Sri Lanka East & North Coast Tour

11-Day Scenic Adventure from Colombo to Jaffna

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo & Transfer to Negombo
Distance: 15 km | Travel Time: 30 minutes
View Activities
  • Airport pickup and welcome briefing
  • Transfer to beachfront hotel
  • Evening beach walk
  • Welcome dinner at beachfront restaurant
Day 2: Negombo to Trincomalee
Distance: 260 km | Travel Time: 6 hours
View Activities
  • Scenic cross-country drive with rest stops
  • Lunch break en route
  • Arrival in Trincomalee
  • Evening beach walk at Uppuveli or Nilaveli
Day 3: Trincomalee Exploration
Distance: 30 km (local) | Travel Time: 1 hour total
View Activities
  • Koneswaram Temple visit on Swami Rock
  • Fort Frederick exploration
  • Beach activities at Uppuveli or Nilaveli
  • Optional water sports
  • Sunset watching from Swami Rock
Day 4: Trincomalee - Pigeon Island National Park
Distance: 15 km + 1 km by boat | Travel Time: 40 minutes
View Activities
  • Morning boat transfer to Pigeon Island
  • Guided snorkeling session in coral reefs
  • Marine life observation (sharks, turtles, tropical fish)
  • Picnic lunch on the island
  • Afternoon beach relaxation
Day 5: Trincomalee to Passikudah
Distance: 110 km | Travel Time: 2.5 hours
View Activities
  • Scenic coastal drive
  • Check-in at luxury beach resort
  • Swimming in shallow calm waters
  • Stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking
  • Sunset watching from resort
Day 6: Passikudah to Arugam Bay
Distance: 140 km | Travel Time: 3.5 hours
View Activities
  • Scenic drive through coastal villages
  • Arrival and check-in
  • Beach familiarization
  • Town exploration
  • Sunset viewing from beach
Day 7: Arugam Bay Surfing & Beach Day
Distance: 10 km (local) | Travel Time: 30 minutes
View Activities
  • Early morning surf session at Arugam Point
  • Beginner surf lesson (2-3 hours)
  • Beach relaxation and swimming
  • Lagoon kayaking or paddleboarding
  • Sunset yoga session
Day 8: Arugam Bay Exploration & Wildlife
Distance: 50 km (excursions) | Travel Time: 2 hours
View Activities
  • Pottuvil Lagoon boat safari
  • Crocodile Rock visit
  • Muhudu Maha Viharaya ancient temple
  • Whiskey Point beach visit
  • Optional Kumana National Park safari
Day 9: Arugam Bay to Jaffna
Distance: 330 km | Travel Time: 7 hours
View Activities
  • Early morning departure
  • Multiple rest stops en route
  • Lunch break in Vavuniya or Kilinochchi
  • Late afternoon arrival in Jaffna
  • Traditional Jaffna dinner (crab curry)
Day 10: Jaffna Peninsula & Islands Exploration
Distance: 50 km (local) | Travel Time: 2 hours
View Activities
  • Nallur Kandaswamy Temple visit
  • Jaffna Fort exploration
  • Jaffna Public Library visit
  • Casuarina Beach visit
  • Keerimalai natural pool swimming
  • Point Pedro lighthouse visit
Day 11: Jaffna to Colombo & Departure
Distance: 400 km | Travel Time: 8 hours (or 1-hour flight)
View Activities
  • Leisure breakfast at hotel
  • Final Jaffna exploration or shopping
  • Departure (road or flight to Colombo)
  • Airport transfer for international departure
Package Inclusions
Accommodation as per selected hotel category (10 nights)
Daily breakfast at hotels
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle with driver
English-speaking guide throughout tour
Airport pickup and drop-off
Pigeon Island boat transfer & snorkeling equipment
Pottuvil Lagoon boat safari
All government taxes & service charges
Package Exclusions
International airfare & visa fees
Domestic flight Jaffna to Colombo (if chosen)
Entrance tickets to sites and monuments
Water sports and surfing fees
Lunch and dinner (unless specified)
Personal expenses and shopping
Travel insurance
Kumana National Park safari (optional)
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