13 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Ancient Cities and Wildlife Private Tour
Thirteen days that combine three national parks with the ancient cities, tea country and a south-coast beach finish. This 13 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
Wilpattu safaris and Anuradhapura
Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Dambulla
Train to Nuwara Eliya and Horton Plains
Two days in Yala and Hikkaduwa beach
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, Colombo to Wilpattu
Drive up the coast to a jungle lodge.
Day 2: Wilpattu
Take a morning safari for leopards and elephants, then a free afternoon.
Day 3: Wilpattu to Sigiriya via Anuradhapura
Morning safari, then visit Anuradhapura's temples.
Day 4: Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Climb Sigiriya and see the Gal Vihara Buddha statues.
Day 5: Sigiriya to Kandy via Dambulla
Visit the caves, the Temple of the Tooth and a spice garden.
Day 6: Train to Nuwara Eliya
Ride past waterfalls and tea fields, then enjoy a free afternoon.
Day 7: Horton Plains
Hike to World's End and visit a tea plantation for a tasting.
Day 8: Nuwara Eliya to Yala
Drive south for an afternoon safari.
Day 9: Yala Safari
Early morning drive for leopards, elephants and peacocks.
Day 10: Yala to Hikkaduwa via Galle
Tour Galle Fort, then continue to Hikkaduwa.
Day 11: Turtle Hatchery
Visit a turtle hatchery and see the hatchlings.
Day 12: Hikkaduwa
Free day for snorkelling, the beach or the Tsunami Museum.
Day 13: Departure
Coastal drive to the airport.
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
December to April is the best time for this itinerary, with dry, sunny weather on the west and south coasts and in the hill country.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.