Sri Lanka: 15-Day Guided Tour with Transfers & Hotels

Explore Sri Lanka on a 15-day guided tour. Visit Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, and more. Enjoy a scenic train ride, a jeep safari, and relax on the beaches of Mirissa.
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo/Negombo
Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to Negombo, a peaceful coastal town. Relax after your flight or enjoy a sunset walk along the beach.

Day 2: Negombo to Sigiriya
Head to the Cultural Triangle and check in at your Sigiriya hotel. Enjoy a village tour with a traditional lunch or an optional Ayurvedic massage in the evening.

Day 3: Sigiriya and Dambulla
Climb the world-famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress for stunning views. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple filled with ancient murals and Buddha statues. In the afternoon, take an optional Minneriya or Kaudulla safari to see wild elephants.

Day 4: Sigiriya to Kandy
Travel toward Kandy, stopping at a herbal and spice garden in Matale to learn about Sri Lanka’s natural herbs. Arrive in Kandy and enjoy the Kandyan Cultural Dance Show followed by an evening stroll near Kandy Lake.

Day 5: Explore Kandy
Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Gardens, and a gem museum. Explore the local market and enjoy Kandy’s peaceful hill scenery.

Day 6: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Drive through misty mountains to Nuwara Eliya, visiting Ramboda Falls and Puna Ella Falls along the way. Stop at a tea factory for tea plucking, tea tasting, and a guided factory visit. Arrive in the cool highlands of Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England.”

Day 7: Nuwara Eliya to Ella by Train
Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides from Nanu Oya to Ella, passing lush tea hills and misty valleys. Upon arrival in Ella, refresh and visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge. Spend the evening relaxing in this charming hill town.

Day 8: Ella (Full Day Adventure)
Hike to Little Adam’s Peak to catch the sunrise over the mountains. Then enjoy a refreshing natural bath at Upper Diyaluma Waterfalls, one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful spots. Return to Ella and relax at your leisure.

Day 9: Ella to Yala National Park
Depart for Yala, home of Sri Lanka’s leopards and elephants. Take an afternoon jeep safari inside the park to see wildlife and beautiful landscapes.

Day 10: Yala to Mirissa
Travel to Mirissa, a laid-back coastal paradise. Relax at the beach or enjoy a sunset by the ocean.

Day 11: Mirissa (Whale Watching)
Take an early morning whale and dolphin watching tour. Spend your free time swimming, surfing, or enjoying cafés by the beach.

Day 12: Mirissa to Galle Fort
Drive to Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore Galle Fort’s colonial streets, boutique shops, and ocean views.

Day 13: Galle to Bentota/Colombo
Travel up the coast to Bentota for a Madu River boat safari or visit a turtle hatchery. Spend your final evening relaxing by the sea or enjoy city highlights in Colombo.

Day 14: Departure
Transfer to Colombo Airport for your flight home, carrying unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s mountains, wildlife, and golden beaches.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.