Digital Detox in Sri Lanka: bespoke holiday itinerary Suggested Holiday Itinerary

DAY 1 DEPART THE UK

Depart London Heathrow for Colombo airport, Sri Lanka.

DAY 2 & 3 RURAL ANAMADUWA

Arrive at Colombo airport; you'll be met by your private chauffeur who will transfer you to your hotel for the next two nights, The Mudhouse; a simple, but strangely luxurious, off the grid countryside eco-hotel. Despite the remoteness of the location, the Mudhouse has an excellent array of activities to keep you occupied, such as bike rides, cookery tours, and kayaking. You’ll immediately feel like you’ve left the worries of modern life behind you!

DAYS 4-6 CULTURAL TRIANGLE (ICONIC SIGHTS AND LOCAL VILLAGES)

In the morning you will be picked up by your private chauffeur guide for the transfer you to your hotel in the Cultural Triangle, on the way you will pass ancient reservoirs and rural Sri Lankan countryside. 

Over the next two days, you will explore the main sights on ETG’s signature tours.  You’ll experience the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, with an early start to avoid the crowds. Explore the Pidurangala Rock Temple, its ancient Sanskrit carvings and hike to the summit of the temple for stunning views of Sigiriya. Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa and a local primate research centre and spot purple-faced langur and toque macaques monkeys. We’ll also take you to lunch in a secret but exceptional location very much off-the-tourist-trail.

DAYS 7 - 8 HILLS AROUND MADULKELLE

Heading into Sri Lanka's rolling hills, spend the next two nights in a safari canvased eco-lodge. Set in the breathtaking surroundings of the Knuckle's Mountain Range, Madulkelle offers something a little different to your run of the mill tea estate. Here you can trek through the hills soaking up the peaceful atmosphere and try your hand at making your very own tea on the tea plantation tour.

DAYS 9 - 12 TREKKING AND WATER SAFARI

You will travel up the mountain through the clouds to Grandma & Grandpa's House in the heart of the Knuckles Moutain Range. The journey takes you through some incredible scenery with spectacular vistas. Leave the car behind for the next leg of the tour: you will travel on foot to the house, a part of the Abode homestay project. Here you'll enjoy a simple homecooked meal and lodging. A longer hike will lead you deeper into the mountain wilderness until your next overnight stay, where the washing facilities are a waterfall. Abode is an utterly unique experience for all the family and one you are likely to remember for a very long time. 

Next, head to the country’s best-kept wildlife secret, Gal Oya National Park for a two-night stay at the beautifully designed eco-lodge. Home to Sri Lanka’s largest lake, you can encounter all manner of wildlife on a boat safari and by foot, including Asian elephants and a vast array of birdlife, far away from other tourists.

DAY 13-15 EAST COAST BEACH

After a 3 hour drive from Gal Oya, you will arrive at the surfing and wildlife hotspot of Arugam Bay. The remote village is home to some of the best surf breaks on the island, but if you're not keen on surfing, there is plenty of wildlife and a glorious beach to keep you occupied. Spend time here relaxing in laid-back Sri Lankan style.

DAY 16 TRAVELLING WEST

Arrive in Colombo after a short and scenic flight and make your way to Gampaha, a beautiful and rural area of many coconut farms and pineapple plantations. 

Day 17 Fly Home

Depart Colombo for your flight back to the UK.

Your personalised quotation with Experience Travel Group will include:

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

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