The Grand Island Circuit

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Description

Experience Sri Lanka in its fullest form with The Grand Island Circuit, a perfectly balanced journey through ancient capitals, cultural treasures, misty hill country, abundant wildlife, and golden southern beaches. This extended adventure takes you from Negombo’s laid-back coast to the majestic ruins of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, onward to Sigiriya and Kandy’s cultural heart. Travel through lush tea estates and scenic highlands to Ella, then descend toward Yala and Tissamaharama for unforgettable safaris. Conclude your journey with sun, sea, and relaxation in Mirissa and Bentota before exploring Colombo’s vibrant urban charm. A complete exploration of Sri Lanka’s soul awaits.

Price Includes

  • 12 Nights hotel accomodation
  • On Trip Transport
  • 2 Meals / day

Price Excludes

  • Lunch

What to Expect

Expect a rich and immersive journey spanning culture, history, wildlife, beaches, spirituality, and hill-country beauty. Discover UNESCO sites, sacred temples, village experiences, tea plantations, mountain viewpoints, whale-rich coasts, and southern beaches. Enjoy a seamless blend of relaxation and exploration with comfortable stays, private transfers, curated excursions, and expert-guided experiences throughout this 13-day island-wide adventure.

  • Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa & Anuradhapura ancient heritage
  • Minneriya & Yala National Park wildlife safaris
  • Kandy cultural show & Temple of the Tooth
  • Nuwara Eliya tea country, waterfalls & World’s End
  • Southern beaches, whale watching & turtle conservation

Itinerary

Day 1 – Airport → Negombo

Relax at Negombo, visit the fish market, and explore nearby historical and colonial sites.
Overnight stay: Negombo

Day 2 – Negombo → Sigiriya (via Pinnawala)

Travel to Sigiriya, stopping at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. In the evening, enjoy a Minneriya Safari.
Overnight stay: Sigiriya

Day 3 – Sigiriya → Polonnaruwa → Anuradhapura

Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, visit Polonnaruwa’s ancient city, then continue to Anuradhapura.
Overnight stay: Anuradhapura

Day 4 – Anuradhapura → Sigiriya

Explore the sacred ancient city of Anuradhapura, filled with temples, stupas, and royal ruins. Return to Sigiriya.
Overnight stay: Sigiriya

Day 5 – Sigiriya → Kandy

Enjoy a village safari in Sigiriya before heading to Kandy. Experience an evening Cultural Show.
Overnight stay: Kandy

Day 6 – Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

Visit the Temple of the Tooth (Dalada Maligawa), then travel to Nuwara Eliya, stopping at a tea factory and waterfalls. Enjoy an evening walk in the cool highland city.
Overnight stay: Nuwara Eliya

Day 7 – Nuwara Eliya (World’s End Trail)

Embark on a scenic trek to World’s End in Horton Plains. Return to the hotel and relax for the evening.
Overnight stay: Nuwara Eliya

Day 8 – Nuwara Eliya → Ella

Travel to Ella, visiting the Hakgala Botanical Garden on the way. Explore Mini World’s End and other Ella attractions.
Overnight stay: Ella

Day 10 – Yala → Kataragama → Mirissa

Visit the sacred Kataragama Temple, then continue to the coastal town of Mirissa to relax by the sea.
Overnight stay: Mirissa

Day 11 – Mirissa → Bentota (via Kosgoda)

Enjoy a relaxing morning in Mirissa. Travel to Bentota, stopping at the Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Centre.
Overnight stay: Bentota

Day 12 – Bentota → Colombo

Relax on Bentota Beach, enjoy water sports, then travel to Colombo for evening shopping and sightseeing.
Overnight stay: Colombo

Day 13 – Colombo → Airport

Visit selected historical and cultural sites in Colombo before departing for the airport.

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