Sri Lanka Highlights 12 Days / 11 Nights Private Tour

Sri Lanka Ultimate Grand Explorer Tour – 12 Days / 11 Nights Private Journey

Ancient kingdoms, misty mountains, scenic train rides, leopard safaris & luxury beaches — the most complete Sri Lanka private round tour experience.

• 100% Private
• Fully Customizable
• Personally hosted by Ceylon of Travels Team

12 Days

11 Nights

Heritage | Hill Country | Wildlife Safari | Beaches | Luxury City Stay | From Colombo / Airport | Private Vehicle & Guide


Discover the Most Complete Sri Lanka Experience

This premium 12-day private Sri Lanka round tour is designed for travelers who want to experience EVERYTHING Sri Lanka has to offer in one unforgettable journey.

From ancient UNESCO cities and sacred temples to cool hill country escapes, scenic train rides, wildlife safaris, and luxury coastal relaxation — this is the ultimate island exploration package.

Explore Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, and Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beaches including Mirissa, Galle, Hikkaduwa, Ahangama, and Colombo.

Perfect for luxury travelers, honeymooners, families, and long-stay visitors.


Your Day-by-Day Private Journey – Sri Lanka Grand Explorer Tour (12 Days / 11 Nights)

Day 1: Arrival in Sri Lanka – Welcome to Negombo

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, our Ceylon of Travels team will warmly welcome you and transfer you to Negombo in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Relax after your flight and enjoy your first evening in Sri Lanka with a delicious buffet dinner at your hotel.

Overnight:

Ramada Hotel Negombo (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom & Sigiriya

After breakfast, begin your journey to the Cultural Triangle.

Visit the sacred city of Anuradhapura, one of the oldest civilizations in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore:

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue toward Sigiriya. Arrive at your hotel and relax.

Overnight:

Sigiriya Village Hotel (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 3: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari

After breakfast, climb the world-famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Experience:

After lunch, continue to Polonnaruwa Ancient City:

In the afternoon, enjoy a thrilling safari at Minneriya National Park, famous for wild elephant gatherings.

Return to hotel and relax.

Overnight:

Sigiriya Village Hotel (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 4: Dambulla Cave Temple & Kandy Cultural Experience

After breakfast, travel to Kandy.

En route, visit:

In Kandy:

Overnight:

Royal Kandyan Hotel (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 5: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya – Tea Country Journey

After breakfast, journey into Sri Lanka’s cool hill country.

Visit:

Arrive in Nuwara Eliya (Little England of Sri Lanka), enjoy lunch and continue to Nanu Oya.

Board the scenic train ride to Ella (subject to availability) — one of the world’s most beautiful train journeys.

Arrive in Ella, visit Little Adam’s Peak for sunset.

Overnight:

Ella Mount Heaven Hotel (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 6: Ella Exploration Day

Explore Sri Lanka’s most beautiful mountain town.

Visit:

Enjoy relaxed mountain atmosphere and café culture.

Overnight:

Ella Mount Heaven Hotel (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 7: Yala Safari & Southern Coast Arrival

After breakfast, travel toward Yala National Park.

En route visit:

Enjoy lunch before entering Yala for a leopard safari experience.

Spot:

After safari, continue to Tissamaharama and relax by the lake sunset.

Overnight:

Ekho Safari Tissa (4★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 8: Tissa to Weligama – Beach Arrival

After breakfast, travel toward Sri Lanka’s southern coastline.

Stop for:

Arrive in Weligama and relax by the beach.

Overnight:

Insight Resort Ahangama (5★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 9: Full Day Beach Leisure

Enjoy a full day of relaxation at the beach.

Optional activities:

Overnight:

Insight Resort Ahangama (5★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 10: Galle, Hikkaduwa & Southern Coastal Experience

After breakfast, explore southern coastline.

Visit:

Arrive at luxury beachfront hotel in Ahungalla.

Overnight:

Heritance Ahungalla (5★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 11: Ahungalla to Colombo – City Experience

After breakfast, proceed to Colombo.

En route visit:

In Colombo:

Stay at luxury city hotel.

Overnight:

Grandbell Hotel Colombo (5★) or similar – Bed & Breakfast

Day 12: Colombo City Tour & Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a final Colombo city experience.

Visit:

Later transfer to airport for departure with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka.


Important Note

“This itinerary is fully flexible — we can adjust hotel upgrades, add extra beach nights, luxury experiences, whale watching, surfing lessons, or fully customize your journey.”

Hand-Selected 4★ & 5★ Comfort

Ramada Hotel Negombo (4★)
Airport coastal comfort

Sigiriya Village Hotel (4★)
Cultural triangle nature stay

Royal Kandyan Hotel (4★)
Kandy heritage comfort

Ella Mount Heaven Hotel (4★)
Mountain scenic retreat

Ekho Safari Tissa (4★)
Wildlife safari lodge

Insight Resort Ahangama (5★)
Luxury beachfront escape

Heritance Ahungalla (5★)
Premium oceanfront resort

Grandbell Hotel Colombo (5★)
Luxury city experience

Included

Excluded

See Sri Lanka Through Our Guests’ Eyes






















Real Sri Lankan Hospitality. Incredible Landscapes. Unforgettable Adventures.

“This was the most complete Sri Lanka tour we could imagine — culture, safari, beaches, mountains, everything in one journey.”
 Anna & Marco, Italy

“Perfect luxury trip with amazing hotels and unforgettable experiences every day.”
 David, UK


“This was the most complete Sri Lanka tour we could imagine — culture, safari, beaches, mountains, everything in one journey.”
 Anna & Marco, Italy

“Perfect luxury trip with amazing hotels and unforgettable experiences every day.”
 David, UK

A Personal Note from Ceylon of Travels

“This 12-day journey is our most complete Sri Lanka experience. It is designed for travelers who want to see every side of the island — from ancient civilizations to luxury beaches and wildlife adventures. We personally ensure every guest experiences Sri Lanka at its absolute best.”