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13 Days Luxury Sri Lanka Discovery

Experience the ultimate luxury tour of Sri Lanka: stay in premier 4 & 5-star hotels, explore ancient UNESCO fortresses, wander misty tea plantations, safari in Yala National Park, and unwind along pristine southern beaches.

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Duration12 Nights & 13 Days

Group Size2-20 people

Rating5 (42 reviews)

Destinations8 Cities

Overview

About This Journey

A curated 13-day luxury journey across Sri Lanka's finest 4 and 5-star properties, featuring Negombo's coastal retreat, Sigiriya's ancient rock citadel, Kandy's royal heritage, tea estates at Heritance Tea Factory, Yala wildlife safaris, and beachside relaxation at Weligama Bay Marriott Resort.

Ideal For

Couples, Families, Groups, Honeymooners

Highlights

Trip Highlights

Airport meet & greet
Short transfer to coastal Negombo
Evening relaxation & beach walk
Dambulla Cave Temple UNESCO site tour
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Overnight stay at Amaya Lake
Pidurangala Rock sunrise climb
Minneriya National Park elephant safari

Itinerary

13-Day Itinerary

Day 1 of 13

Airport Arrival & Transfer to Negombo

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and receive a warm welcome from your company representative and chauffeur. Transfer by private vehicle to Jetwing Blue in Negombo for check-in and evening relaxation along the beach.

Jetwing Blue - Negombo — Luxury Beach ResortHalf Board20-30 MinutesPrivate Vehicle

Airport meet & greetShort transfer to coastal NegomboEvening relaxation & beach walk

Day 2 of 13

Negombo to Sigiriya via Dambulla Cave Temple

Depart Negombo and drive to Dambulla to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Cave Temple complex. Continue to Amaya Lake in Dambulla/Sigiriya for check-in and climb the dramatic 5th-century Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the afternoon.

Amaya Lake - Dambulla — Luxury ResortHalf Board4-5 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Dambulla Cave Temple UNESCO site tourClimb Sigiriya Rock FortressOvernight stay at Amaya Lake

Day 3 of 13

Pidurangala Sunrise Hike & Minneriya Wildlife Safari

Set out early for a manageable climb up Pidurangala Rock for panoramic sunrise views over Sigiriya. Return to the resort for breakfast, then embark on an afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya National Park to watch wild elephant herds.

Amaya Lake - Dambulla — Luxury ResortHalf Board4-5 HoursPrivate Vehicle & Safari Jeep

Pidurangala Rock sunrise climbMinneriya National Park elephant safariResort relaxation at Amaya Lake

Day 4 of 13

Polonnaruwa Ancient Kingdom Day Tour

Tour the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa, exploring the Royal Palace complex, sacred stupas, and Gal Viharaya's granite Buddha statues. Enjoy views across Parakrama Samudraya reservoir before returning to Sigiriya.

Amaya Lake - Dambulla — Luxury ResortHalf Board4-5 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Polonnaruwa Ancient City ruins & Royal PalaceGal Viharaya granite rock carvingsParakrama Samudraya man-made reservoir

Day 5 of 13

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. Check out and drive to Kandy via Pinnawala, with an optional visit to the Elephant Orphanage.

Earl's Regency - Kandy — Luxury HotelHalf Board4-5 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Hands-on village cooking experience & home-style lunchVillage walk & traditional bullock cart ridePinnawala Elephant Orphanage riverside visit

Day 6 of 13

Kandy Heritage & Cultural Exploration

Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, Ceylon Tea Museum, and Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. Later, explore a local Gem & Lapidary Museum and a Batik & Handicraft Centre.

Earl's Regency - Kandy — Luxury HotelHalf BoardLocalized TransfersPrivate Vehicle

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic visitCeylon Tea Museum hill viewsRoyal Botanical Gardens PeradeniyaGem Museum & Batik workshop visits

Day 7 of 13

Scenic Drive to Heritance Tea Factory, Nuwara Eliya & Ella

Journey through the central highlands, visiting Ramboda Waterfall and tea plantations. Stop at Ambuluwawa Tower for panoramic views, visit Nuwara Eliya ('Little England'), and check into Heritance Tea Factory.

Heritance Tea Factory — Heritage Luxury HotelHalf Board5-6 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Optional Ambuluwawa Tower climbRamboda Waterfall photo stopHeritance Tea Factory luxury tea experienceNuwara Eliya colonial city walk & Gregory Lake

Day 8 of 13

Nuwara Eliya Sights & Transfer to Ella

Enjoy Gregory Lake, visit Hakgala Botanical Garden and Seetha Amman Temple. Drive through misty tea estates toward mountain Ella, stopping by Ravana Waterfall and Nine Arch Bridge.

EKHO Ella — ResortHalf Board5-6 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Gregory Lake boat ride & Hakgala GardensSeetha Amman Temple Ramayana heritageRavana Waterfall photo stop

Day 9 of 13

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.

EKHO Ella — ResortHalf Board3-4 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Nine Arch Bridge colonial railway walkLittle Adam's Peak mountain hikeElla town cafe atmosphere & optional ziplining

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Day 10 of 13

Ella to Yala Wildlife Sanctuary

Visit Ravana Falls for photographs before descending from the central mountains via Wellawaya to Tissamaharama/Yala. Check into Jetwing Yala and spend the evening relaxing by the pool or beach.

Jetwing - Yala — Luxury Wildlife ResortHalf Board3-4 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Ravana Falls morning photo stopScenic mountain descent via WellawayaOvernight stay at Jetwing Yala

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Day 11 of 13

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. Return to hotel for breakfast, check out, and drive along the southern coast to Weligama Bay Marriott.

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa — 5-Star Luxury Beach ResortHalf Board3-4 HoursPrivate Vehicle & Safari Jeep

Yala National Park 4x4 jeep safariCoastal drive along southern shorelineCheck-in at Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

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Day 12 of 13

Weligama & Mirissa Coastal Relaxation

Unwind in luxury at Weligama Bay Marriott. Stroll along golden beaches, photograph Coconut Tree Hill, enjoy beachfront dining, or join optional whale watching cruises and surfing lessons.

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa — 5-Star Luxury Beach ResortHalf BoardLocalized TransfersPrivate Vehicle

Coconut Tree Hill panoramic photo spotRelaxation at Weligama / Mirissa BeachOptional whale watching or sunset cruise

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Day 13 of 13

Galle Dutch Fort, Turtle Hatchery & Airport Departure

Check out and drive along the southern coast. Observe traditional stilt fishermen, explore historic Galle Dutch Fort, visit the Sea Turtle Hatchery in Mahamodara, and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.

N/A — DepartureBreakfast4-5 HoursPrivate Vehicle

Traditional stilt fishermen stopGalle Dutch Fort colonial walking tourSea Turtle Hatchery visitPrivate transfer to airport for flight departure

Fine Print

What's Included

Included

Accommodation in 4-Star & 5-Star luxury hotels on Half Board (HB) basis from Day 1 dinner to Day 13 breakfast
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour including fuel, parking fees, and highway charges
Airport transfers (pick-up and drop-off) at Bandaranaike International Airport
Services of an English-speaking Chauffeur Guide/driver (National guide for 8 pax and above)
City tours and sightseeing as per itinerary
Complimentary mineral water bottles (500ml x 2 or 1L x 1) per person daily
All applicable current local government taxes

Not Included

Sightseeing attraction entrance tickets and site activity fees
Safari jeep rentals (Yala, Minneriya, Kaudulla) and river boat safari fees
Lunch meals and unlisted food items
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Mini-bar expenses and personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, tips, porterage)
Sri Lanka ETA visa fees and international airfare