Sri Lanka itinerary: 14 days
This private fourteen-day route covers the ancient cities, Kandy, the hill country, a Yala safari and the south and west coasts, ending with beach days. The fourteen days are your tour days in Sri Lanka: allow separately for your international journey.
| Day | Route | Itinerary overview |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Colombo → Negombo | Airport pickup and transfer to the Negombo hotel, followed by check-in and leisure time. |
| 2 | Negombo → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya | After breakfast, do the Negombo sightseeing tour and then head to your hotel in Anuradhapura. In the afternoon explore the ancient city. |
| 3 | Sigiriya → Polonnaruwa | Early morning visit to the Sigiriya rock fortress, then drive to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. |
| 4 | Sigiriya → Kandy | Leave for the hotel in Kandy after breakfast, stopping en route at Dambulla temple and the spice garden. |
| 5 | Kandy | After breakfast, explore the scenic city of Kandy, visiting downtown Kandy, the Tooth Relic Temple, the botanical garden, the gem museum, and the handicraft centre along the way. |
| 6 | Kandy → Nuwara Eliya | After breakfast enjoy the scenic train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya. |
| 7 | Nuwara Eliya → Ella | Early morning visit to Horton Plains National Park, then drive to Ella. |
| 8 | Ella → Yala | After breakfast, drive to the hotel in Yala, then go on a safari in the afternoon. |
| 9 | Yala → Mirissa | After breakfast, drive to your beach hotel. |
| 10 | Mirissa | Sightseeing tour of Mirissa |
| 11 | Mirissa → Bentota | After a breakfast drive to the hotel in Bentota. |
| 12 | Bentota | Leisure in the beach resort. Accommodation at a hotel in Bentota |
| 13 | Bentota | Leisure in the beach resort |
| 14 | Bentota → Colombo (Departure) | After breakfast drive to Colombo |
Is fourteen days enough?
Fourteen days lets you see the main regions without rushing every day. The first eight days still include early starts, sightseeing and transfers; the pace eases on the coast near the end. Check the detailed schedule below before choosing your dates.
What is included in the price?
Compare the Standard, Comfort and Luxury rates below, quoted per person. Read both the included and excluded lists: lunches, drinks, tips and gratuities are listed as exclusions.
Travelling from the UK, Europe, the US, Canada or Australia?
The tour starts and ends in Colombo, so it works whichever country you fly from. Count the fourteen days from your arrival in Sri Lanka and add your flight days separately. Prices and payments are in USD; EUR amounts are shown as an indication for European travellers.
Send your arrival date, departure date, number of travellers and preferred hotel category using the enquiry form below to request this itinerary and your exact quote.
See the full itinerary, package prices and enquiry form
All-inclusive Sri Lanka Private Grand Tour 14 Days
From ancient kingdoms to misty tea hills, wildlife-rich jungles to golden shores—this 14-day journey unlocks the very best of Sri Lanka. Climb the legendary Sigiriya Rock, walk among the sacred ruins of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, and pay homage at Kandy's Temple of the Tooth. Ride the world-famous train through emerald tea plantations to Nuwara Eliya, spot leopards on safari in Yala, and wander the colonial charm of Galle Fort. End with four blissful days unwinding on Bentota's sun-kissed beaches. Culture, nature, adventure, and relaxation—all in one unforgettable circuit.
Lock in your spot with just 20% down
Pay the remaining 80% when you arrive in Sri Lanka.
Planning your trip? Check your preferred dates before booking.
Explore with a local expert
Your private tour is led by a knowledgeable Sri Lankan guide who knows the roads, culture, and hidden stops. They'll handle the details, share stories along the way, and adapt the day to your pace.
Tour Gallery
Tour Highlights
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress – The "8th Wonder of the World" rises 200 meters above the jungle, offering breathtaking views and ancient frescoes
- Ancient Cities of Anuradhapura & Polonnaruwa – UNESCO World Heritage Sites showcasing Sri Lanka's magnificent royal past, including the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree
- Temple of the Tooth Relic – Sri Lanka's holiest Buddhist shrine, housing a sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha in Kandy
- Scenic Hill Country Train Ride – One of the world's most beautiful rail journeys through misty tea plantations from Kandy to Ella
- Wildlife Safari in Yala National Park – Spot leopards, elephants, and diverse wildlife in their natural habitat
- Galle Fort – A beautifully preserved colonial-era UNESCO World Heritage Site with Dutch architecture and ocean views
- Bentota Beaches – Relax on pristine golden sands along the southwestern coast with optional river safaris and turtle hatcheries
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo → Negombo
Airport pickup and transfer to the Negombo hotel, followed by check-in and leisure time.
- Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you'll be welcomed and transferred to the coastal town of Negombo, located just minutes from the airport. Settle into your hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening exploring the beach or sampling fresh seafood at a local restaurant.
- Accommodation at hotel in negombo
Day 2: Negombo → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya
After breakfast, do the Negombo sightseeing tour and then head to your hotel in Anuradhapura. In the afternoon explore the ancient city.
- Start your day with a visit to Negombo's vibrant fish market and colonial-era churches before driving to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's first ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the sacred city, including the Sri Maha Bodhi tree—a fig tree over 2,200 years old and one of the world's oldest living trees.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Sigiriya
Day 3: Sigiriya → Polonnaruwa
Early morning visit to the Sigiriya rock fortress, then drive to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa.
- Begin early with a climb of the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, often called the 8th wonder of the world. Marvel at the ancient frescoes, mirror wall, and panoramic views from the summit. Afterward, explore the mediaeval capital of Polonnaruwa, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its impressive ruins, temples, and statues.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Sigiriya or habarana
Day 4: Sigiriya → Kandy
Leave for the hotel in Kandy after breakfast, stopping en route at Dambulla temple and the spice garden.
- Travel to Kandy, Sri Lanka's cultural heartland. En route, you may visit a spice garden in Matale. In the evening, witness a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance.
- Accommodation at hotel in Kandy
Day 5: Kandy
After breakfast, explore the scenic city of Kandy, visiting downtown Kandy, the Tooth Relic Temple, the botanical garden, the gem museum, and the handicraft centre along the way.
- Spend the day exploring Kandy's highlights: the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Lanka's most important Buddhist site), Kandy Lake, and the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya.
- Accommodation at a hotel in kandy
Day 6: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast enjoy the scenic train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya.
- After breakfast, hit a scenic winding road from Kandy to Nuwara eliya, en route to stop at a tea garden, tea factory and waterfalls. Later, a sightseeing tour of Nuwara eliya with the old town area, Gregory lake esplanade.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Nuwar Eliya/Ambewela
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Early morning visit to Horton Plains National Park, then drive to Ella.
- Early morning, explore the last remaining cloud forest of sri Lanka, Horton Plains National Park, where you can trek to World's End—a sheer cliff with dramatic views. Later take the scenic hill country train to reach Ella. In the afternoon, Ella sightseeing tour with a visit to the iconic Nine Arches Bridge and hikes Little Adam's Peak. Overnight stay in Ella
Day 8: Ella → Yala
After breakfast, drive to the hotel in Yala, then go on a safari in the afternoon.
- After breakfast, continue to Yala National Park, home to the highest concentration of leopards in the world. Enjoy an afternoon jeep safari to spot leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Yala
Day 9: Yala → Mirissa
After breakfast, drive to your beach hotel.
- Today you are heading to one of the most scenic and popular beach resorts in Sri Lanka, Mirissa. Check in at the hotel and enjoy leisure. End the day in Mirissa.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Mirissa
Day 10: Mirissa
Sightseeing tour of Mirissa
- After breakfast, explore the scenic places in Mirissa, such as Coconut tree hill, Parrot Rock, and turtle beach.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Mirissa
Day 11: Mirissa → Bentota
After a breakfast drive to the hotel in Bentota.
- After breakfast head to your beach hotel in Bentota. En route, stop at Galle fort for a Guided walking tour and turtle conservation project. Enjoy two days of relaxation and activities on Bentota's golden beaches. Options include a River safari through mangroves, visiting a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda, water sports, or simply unwinding by the Indian Ocean.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Bentota
Day 12: Bentota
Leisure in the beach resort. Accommodation at a hotel in Bentota
- Enjoy relaxation and activities on Bentota's golden beaches
Day 13: Bentota
Leisure in the beach resort
- Leisure in the beach resort.
- Accommodation at a hotel in Bentota
Day 14: Bentota → Colombo (Departure)
After breakfast drive to Colombo
- Drive to Colombo for a city tour or direct transfer to the airport for departure
Included
- 13 Nights of hotel accommodation
- Entrance fees to Sigiriya rock, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Tooth relic temple, Dambulla golden temple, Peradeniya botanical garden, sea turtle project, Kandyan cultural show
- Daily breakfast and dinner (13 breakfasts and dinners)
- Air-conditioned vehicle for the ground transportation
- All inclusive Hill country train trip
- Tea factory and tea garden tour
- Guided spice/herbal garden tour
- Ella sightseeing tour with nine arch bridge
- Kandy city tour and Nuwara Ealiya sightseeing tour
- All inclusive Yala safari
- All inclusive Bentota River safari
- Gem museum and Kandyan cultural show
- Galle fort guided tour
- Village tour, cooking class and a local meal
- Mirissa sightseeing tour
- English-speaking chauffeur-guide
- Negombo cit tour with fish market
- All taxes
Not Included
- Lunches and drinks
- Tips and Gratuities
Payment policy
Confirm your booking with a 20% deposit. Pay the remaining 80% balance on arrival in Sri Lanka.
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 15 days before departure for free cancellation and a full refund of your deposit.
For cancellations 14 days or fewer before departure, your 20% deposit is non-refundable.
Things to Know Before Booking
- Sri Lanka's roads are narrow and winding; driving times are longer than distances suggest
- The scenic train tour is a very popular activity in Sri Lanka; Therefore train is fully booked most of time. We can guarantee only a 50% chance of securing seats for you.
- Do not drink tap water; bottled water is readily available.
- Lightweight, breathable clothing plus a warm layer for cool hill country mornings.
- Socks are essential for temple visits—stone floors get extremely hot, Be respectful when photographing Buddha statues.
- Remove shoes and hats before entering temple grounds; Shoulders and knees must be covered when visiting temples.
- Carry sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle.
- Universal travel adapter (plug types: D, G, and M are common).
- Dress modestly away from beach areas; swimwear is for the beach only.
- We cannot guarantee the seats for the train trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Select Package Type
Infants (0-5 years): free of charge when sharing their parents' room. Children (6-12 years) pay 75% of the adult rate when sharing their parents' room. Children needing their own room are charged the adult rate.
EUR prices are approximate; final quotes and payments are in USD.
Number of Travelers
Special Requests
Booking Summary
Request a quote
Ask about All-inclusive Sri Lanka Private Grand Tour 14 Days. The quote is free. A 20% deposit is required to confirm a booking; the remaining 80% is payable on arrival.
Planning Your Trip
- Best time to visit Sri Lanka →
Month-by-month weather & region guide.
- How many days do you need? →
4, 7, 10 or 14 days — what fits each length.
- What to pack for Sri Lanka →
Complete packing checklist by season.
- Sri Lanka ETA visa guide →
How to apply, fees, and requirements.
Traveller reviews of this trip
You may also like
10-Day Private Round Tour
Full 10-day island loop with private driver-guide and hotels.
View tour8-Day Private Tour — 25 Amazing Places
Comprehensive 8-day loop covering 25 sights and activities.
View tour8-Day Culture, Wildlife & Nilaveli Beach Tour
Kandy, Sigiriya, Minneriya safari, 3 nights on Nilaveli beach, Ella and the blue train.
View tour12-Day Sri Lanka Tour
A leisurely 12-day loop with culture, wildlife and beach relaxation.
View tour