
Yala National Park Safari & Transfer to Weligama / Mirissa
Embark on an early morning 4x4 jeep safari in Yala National Park to spot leopards, elephants, and sloth bears[cite: 11]. Return to hotel for breakfast, check out, and drive along the southern coast to Weligama Bay Marriott[cite: 11].
Weligama & Mirissa Coastal Relaxation
Unwind in luxury at Weligama Bay Marriott[cite: 11]. Stroll along golden beaches, photograph Coconut Tree Hill, enjoy beachfront dining, or join optional whale watching cruises and surfing lessons[cite: 11].
Galle Dutch Fort, Turtle Hatchery & Airport Departure
Check out and drive along the southern coast[cite: 11]. Observe traditional stilt fishermen, explore historic Galle Dutch Fort, visit the Sea Turtle Hatchery in Mahamodara, and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure[cite: 11].
What's Included
- Accommodation in 4-Star & 5-Star luxury hotels on Half Board (HB) basis from Day 1 dinner to Day 11 breakfast[cite: 11]
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour including fuel, parking fees, and highway charges[cite: 11]
- Airport transfers (pick-up and drop-off) at Bandaranaike International Airport[cite: 11]
- Services of an English-speaking Chauffeur Guide/driver (National guide for 8 pax and above)[cite: 11]
- City tours and sightseeing as per itinerary[cite: 11]
- Complimentary mineral water bottles (500ml x 2 or 1L x 1) per person daily[cite: 11]
- All applicable current local government taxes[cite: 11]
- Sightseeing attraction entrance tickets and site activity fees[cite: 11]
- Safari jeep rentals (Yala, Minneriya, Kaudulla) and river boat safari fees[cite: 11]
- Lunch meals and unlisted food items[cite: 11]
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages[cite: 11]
- Mini-bar expenses and personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, tips, porterage)[cite: 11]
- Sri Lanka ETA visa fees and international airfare[cite: 11]