Long Tour
Tour Description
Experience the very best of Sri Lanka in this unforgettable 16-day journey across the island’s most iconic destinations. From golden beaches and misty hill country to ancient cities and vibrant wildlife, every day offers a new adventure. Explore sacred temples, tea plantations, waterfalls, and cultural wonders while enjoying authentic Sri Lankan hospitality. Whether you seek relaxation, exploration, or a mix of both — this tour promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Include
- Accommodation in well-rated 3-star or 4-star hotels
- Daily gourmet breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional chaueur-guide
- Assistance on arrival and departure at the airport
- All tours, transfers, and guided experiences as per itinerary
- Government taxes and service charges
Exclude
- International airfares
- Lunches & dinners (unless specified)
- Entrance fees to sites, parks, and experiences
- Personal expenses and optional tips
- Travel insurance & visa fees
Schedule
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport
(CMB), meet your guide and transfer to your hotel in Negombo.
Optional activities (time permitting):
- Boat ride along the Dutch Canal
- Visit Negombo Fish Market
- Evening walk on the beach to watch the sunset
📍 Overnight: Negombo
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Drive to Sigiriya via Dambulla (approx. 4 hours).
Visit:
- Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with magnificent
Buddha statues and murals
Optional: - Batik workshop or wood carving center in Matale
📍 Overnight: Sigiriya / Habarana
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the “Lion Rock” with frescoes and
stunning views.
Afternoon:
- Explore a nearby village by bullock cart
- Traditional Sri Lankan cooking demonstration with a local family
📍 Overnight: Sigiriya / Habarana
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Morning:
- Cycle tour of Polonnaruwa ruins including the royal palace and Gal Vihara
Buddha statues
Afternoon (optional): - Jeep safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to see wild elephants
📍 Overnight: Sigiriya / Habarana
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Drive to Kandy (approx. 3 hours) with stops at:
- Matale Spice Garden to learn about Ayurvedic herbs and spices
- Hindu Temple visit in Matale
In Kandy: - Relax or enjoy an optional Ayurvedic spa treatment or cooking class
📍 Overnight: Kandy
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Visit:
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Lanka’s holiest Buddhist site
- Walk around Kandy Lake and the bustling city center
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
Evening: - Traditional Kandyan dance and drumming performance
📍 Overnight: Kandy
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Board the scenic train from Peradeniya to Nanu Oya, passing tea plantations
and misty hills.
In Nuwara Eliya:
- Tour Pedro Tea Estate
- Walk around Gregory Lake and explore colonial architecture
Optional: - Visit a strawberry farm or relax at Gregory Lake park
📍 Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Early morning (optional):
- Trek Horton Plains National Park to World’s End and Baker’s Falls
Drive to Ella (approx. 2 hours) with stop at: - Ravana Falls
Evening: - Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge
📍 Overnight: Ella
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Morning:
- Hike to Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views
Optional: - Challenging hike to Ella Rock
Afternoon: - Relax at cafes or enjoy zip-lining at Flying Ravana Adventure Park
📍 Overnight: Ella
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Drive south to Yala (approx. 4 hours).
Afternoon:
- Jeep safari in Yala National Park to spot leopards, elephants, and other
wildlife
Optional night activity: - Nature walk near your lodge
📍 Overnight: Near Yala
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel or safari lodge
Morning safari (optional) for better wildlife sightings.
Drive to Mirissa, stopping to see:
Stilt fishermen in Weligama
Evening:
Relax on Mirissa beach and enjoy a sunset cocktail
📍 Overnight: Mirissa
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel or beachfront resort
Early morning:
- Whale watching cruise (Nov–Apr) for blue whales and dolphins
Rest of day: - Beach relaxation, snorkeling, or surfing lessons
Optional: - Yoga class by the beach
📍 Overnight: Mirissa
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel or beachfront resort
Visit:
- Galle Dutch Fort with its colonial architecture, ramparts, and galleries
Lunch at The Fort Bazaar or local cafes inside Galle Fort
Drive to Colombo (approx. 2.5–3 hours)
Optional stop: - Hikkaduwa or Bentota for beach or watersports
📍 Overnight: Colombo or Negombo (if early departure next day)
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Explore:
- Gangaramaya Temple
- Independence Square
- Old Parliament Building
Shopping: - Barefoot Gallery, Laksala, Pettah Market
Optional: - Tuk-tuk street food tour in the evening
📍 Overnight: Colombo
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Suggestions:
- Visit Dutch Museum or Colombo National Museum
- Relax at a rooftop café or spa
- Final shopping and souvenir hunting
📍 Overnight: Colombo
🛌 Stay: Comfortable 3/4-star hotel
Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) for your onward flight.
Optional stop (if time permits):
- Last-minute shopping at Barefoot or Laksala
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