Buddha Statues, Colombo
For travellers wanting to experience more than just the highlights, our 14 Day Sri Lankan Discovery Small Group Tour offers a more comprehensive and immersive journey through this remarkable island.
In addition to Sri Lanka’s iconic cultural sites, scenic highlands and wildlife encounters, this extended itinerary ventures further north, uncovering regions that remain largely untouched by mainstream tourism. The result is a richer, more authentic travel experience that showcases the full diversity of Sri Lanka.
Explore Sri Lanka Beyond the Highlights
This journey begins in Colombo, before travelling into the Cultural Triangle, where you will explore the extraordinary rock fortress of Sigiriya, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, and the sacred caves of Dambulla.
Continue to Kandy, home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, before heading into the cool, misty highlands of Nuwara Eliya, surrounded by lush tea plantations.
One of the standout experiences remains the scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella, offering breathtaking views of Sri Lanka’s hill country.
From here, the journey takes a unique turn as you travel north, exploring Jaffna and the surrounding region. This area offers a completely different perspective of Sri Lanka, shaped by its own history, culture and traditions. Far less visited than the south, it provides a rare opportunity to experience a more authentic and less commercialised side of the island.
The itinerary also includes a safari in Yala National Park, where you may encounter elephants, sloth bears and the elusive leopard, before concluding with time to relax along Sri Lanka’s beautiful south coast.
Why Choose the 14 Day Discovery Tour?
While shorter itineraries capture the highlights, this extended journey allows for a more relaxed pace and deeper exploration.
With additional time, you’ll experience:
- Greater cultural depth, including the unique heritage of northern Sri Lanka
- A more balanced pace, with less time spent in transit
- A broader range of landscapes, from ancient cities to remote coastal regions
- More meaningful local interactions and experiences
Travelling in a small group ensures a personalised and engaging journey, with expert guidance throughout and the flexibility to fully appreciate each destination.
The Unique Appeal of Northern Sri Lanka
One of the defining features of this itinerary is its inclusion of Jaffna and the northern region, an area that remains largely undiscovered by international travellers.
Here, you’ll experience:
- Distinct cultural influences shaped by Tamil heritage
- Quiet coastal landscapes and remote islands
- Historic sites and local traditions rarely seen on standard itineraries
This addition transforms the journey from a classic highlights tour into a truly comprehensive exploration of Sri Lanka.
What’s Included – Comfort, Value & Seamless Travel
This 14-day tour has been carefully designed to provide exceptional value while maintaining a high standard of comfort throughout.
Your journey includes:
- Return airport transfers
- 13 nights’ accommodation in quality 4 and 5-star hotels
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch and 10 dinners
- All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary, including Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla Cave Temple and Yala National Park
- Scenic train journey through Sri Lanka’s hill country
- Experienced English-speaking guide throughout
- Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation
Everything is arranged for you, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy the experience.
Stay in Comfort – Carefully Selected Hotels Throughout
Throughout your journey, you’ll stay in a range of well-selected hotels that reflect the character of each region.
In the Cultural Triangle and Kandy, enjoy comfortable properties ideally located for sightseeing, while in the highlands, your accommodation offers cooler climates and scenic surroundings.
In more remote regions such as the north, hotels are selected for their quality and authenticity, providing a comfortable base while maintaining a sense of place.
At various points along the journey, upgraded room categories and unique accommodation styles may be available, including boutique properties and private villa-style options, enhancing your overall experience.
A More Complete Sri Lanka Experience
The 14 Day Sri Lankan Discovery Small Group Tour is ideal for travellers who want to go beyond the standard itinerary and experience Sri Lanka in greater depth.
By combining iconic highlights with lesser-known regions, this journey offers a more complete and rewarding travel experience, all delivered with the ease and comfort of a small group.
Ready to Discover More of Sri Lanka?
With limited group sizes and guaranteed departures, early booking is recommended.
If you’re looking for a journey that goes beyond the ordinary and reveals the true diversity of Sri Lanka, this extended small group tour is the perfect choice.
For those with less time to travel north to Jaffna, the 11-Day Best Of Sri Lanka is the ideal small group tour.