Sri Lanka Grand Loop
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Sri Lanka Grand LoopA different kind of escape.

THE ART OF TRAVELLING WELL

A journey to
make your own.

The complete island story: ancient kingdoms, tea country, wildlife, coast and the northern cultural heart.

YOUR ROUTE
  1. Colombo
  2. Sigiriya
  3. Anuradhapura
  4. Kandy
  5. Nuwara Eliya
  6. Ella
  7. Yala
  8. Mirissa
  9. Galle
YOUR JOURNEY, DAY BY DAY

Take the
scenic route.

Every day, a new perspective. Explore the plan and imagine the moments in between.

14days of
possibility
Personalise your itinerary
01ColomboArrival & ocean sunset
Colombo
Airport → Colombo · 35 km

Airport welcome, relaxed check-in and sunset at Galle Face.

Make this day yours
02SigiriyaInto the Cultural Triangle
Sigiriya
Colombo → Sigiriya · 175 km

Drive through coconut country and settle beneath Lion Rock.

Make this day yours
03SigiriyaLion Rock & village life
Sigiriya
Local touring

Sunrise climb, village lunch and an optional elephant gathering safari.

Make this day yours
04AnuradhapuraAncient sacred city
Anuradhapura
Sigiriya → Anuradhapura · 75 km

Explore stupas, monasteries and the Sri Maha Bodhi.

Make this day yours
05KandyCaves to Kandy
Kandy
Anuradhapura → Kandy · 140 km

Visit Dambulla’s cave temples before reaching the hill capital.

Make this day yours
06KandySacred Kandy
Kandy
Local touring

Temple of the Tooth, botanical gardens and cultural performance.

Make this day yours
07Nuwara EliyaTea road
Nuwara Eliya
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya · 80 km

Climb into tea country through waterfalls and estates.

Make this day yours
08EllaHighland rail journey
Ella
Nanu Oya → Ella · rail

Ride the scenic train through cloud forest and tea valleys.

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09EllaElla on foot
Ella
Local touring

Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak at a gentle pace.

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10YalaLeopard country
Yala
Ella → Yala · 95 km

Descend to the dry zone for an afternoon wilderness safari.

Make this day yours
11MirissaSouthern shore
Mirissa
Yala → Mirissa · 150 km

Follow the wild coast to a palm-fringed bay.

Make this day yours
12MirissaOcean day
Mirissa
Local touring

Free beach morning or seasonal whale-watching cruise.

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13GalleFortress by the sea
Galle
Mirissa → Galle · 45 km

Walk Galle Fort with an expert storyteller at sunset.

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14ColomboFarewell island
Colombo
Galle → Airport · 150 km

Coastal drive to Colombo or the airport.

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BEFORE YOU SET OFF

The thoughtful details.

What's included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Daily breakfast
  • Handpicked stays
  • Local experiences
  • 24/7 trip support

Plan separately

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses
Enlarged journey scenery
YOUR STORY STARTS HERE

Ready to see Sri Lanka
differently?

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journey