14 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Ancient History and Beaches Private Tour
Two weeks that pair leopard safaris and ancient cities with beach time on both the east and south coasts. This 14 days Sri Lanka itinerary runs as a private tour with your own vehicle and driver-guide, so you travel at your own pace.
Tour Highlights
Two days of safari in Wilpattu
Anuradhapura, Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Snorkelling in Pasikudah
Turtle watching in Tangalle and Galle Fort
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Negombo
Stroll Negombo's colonial streets and canals.
Day 2: Negombo to Wilpattu
Drive north for an evening jeep safari and stay at a safari camp.
Day 3: Wilpattu
Enjoy a full day searching for leopards and sloth bears.
Day 4: Wilpattu to Sigiriya via Anuradhapura
Visit the ancient stupas and sacred Bodhi tree of Anuradhapura.
Day 5: Sigiriya
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock past its giant lion paws.
Day 6: Sigiriya to Pasikudah via Polonnaruwa
Explore Polonnaruwa and Gal Vihara, then drive to the east coast.
Day 7: Pasikudah
Swim in the shallow bay and relax on the beach.
Day 8: Pasikudah
Snorkel or dive the offshore reefs.
Day 9: Pasikudah to Kandy via Dambulla
Visit the Dambulla caves on the way to Kandy.
Day 10: Kandy to Ella by Train
Ride the scenic train, then walk through tea estates to waterfalls.
Day 11: Ella to Tangalle
Drive to the coast and watch nesting turtles at night.
Day 12: Tangalle
Free beach day with an optional trip to a temple or bird sanctuary.
Day 13: Tangalle to Colombo via Galle
Visit Galle Fort and the bazaars of Colombo.
Day 14: Departure
Last-minute shopping, then your airport transfer.
Why Book This Private Tour
Your own private vehicle and driver-guide for the whole trip
Travel on the dates that suit you
Hotels, pace and stops can be customised
Best Time to Visit
This itinerary works well from January to April and from June to September. The south and hill country are driest from December to April, and the east coast from April to September.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.