Luxury cocoon suite interior at Wild Coast Tented Lodge Yala.
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15-Day Serendipity in Style: A Private Luxury Journey

15 Days of Luxury

Experience Sri Lanka in Exceptional Style

Stay at River House Dambulla, Dendrobium House, The Cavern, Wild Coast Tented Lodge, 32 Middle Street and Villa Vista on a privately guided journey through Sri Lanka’s ancient kingdoms, misty tea country, wildlife-rich wilderness, historic Galle Fort and spectacular southern coast.

WHAT YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

  • 14 nights in handpicked luxury villas, boutique retreats and wilderness lodges.
  • Daily breakfast, with all-inclusive dining at Wild Coast Tented Lodge and additional meals as detailed in the itinerary.
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide and in-vehicle Wi-Fi.
  • VIP arrival and departure assistance at Bandaranaike International Airport.
  • Private hot-air balloon experience over the Cultural Triangle, subject to weather conditions.
  • Privately guided visits to Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla and Kandy.
  • Private tea-country and Pekoe Trail experiences.
  • Private jeep safaris with an experienced naturalist.
  • Private architectural and heritage walk through Galle Fort.
  • Private catamaran experience along Sri Lanka’s southern coast, subject to sea conditions.
  • Private farewell seafood dinner.
  • Entrance fees and activities included as detailed in the itinerary.
  • Personalised assistance from Luxurious Trails throughout the journey.

Day by Day

Itinerary Outline

Day 1 – VIP arrival and Dambulla

VIP airport arrival assistance and private transfer to River House Dambulla. Settle into this peaceful private villa surrounded by nature. The remainder of the day is reserved for relaxation.
Overnight: River House Dambulla
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Our clients receiving personal assistance from a Luxurious Lanka representative at the Silk Route lounge.
Comfortable Silk Route lounge seating at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Private pool villa at River House Dambulla Sri Lanka
Rustic guest room at River House Dambulla Sri Lanka
Stylish interior at River House Dambulla Sri Lanka
Swimming pool surrounded by nature at River House Dambulla Sri Lanka

Day 2 – Hot-air balloon and Dambulla

Begin with a private hot-air balloon experience over Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. After breakfast, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and explore its ancient Buddhist cave complex. Return to the villa for a relaxing afternoon.
Overnight: River House Dambulla
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Travellers enjoying a sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Dambulla, Sri Lanka.
Ancient Buddha statues, stupa and ceiling paintings inside Dambulla Cave Temple.
Relaxing hammock experience at River House Dambulla Sri Lanka
River House Dambulla villa with private pool surrounded by forest
Visitors exploring the Dambulla Cave Temple beneath a massive rock in Sri Lanka.
Exterior of Dambulla Cave Temple beneath a massive rock in Sri Lanka.
Travellers enjoying a sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Dambulla, Sri Lanka.
Travellers enjoying a sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Dambulla, Sri Lanka.

Day 3 – Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and private wildlife safari

Visit the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning. Continue to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa for a privately guided cultural experience. Complete the day with a private safari in search of wild elephants and other wildlife.

Overnight: River House Dambulla
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Aerial view of Sigiriya Rock Fortress surrounded by forest in Sri Lanka.
Family enjoying a jeep safari among wild elephants at Hurulu Eco Park, Sri Lanka.
Herd of wild elephants grazing in the lush forest of Hurulu Eco Park.
Tourist posing in front of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Sri Lanka.
Entrance to the ancient Lankatilaka Image House in Polonnaruwa, framed by towering brick walls.

Day 4 – Dambulla to Hanthana

Travel privately into Sri Lanka’s central hills and arrive at Dendrobium House in Hanthana. Check into the Moth Junior Suite and enjoy the mountain views, gardens and tranquil surroundings.

Overnight: Dendrobium House, Moth Junior Suite
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Dendrobium House with swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery in Sri Lanka
Luxury bedroom at Dendrobium House Sri Lanka
Garden dining with mountain views at Dendrobium House Sri Lanka
Dendrobium House surrounded by lush greenery and mountain views in Sri Lanka

Day 5 – Private Kandy experience

Enjoy a privately guided exploration of Kandy, including the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake and selected cultural attractions. Return to Dendrobium House for a relaxing evening.

Overnight: Dendrobium House, Moth Junior Suite
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Panoramic view of Kandy Lake and the surrounding city in Sri Lanka.
Ceremonial elephant in traditional attire near the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy.
Traditional Kandyan dancers and fire performers in colourful costumes.
Our clients posing with traditional Kandyan fire dancers in Kandy.
Kandyan dancers performing a traditional plate-spinning dance on stage.
Illuminated colonial architecture in Kandy, Sri Lanka, at night.

Day 6 – Hanthana to The Cavern

Continue through the scenic hill country to The Cavern in Agarapathana, a distinctive luxury residence integrated into a natural cave and surrounded by tea estates. Enjoy a private tea experience and an introduction to the estate.

Overnight: The Cavern, Agarapathana
Meal plan: As included by the property

Luxury cave-inspired living room at The Cavern Sri Lanka
Luxury cave-inspired living room at The
Private plunge pool surrounded by forest at The Cavern Sri Lanka
Luxury cave-inspired living room at The Cavern Sri Lanka
Outdoor dining surrounded by lush greenery at The Cavern Sri Lanka

Day 7 – Private Pekoe Trail experience

Experience a privately guided section of the Pekoe Trail through tea plantations, mountain villages and beautiful highland scenery. Return to The Cavern for time at leisure.

Overnight: The Cavern, Agarapathana
Meal plan: As included by the property

Traveller learning about fresh tea leaves from a tea plucker along the Pekoe Trail.
Travellers hiking through lush tea plantations along the Pekoe Trail in Sri Lanka’s hill country.
Travellers hiking through lush tea plantations along the Pekoe Trail in Sri Lanka’s hill country.

Day 8 – Hill country to Yala

Travel from the central highlands towards Sri Lanka’s southern wilderness. Arrive at Wild Coast Tented Lodge, located beside Yala National Park, and enjoy the lodge’s all-inclusive hospitality.

Overnight: Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala
Meal plan: All-inclusive

Aerial view of a cocoon suite with a private pool at Wild Coast Tented Lodge Yala.
Cocoon suite with a private plunge pool at Wild Coast Tented Lodge Yala.
Luxury cocoon suite at Wild Coast Tented Lodge
Swimming pool at Wild Coast Tented Lodge Yala
Open-air restaurant at Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Day 9 – Private Yala safari

Enjoy a privately arranged safari in Yala National Park with an experienced naturalist. Search for leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and the park’s abundant birdlife.

Overnight: Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala
Meal plan: All-inclusive

Sri Lankan leopard resting in Yala National Park.
Tourists enjoying a jeep safari beside a wetland in Yala National Park.
Tourist observing a wild elephant from a safari jeep in Yala National Park.
Two spotted deer standing in the grasslands of Yala National Park.
Wild elephant walking near safari jeeps in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka.
Sloth bear walking through the forest in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka.
Sri Lankan leopard resting on a rock in Yala National Park.

Day 10 – Yala to Galle Fort

Travel along the southern coast to historic Galle Fort. Check into 32 Middle Street, an elegant private courtyard villa within the fort walls. In the afternoon, enjoy a private architectural and heritage walk.

Overnight: 32 Middle Street, Galle Fort
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Courtyard swimming pool at 32 Middle Street Galle
Courtyard pool and lounge at 32 Middle Street Galle Fort
Galle Fort Lighthouse overlooking the Indian Ocean at sunset in Sri Lanka.
Tourist posing beside the historic Galle Fort Clock Tower in Sri Lanka.
Elegant guest room at 32 Middle Street Galle Fort
Lively evening street with shops and restaurants inside Galle Fort, Sri Lanka.
Historic clock tower and ramparts at Galle Fort, Sri Lanka.

Day 11 – Private catamaran experience

Enjoy a privately arranged catamaran journey along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline. The experience can include sailing, swimming, relaxation and refreshments, depending on weather and sea conditions
Overnight: 32 Middle Street, Galle Fort
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Guests swimming beside a luxury yacht during a Mirissa whale-watching cruise.
Luxury yacht sailing at sunset during a whale-watching cruise in Trincomalee.
Luxury yacht sailing near Mirissa for whale watching in Sri Lanka.

Day 12 – Galle to Villa Vista, Mirissa

Continue to Villa Vista in Mirissa, an exceptional contemporary villa designed by internationally celebrated Japanese architect Shigeru Ban. Enjoy panoramic views over Weligama Bay and time beside the infinity pool.

Overnight: Villa Vista, Mirissa
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Aerial view of Villa Vista surrounded by lush greenery in Sri Lanka
Modern exterior of Villa Vista surrounded by landscaped gardens in Sri Lanka
Infinity pool overlooking tropical greenery at Villa Vista Sri Lanka
Open-plan living and dining area at Villa Vista Sri Lanka
Modern exterior of Villa Vista surrounded by landscaped gardens in Sri Lanka

Day 13 – Private coastal relaxation

A leisurely day at Villa Vista. Guests may enjoy the villa, swimming pool and coastal surroundings or request optional wellness, sailing or local experiences.

Overnight: Villa Vista, Mirissa
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast

Sunset infinity pool view at Villa Vista Sri Lanka
Infinity pool overlooking tropical greenery at Villa Vista Sri Lanka
Infinity pool overlooking tropical greenery at Villa Vista Sri Lanka

Day 14 – Mirissa and private farewell dinner

Enjoy a final day of relaxation on the southern coast. In the evening, a private seafood farewell dinner will be arranged to celebrate the journey.

Overnight: Villa Vista, Mirissa
Meal plan: Bed and breakfast, with farewell dinner

Day 15 – VIP departure

After breakfast, private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport with VIP departure assistance.

Silk Route departure lounge with comfortable seating at Bandaranaike International Airport.
irport staff assisting travellers at the departure terminal of Bandaranaike International Airport.
SriLankan Airlines aircraft taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport.

Tour Details

  • 15 Days
  • Starting from $7,000 Per person
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