Sri Lanka Wild to Waves — 14-Day Heritage & Nature Escape
South to East Coast: Yala, Udawalawe, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Kandy, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura & Nilaveli
Tour Overview
A practical island journey combining wildlife parks, hill-country scenery, heritage landmarks and time by the beach. Following the curated route: Yala (1 night) → Udawalawe (1 night) → Ella (2 nights) → Nuwara Eliya (2 nights) → Kandy (2 nights) → Sigiriya / Habarana (2 nights) → Anuradhapura (1 night) → Nilaveli Beach (2 nights) → Airport, this dynamic 14-day itinerary connects Sri Lanka's premier wildlife reserves (Yala & Udawalawe), misty mountain tea estates, iconic train rides, UNESCO ancient monuments (Temple of the Tooth, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Anuradhapura), and concludes with sun-drenched relaxation on the serene east coast of Nilaveli.
Journey Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Arrive in the Yala area and check in. Keep the remainder of the day for rest after travel. If arrival is early and you feel refreshed, ask the hotel about an optional afternoon safari; otherwise, begin wildlife viewing tomorrow.
✨ Day Highlights:
- • Scenic transfer into Sri Lanka's southern wildlife region
- • Relaxed arrival and check-in at your safari lodge
- • Optional afternoon safari if arriving early and refreshed
What’s Included & Excluded
✓ Inclusions
- ✓Meet, assist & warm traditional welcome upon arrival in Sri Lanka
- ✓13 nights accommodation in handpicked 3/4-star boutique hotels & lodges (Twin/Double sharing)
- ✓Daily breakfast and dinner (Half Board meal plan)
- ✓Exclusive private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking Tourist Chauffeur-Guide throughout
- ✓Scenic highland blue train tickets (Ella to Nanu Oya) with chauffeur luggage transfer
- ✓Complimentary chilled bottled mineral water throughout journeys
- ✓All expressway tolls, fuel, parking, driver accommodation & meals included
- ✓Airport pickup on Day 01 and departure drop-off on Day 14
- ✓24/7 dedicated local concierge support
✕ Exclusions
- ✕International airfares, travel insurance & Sri Lanka tourist visa (ETA)
- ✕Lunches, personal drinks & alcoholic beverages
- ✕National park entry permits & 4x4 safari jeep hire (Yala, Udawalawe, Minneriya/Kaudulla)
- ✕Monument & temple entrance tickets (Sigiriya, Dambulla, Temple of Tooth, Anuradhapura, Horton Plains)
- ✕Optional activities (Pigeon Island boat hire & snorkeling gear, spa treatments)
- ✕Personal expenses & gratuities for chauffeur-guide and safari drivers