Triptune
Grand Sri Lanka Discovery
Kandy · 10 days · Up to 6 travelers
The whole island in ten unhurried days: ancient rock fortresses, cave temples, a wild elephant gathering, tea-country train rides, a Yala safari and a whale watching finale on the south coast. This is the flagship itinerary for travelers who want to see it all without rushing.
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Arrive Colombo, private transfer to Negombo for a relaxed first night
Negombo
Negombo is close to the airport, ideal for late-arrival flights.
- 2
Transfer to Sigiriya, late-afternoon climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress in softer light
Sigiriya
Afternoon climbs are cooler and less crowded than sunrise slots.
- 3
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple complex, cycle through the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa
Dambulla / Polonnaruwa
Bicycles provided for the flat, shaded Polonnaruwa site.
- 4
Morning jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park for the elephant gathering, transfer to Kandy
Minneriya / Kandy
Park choice depends on seasonal elephant concentrations.
- 5
Kandy sightseeing: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Gardens Peradeniya, evening Kandyan dance performance
Kandy
Dress modestly for the temple visit.
- 6
Scenic train ride through tea country from Kandy toward Ella, check-in and evening at leisure
Ella
Window seats fill fast; book ahead where possible.
- 7
Sunrise hike up Little Adam's Peak, tea factory tour, transfer toward Yala in the afternoon
Ella / Yala
Roughly 4 hours drive from Ella to Yala.
- 8
Full-day jeep safari in Yala National Park spotting leopards, elephants and sloth bears
Yala National Park
Two sessions with a picnic lunch inside the park.
- 9
Transfer to Mirissa, afternoon at leisure, evening beach walk and sunset
Mirissa
Roughly 2 hours drive from Yala to Mirissa.
- 10
Early-morning whale watching boat tour, visit Galle Fort en route to Colombo, departure transfer
Mirissa / Galle / Colombo
Whale watching season runs strongest December to April.
Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation (4-star and boutique hotels)
- Daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver-guide throughout
- All entrance fees per itinerary
- 2 jeep safaris (Minneriya/Kaudulla and Yala)
- Whale watching boat tour
- Scenic train ticket through tea country
Exclusions
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Most lunches and dinners
- Camera/video permit fees
- Tips and gratuities
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Up to 6 travelers on this package
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