Grand Sri Lanka – 10 Nights
10 Nights I 11 Days
Embark on an unforgettable family adventure through the cultural, scenic, and coastal wonders of Sri Lanka. From golden beaches to misty hills, thrilling safaris to mesmerizing heritage sites, this all-inclusive family-friendly getaway ensures a perfect balance of relaxation, adventure, and discovery.
Itinerary
Your Day-by-Day Grand Journey
10 nights · 11 days — a complete passage through Sri Lanka's UNESCO heritage sites, wildlife parks, hill country, and southern coastline.
Day 01
Negombo
Arrival → Negombo
- Warm welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport
- Meet your personal chauffeur guide
- Transfer to Negombo (Approx. 30 min / 13 km)
- Arrive and check-in to the hotel
- Dinner and overnight stay at Negombo
Overnight Stay: Negombo · Goldi Sands or similar
Day 02
Sigiriya / Dambulla
Negombo → Sigiriya
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart for Sigiriya / Dambulla (Approx. 3.5 hrs / 155 km)
- Optional — detour to an artisanal handloom factory en route
- Witness traditional handloom weaving & fair-trade craftsmanship
- Arrive and check-in to the hotel
- Afternoon at leisure — dinner and overnight stay
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya / Dambulla · Occidental Paradise Dambulla or similar
Day 03
Sigiriya
Sigiriya — Heritage Day
★ Rock Fortress + Village Trek + Cultural Show
- Ascend Sigiriya Rock Fortress — UNESCO 8th Wonder of the World
- Optional — 5:00 AM sunrise climb to the summit
- Hiriwaduna Village Trek — bullock cart, catamaran & paddy field walk
- Traditional Sri Lankan cooking demonstration with authentic lunch
- Late afternoon — vibrant cultural show in Habarana (dance, music & fire)
- Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya / Dambulla · Occidental Paradise Dambulla or similar
Day 04
Sigiriya / Dambulla
Sigiriya — Ruins & Safari Day
Optional Safari Available
- After breakfast, guided tour of Polonnaruwa — UNESCO medieval capital
- Explore royal palace ruins, granite statues & ancient reservoirs
- Optional — explore Polonnaruwa by bicycle
- Optional — jeep safari at Minneriya National Park
- Hundreds of elephants gather at Minneriya Tank during Jun–Sep
- Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya / Dambulla · Occidental Paradise Dambulla or similar
Day 05
Kandy
Sigiriya → Kandy
- After breakfast, visit Dambulla Cave Temple — UNESCO site, 150+ Buddha images
- World's largest cave sanctuary dating to the 1st century BC
- En route — Spice Garden in Matale with Ayurvedic massage (10–15 min)
- Discover Sri Lanka's famous spice heritage
- Continue to Kandy (Approx. 3 hrs / 95 km)
- Arrive, check-in & dinner at Kandy
Overnight Stay: Kandy · Earls Regent or similar
Day 06
Kandy
Kandy — Heritage City Day
★ Peradeniya Gardens + Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Morning visit — Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya (largest orchid collection in Asia)
- Optional — hands-on cooking class with authentic Sri Lankan lunch
- Afternoon city tour of Kandy — UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988
- Tuk-tuk ride through the historic streets & scenic lake
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic — one of Sri Lanka's most sacred sites
- Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay
Overnight Stay: Kandy · Earls Regent or similar
Day 07
Nuwara Eliya
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
- After breakfast, depart for Nuwara Eliya (Approx. 3 hrs / 80 km)
- Scenic drive through tea plantations & cascading waterfalls
- Visit a tea factory & plantation — from leaf to cup
- Arrive & check-in to the hotel
- Afternoon at leisure — explore "Little England" & its colonial charm
- Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya · The Blackpool Hotel or similar
Day 08
Yala
Nuwara Eliya → Yala
★ Yala Jeep Safari
- After breakfast, transfer to Yala via Ella (Approx. 4.5 hrs / 170 km)
- Pass through Ella — breathtaking views across the Ella Gap
- Afternoon exclusive jeep safari at Yala National Park
- Painted storks, peacocks, crocodiles & roaming elephants
- Chance to spot Sri Lanka's elusive leopard
- Check-in, dinner & overnight at Yala
Overnight Stay: Yala / Tissamaharama · Chaarya Hotel or similar
Day 09
Galle
Yala → Galle
- Optional — second early morning jeep safari at Yala (packed breakfast)
- After breakfast, depart for Galle (Approx. 2.5 hrs / 145 km)
- Arrive and check-in at Ceylon Olive Galle
- Optional — Galle Fort Walk with a local resident guide
- Explore 12 bastions, cobblestone streets & colonial landmarks
- UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1588 — panoramic Indian Ocean views
Overnight Stay: Galle · Ceylon Olive Galle or similar
Day 10
Galle
Galle — Leisure & Roti Night
★ Roti Night in a Mud Hut
- Morning at leisure
- Optional — 7-hour whale-watching cruise from Mirissa (USD 155 p.p., Nov–Apr)
- Swim at Weligama Bay, paddleboard & enjoy on-board breakfast & lunch
- Afternoon at leisure
- Evening — rustic mud hut dinner near Galle with live Sri Lankan music
- Prepare rotis, hoppers & curries; enjoy Arrack cocktails
Overnight Stay: Galle · Ceylon Olive Galle or similar
Day 11
Departure
Galle → Bentota → Airport
- After breakfast, proceed to Balapitiya for a Madu River boat ride
- Glide through mangrove-lined waterways, small islands & prawn kraals
- En route — visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
- Five species of sea turtles nest on these shores — a rare conservation experience
- Optional — Colombo city tour en route (time permitting)
- Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (Approx. 3.5 hrs / 188 km)
Safe travels — Until we meet again!
Accommodations
Where You'll Rest & Recharge
Hand-picked properties across 7 destinations — chosen for comfort, location, and the warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality.
Negombo
Night 1
Goldi Sands or similar
Negombo
Day 01 — Arrival night
Sigiriya / Dambulla
Nights 2 – 4
Occidental Paradise Dambulla or similar
Sigiriya / Dambulla
Days 02 – 04 · Rock Fortress, Village Trek & Polonnaruwa
Kandy
Nights 5 – 6
Earls Regent or similar
Kandy
Days 05 – 06 · Dambulla, Spice Garden & Temple of Tooth Relic
Nuwara Eliya
Night 7
The Blackpool Hotel or similar
Nuwara Eliya
Day 07 · Tea factory & hill country
Yala
Night 8
Chaarya Hotel or similar
Yala / Tissamaharama
Day 08 · Yala jeep safari
Galle
Nights 9 – 10
Ceylon Olive Galle or similar
Galle
Days 09 – 10 · Galle Fort & Roti Night
Hotel selection is subject to the exclusive discretion of The Serendipity Experiences. In circumstances where a specified hotel is unavailable, an alternative of a similar standard will be arranged prior to final confirmation.
Investment
Simple, Transparent Pricing
One expertly curated grand tour — everything arranged so you can focus entirely on the culture, nature, and wonder of Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Grand Tour · 10 Nights / 11 Days
Starting Tour Price · Superior Hotels
$1,710
per person
May 1 – Jun 30, 2026
Book This Package
Price is per person, based on two travellers sharing a double or twin room.
Prices may vary depending on number of travellers, room type, travel dates, and seasonal factors. Customised arrangements may also affect the overall cost.
Child Policy
- 0 – 2.99 years — Free of charge, sharing parents' bed. Baby cot free on request; extra bed / sofa bed USD 15 per night.
- 3 – 11.99 years — 35% discount when sharing with parents (extra bed included).
- If a child shares a room with one adult, the child rate does not apply — standard double-sharing rate is used.
- Two children under 12 together are considered adults; the 3rd person rate applies and a triple room will be provided.
- A 4th bed for a child under 12 is USD 15 per night, subject to hotel availability.
What's Included
- Accommodation sharing double / twin room for 10 nights
- Half-board meals (breakfast & dinner) from Day 1 dinner through Day 8; bed & breakfast basis at Galle on Days 9 & 10
- Hiriwaduna Village Trek with authentic Sri Lankan lunch on Day 3 Included
- Roti Night dinner in a traditional mud hut on Day 10 Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle (car or van) with English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Entrance fees for all sightseeing & activities as per the itinerary (excl. optional)
- Daily mineral water — 500 ml per person during excursions
- Meet & greet services at the airport
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- All government taxes
Not Included
- Lunch or any meals not listed above
- Dinners in Galle (except the included Roti Night on Day 10)
- Personal expenses — alcohol, tips, laundry, etc.
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Optional activities & entrance fees
- Minneriya / Kaudulla Jeep SafariPer request
- Second morning Yala Jeep SafariPer request
- Whale-watching cruise from MirissaUSD 155 / person
- Galle Fort Walk with local residentPer request
- Cooking class in KandyPer request
- Bicycle tour of PolonnaruwaPer request
- Early check-in / late check-out
- Airfare, visa fees & travel insurance
- Any services not listed under "What's Included"
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