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12-Day Sri Lanka Tour

Culture, wildlife & beach — the complete 12-day journey covering every highlight of Sri Lanka.

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From $1,395per person
12 Days11 Nights
7Regions Covered
4★ / 5★Hotel Options
PrivateVehicle & Driver Guide
Overview

About this tour

The complete Sri Lanka experience in 12 days. Explore ancient Anuradhapura and Sigiriya, experience Kandy's living culture, go white-water rafting in Kithulgala, traverse Ella's stunning mountains, track leopards at Yala, walk the ramparts of Galle Fort, and unwind on Bentota's golden beaches. Every highlight, no rushing.

Day by Day

Tour itinerary

01

Airport → Negombo

12km · Beach City

Airport pickup and transfer to Negombo. Explore the charming fishing town — vibrant fish market, Dutch canals, and golden sand beach.

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Accommodation4★ Amagi Aria or similar · 5★ Sentido Heritance or similar
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MealsDinner
02

Negombo → Anuradhapura

190km · Sacred City

Journey to the ancient sacred city of Anuradhapura. Visit the sacred Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, Jetavanaramaya, and Thuparamaya — Sri Lanka's oldest stupa.

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Accommodation4★ Rajarata Hotel or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
03

Anuradhapura → Sigiriya

85km · Cultural Triangle

Transfer to Sigiriya. Afternoon Minneriya National Park safari to witness wild elephants gathering at the reservoir. Evening village tour by tuk-tuk and catamaran.

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Accommodation4★ Habarana Village by Cinnamon or similar · 5★ Cinnamon Lodge or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
04

Sigiriya Full Day

Full Day · Ancient Wonders

Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock at sunrise — ancient frescoes, mirror wall, and panoramic summit views. Visit Dambulla Cave Temple complex with 150+ Buddha statues.

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AccommodationSame as Day 3
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
05

Sigiriya → Kandy

95km · Cultural Capital

Travel to Kandy through spice gardens. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Gem Museum, and enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance.

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Accommodation4★ Cinnamon Citadel or similar · 5★ Mahaweli Reach or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
06

Kandy → Kithulgala

75km · Adventure

Morning at the Royal Botanical Gardens. Afternoon white-water rafting on the Kelani River in Kithulgala — an exhilarating adventure through jungle rapids. Visit the Bridge on the River Kwai filming location.

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Accommodation4★ Plantation Hotel or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
07

Kithulgala → Nuwara Eliya

95km · Tea Country

Journey through stunning hill country. Tea factory visit, Ramboda Waterfall. Explore Nuwara Eliya — Victoria Park, Gregory Lake, and colonial charm.

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Accommodation4★ Araliya Red or similar · 5★ Araliya Green City or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
08

Nuwara Eliya → Ella

65km · Mountain Paradise

Scenic drive to Ella. Visit Nine Arches Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak for panoramic views, and explore Ella's charming village cafes and Ravana Falls.

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Accommodation4★ 98 Acres Resort or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
09

Ella → Yala

130km · Safari Country

Journey south to Yala National Park. Afternoon jeep safari — track leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and exotic birdlife.

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Accommodation4★ Cinnamon Wild Yala or similar · 5★ Jetwing Yala or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
10

Yala → Galle → Bentota

200km · Heritage Coast

Drive along the scenic south coast. Explore Galle Fort — UNESCO World Heritage Site with cobbled streets and ocean-view ramparts. Continue to Bentota.

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Accommodation4★ Centara Ceysands or similar · 5★ Anantara Kalutara or similar
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
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Bentota Beach Day

Full Day · Beach Paradise

Full day on Bentota's golden beach. Water sports, Madu River boat safari, turtle hatchery visit, or simply relax by the pool with ocean views.

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AccommodationSame as Day 10
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MealsBreakfast & Dinner
12

Bentota → Airport

88km · Departure

Final morning by the ocean. Comfortable airport transfer. Depart with twelve days of incredible Sri Lankan memories spanning culture, adventure, wildlife, and beach.

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MealsBreakfast

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What's Included

Private, air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking chauffeur throughout
4-star or 5-star hotel options
Government taxes & expressway charges
Driver accommodation & meals included
24/7 customer support

Value-Added Services

  • 500ml complimentary water bottle per person, daily
  • Wheelchair and baby seat available on request
  • 24-hour customer care service
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