Golden Sri Lanka | 15 Days

15 Days & 14 Nights

Golden Sri Lanka | 15 Days & 14 Nights

Tour Details​

The Golden Sri Lanka tour is a 14-night, 15-day journey covering the island’s top attractions. Highlights include the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, built by King Kasyapa in the 5th century AD, and the Temple of the Tooth Relic, which holds Buddha’s sacred tooth. The itinerary also features Horton Plains National Park, a visit to Ella—a favorite among nature lovers—Yala National Park, renowned for its high leopard population, and an exciting whale-watching boat tour to spot blue whales. The tour concludes with a city exploration in Colombo.

Attractions To Be Covered

Tour Highlights

  • Pinnawala Elephants Orphanage
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Golden Temple Dambulle
  • Temple of the Tooth Relic
  • Gem Museum Kandy
  • Ambuluwawa Tower
  • Ramboda Fall
  • Damro Tea Factory
  • Gregory Lake
  • Horton Plains
  • Nuwara Eliya City Tour
  • Ella Scenic Train Ride
  • Mini Adams Peak
  • Nine Arch Bridge
  • Ravana Fall
  • Jeep Safari in Yala
  • Kosgoda Turtle Hatcher
  • Madu River Boat Safari
  • Old Dutch Fort Galle
  • Whale Watching at Mirissa
  • Coconut Hill
  • Gangarama Temple

Itinerary

Tour Details​

Day 1Negombo

Upon your arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, our representative will be there to welcome you and accompany you to the nearby coastal town of Negombo. You can spend the rest of the day unwinding after your long flight or explore Negombo’s vibrant nightlife in the tourist area.

Overnight stay in Negombo.

After breakfast, we will head to the ancient city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can explore the impressive ruins of palaces, gardens, Buddhist temples, and monasteries. Alternatively, you can embark on a guided jeep safari in Wilpattu National Park.

Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

After enjoying breakfast in the morning, we will continue our exploration of Anuradhapura. In the afternoon, we will head to Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an ancient rock fortress built by King Kasyapa. You will have the opportunity to visit the iconic Lion Rock and climb to the top. An optional visit to Pidurangala Rock can also be arranged.

Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Travel to Polonnaruwa and explore its ancient city, including the Gal Vihara Complex. Admire the impressive ruins of the grand garden city built by King Parakramabahu. An optional jeep safari in Minneriya National Park or a village tour in Sigiriya is also available.

Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

After breakfast, visit the Golden Cave Temple in Dambulla, then head to Kandy to explore the Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses Buddha’s sacred tooth. We will also pay for the visit to view the Tooth Relic. In the afternoon, enjoy the Kandyan Cultural Show.

Overnight stay in Kandy.

Travel to Nuwara Eliya, the highest city in Sri Lanka, stopping along the way at Ramboda Waterfalls, a tea plantation, and a tea factory known for its world-famous Ceylon Tea. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Start with an early morning visit to Horton Plains National Park, where you'll walk 5 km through a scenic landscape. Afterward, enjoy a city tour of the beautiful Nuwara Eliya, including a stop at the serene Gregory Lake.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Take a morning train from Nanu Oya Railway Station on a scenic journey to Ella, where the driver will meet you at the station. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge. Spend the rest of the day exploring Ella Town, a popular tourist destination.

Overnight stay in Ella.

After breakfast, enjoy a morning hike to Mini Adam’s Peak, which has the highest oxygen level density in South Asia. You can also take an optional half-kilometer zip line ride. The rest of the day is yours to explore, and spend the night in the famous Ella Town.

Overnight stay in Ella.

Continue your journey to Yala National Park, where you'll enjoy a guided jeep safari in the afternoon. Known for having the highest leopard density in the world, you have a chance to see elephants, sloth bears, spotted deer, and over 225 bird species in Yala National Park

Overnight stay in Yala.

After breakfast, head to Galle, the major city on the south coast. Explore the historic Galle Fort and visit the Dutch Hospital shopping complex, a great spot to pick up souvenirs.

Overnight stay in Unawatuna.

Spend the day at leisure in Unawatuna, enjoying the famous Unawatuna Beach. You can try surfing, snorkeling, or simply relax and sunbathe on the sandy shores. In the evening, enjoy beach parties and various night activities.

Overnight stay in Unawatuna.

Take a boat ride along the Madhu River and visit the Turtle Hatchery, a key turtle nesting site. Spend the rest of the day relaxing near Hikkaduwa Beach. An optional whale-watching tour can also be arranged.

Overnight stay in Bentota.

Proceed to Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka, for a city tour around the shopping district. Visit the Gangarama Temple and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Overnight stay in Colombo.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to the airport to catch your departure flight. Not quite ready to leave? We can help arrange additional travel plans so you can extend your vacation.

We can help arrange additional travel plans so you can extend your vacation.

Tour Packages

Tour Highlights

Package 01 | 03 stars to 04 stars hotels

930 USD Per Person (2 PAX)

1st night - Negombo

Earls Regent - 04 stars Hotel

2nd night - Anuradhapura

Rajarata Hotel - 04 stars Hotel

3rd & 4th nights - Sigiriya

Ceyloni Sigiriya - 03 stars Hotel

5th night - Kandy

Oak Ray Regency - 04 stars Hotel

6th & 7th nights - Nuwara Eliya

Summer Hill Breeze - 03 stars Hotel

8th & 9th nights - Ella

Ella Flower Garden - 03 stars Hotel

10th night - Yala

Grand Tamarind Lake - 04 stars Hotel

11th & 12th nights - Mirissa

Olu Ayurvedic Resort & Spa - 03 stars Hotel

13th night - Bentota

Rockside Beach - 03 stars Hotel

14th night - Colombo

Mirage Colombo - 04 stars Hotel

Breakfast & Dinner included.

Package 02 | 04 stars to 05 stars hotels

1420 USD Per Person (2 PAX)

1st night - Negombo

Jetwing Blue - 05 stars Hotel

2nd night - Anuradhapura

Miridiya Lake Resort - 04 stars Hotel

3rd & 4th nights - Sigiriya

Habarana Village - 03 stars Hotel

5th night - Kandy

Cinnamon Citadel - 04 stars Hotel

6th & 7th nights - Nuwara Eliya

Araliya Red - 04 stars Hotel

8th & 9th nights - Ella

EKHO Ella - 04 stars Hotel

10th night - Yala

Cinnamon Wild Yala - 04 stars Hotel

11th & 12th nights - Mirissa

Marriott Weligama - 05 stars Hotel

13th night - Bentota

Cinnamon Bey - 05 stars Hotel

14th night - Colombo

Movenpick - 05 stars Hotel

Breakfast & Dinner included.

Tour Inclusions

Tour Highlights

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off.
  • Fully Air-Conditioned Private modern vehicle.
  • Assistance from an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • One bottle (1 liter) of drinking water per person per day.
  • Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Fuel & local insurance for the vehicle.
  • All applicable taxes and VAT.

Tour Exclusions

Tour Highlights

  • International flight airfare.
  • Lunch during the tour.
  • Entrance fees to any sights in Sri Lanka.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, beverages, and etc.
  • All items not mentioned in the above inclusions.
  • Visa.