Northern Sri Lanka — Jaffna Discovery 6-Day Tour
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About
Discover Sri Lanka's extraordinary north — a region rarely visited but profoundly beautiful. Jaffna's vibrant Tamil culture, ancient Hindu temples, the lagoon islands of Delft, and the sacred Anuradhapura — a part of Sri Lanka most tourists never see.
Duration: 6 days / 5 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
- Jaffna Fort — Dutch colonial fortification
- Nallur Kandaswamy Temple — magnificent Hindu temple
- Delft Island — wild horses & ancient ruins
- Nagadeepa — sacred Buddhist island temple
- Anuradhapura — Sri Lanka's most ancient city
- Vavuniya & Mannar lagoon birdwatching
What's included ▾
- Private A/C vehicle with expert guide
- Domestic flight (Colombo–Jaffna)
- 5 nights hotel accommodation
- All meals
- Island boat trips
- Airport transfers
What's not included ▾
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
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
Colombo → Jaffna (Domestic Flight)
Colombo domestic airport · 45-min flight to Jaffna
- Colombo domestic airport
- 45-min flight to Jaffna
- Jaffna hotel check-in
- Jaffna Fort & town walk
Dinner included
2
Jaffna Cultural Immersion
Nallur Kandaswamy Temple morning puja · Jaffna Public Library
- Nallur Kandaswamy Temple morning puja
- Jaffna Public Library
- Jaffna market & local food tour
- Casuarina Beach sunset
All meals
3
Jaffna Lagoon Islands
Nagadeepa island boat trip (sacred Buddhist temple) · Delft Island (wild horses & Dutch ruins)
- Nagadeepa island boat trip (sacred Buddhist temple)
- Delft Island (wild horses & Dutch ruins)
- Kayts Island lagoon
All meals
4
Mannar & Drive South
Mannar Fort · Mannar lagoon flamingo birdwatching
- Mannar Fort
- Mannar lagoon flamingo birdwatching
- Adam's Bridge viewpoint
- Drive south to Anuradhapura
All meals
5
Anuradhapura Sacred City
Sri Maha Bodhi (world's oldest planted tree) · Ruwanwelisaya Stupa (UNESCO)
- Sri Maha Bodhi (world's oldest planted tree)
- Ruwanwelisaya Stupa (UNESCO)
- Jetavanaramaya
- Abhayagiri Monastery
All meals
6
Anuradhapura → Colombo → Airport
Morning ruin walk · Drive to Colombo airport
- Morning ruin walk
- Drive to Colombo airport
- Farewell from guide
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% |
4.9
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54 reviews
5 ★90%
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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!
