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14-Day Ultimate Sri Lanka: Ancient Cities, East Coast, Hills & Beaches
14 Days / 13 Nights Complete Island Tour Private chauffeur guide

14-Day Ultimate Sri Lanka: Ancient Cities, East Coast, Hills & Beaches 

Our most complete island adventure — sacred Anuradhapura, Trincomalee's turquoise bays, the Cultural Triangle, tea country, two safaris and the golden south coast.

NegomboAnuradhapuraTrincomaleeSigiriyaKandyNuwara EliyaEllaYalaUdawalaweMirissaBentotaColombo

Tour overview

Why you'll love this journey

For travellers who want to see it all, this fourteen-day private tour is the ultimate Sri Lanka experience. Begin in the lagoon town of Negombo, then travel north to the sacred ancient city of Anuradhapura and across to Trincomalee, where turquoise bays and coral reefs await.

Return to the Cultural Triangle to climb Sigiriya and visit the Dambulla cave temples, then journey into the hills of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ella. Two different safaris — Yala for leopards and Udawalawe for elephants — lead you to the south coast, where Mirissa and Bentota offer the perfect slow finish before a Colombo city tour.

With your chauffeur guide and private vehicle, this long journey stays comfortable, flexible and full of discovery.

Duration

14 Days / 13 Nights

Best for

Explorers, families, slow travellers

Price

On request · tailored

Tour highlights

  • Sacred city of Anuradhapura — UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Trincomalee beaches and Koneswaram Temple
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple
  • Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ella hill country
  • Two safaris: Yala and Udawalawe
  • Two relaxing nights in Bentota

Day by Day Itinerary

14 DAYS and 13 NIGHTS, with 12 planned itinerary entries


DAY 1 Overnight: Negombo

Negombo — Lagoon Town Welcome

Meet your chauffeur guide at the airport and settle into Negombo, a relaxed beach and lagoon town just minutes away. Explore the fish market, Dutch canal and colourful churches.

  • Airport welcome
  • Negombo lagoon & fish market
  • Dutch canal
  • Beach sunset
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 2 Overnight: Trincomalee

Anuradhapura — Sacred Ancient City

Travel north to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's first great capital. Visit the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree and giant dagobas, then continue east to Trincomalee.

  • Sri Maha Bodhi
  • Ruwanwelisaya stupa
  • Jetavanaramaya
  • Drive to Trincomalee
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 3 Overnight: Sigiriya

Trincomalee — East Coast Bays

Enjoy Trincomalee's turquoise waters and Koneswaram Temple on Swami Rock, with optional snorkelling at Pigeon Island, before driving to Sigiriya.

  • Koneswaram Temple
  • Nilaveli beach
  • Optional Pigeon Island snorkelling
  • Drive to Sigiriya
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 4 Overnight: Sigiriya

Sigiriya & Dambulla

Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning and explore the golden Dambulla Cave Temple in the afternoon.

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Dambulla Cave Temple
  • Optional village tour or safari
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 5 Overnight: Kandy

Kandy City Tour

Travel to Kandy via a spice garden. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the Kandy viewpoint and a cultural dance show.

  • Spice garden
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Kandy View Point
  • Cultural dance show
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 6 Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya — Tea Country

Head into the cool hills. Tour a tea factory and stroll around Gregory Lake in 'Little England'.

  • Ramboda Falls
  • Tea factory & tasting
  • Gregory Lake
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 7 Overnight: Ella

Ella — Hills & Viewpoints

Scenic train or drive to Ella. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge and hike Little Adam's Peak.

  • Optional scenic train
  • Nine Arch Bridge
  • Little Adam's Peak
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 8 Overnight: Yala

Yala — Leopard Country

Descend via Ravana Falls to Yala for an afternoon jeep safari.

  • Ravana Falls
  • Yala National Park jeep safari
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 9 Overnight: Udawalawe

Udawalawe — Elephant Safari

Travel to Udawalawe for a safari among wild elephant herds and a visit to the Elephant Transit Home.

  • Elephant Transit Home
  • Udawalawe National Park jeep safari
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 10 Overnight: Mirissa

Mirissa — Beach Bay

Continue to Mirissa for beach time and a sunset at Coconut Tree Hill.

  • Mirissa beach
  • Coconut Tree Hill
  • Optional whale watching (Nov–Apr)
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 11–12 Overnight: Bentota

Bentota — Two Days of Relaxation

Drive via Galle Fort to Bentota and enjoy two slow days: a river safari, a turtle hatchery visit and plenty of time by the pool and beach.

  • Galle Fort stop
  • Madu River boat safari
  • Kosgoda turtle hatchery
  • Beach & water sports
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 13–14 Overnight: Colombo / Departure

Colombo City Tour & Departure

Return to Colombo for a city tour and a final evening at Galle Face Green, then transfer to the airport for your departure.

  • Gangaramaya Temple
  • Independence Square
  • Galle Face Green
  • Airport drop-off
Private Driver Planned Stops

Good to know

What's included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole journey
  • Experienced English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Fuel, parking fees and highway tolls
  • Chauffeur's accommodation and meals
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support while you travel

×Not included

  • –International flights and Sri Lanka ETA (visa)
  • –Entrance tickets to sites and national parks
  • –Meals and drinks unless stated otherwise
  • –Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
  • –Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Pricing is tailored to you. Your quote depends on dates, group size, vehicle and hotel category — ask us for an honest, no-obligation price.

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FAQ

Questions about this tour

When is the best time to visit Trincomalee and the east coast? +
The east coast enjoys its best weather from around April to September, when the south-west is wetter. We can adjust the route to suit your travel month.
Can this itinerary be customised? +
Yes. Every All Right Tours itinerary is private, so you can add days, swap destinations, change the pace or upgrade hotels. Tell us what you have in mind and we will tailor the plan for you.
How much does this tour cost? +
Prices depend on your travel dates, group size, vehicle and hotel category. We do not publish fixed prices because every trip is tailored — send an enquiry or WhatsApp us and we will share a clear, personalised quotation.
Is airport pick-up included? +
Yes. Your chauffeur guide will meet you at Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo) and drop you off at the end of the tour.
Can you arrange hotels for us? +
Absolutely. We can book hand-picked hotels from comfortable to luxury to match your budget, or you can book your own and we will plan the route around them.

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