Ultimate Sri Lanka Grand Explorer – 21 Days / 20 Nights

After breakfast, travel north to Sri Lanka's largest national park.

Enjoy an exciting afternoon jeep safari searching for:

• Leopards
• Sloth Bears
• Asian Elephants
• Crocodiles
• Spotted Deer
• Peacocks
• Numerous bird species

Driving Time: 4 Hours

Safari Duration: 3–4 Hours

Overnight: Wilpattu

Discover Sri Lanka's first capital, the UNESCO-listed city and one of Asia's greatest ancient civilizations.

Visit:

• Ruwanwelisaya
• Sri Maha Bodhi
• Jetavanaramaya
• Thuparamaya
• Isurumuniya Temple
• Ancient Monasteries
• Mihintale Rock Monastry

Driving Time: 1.5 Hours

Overnight: Anuradhapura

Travel to Sri Lanka's beautiful east coast. Blessed with one of the world's most spectacular and historically contested deep-water natural harbors, Trincomalee (famously known as "Trinco") is the crown jewel of Sri Lanka’s northeast coast. Striking a perfect balance between a laid-back tropical getaway and a deeply spiritual enclave, Trinco offers an completely different vibe compared to the busier southern coast

Visit:

• Koneswaram Hindu Temple
• Lovers Leap
• Fort Frederick
• Nilaveli Beach

Spend the evening relaxing by the ocean.

Driving Time: 3.5 Hours

Overnight: Trincomalee

Enjoy one of Sri Lanka's finest marine experiences.

Activities:

• Uppuweli Beach
• Snorkeling
• Swimming
• Coral reef exploration
• Tropical fish
• Sea turtles
• White sandy beaches

Optional:

• Scuba Diving

Overnight: Trincomalee

A relaxing day by the sea.

Optional experiences:

• Uppuweli Beach
• Whale watching (seasonal)
• Dolphin watching
• Marble Beach
• Kayaking (optional )
• Spa treatments (optional )

Overnight: Trincomalee

Travel to Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle.

Evening Village Experience:

• Sun set at Pidurangala Rock (evening eve)
• Catamaran ride (optional)
• Village house visit
• Traditional Sri Lankan lunch
• Cooking demonstration (optional)

Driving Time: 2.5 Hours

Overnight: Sigiriya

Early morning climb of the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Later visit:

• Dambulla Golden Cave Temple

Optional:

• Ayurvedic massage

Driving Time: 30 minutes

Overnight: Sigiriya

En route visit:

• Spice Garden
• Matale Hindu Kovil (optional)
• Batik Factory (optional)

In Kandy:

• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
• Cultural Dance Performance
• Kandy Lake

Driving Time: 2.5 Hours

Overnight: Kandy

Explore Sri Lanka's cultural capital.

Visit:

• Royal Botanical Gardens
• Bahirawakanda Temple
• Gem Museum
• Local Markets
• Ambuluwawa 360 scenic Tower (optional)

Overnight: Kandy

Journey through spectacular mountain scenery.

Visit:

• Ramboda Falls
• Tea Factory
• Tea Plantation

Explore the charming colonial town called Little England.

Driving Time: 3 Hours

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Morning excursion to:

• Horton Plains National Park
• World's End
• Baker's Falls

Afternoon:

• Gregory Lake
• Boat Ride (optional)
• City Tour (optional)

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Enjoy one of the world's most scenic train journeys.

Visit:

• Scenic Train Journey
• Ella Village
• Café Experience

Train Duration: Approximately 3–4 Hours

Overnight: Ella

Spend the day discovering Ella's natural beauty. Hike to Little Adam's Peak, visit the famous Nine Arches Bridge, admire Ravana Falls, and enjoy panoramic mountain views while relaxing in one of Ella's charming cafés.

Activities:

• Little Adam's Peak
• Nine Arch Bridge
• Tea estates
• Ravana Falls
• Flying Ravana Zipline
• Cafés

Overnight - Ella

Drive to Sri Lanka's surfing paradise.

Relax:

• Beach
• Surfing lessons
• Sunset

Overnight - Arugam Bay

Options:

• Relaxing at the beach
• Surfing
• Kumana Safari (optional)
• Lagoon Safari (optional)
• Fishing Spots (optional)

Overnight - Arugam Bay

Free day.

Enjoy the beach in the evening and delicious food at Fernando Market, dinner with breeze..

Optional:

• Yoga
• Beach
• Surfing
• Café hopping

Overnight - Arugam Bay

Travel along the southern coast, to the beautiful horseshoe-shaped bay of Hiriketiya, one of Sri Lanka's most picturesque beach destinations. Enjoy swimming, surfing, beach cafés, and the relaxed tropical atmosphere.

Relax:

• Swimming
• Surfing
• Beach cafés

Overnight - Hiriketiya

Next day evening we continue to Mirissa, one of Sri Lanka's most popular beach towns. Depending on the season, enjoy an optional whale and dolphin watching excursion before spending the afternoon relaxing on the beach or visiting Coconut Tree Hill.

Visit:

• Coconut Tree Hill
• Secret Beach
• Whale Watching (seasonal)

Overnight - Mirissa

Explore:

• Turtle hatchery ( en route)
• Stilt fishing (en route)
• Unawatuna beach
• Dutch Fort
• Lighthouse
• Ramparts
• Museums (optional)
• Boutique shopping (optional)

Overnight - Galle

After breakfast, travel back to Colombo. If time permits, enjoy some final sightseeing or shopping before transferring to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure, bringing your unforgettable Sri Lankan adventure to a close.

City Tour (optional) :

• Independence Square
• Lotus Tower
• Gangaramaya Temple
• Galle Face Green
• Shopping

Transfer to the airport.