Sri Lanka · Safari

14-Day Sri Lanka Highlights Tour with Safaris Temples and Beaches

14 Days Round trip from Negombo Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Pay a relaxing visit to Mirissa Beach
02 Offer your prayers at Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya Lion Rock
03 Admire the beauty of nature at the Royal Botanical Garden
04 Enjoy the famous tea train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
05 Tour across Nine Arch Bridge and Galle Fort
06 Go on safari at Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks

Sign up for this exciting 14-day vacation to explore the highlights of Sri Lanka, from ancient ruins, Buddhist and Hindu temples, and national parks to scenic hill country and coastal beaches. Visit major attractions such as Galle Fort, Sigiriya Lion Rock, Dambulla Cave Temple, Nine Arch Bridge, Mihintale, Trincomalee, Kandy, and Mirissa Beach. Along the way, enjoy wildlife safaris, rural village experiences, and the option of the famous tea train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella.

You will be able to see Sri Lankan elephants, birds, and lots of wild animals.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Anuradhapura, Galle, Kandy, Dambulla, Matale, Trincomalee, Mirissa, Negombo, Sigiriya, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Minneriya National Park, Habarana, Katunayake, Udawalawe National Park, Kaudulla National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Negombo and Transfer to Anuradhapura

You will be picked up from the airport. Depending on your flight schedule, your day will be planned. Your destination for the day will be Anuradhapura.

Day 02

Explore Anuradhapura Ancient City

Today, you will visit Anuradhapura Ancient City.
Explore the ruins, stupas, and statues, and see many important places related to the history of Sri Lanka.

Day 03

Mihinthale Rock Temple and Onward to Trincomalee

Today, you will go to Mihinthale Rock Temple. You will truly feel the proud culture and history of Sri Lanka. The rural culture and dry zone climate will give you a memorable experience.

Day 04

Discover Trincomalee

Explore Trincomalee, one of the finest ports in the world.
Head to a Hindu Kovil, Nilaveli Beach, and the hot water springs. You can also enjoy a boat ride if you wish.

Day 05

Travel to Habarana and Safari Experience

Travel to Habarana from Trincomalee and enjoy safari rides at Minneriya and Kaudulla National Parks. You will be able to see Sri Lankan elephants, birds, and lots of wild animals.

We recommend a Tree House stay at night for a different experience.

Day 06

Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock

During the day, you will visit the mysterious and wonderful Lion Rock in Sigiriya. We know one day will not be enough to visit that wonderful place, but it will still be a great experience.

Day 07

Rural Life Experience and Pidurangala Sunset

During the day, you can enjoy a real rural life experience. Taste Sri Lankan food, enjoy bullock cart rides, and visit the paddy fields.
In the evening, proceed to Pidurangala Temple to see the sunset.

Day 08

Journey to Kandy via Dambulla and Matale

Today, you will travel to Kandy.
During the tour, visit the Rock Temple in Dambulla, spice gardens in Matale, and the Matale Hindu Temple. In the evening, you can watch a Kandyan dancing show at the Cultural Centre.

Day 09

Temple of the Tooth and Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

In the morning, visit the Tooth Relic at Dalada Maligawa.
Then, travel to Pinnawala to see the Elephant Orphanage.
In the evening, go for a city tour in Kandy or visit the Royal Botanical Garden in Peradeniya.

Day 10

Nuwara Eliya to Ella with Tea Country Views

You will travel to Nuwara Eliya today. During the tour, visit vegetable plantations, tea plantations, and tea factories.
If you wish to take the famous train tour, we will drop you at Nanu Oya Railway Station and pick you up from Ella Railway Station.

Day 11

Explore Ella

During the day, see the famous Nine Arch Bridge, tea plantations, and Ella Waterfall, and enjoy the many activities available in Ella.

Day 12

Udawalawe Safari and Arrival in Mirissa

You will head to Mirissa today.
On the way, enjoy a different wildlife safari experience in Udawalawe National Park.
In the evening, enjoy the sunset at Mirissa Beach.

Day 13

Mirissa Beach and Optional Whale Watching

If the sea is calm, you can go for a whale watching experience and enjoy surfing if the waves are suitable.

Day 14

Return to Negombo or Airport Departure

Today will be the last day of the tour. You will travel to Negombo today or to the airport if you wish.
On the way, visit Galle Fort if you wish to collect some souvenirs.

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