Pearl of Sri Lanka private Sri Lanka itinerary

12 nights / 13 days · PRIVATE JOURNEY

Pearl of Sri Lanka

Our most expansive itinerary combines the Cultural Triangle, east-coast beaches, tea country, safari and the south coast.

Dambulla · Trincomalee · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Yala · Bentota · Colombo
BEST SEASONAL RATEContact us for today’s best available rateRates may increase or decrease according to travel dates, hotel availability, room category, meal plan and inclusions. We check contracted and special promotional rates for your dates before preparing your written quotation. Terms and conditions apply.

THE JOURNEY AT A GLANCE

A considered route.
Designed around you.

Our most expansive itinerary combines the Cultural Triangle, east-coast beaches, tea country, safari and the south coast. This published programme is a reliable starting point, not a rigid group tour. We can change the pace, hotel category, meal plan, room arrangement and optional experiences before preparing your personal quotation.

Two coastlines and the fullest cross-island Tamarind experience.
BEST SUITED TO

Travellers with two weeks who prefer a slower island crossing and meaningful time on both the east and southwest coasts.

EXPERIENCE PROFILE

Know what makes
this route different.

PACERelaxed two-week routeTRAVEL STYLESlow travel · Culture · Coast
UNESCO heritageTrincomalee coastNature trailsScenic train optionYala National ParkTwo beach stays

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Every day connected.
Nothing rushed.

Travel times, suggested stops and activity timings are checked again when we prepare your quotation. The final programme will reflect your flights, hotel availability and preferred pace.

01
Sri Lankan elephants in their natural landscape

Day 01

Airport to Dambulla

Arrive, meet your local team and travel to Dambulla via Pinnawala, with an optional village experience after check-in.

Local interactionTea countryPrivate transfer
02
Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle

Day 02

Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa

Climb Sigiriya and continue to Polonnaruwa for a guided tour of its royal and religious monuments.

UNESCO heritage
03
Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle

Day 03

Ancient Anuradhapura

Discover Sri Lanka’s earliest capital, monumental stupas, monastic ruins and sacred sites.

UNESCO heritage
04
Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle

Day 04

Dambulla to Trincomalee

Travel east and explore Trincomalee’s harbour, coastal viewpoints and cultural landmarks.

Beach stay
05
Palm-lined beach on Sri Lanka's coast

Day 05

Trincomalee at leisure

Relax on the east coast, with optional seasonal whale watching, snorkelling or a Pigeon Island experience.

Beach stay
06
Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle

Day 06

Trincomalee to Kandy

Return inland through Matale, visit Dambulla Cave Temple and end the day with Kandy’s cultural performance.

UNESCO heritageBeach stayLocal interaction
07
Sri Lanka's green tea country and central highlands

Day 07

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Tour Kandy and continue through tea estates and Ramboda Falls to Nuwara Eliya.

Tea country
08
Sri Lanka's green tea country and central highlands

Day 08

Nuwara Eliya and Horton Plains

Optional early visit to Horton Plains followed by a Nuwara Eliya city tour and a relaxed afternoon.

Hike or nature trailTea countryCity discovery
09
Sri Lankan leopard in Yala National Park

Day 09

Nuwara Eliya to Yala

Travel through Ella with Ravana Falls, Little Adam’s Peak and an optional hill-country train journey.

National park / safariHike or nature trailScenic train option
10
Sri Lankan leopard in Yala National Park

Day 10

Yala to Bentota

Enjoy a Yala safari, visit Galle Fort and continue to the southwest coast.

UNESCO heritageNational park / safariBeach stay
11
Sri Lankan leopard in Yala National Park

Day 11

Bentota at leisure

Unwind at the beach or add a river safari, responsible turtle conservation and water sports.

National park / safariBeach stay
12
Palm-lined beach on Sri Lanka's coast

Day 12

Bentota to Colombo

Private transfer and guided Colombo city tour for your final night.

Beach stayCity discovery
13
Colombo and the final stage of a Sri Lanka journey

Day 13

Departure

Travel to the airport in time for your flight home.

Private transfer

CLEAR BEFORE YOU BOOK

What is planned.
What is quoted separately.

Your final proposal will list the confirmed hotels, room types, meal plan, tickets and any additional services in full.

Included services

  • Airport welcome, pick-up and departure transfer
  • Arrival assistance at Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Private air-conditioned car or van throughout the journey
  • Experienced English-speaking chauffeur for the entire route
  • Kandy city tour of approximately three hours
  • Galle city tour of approximately three hours
  • Colombo city tour of approximately three hours
  • Nuwara Eliya city tour of approximately two hours
  • Visits to selected gem, batik and Sri Lankan handicraft centres
  • Vehicle fuel, local vehicle insurance and applicable government taxes

Not included

  • International flights and visa-related costs
  • Entrance fees and activity charges unless specifically listed in your quotation
  • Meals and beverages not confirmed in the final itinerary
  • Camera and video permits where applicable
  • Travel, medical and cancellation insurance
  • Tips for the chauffeur, guides and hotel teams
  • Personal expenses, optional activities and minibar charges
  • Early check-in, late checkout and services requested outside the confirmed programme
Important seasonal pricing note

Rates may increase or decrease according to travel dates, hotel availability, room category, meal plan and inclusions. We check contracted and special promotional rates for your dates before preparing your written quotation. Terms and conditions apply.

TAILOR THIS ITINERARY

Make this journey yours.

Tell us your dates, preferred hotel level, number of travellers and interests. A Sri Lanka specialist will adjust the route and prepare a written quotation around the way you want to travel.

Contact us for today’s best available rate. Rates may increase or decrease according to travel dates, hotel availability, room category, meal plan and inclusions. We check contracted and special promotional rates for your dates before preparing your written quotation. Terms and conditions apply.

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