Sri Lanka at a Glance
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Sri Lanka at a Glance

The island's greatest hits in one carefully-crafted loop.

Duration
7 Nights / 8 Days
Stops
4 places
Group
2–6 guests
Rated
5.0 (214)
Overview

An unforgettable route across the island

Ancient rock fortresses, sacred elephants, cool mountain air, big cats on safari and a finish by the sea — this is the classic Sri Lanka circuit refined.

Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock at dawn
Elephants at Minneriya National Park
Blue-train ride through the highlands
Leopard safari in Yala
Day by day

Your itinerary

8 thoughtfully paced days across Sri Lanka.

  1. 1
    Day 1· Airport → Habarana

    Arrival to the Cultural Triangle

    Skip Colombo traffic and head straight into the jungle for your first sunset over the paddy fields.

    Airport pickupVillage welcomeSunset drinks
    Meals: DinnerStay: Jungle lodge · Habarana
  2. 2
    Day 2· Habarana

    Sigiriya & Wild Minneriya

    Dawn climb of the 5th-century rock fortress, then an afternoon jeep safari to see the great elephant gathering.

    Sigiriya climbFrescoes & Mirror WallMinneriya elephant safari
    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerStay: Jungle lodge · Habarana
  3. 3
    Day 3· Habarana → Kandy

    Dambulla to Sacred Kandy

    Explore the golden cave temples of Dambulla before descending into the hill capital for the evening puja.

    Dambulla cavesSpice garden stopCultural dance performance
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Heritage hotel · Kandy
  4. 4
    Day 4· Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

    Into the Highlands

    Tea estates, waterfalls and a proper high-tea in the coolest corner of the island.

    Ramboda FallsTea factory & tastingGregory Lake stroll
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Colonial estate · Nuwara Eliya
  5. 5
    Day 5· Nuwara Eliya → Ella

    The Legendary Blue Train

    One of the world's great train rides through cloud forest and hanging valleys.

    Scenic rail journeyNine Arch BridgeLittle Adam's Peak
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Cliff cabin · Ella
  6. 6
    Day 6· Ella → Yala

    Leopards of Yala

    Drop into the dry zone for an afternoon safari in Sri Lanka's most-loved national park.

    Afternoon jeep safariSundowners in the bushBush dinner
    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerStay: Tented camp · Yala
  7. 7
    Day 7· Yala → Bentota

    Coast to Coast

    Follow the southern coast past surf towns and stilt fishermen to your beach hotel.

    Scenic coast driveBeach check-inSunset swim
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Beach resort · Bentota
  8. 8
    Day 8· Bentota → Airport

    Farewell to the Island

    One last slow beach morning before your transfer to the airport.

    Beach breakfastAirport transfer
    Meals: Breakfast
What's included

Everything, sorted

  • 7 nights hand-picked stays
  • Private chauffeur-guide throughout
  • Daily breakfast, 3 dinners
  • All safaris & jeep permits
Not included

A few extras

  • Flights
  • Lunches
  • Optional experiences
  • Tips & gratuities
Ready when you are

Let's plan your Sri Lanka at a Glance

Talk to a Sri Lanka specialist — we'll tailor this itinerary to your dates, pace and interests.

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