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Grand Magellan Ceylon Tours
Ancient Kingdoms, Wild Safaris & Tropical Shores – The Best of Sri Lanka in 13 Nights.
A 14-day grand itinerary designed to give first-time visitors the best balance of Sri Lanka's ancient heritage, wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and tropical beaches without feeling rushed.
This itinerary is designed to give first-time visitors the best balance of Sri Lanka's ancient heritage, wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and tropical beaches without feeling rushed.
It follows one of the most recommended travel routes through the island's Cultural Triangle, Northern Jaffna, East Coast, Hill Country, Wildlife Parks, and South Coast beaches.
Meet at BI Airport & Welcome. Relax after the flight, walk along Negombo Beach at sunset, and visit the Dutch Canal & Fish Market. Overnight at Negombo. Or choose Colombo to walk through Pettah market, Galle Face Green, visit the Colombo museum and Lotus Tower. Optional: Sunset dinner cruise off Colombo harbor in a luxurious catamaran.
Proceed to Wilpattu National Park. Look out for leopards, bears, Asian elephants, monkeys, and deer. Stay overnight at Wilpattu. On the way visit Chilaw's Munneswaram Temple, Puttalam Lagoon, or Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary.
Travel to Jaffna (4-5 hours). On the way, visit Mannar Fort, the historic Baobab tree, Talaimannar Pier, Adam's Bridge, and Madhu Church. In Jaffna, explore the Public Library, Casuarina Beach, Keerimalai springs, Dambakola Patuna temple, and Point Pedro. Overnight in Jaffna.
Comfortable guest houses and 3-star boutique hotels with private A/C transport.
Excellent 4-star boutique hotels and resorts featuring private pools, great locations, and guided tours.
Premium 5-star luxury resorts, private villas, and high-end tented safaris with special inclusions.
From the vibrant heartbeat of Colombo to the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, from the emerald tea plantations of the hill country to thrilling wildlife safaris and the timeless charm of Galle Fort, discover the very best of Sri Lanka on one extraordinary journey.
A transformative 10-day student volunteer program. Blend village school teaching, beach cleanups, tree planting, leadership workshops, and wildlife safaris.
An enriching 10-day student volunteer program. Blend village school volunteering, environmental projects, beach cleanups, leadership workshops, and wildlife safaris.
Travel gently, leave only footprints, and take home unforgettable memories.
Where timeless heritage, breathtaking landscapes, pristine beaches, extraordinary wildlife, and world-class hospitality come together to create an unforgettable luxury experience.
A premium 9-day technical and advanced wreck diving expedition. Dive legendary WWII wrecks like HMS Hermes, SS British Sergeant, HMS Hollyhock, and Navy Dockyard sites.
A fascinating 10-day cultural and mythological trail visiting 15 legendary Ramayana sites, UNESCO world heritage sites, tea valleys, and exotic beaches across Sri Lanka.
A thrilling 2-day trekking expedition covering Stages 11 and 12 of the Pekoe Trail. Journey from Horton Plains through Udaweriya Valley to Haputale with professional guides.
Every itinerary is a starting point. Our local experts will tailor every detail — hotels, pace, activities — to fit you perfectly.
Start Planning My Trip →Visit Nainativu Island (Nagadeepa Viharaya and Nagapooshani Amman Temple) and Delft Island (famous for wild horses, growing coral walls, and the giant baobab tree). Explore local Tamil culture and taste authentic Jaffna crab curry. Overnight in Delft Island.
Travel to Trincomalee. Visit Nilaveli beach, Pigeon Island Marine National Park for excellent snorkeling among coral reefs, black tip reef sharks, and sea turtles. Visit Koneswaram Temple. Overnight in Neelaweli.
A dedicated relax day. Enjoy the pristine sandy beaches of Trincomalee and fresh coastal seafood. Overnight in Trincomalee.
Travel to Sigiriya. Enjoy a wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park on the way. Participate in an authentic village tour with a bullock cart ride, tractor ride, catamaran lake ride, and a traditional village lunch. Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress at sunset. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Travel to Kandy, stopping at a Matale Spice Garden. Visit Kandy Lake, Kandy view point, the Gem Museum, and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Watch a traditional cultural dance show in the evening. Overnight in Kandy.
Travel through scenic tea country. Stop at Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden, tour a tea plantation & factory with tea tasting. Discover Victoria Park, Lover's Leap waterfall, Gregory Lake, and catch the sunset at Moon Plains. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Visit Seetha Amman Temple and Hakgala Botanical Garden on the way to Ella. Walk across the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, climb Little Adam's Peak, see Ramboda Falls viewpoint, try the Flying Ravana zipline, and see the Demodara railway loop. Overnight in Ella.
Travel to Yala. Embark on an evening jeep safari in Yala National Park searching for leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and wild birds. Overnight in Yala/Tissamaharama.
Proceed to Weligama Bay. Try surfing on beginner-friendly waves, go on a whale watching cruise, see stilt fishermen, snorkel Mirissa reefs, and explore Kushtarajagala Statue. Enjoy beachfront seafood. Overnight in Weligambay.
Drive to Hikkaduwa. Snorkel at the coral reef, swim with sea turtles, visit Galle Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), embark on a Madu Ganga River boat safari, and visit a turtle hatchery. Overnight in Hikkaduwa.
Drive from Hikkaduwa to Colombo Airport (BIA) for departure. End of tour with sweet memories. Ayubowan!