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Northern and eastern regional tours · SRI LANKA

Jaffna Peninsula and Islands

6 days · 5 nights • Customisable itinerary • Jaffna → Jaffna

Weathered pale stone walls of the historic fort ruins on Delft Island, Sri Lanka
Historic fort ruins on Delft Island

A JOURNEY TO MAKE YOUR OWN

The experience

Jaffna Peninsula and Islands is a 6-day Sri Lanka itinerary starting in Jaffna and finishing in Jaffna. Peninsula and island route, with ferry and sea-condition alternatives. Use this route as the starting point for a personalised quote, with the pace, accommodation and activities adjusted to your dates.

Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Starts in
Jaffna
Finishes in
Jaffna
Travel style
Private, tailor-made proposal
Your route

Jaffna > Point Pedro > Delft > Nainativu > Jaffna

A suggested itinerary. Your operator must confirm the final schedule, stays, activities and price before booking.

THE JOURNEY, DAY BY DAY

Your itinerary

DAY 01JaffnaArrive and settle in

Day 1 activities

  • Meet at the agreed starting point in Jaffna and travel to your Jaffna base. Keep arrival-day plans flexible around your actual arrival time.
  • Explore Nallur and the city markets with a local guide, respecting temple entry rules.
Overnight
Jaffna
Meals
Meal plan selected in your quote.
Travel planning
Local excursions; timings confirmed with the guide.
Transport
Private vehicle proposed; specialist activities use separately confirmed operators.
DAY 02JaffnaExplore Jaffna

Day 2 activities

  • Make a peninsula excursion towards Point Pedro with stops agreed with your guide.
Overnight
Jaffna
Meals
Meal plan selected in your quote.
Travel planning
Local excursions; timings confirmed with the guide.
Transport
Private vehicle proposed; specialist activities use separately confirmed operators.
DAY 03JaffnaExplore Jaffna

Day 3 activities

  • Use a full day for Delft Island only after confirming outward and return ferries, island transport and sea conditions.
Overnight
Jaffna
Meals
Meal plan selected in your quote.
Travel planning
Local excursions; timings confirmed with the guide.
Transport
Private vehicle proposed; specialist activities use separately confirmed operators.
DAY 04JaffnaExplore Jaffna

Day 4 activities

  • Plan a separate Nainativu visit, checking ferry and temple arrangements before departure.
Overnight
Jaffna
Meals
Meal plan selected in your quote.
Travel planning
Local excursions; timings confirmed with the guide.
Transport
Private vehicle proposed; specialist activities use separately confirmed operators.
DAY 05JaffnaExplore Jaffna

Day 5 activities

  • Plan a separate Delft Island excursion only when ferries and return arrangements are confirmed.
Overnight
Jaffna
Meals
Meal plan selected in your quote.
Travel planning
Local excursions; timings confirmed with the guide.
Transport
Private vehicle proposed; specialist activities use separately confirmed operators.
DAY 06JaffnaOnward journey

Day 6 activities

  • After a relaxed start, finish the itinerary in Jaffna. Agree the final drop-off and leave enough time for any onward connection.
  • Airport transfers are included only if your written quote specifies them.
Overnight
No overnight stay planned
Meals
As agreed in your quote.
Travel planning
Local excursions; timings confirmed with the guide.
Transport
Final transfer or local drop-off, as agreed.

THE PLACES ALONG THE WAY

Your Sri Lanka route

  1. Jaffna ↗
  2. Point Pedro
  3. Delft
  4. Nainativu

Use the destination cards or open a place in maps below.

Pins show approximate destination centres. Distances between destinations are straight-line estimates, not driving distances.

The route lists destinations and overnight bases. Exact roads, station transfers and activity meeting points are agreed with your operator.

PLAN THE DETAILS

Shape your package

Accommodation & meals

Choose guesthouse, hotel, boutique stay or villa options in your quote; named properties are not yet allocated.

Breakfast, half board, full board, tastings and special meals are included only when listed in the final quote. Share dietary requirements before confirming.

What to include in your quote
  • Every overnight stay, room type and agreed meal.
  • Driver, guide, vehicle, fuel, parking and any station or airport transfers.
  • Entry tickets, safari jeeps, boats, activity equipment and specialist guides.
  • Taxes, payment schedule and cancellation terms.

These are items to request, not confirmed inclusions.

Costs to budget separately

Unless specifically included in your quote, allow for international flights, entry requirements, travel insurance, personal spending, tips, optional activities and meals outside the agreed plan.

Season, activity level & suitability

Varies by activity; shorter alternatives on request. Suitable pace and access depend on the activities selected. Tell the operator about mobility requirements, child ages and swimming or walking ability.

  • Confirm the full itinerary, exact pickup and drop-off points, and a realistic daily schedule with the operator.
  • Request an itemised quote covering accommodation, transport, guide services, admission, meals, taxes and optional activities.
  • Check current access, weather and local conditions before travel; the final programme may need to change.
  • Reconfirm ferry availability and return arrangements close to travel; retain a mainland alternative.
Booking & cancellation

This page is an itinerary proposal, not a confirmed departure. Before paying, obtain the named operator’s written quote, availability, payment terms and cancellation policy. Sending an enquiry does not make a reservation.

LET’S SHAPE YOUR JOURNEY

Request your personalised quote

Tell the Travel Picks team your dates, group size, preferred stays and any changes to this route.

This request goes to the Travel Picks team. For direct arrangements, use the provider’s published contact links.

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