Grand Ceylon Discovery

The ultimate round-island journey through culture, wildlife, hill country and beaches

14 Days / 13 NightsDuration
€2,150per person, twin share
ModerateDifficulty
2 - 12 travellersGroup Size
December to AprilBest Time

Overview

Our flagship grand tour, a comprehensive two-week journey circling the island to take in ancient cities, wildlife safaris, misty tea country and sun-soaked southern beaches. The complete Sri Lankan experience.

Tour Highlights

  • Complete Cultural Triangle exploration
  • Yala National Park safari
  • Hill country train journey
  • Whale watching and southern beaches
  • Galle Fort heritage walk

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1: Arrival in Colombo

    Welcome to Sri Lanka, transfer to Negombo for an overnight stay.

  2. 2

    Day 2: Colombo City Tour

    A brief tour of Colombo's colonial and modern landmarks before heading north.

  3. 3

    Day 3: Anuradhapura

    Explore the sacred ruins of Sri Lanka's ancient first capital.

  4. 4

    Day 4: Polonnaruwa

    Discover the medieval capital's remarkably preserved temples and statues.

  5. 5

    Day 5: Sigiriya Rock Fortress

    Climb the iconic 5th-century rock fortress and explore its frescoes.

  6. 6

    Day 6: Dambulla & Village Experience

    Visit the golden cave temples, followed by a village tour by canoe and bullock cart.

  7. 7

    Day 7: Kandy

    Travel to Kandy, visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Royal Botanical Gardens.

  8. 8

    Day 8: Scenic Train to Ella

    Ride through misty tea plantations on one of the world's great train journeys.

  9. 9

    Day 9: Ella & Nuwara Eliya

    Explore Nine Arches Bridge, then continue to the cool tea country of Nuwara Eliya.

  10. 10

    Day 10: Transfer to Yala

    Travel south to Yala National Park, Sri Lanka's premier wildlife reserve.

  11. 11

    Day 11: Yala Safari

    Full-day jeep safari tracking leopards, elephants and exotic birdlife.

  12. 12

    Day 12: Galle Fort & South Coast

    Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and relax on the southern beaches.

  13. 13

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