15 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Kalpitiya to Colombo Cultural Journey Private Tour
Fifteen days through the island's cultural heartlands, from dolphins in Kalpitiya to Jaffna's temples, the ancient capitals, Kandy and the south coast. This 15 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
Dolphin watching in Kalpitiya and Wilpattu safari
Anuradhapura, Mihintale and Jaffna
Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Pidurangala and Minneriya
Kandy village life, Yala safari and Galle
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Kalpitiya
Transfer up the coast and take a dolphin-watching boat trip.
Day 2: Wilpattu Safari
Take a safari in Wilpattu to spot leopards and wetland birds.
Day 3: Kalpitiya to Anuradhapura
Visit the Sri Maha Bodhi, the ancient ruins and Mihintale.
Day 4: Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Tour Jaffna Fort, Nallur Kovil and the Kadurugoda stupas.
Day 5: Jaffna
Free day for beaches or a boat trip to Nainativu Island.
Day 6: Jaffna to Giritale
Explore Polonnaruwa and the Gal Vihara carvings.
Day 7: Village Life and Sigiriya
Cycle through villages, take a lake boat ride and climb Sigiriya.
Day 8: Pidurangala and Minneriya
Climb Pidurangala, then go on an elephant safari.
Day 9: Giritale to Kandy
Visit the Royal Palace and Temple of the Tooth, then a cultural show.
Day 10: Heeloya Village
Pick fruit, trek to a waterfall and share a village meal.
Day 11: Kandy to Tissamaharama
Head south for a Yala jeep safari.
Day 12: Tissamaharama to Ahangama
Explore Galle Fort, then settle in on the south coast.
Day 13: Ahangama
Relax on the beach, hike to the Peace Pagoda and visit a turtle hatchery.
Day 14: Ahangama to Colombo
Visit the National Museum and Pettah markets, then a Sri Lankan dinner.
Day 15: Departure
Private transfer 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
January to March is the best time for this itinerary, with dry weather across the north, the Cultural Triangle and the south coast.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.