🌴 11 Nights / 12 Days Sri Lanka Tour
By A4 Tours | Lets Explore Sri Lanka | Build Your Custom Tour (W6)
Discover Sri Lanka in 12 Days
From USD 900 Per Person | Private Tour | 12 Days / 11 Nights
Embark on an unforgettable 11-night, 12-day journey through the heart of Sri Lanka. From the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and sacred temples of Kandy to lush tea plantations, misty hill towns, and thrilling Yala safaris — this tour blends nature, culture, and adventure. Enjoy scenic train rides, relax on golden beaches, and explore colonial Galle, stilt fishermen, and sea turtle hatcheries. Perfect for travelers seeking a mix of history, wildlife, and tropical beauty, this is the ultimate Sri Lankan experience.
12 Days in Sri Lanka
Transportation : Car / Bus / VAN
Accommodation : 3 to 4 Star
Expert Local Guides
Tour Itinerary with Destination Highlights
Day 01: Airport – Sigiriya (Via Pinnawala)
Airport Pickup: Meet & greet by your A4 Tours representative at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage: Witness rescued elephants in a natural habitat. See feeding & river bathing sessions.
Sigiriya Village Tour: Enjoy a traditional bullock cart ride, a short canoe trip, and an authentic Sri Lankan village lunch.
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 02: Sigiriya
Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (early morning): See the sunrise over the jungle and Sigiriya Rock from the sky.
Pidurangala Rock Climb: Easier than Sigiriya and perfect for panoramic sunrise or sunset views.
Evening Leisure: Rest or explore your hotel’s surroundings.
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 03 – Sigiriya to Kandy
Sigiriya Rock Fortress: Climb the iconic 5th-century rock citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Optional Dambulla Cave Temple: Admire 2,000+ years of Buddhist mural art and golden statues.
Spice & Herbal Garden Visit: Learn about traditional healing practices using native herbs.
Drive to Kandy: A cultural capital nestled in lush hills.
Evening Activities:
Upper Lake Drive
Gem Museum & Lapidary
Cultural Dance Show
Overnight: Kandy
Day 04 – Kandy
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic: Holiest Buddhist site in Sri Lanka.
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens: Home to 4,000+ plant species, including orchids and royal palms.
Ambuluwawa Tower (optional): Unique multi-religious complex with panoramic hilltop views.
Overnight: Kandy
Day 05 – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Scenic Drive through Tea Country
Tea Plantation & Factory Visit: Learn how Ceylon Tea is processed & enjoy a fresh cup.
Nuwara Eliya City Tour:
Gregory Lake
Colonial Buildings
Post Office & Golf Course
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 06 – Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Horton Plains National Park: Morning hike to World’s End (cliff drop) and Baker’s Falls.
Drive to Ella: A small mountain town known for its beauty.
Evening Leisure: Enjoy Ella’s cool climate and cafés.
Overnight: Ella
Day 07 – Ella
Scenic Train Ride: From Ella to Bandarawela or Nanu Oya to Ella – considered one of the most beautiful routes in the world.
Nine Arches Bridge: Built by the British using only bricks & cement – a top photo spot.
Hike to Mini Adam’s Peak: Short, scenic trail with 360° views.
Overnight: Ella
Day 8 – Ella to Tissamaharama
Morning Trek to Ella Rock: (optional, for adventure seekers)
Visit Ravana Ella Falls: A stunning natural waterfall with legend ties to the Ramayana.
Drive to Tissamaharama: Gateway to Yala National Park.
Evening Walk at Tissa Lake: Relax near this serene lake with birdlife.
Overnight: Tissamaharama
Day 9 – Tissamaharama to South Coast
Early Morning Safari at Yala National Park: Spot elephants, leopards, sloth bears, crocodiles & more (best wildlife viewing in Sri Lanka).
Drive to South Coast: Stop at Hiriketiya Beach for a swim or lunch.
Overnight: Galle or Hikkaduwa
Day 10 – Southern Coast
Stilt Fishermen at Weligama: Unique fishing tradition – great for photos.
Explore Galle Dutch Fort: UNESCO site with cobbled streets, colonial charm, and lighthouse views.
Visit a Sea Turtle Hatchery: Learn about conservation efforts and see baby turtles.
Overnight: Beach Hotel (Galle/Unawatuna/Hikkaduwa)
Day 11 – Southern Coast
Free Day at the Beach: Swim, snorkel, surf, or just relax under a palm tree.
Optional Activities: Water sports, massage, seafood dinner
Overnight: Beach Hotel
Day 12 – Departure
Optional Madu River Boat Safari: Mangrove tunnel, cinnamon island, fish spa (if time permits)
Colombo City Tour (based on flight time): Galle Face, Old Parliament, Lotus Tower (outside view), shopping
Transfer to Airport for your onward flight with wonderful memories!
1010 USD P/P
Minimum 6 Person
Valid Period : 01st July to 31st August
1070 USD P/P
Minimum 4 Person
Valid Period : 01st July to 31st August
000 USD P/P
Minimum 2 Person
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📌 Key Destinations at a Glance
Sigiriya
🐘 Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
🚜 Village Tour with bullock cart & traditional lunch
🎈 Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride
🪨 Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Pidurangala Rock
Dambulla
🕍 Optional Dambulla Cave Temple
Kandy
🛕 Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
🌿 Spice & Herbal Garden
💎 Gem Museum & Cultural Dance Show
🌸 Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
🗼 Optional Ambuluwawa Tower
Nuwara Eliya
🍃 Tea Plantation & Factory Visit
🏞️ Gregory Lake & Colonial Sights
Horton Plains & Ella
🌄 World’s End & Baker’s Falls
🚂 Scenic Train Ride
🌉 Nine Arches Bridge & Mini Adam’s Peak
🧗 Ella Rock (optional)
Tissamaharama & Yala
🌊 Ravana Falls & Tissa Lake
🐆 Yala National Park Safari
South Coast
🏄♂️ Hiriketiya Beach
🎣 Stilt Fishermen at Weligama
🏰 Galle Dutch Fort
🐢 Sea Turtle Hatchery
Beach Stay (Galle/Unawatuna/Hikkaduwa)
🌴 Free Day to relax or enjoy water sports
Colombo
🕌 Gangaramaya Temple, Lotus Tower (view), Galle Face
🛍️ Optional Shopping & Madu River Boat Safari
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