14-Day Grand Tour of Sri Lanka
The complete island in two weeks, with extra nights in Sigiriya, Kandy and Ella so you never feel rushed.
- ✈️ Airport to airport
- 🚗 Private vehicle and driver
- 🛠️ Fully customisable
Route at a glance
- Airport
- Anuradhapura
- Sigiriya
- Polonnaruwa
- Kandy
- Nuwara Eliya
- Ella
- Yala
- Mirissa
- Galle
- Bentota
- Negombo
- Airport
About this tour
Our most complete tour. It begins in Anuradhapura, covers the whole Cultural Triangle, spends two nights each in Kandy and Ella, and finishes with Yala and a long south coast stretch. Because you stay longer in the best places, the driving days stay short and you have time to rest.
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1: Airport to Anuradhapura
Drive north to Anuradhapura. If time allows, visit the Sri Maha Bodhi and the Ruwanwelisaya stupa in the evening.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 4.5 to 5.5 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Anuradhapura
- 2
Day 2: Anuradhapura to Sigiriya
Explore the ancient ruins in the morning, then visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and continue to Sigiriya.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 2 to 3 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Sigiriya
- 3
Day 3: Sigiriya Rock and a safari
Climb Sigiriya Rock early, then take an afternoon jeep safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla, depending on where the elephants are.
- 🚗 Driving:
- Short drives only
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Sigiriya
- 4
Day 4: Polonnaruwa to Kandy
Visit Polonnaruwa in the morning, then drive to Kandy with a stop at a spice garden near Matale.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 3.5 to 4 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Kandy
- 5
Day 5: Kandy at leisure
Visit the Temple of the Tooth, walk around Kandy Lake and see the Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya. In the evening, watch a Kandyan dance show.
- 🚗 Driving:
- Short local drives
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Kandy
- 6
Day 6: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Drive up through tea country, visit a tea factory, and enjoy the cool air and gardens of Nuwara Eliya.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 3 to 3.5 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Nuwara Eliya
- 7
Day 7: Horton Plains to Ella
Start early for the World's End walk, then continue through Haputale, with a stop at Lipton's Seat if the weather is clear, and on to Ella.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 5 to 6 hours of driving, plus the walk
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Ella
- 8
Day 8: Ella at leisure
Walk up Little Adam's Peak, see the Nine Arches Bridge and Ravana Falls, and visit a tea estate. A good day to rest.
- 🚗 Driving:
- Short local drives
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Ella
- 9
Day 9: Ella to Yala
Drive to the Yala area. Take an afternoon jeep safari for leopards, elephants and birds.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 3 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Tissamaharama or Yala area
- 10
Day 10: Yala to Mirissa
Go on an early-morning safari, then drive to the south coast and settle in at Mirissa.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 2.5 to 3 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Mirissa
- 11
Day 11: Mirissa to Galle
Take an optional early whale-watching trip (roughly November to April). Stop at Coconut Tree Hill and Weligama, and see Galle Fort at sunset.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 1 to 1.5 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Galle
- 12
Day 12: Galle to Bentota
Stop at Unawatuna or Hikkaduwa on the way, then relax in Bentota, with an optional Brief Garden visit or river boat trip.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 1 to 1.5 hours
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Bentota
- 13
Day 13: Bentota to Colombo and Negombo
Enjoy a free morning, then drive to Colombo for Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple and the Pettah market. Continue to Negombo for your last night near the airport.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 3 to 4 hours, plus sightseeing
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- Negombo
- 14
Day 14: Negombo to the airport
Enjoy a relaxed final morning, with a visit to the fish market if you like, then a short drive to the airport.
- 🚗 Driving:
- About 20 to 30 minutes
- 🛏️ Overnight:
- None (departure day)
Driving times are estimates and change with traffic, weather and road works. Your driver will plan the day around your pace.
Tour highlights
- ✅ Anuradhapura's sacred city
- ✅ Sigiriya, Dambulla and Polonnaruwa
- ✅ Two nights in Kandy
- ✅ Horton Plains and Lipton's Seat
- ✅ A full day in Ella
- ✅ Yala safari
- ✅ South coast beaches and Galle Fort
- ✅ Colombo sightseeing before your flight
Included
- ✅ Airport pickup and drop-off
- ✅ Vehicle
- ✅ Fuel
- ✅ English-speaking driver
- ✅ Driver accommodation
- ✅ Highway toll fees
- ✅ Parking fees
Not included
- ➖ Entrance and safari fees
- ➖ Your hotels and meals
Places on this tour
Frequently asked questions
Can I change this itinerary?
Yes. This 14-day tour is a starting point. Tell us your interests and dates and we will adjust the route, the number of nights and the stops.
Is airport pickup included?
Yes. Your driver meets you at the airport on day 1 and takes you back for your flight on the last day. Send us your flight details when you book.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the vehicle, fuel, an English-speaking driver, the driver's accommodation, highway tolls and parking. Entrance and safari fees, and your own hotels and meals, are not included.
Can you help with hotels?
Hotels are booked separately and are not included in the price. Tell us your budget and preferences, and we will suggest suitable places along the route.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp or send an inquiry with your dates and group size. We will send a clear quote, and we confirm payment and cancellation terms in writing before you book.
