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14-Day Northern & Eastern Sri Lanka Explorer
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- 14-Day Northern & Eastern Sri Lanka Explorer
Discover a different side of Sri Lanka. This 14-day adventure leads you from coastal Negombo to the cultural depth of Jaffna and the marine beauty of Trincomalee, then across ancient capitals and down to the wild and tropical south. A perfect mix of beaches, temples, wildlife, and authentic Sri Lankan culture.
Pick-up from Bandaranaike International Airport
Transfer to hotel in Negombo
Evening lagoon boat ride on the Negombo Lagoon
Sunset at Negombo Beach
Overnight: Negombo
Day 1: Arrival – Welcome to Sri Lanka (Negombo)
Optional morning visit to Morawaka Beach
Drive to Colombo
Explore Colombo City, Galle Face Beach, and Lotus Tower
Overnight: Colombo
Day 2: Coastal Calm to City Vibes
Scenic drive to Trincomalee
Evening walk along Uppuveli Beach
Relax at Spa Ceylon Heritage for a traditional wellness treatment
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 3: Colombo ➝ Trincomalee (East Coast Begins)
Boat trip to Pigeon Island – snorkeling or optional scuba diving ($50–$90)
Neelaveli Beach leisure time
Optional: Whale & dolphin watching ($160)
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 4: Island Paradise & Underwater Beauty
Morning spiritual tour: Thiriyai Temple, Velgam Vihara, China Bay Golf Club
Afternoon: Fishing trip in mangroves or sea
Sunset at Kokkilai Bird Sanctuary
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 5: Spiritual & Natural Trinco
Travel to Jaffna via scenic inland route
Visit Nallur Kandasamy Kovil & Jaffna Public Library
Try local treats at Rio Ice Cream Centre
Overnight: Jaffna
Day 6: Northern Trail to Jaffna
Explore Jaffna Fort, Kallady Amman Kovil, Kakasan Thurei Beach
Ferry to Nainativu Island – visit Nagapooshani Amman Kovil & Nagadeepa Temple
Evening at Casuarina Beach
Overnight: Jaffna
Day 7: Jaffna Spiritual & Coastal Sites
Full-day trip to Delft Island
Visit Point Pedro, the northernmost tip of Sri Lanka
Optional dolphin watching
Overnight: Jaffna
Day 8: Islands & Northern Tip
Transfer to Anuradhapura – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit Ruwanwelisaya, Thuparama, Sri Maha Bodhi, Mirisawetiya
Explore Ranmasu Uyana, Kuttam Pokuna, Kalu Diya Pokuna
Overnight: Anuradhapura
Day 9: Journey to the Ancient Capital – Anuradhapura
Morning Minneriya National Park safari – elephants in the wild
Transfer to Sigiriya
Sunset view from Pidurangala Royal Cave Temple
Overnight: Sigiriya
Day 10: Ancient Ruins to Iconic Rocks
Early morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Traditional Sigiriya village tour with local lunch
Continue to Matale:
Visit National Spice Garden & Muththumari Amman Kovil
Waterfalls: Bambarakiri Ella, Sera Ella, Gerandigala Ella
Hidden gem: Norten Bridge
Stop at Laksapana Falls, Aberdeen Falls, and Mlesna Tea Castle
Overnight: Central Highlands / Kandy area
Day 11: Sigiriya ➝ Matale ➝ Central Highlands
Drive to the southern region
Explore Yala National Park – evening safari for leopards and elephants
Overnight: Yala
Day 12: Highland to Wilderness – Yala
Morning visit to Devundara Point – southern tip of Sri Lanka
Relax or swim at Mirissa Beach
Optional whale watching (if in season)
Overnight: Mirissa
Day 13: Southern Coastline – Mirissa & Beyond
Explore the Dutch-era Galle Fort, Lighthouse, and surrounding colonial architecture
Visit Bawa Gardens (Brief Garden)
Return to Colombo
Optional evening city tour: Parliament Kotte, Galle Face Beach
Transfer to airport for departure
Day 14: Galle & Return to Colombo
