Classic Family Sri Lanka

DAY 1 DEPART THE UK

Depart London Heathrow for Colombo, Sri Lanka.

DAYS 2 & 3 Notary’s House

On arrival at Colombo Airport, meet your local chauffeur-guide and transfer to your boutique hotel where you will be for a two-night stay. Enjoy a relaxed start to your holiday here: splash in the pool, explore the grounds, or sit back and enjoy the hospitality as you adjust to 'holiday' time.

DAYS 4 - 6 THE CULTURAL TRIANGLE WITH A TWIST

Your chauffeur-guide will transfer you to the Cultural Triangle. Here you will spend three days taking in the region’s majestic ancient cities interactively. Cycle the backroads to Polonnaruwa, explore the rock fortress at Sigiriya before the crowds arrive, and discover the local life of the surrounding countryside villages on a more off-the-beaten-track adventure.

Day 7  Kandy 

Travel south to Kandy. Beyond the more well-known Peradeniya Botanical Gardens and the sacred Temple of the Tooth, Kandy is surrounded by lush countryside and makes an excellent base for some outdoor adventures.

DAYS 8 & 9 TEA COUNTRY

All aboard for one of the world’s best train journeys. Travel from Kandy through the tea-covered hills to Haputale. Your accommodation is just a stone's throw from the train station. Here we include a pleasant stroll through the plantations to reveal, on a clear day at least, one of the country’s most exceptional views.

Days 10 & 11 Gal Oya National Park

Travel to Gal Oya National Park from the coast for a two-night stay in a beautifully designed eco-lodge. The park is home to Sri Lanka’s largest lake, and boat safaris here allow you to spot Asian elephants and vibrant birdlife in their natural habitats.

DAY 12 & 13 YALA NATIONAL PARK

Your driver will transport you to Yala National Park for your safari adventure. Here, you’ll stay in a wonderful tented safari camp known for its conservation work. Yala is known for its leopard population, but there is a wide variety of animals and birdlife. Your camp is an excellent base to explore the park, and there will be time for both afternoon and morning safaris.

DAYS 14 - 17 GALLE COAST

With your chauffeur-guide, you’ll head southwest towards the Galle coast. On arrival, you’ll check in to a charming boutique hotel. There are excellent interconnecting family rooms, a lovely pool and gardens, stylish decor, great food and, best of all, a very warm welcome. Plenty of time to relax and enjoy the coast or take a walking tour around Galle Fort. An adventure in the local countryside is included: travel down the river and then by tuk-tuk or cycle towards a traditional village where you’ll get to enjoy a snack of traditional egg hoppers. 

DAY 18 FLY HOME

You’ll be transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK.