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This two-week itinerary has been thoughtfully designed to include memorable experiences to enjoy as a family across Sri Lanka and The Maldives. Along the way, you’ll stay in unique, boutique family-friendly accommodation where you have ensured not only comfort and a great location, but an adventure too. 

You’ll travel in Sri Lanka with your private chauffeur-guide. The route has been planned to minimise stops but ensure you can take in national parks, ancient cities, villages and hill country. The Sri Lanka tour can be as adventurous or relaxed as you wish.  For the last part of the holiday, kick back in a villa on a beautiful, white sandy island in The Maldives. 

Highlights

  • Head out on safari with your naturalist guide in Wilpattu, Sri Lanka’s largest national park and much less crowded than other parks in the country
  • Adventures in The Cultural Triangle: cycle the backroads to Polonnaruwa, climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress and discover local life in the countryside
  • Enjoy staying in unique family-friendly accommodation, carefully selected to ensure a balance of comfort, adventure, and location
  • Swim and snorkel in The Maldives’ turquoise waters. The best possible way to relax at the end of your holiday

As with all our holidays, this itinerary is just a starting point. We can tailor it completely to suit your budget, pace and style. To find out more about how this suggested itinerary could inspire your family holiday, fill in the form below.

DAY 1 Depart The UK

Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Sri Lanka.

DAYS 2-4 THE HILLS AROUND KANDY

On arrival at Colombo Airport, you will be welcomed by your local chauffeur-guide and then transferred to a family-run estate in the scenic rolling hills near Kandy. Spend the first three nights here, there are brilliant family rooms and it's an ideal location for discovering the tea plantations, rural life and the town of Kandy itself. Your time can be spent exploring, chilling by the pool, learning about Sri Lankan cookery or even venturing out on bike trails to a nearby waterfall. A scenic train ride to Polgahawela is also a fun way to take in the captivating landscapes of the hill country.

DAYS 5-7 THE CULTURAL TRIANGLE WITH A TWIST

Travel onwards to The Cultural Triangle with your chauffeur-guide. Here you have three days to take in the fascinating ancient cities, interacting with the locals along the way. Cycle the backroads to Polonnaruwa, explore the towering Sigiriya rock fortress before the crowds arrive, and discover the local ways of life in the surrounding countryside villages on our signature off-the-beaten-track adventure.

DAYS  8-9 WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK

Your driver will transport you to Wilpattu National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s most important conservation areas. During your two-night stay, enjoy an authentic wilderness adventure, spotting leopards, elephants, sloth bears and an array of beautiful birdlife. Wilpattu is a lot less busy than other parks in the country, making for a much more peaceful location to explore on safari.

Day 10-13 THE MALDIVES

Your driver will transfer you to the airport where you’ll board a short flight from Colombo to The Maldives, on arrival, it's a straightforward transfer to the boat jetty. Board a speedboat to the beautiful Oblu By Atmosphere resort, set on the white sands of Helengeli Island and fringed by turquoise waters. Your four-night all-inclusive stay will include plenty of relaxation time by the pool, in the ocean or in your comfortable villa. Whether you're a child or an adult, you're sure to enjoy snorkelling or swimming, discovering the colourful array of marine life around the island and the variety of watersports on offer.

Day 14 Fly Home

Board your flight back home to the UK

As every holiday is unique to you, prices vary. To give you an indication, our holidays typically cost between £4,000 and £6,000 per adult depending on trip length and time of year as well as the hotels and flights involved. We offer child and seasonal discounts. You can read our ultimate guide to holiday costs in Asia for more in-depth information.

To start your journey, talk to one of our friendly consultants today.

Since every traveler is unique - Call our experts on 1-888-577-8452 to create your personalised vacation itinerary.

Inclusions

Your bespoke proposal with Experience Travel Group will include:

  • International Flights (we can omit if you prefer)
  • Accommodation as described
  • Privately guided tours and transfers
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Original Experience Travel Group "signature" experiences 
  • Full financial protection (ABTA and ATOL bonding.) 
  • 24-hour in-country backup while away
  • Your dedicated travel expert in the UK 

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the hotels and villas within this holiday as standard...

Kumbukgaha Villa

Kumbukgaha Villa, Sigiriya

A collection of comfortable villas surrounded by wilderness and a veranda to relax on at the end of a long day.

OBLU by Atmosphere

OBLU by Atmosphere, North Male Atoll

Relax and unwind in this wonderful all-inclusive resort, with delicious food, a well-maintained house reef and dive centre.

Rosyth House

Rosyth House, Kegalle

A beautifully converted planter's bungalow within easy reach of Kandy.

The Ibis

The Ibis, Wilpattu

A small property situated on the outskirts of Wilpattu National Park with lovely gardens and friendly staff.

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the experiences & activities within this holiday as standard...

Contrasts of Kandy

Contrasts of Kandy, Kandy

Explore the rich history of Kandy, including the Royal Botanical Garden and Queen's Hotel.

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, Kandy

Beautiful, historic gardens

Polonnaruwa Cycling Tour

Polonnaruwa Cycling Tour, Polonnaruwa

Cycle around the relatively compact and well preserved ruins of Sri Lanka's second great historical capital.

Sigiriya and Village Farm experience

Sigiriya and Village Farm experience, Sigiriya

Visit local farms and learn firsthand about the life and work of the villagers, enjoy a home-cooked lunch and visit the stunning Sigiriya rock fortress

Train through the hill country

Train through the hill country, Kandy

One of Asia's great train journeys, with spectacular views from start to finish.

 The best possible way to experience Yala National Park is to stay in the Park with Kulu Safaris. An unforgettable experience for all the family. Talk to us about this upgrade to the tour. 

Kulu Safaris

Kulu Safaris, Yala

Unique tented safari, perfect to experience Sri Lanka's natural beauty in comfort and style.

The Kandalama Hotel is a spell binding hotel in a glorious setting. Talk to us about upgrading your stay in the cultural triangle to this wonderful hotel. 

Kandalama

Kandalama, Dambulla

Kandalama is a luxury hotel in a spellbinding setting, an architectural tour de force from Geoffrey Bawa.

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