Sri Lanka Unplugged — Grand Discovery
The Ultimate 22-Day Round Tour: Wildlife Safaris, Misty Highlands, Ancient Heritage & East Coast Beach
Tour Overview
Experience the crown jewel of bespoke island travel. This comprehensive 22-day private itinerary takes you through the wild heart of Yala & Wilpattu, the lush mountain peaks of Ella & Horton Plains, authentic village culture in Heel Oya & Hiriwadunna, the UNESCO sacred capitals of Dambulla & Anuradhapura, and culminates with a peaceful retreat on the white sands of Nilaveli Beach.
Journey Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), you will be warmly welcomed by your dedicated Gecko Travels representative and private chauffeur. Board your comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and begin the smooth scenic drive southwards towards Tissamaharama, the gateway to Yala.
✨ Day Highlights:
- • Airport Meet & Greet
- • Scenic Southern Expressway Drive
- • Southern Countryside Transition
What’s Included & Excluded
✓ Inclusions
- ✓Meet, assist & warm traditional welcome upon arrival at Colombo Airport
- ✓Accommodation at handpicked 3 to 4-star boutique hotels & eco-lodges (Twin/Double sharing)
- ✓Half Board meal plan (Daily Breakfast & Dinner) for all round-tour days
- ✓Exclusive private air-conditioned vehicle with fuel, expressway tolls & local insurance
- ✓Services of a professional English-speaking Tourist Chauffeur-Guide throughout
- ✓Complimentary chilled mineral water during daily sightseeing tours
- ✓All government taxes, service charges, driver accommodation & driver meals
- ✓Airport pickup on Day 01 and departure drop-off on Day 22
✕ Exclusions
- ✕International airfares, travel insurance & Sri Lanka tourist visa (ETA)
- ✕Lunches and beverages (unless specified in village experiences)
- ✕Beach resort accommodation & meals during Days 16-21 (booked by guest / optional add-on)
- ✕Optional beach water sports, snorkelling gear & diving excursions
- ✕National park entry tickets & monument entrance fees (quoted separately or paid on site)
- ✕Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages)
- ✕Tips & gratuities for driver, local guides, and hotel staff
🧰 Recommended Travel Health Checklist
Based on our local travel expertise, we recommend packing the following essentials: