Grand Island Discovery Tour
Grand TourThe ultimate 12-day Sri Lanka journey: Wilpattu leopard safari, sacred Anuradhapura, iconic Sigiriya, cultural Kandy, misty tea hills, Ella, Udawalawe elephant wilderness, Hiriketiya surf bay, Mirissa beaches, and Galle Fort.
Tour Overview
12 Days / 11 Nights Island ExperienceFor a Grand Island Discovery Tour – 12 Days / 11 Nights, experience the ultimate round-island expedition across Sri Lanka: Airport → Wilpattu (1 Night) → Anuradhapura (1 Night) → Sigiriya (2 Nights) → Kandy (1 Night) → Nuwara Eliya (1 Night) → Ella (2 Nights) → Udawalawe (1 Night) → Hiriketiya (1 Night) → Mirissa (1 Night) → Galle → Airport.
Track elusive leopards and sloth bears through Wilpattu’s ancient villu lakes, marvel at 2,000-year-old sacred stupas in Anuradhapura, climb the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. Journey through rolling tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya and scenic mountain trails in Ella, witness hundreds of wild Asian elephants in Udawalawe, unwind in the trendy turquoise waters of Hiriketiya horseshoe bay, watch blue whales in Mirissa, and explore the historic ramparts of UNESCO Galle Dutch Fort.
Travel in premium air-conditioned comfort with dedicated English-speaking chauffeur guides, luxury boutique resorts and eco-safari lodges, and personalized VIP service throughout your grand Sri Lankan voyage.
Key Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Structured route: Airport → Wilpattu → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Udawalawe → Hiriketiya → Mirissa → Galle → Airport
Airport → Wilpattu Wilderness
Arrival & Wilderness LodgeAirport pickup at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and private scenic transfer north towards the untamed wilderness of Wilpattu. Check in at your eco-safari lodge bordering the national park. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon surrounded by natural birdsong, a nature walk, and a peaceful starlit dinner. Overnight in Wilpattu.
Wilpattu Safari & Anuradhapura Sacred City
Leopard Safari & Ancient StupasAnuradhapura Sacred Kingdom → Sigiriya Citadel
Sigiriya Rock FortressDambulla Cave Temple & Village Culture
Cave Temples & Rural Village
Sigiriya → Kandy Hill Capital
Temple of the Tooth & Hill CapitalKandy → Nuwara Eliya Tea Highlands
Tea Plantations & Little EnglandNuwara Eliya → Ella Scenic Mountain Journey
Scenic Train & Mountain Haven
Ella Hikes & Nine Arch Bridge
Nine Arch Bridge & Valley Vistas
Ella → Udawalawe Wild Elephant Safari
Wild Elephant Safari
Udawalawe → Hiriketiya Horseshoe Bay
Horseshoe Surf Bay & Relaxation
Hiriketiya → Mirissa Tropical Beach
Mirissa Beach & Coconut Tree Hill
Mirissa → Galle Dutch Fort → Airport Departure
Galle Dutch Fort & Departure
What's Included & Excluded
Package Includes
- Airport pickup and drop-off (Bandaranaike International Airport)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with dedicated chauffeur guide
- 11 Nights' accommodation in handpicked 3-5 Star hotels & safari lodges
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- English speaking professional chauffeur guide
- All vehicle fuel, highway toll fees and parking charges
- Complimentary chilled bottled water during transfers
- All government taxes and service charges
Package Excludes
- International flights & visa fees (ETA)
- Lunch and dinner (unless specified)
- National Park safari jeeps & entrance permits (Wilpattu & Udawalawe)
- Site entrance fees & monument tickets (Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Temple of Tooth)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal expenses, tips and driver gratuities
- Early check-in & late check-out charges
- Any extra services not mentioned in the inclusions
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