The Grand Sri Lanka Journey

A comprehensive eleven-day circuit through the complete arc of Sri Lanka – Anuradhapura’s ancient capital, Sigiriya and Minneriya, Kandy, the highland tea country, the hill train to Ella, Yala’s wildlife, and the colonial heritage of Galle’s south coast.

11

Days

10

Nights

Journey Highlights

  • Anuradhapura Sacred City – a thousand years of Sri Lanka’s most important heritage
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress sunrise ascent
  • Minneriya National Park elephant safari
  • Scenic hill country train to Ella
  • Yala National Park golden-hour wildlife safari
  • Galle Fort UNESCO colonial heritage walk

✅ What's Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking chauffeur-guide
  • All hotel and airport transfers
  • Daily breakfast
  • 24/7 Flight Ceylon Tours support
  • Minneriya and Yala safari jeep hire
  • Scenic hill train tickets

⛔ What's Excluded

  • International flights and Sri Lanka ETA visa
  • Meals beyond daily breakfast
  • Park and site entrance fees
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Your Journey Day by Day

Every day is designed to offer a new perspective of this beautiful island. From the cool hills to the warm beaches, experience it all.

01

Arrival - Negombo Coastal Start

Airport arrival and Negombo coastal first evening.

02

Anuradhapura - Sri Lanka's Ancient Sacred Capital

Drive to Anuradhapura for a full afternoon in the island’s oldest and most spiritually significant city.

03

Sigiriya Region - Cultural Triangle Arrival

Drive from Anuradhapura to Sigiriya through the ancient reservoir landscape.

04

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Sunrise & Minneriya Elephant Safari

Dawn Sigiriya ascent and afternoon Minneriya game drive.

05

Kandy Drive via Spice Gardens - Temple & Cultural Performance

Drive to Kandy via Matale spice gardens and a Kandyan cultural evening.

06

Tea Country Highland Drive - Nuwara Eliya

The highland tea estate road to Nuwara Eliya.

07

Scenic Hill Train to Ella - Nine Arch Bridge

The hill country train and Ella’s bridge and highland character.

08

Yala National Park - Wildlife Safari Afternoon

Drive south to Yala for an afternoon golden-hour game drive.

09

Galle Fort Colonial Heritage Walk

Coastal drive to Galle and a full afternoon in the UNESCO Dutch sea fortress.

10

South Coast Leisure Day

A full coastal day – beach, Galle Fort exploration, and coastal relaxation.

11

Colombo & Airport Departure

Southern Expressway return to Colombo Airport.