Sri Lanka Wild to Waves — 22-Day Grand Island Journey
A South-to-East Journey: Yala, Udawalawe, Highlands, Ancient Cities & 6 Nights on Nilaveli Beach
Tour Overview
A south-to-east journey from Yala's wildlife through the highlands and ancient cities to a long, relaxed stay on Nilaveli Beach. Following the curated route: Yala (2 nights) → Udawalawe (2 nights) → Haputale (3 nights) → Nuwara Eliya (2 nights) → Kandy (2 nights) → Sigiriya (2 nights) → Anuradhapura (2 nights) → Nilaveli Beach (6 nights) → Airport, this comprehensive 22-day expedition brings together thrilling wildlife safaris in Yala and Udawalawe, mist-wrapped tea hills and waterfalls of Haputale and Nuwara Eliya, iconic scenic train journeys, sacred UNESCO ancient kingdoms (Kandy, Sigiriya, Anuradhapura), and a secluded 6-night tropical escape on the powdery white sands of Nilaveli.
Journey Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Check in at your lodge and relax. If you arrive early, an optional afternoon safari can be arranged.
✨ Day Highlights:
- • Settle into the dry-zone landscape near Yala National Park
- • Check in at safari lodge and relax
- • Optional afternoon safari if arriving early
What’s Included & Excluded
✓ Inclusions
- ✓Meet, assist & warm traditional welcome upon arrival in Sri Lanka
- ✓21 nights accommodation at handpicked 3/4-star boutique hotels & eco-lodges (Twin/Double sharing)
- ✓Daily breakfast and dinner (Half Board meal plan)
- ✓Exclusive private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking Tourist Chauffeur-Guide throughout
- ✓Highland scenic train tickets (Haputale 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 22
- ✓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