Sri Lanka · Safari

7-Day Sri Lanka Tour from Galle to Negombo with Yala and Mirissa

7 Days Round trip from Galle Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Engage in whale watching in Mirissa
  • 02 Embark on a safari in Yala National Park
  • 03 Visit the Dutch Fort in Galle
  • 04 See the famed Buddha Relic Tooth Temple

Plunge into the rich cultural and natural heritage of Sri Lanka on this 7-day adventure from Galle to Negombo. Explore the history of Galle Fort, enjoy whale watching in Mirissa, and embark on a safari in Yala National Park. Travel through Ella and Nuwara Eliya, hike in Horton Plains, and visit the Buddha Relic Tooth Temple in Kandy. The journey also includes the Royal Botanical Garden, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and a picturesque boat ride on the Negombo Lagoon.

Explore the history of Galle Fort, enjoy whale watching in Mirissa, and embark on a safari in Yala National Park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Galle, Kandy, Mirissa, Negombo, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park, Pinnawala, Katunayake, Horton Plains National Park
Languages English, Tamil

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival at Bandaranaike Airport and Galle City Tour

  • Arrive in Galle and be greeted by your tour guide. Transfer to your hotel and complete check-in.
  • Take some time to explore Galle City at your leisure.
  • Head out for a visit to Galle Fort, a 16th-century fort built by the Portuguese and later fortified by the Dutch.

  • Make your way to the Sea Turtle Farm Galle Mahamodaya, where you can spend some time with and learn about the turtles sheltered here.

Overnight at a hotel in Galle

2
Day 02

Mirissa Whale Watching and Transfer to Yala

  • Set out towards Mirissa early in the morning.
  • Indulge in whale watching on the beaches of Mirissa.
  • Transfer to Yala for an overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Yala Safari and Ella Excursion

  • Head out early in the morning for a safari in Yala National Park.
  • Start driving towards Ella and stop to admire the Rawana Waterfall on the way.

  • Check into your hotel in Ella and step out for a city tour at your leisure.

Overnight in Ella

4
Day 04

Train Journey from Ella to Nuwara Eliya

  • Have a flavoursome breakfast and proceed to Ella Railway Station to catch the train to Nuwara Eliya.
  • Arrive at your hotel in Nuwara Eliya and complete the check-in procedure.
  • Commence a sightseeing tour of the city.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

5
Day 05

Horton Plains Hike and Kandy Cultural Evening

  • Enjoy an early breakfast and depart for Horton Plains, one of the windiest places in Sri Lanka.
  • Go for a hike around the national park and admire its rich biodiversity.

  • Return to the hotel to check out and depart for your journey towards Kandy.

  • Stop by the famous Tea Factory on the way.

  • Arrive in Kandy by evening and check into your hotel.

  • Visit the resplendent Buddha Relic Tooth Temple and proceed to enjoy a cultural dance performance.

Overnight in Kandy

6
Day 06

Kandy City Tour and Journey to Negombo

  • Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast and proceed for a city tour of Kandy.
  • Visit the Royal Botanical Garden.

  • Set out towards the city of Negombo.
  • Pay a visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Herbal Spice Garden on the way.

  • Arrive at your hotel in Negombo by evening and retreat to your room for a good night's rest.

7
Day 07

Negombo Lagoon Boat Ride and Departure

  • Pack up some energy for your final day of the tour with a delightful breakfast.
  • Head out to enjoy a boat ride on the Negombo Lagoon and commence a city tour.
  • Transfer to the airport for your homeward journey.

Galle Fort, Mirissa whale watching, Yala National Park safari

Where this trip takes you

Galle Fort, Mirissa whale watching, Yala National Park safari

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Galle 10 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transfers in an air-conditioned Toyota Prius car / KDH luxury van

  • English-speaking Sri Lankan tour guide/chauffeur

  • Fuel

  • USD 5000 passenger insurance per person

  • Government taxes/VAT

  • Standard BB accommodation for 6 nights

  • Breakfast

  • Driver's meals and lodging charges

  • Train tickets

  • Any toll fees

  • Tickets: Turtle Farm, Whale Watching, Yala Safari, Horton Plains, Buddha Relic Tooth Temple, Cultural Dance, Royal Botanical Garden, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Negombo Lagoon boat ride

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner

  • Beverages

  • Tips

  • All other personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Galle, Sri Lanka
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Galle.

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