Full Island Adventure — Private 14-Day Tour
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About
The definitive Sri Lanka experience. This epic 14-day journey takes you from ancient kingdoms to emerald tea hills, leopard safaris to whale watching, and finishes on the golden southern coast. The complete island in one unforgettable adventure.
Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
Ages: 3–99
Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Guide language: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Ticket type: Mobile ticket accepted
Highlights
- Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa — ancient UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Minneriya elephant gathering — one of nature's great spectacles
- Kandy & Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
- Scenic Kandy–Ella train through emerald tea hills
- Nine Arches Bridge & Ella Rock hike
- Yala National Park — world's highest leopard density
- Mirissa blue whale & dolphin watching at sunrise
- Galle Fort — Dutch colonial masterpiece (UNESCO)
What's included ▾
- Private A/C vehicle with senior chauffeur-guide
- 13 nights 3–4 star hotel accommodation
- Breakfast & dinner daily
- Yala National Park safari jeep
- Mirissa whale watching boat
- All entrance fees
- Airport transfers
- Bottled water & local SIM card
What's not included ▾
- Lunches
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal travel insurance
- Optional balloon flight (+Get a Free Quote)
Meeting & pickup ▾
- Driver meets you at Bandaranaike International Airport arrivals with name board
- Hotel pickups available from Colombo or Negombo
- Drop-off at Colombo airport on departure day
- Driver's WhatsApp shared 48 hours before arrival
Cancellation policy ▾
- Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before start
- Free reschedule up to 48 hours before
- No refund for cancellation within 24 hours
Additional information ▾
- Confirmation sent within 24 hours of booking
- This is a private tour — no other travellers join your vehicle
- Itinerary can be customised around your interests
- Dress modestly when visiting temples (sarongs provided)
- Sri Lanka e-visa required — apply at eta.gov.lk (Get a Free Quote)
📋 Private tour — itinerary fully flexible. Below is our recommended plan. Contact us to customise.
1–2
Colombo & Negombo Arrival
Airport pickup · Negombo fishing village
- Airport pickup
- Negombo fishing village
- Dutch Canal boat ride
- Hotel check-in
Breakfast included
3–4
Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa
Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO) · Dambulla Cave Temples
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO)
- Dambulla Cave Temples
- Polonnaruwa ancient ruins
- Minneriya elephant safari
Breakfast & dinner
5–6
Kandy Cultural Days
Temple of the Tooth Relic · Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
- Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
- Kandyan dance performance
- Cooking class
Breakfast & dinner
7–8
Nuwara Eliya Tea Country
Tea estate walk · Tea factory visit
- Tea estate walk
- Tea factory visit
- Gregory Lake boat ride
- Horton Plains trek (optional)
Breakfast & dinner
9–10
Ella & Nine Arches
Nine Arches Bridge sunrise · Ella Rock hike
- Nine Arches Bridge sunrise
- Ella Rock hike
- Little Adam's Peak
- Scenic train Kandy–Ella
Breakfast & dinner
11–12
Yala Safari & South Coast
Yala National Park full-day safari · Leopard, elephant, sloth bear spotting
- Yala National Park full-day safari
- Leopard, elephant, sloth bear spotting
- Drive to south coast
- Beach hotel check-in
Breakfast & dinner
13
Mirissa Whale Watching
Pre-dawn whale watching boat departure · Blue whales & spinner dolphins
- Pre-dawn whale watching boat departure
- Blue whales & spinner dolphins
- Mirissa beach afternoon
- Galle Fort evening walk
Breakfast included
14
Galle Fort → Airport
Galle Fort morning walk · Lighthouse & Dutch Reformed Church
- Galle Fort morning walk
- Lighthouse & Dutch Reformed Church
- Drive to Colombo airport
- Farewell
Breakfast included
Tour details & pricing
Vehicle options
- 1–3 passengers: Toyota Prius / Premio (A/C sedan)
- 4–6 passengers: Toyota KDH van (A/C minivan)
- 7–12 passengers: Rosa Coaster (A/C minibus)
- Luxury upgrade: Mercedes / BMW (+Get a Free Quote/day)
Hotel upgrade options
- 3-star standard: Included in base price
- 4-star upgrade: +Get a Free Quote–300 depending on duration
- 5-star luxury: +Get a Free Quote–700 depending on duration
Group size pricing
| Group size | Vehicle | Price/person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | Sedan | Get a Free Quote + 20% |
| 2 people | Sedan | Get a Free Quote |
| 3–4 people | Minivan | Get a Free Quote - 15% |
| 5+ people | Minivan/bus | Get a Free Quote - 25% |
5.0
★★★★★
489 reviews
5 ★90%
4 ★8%
3 ★2%
James & Sarah M.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
March 2025
★★★★★
"Absolutely unforgettable"
Our driver-guide was exceptional from start to finish. Sri Lanka exceeded every expectation — the landscapes, the people, the food. Velona Travels handled every detail perfectly. Cannot recommend enough!
Klaus & Marie H.
🇩🇪 Germany
February 2025
★★★★★
"Perfekte Organisation"
Alles war perfekt organisiert. Unser Fahrer sprach hervorragendes Englisch und war unglaublich hilfreich. Sri Lanka ist ein wunderschönes Land — wir kommen definitiv wieder!
Raj & Priya P.
🇦🇺 Australia
January 2025
★★★★★
"Sri Lanka will change your life"
We've travelled to 35 countries and Sri Lanka is genuinely in our top 3. Everything Velona Travels arranged was perfect. Our guide's knowledge and warmth made it truly special. Already planning to return!
