Slow Paced Luxury Bespoke Holiday Itinerary / Experience Tour

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Travel slowly through the south of Sri Lanka. This itinerary takes in some of the most beautiful locations in the country staying in the best hotels.

Highlights include

A stay at Amanwella just outside of Tangalle. A luxury retreat located on one of Sri Lanka's best beaches
The chance to see elephants, leopards, and birdlife in Yala National Park on safari with your naturalist guide
Explore the charming UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort, whilst staying in the stunning Amangalla hotel – a former Dutch colonial mansion
Sitting back with a freshly picked cup of tea with a view of the surrounding mountains from your planters bungalow in the hills
Private chauffeur-guide throughout.

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 own holiday, fill in the form below.

Day 1 Depart The Uk

Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Sri Lanka.

Days 2 - 4 Galle

On arrival, your private chauffeur-guide will meet you. You’ll travel south to your hotel, Amangalla in the charming UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort. You don’t need to step too far away from the hotel to feel really immersed in the historic location and experiences will be tailored to you. Take a guided walk of the fort with a local expert or enjoy a cookery class. In the hotel itself, you can relax around the pool or sit back and enjoy the top-notch service with added extras such as complimentary afternoon tea.

Days 5-7 Haputale

Head into the Hill Country with your chauffeur-guide, the scenery and climate provide a fine contrast to the coast. During your time in the hills, you’ll stay in a suite in a lovingly restored planters bungalow. The property has an inviting pool, fantastic views and wonderful walking opportunities nearby. Spend your time exploring the tea-clad region and relaxing around the bungalow.

Days 8 & 9 Yala National Park

With your guide, you’ll travel towards Yala National Park for a two-night stay. Here you’ll venture into the less explored parts of the park on safari drives with a local naturalist looking for birdlife and game such as leopards, elephants, buffalos, and wild boar.

There will be the chance to relax back at camp too, you can soak up the tranquil surroundings. There are plenty of activities that can be organised, such as kayaking, small walks, and even a Sri Lankan cookery lesson. In the evenings, expect a beautiful lit campsite with a roaring campfire.

Days 10 -13 Tangalle

Transfer with your guide back around the coast to Tangalle where you’ll check in at Amanwella for 4 nights. Swim in the sea, feel the sand between your toes, treat yourself in the spa or simply unwind in your own beach paradise under the shade of a palm tree.

Day 14 Colombo

Travel to Colombo this morning. In the afternoon, you can enjoy an informative walking tour around Colombo in the company of a passionate and engaging local guide who will open up the cultural heart of the city to you. This unique excursion provides a real insight into the influences, traditions, and cultures that have shaped and formed the Sri Lankan capital over the intervening centuries.

Day 15 Fly Home

Depart Colombo for your flight back to the UK.

As every holiday is unique to you, prices vary. To give you an indication, two-week holidays range from roughly £2,500 to £8,000 per adult, with an average price of £3,300. We also offer substantial child and seasonal discounts.

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Inclusions

Your personalised quotation with Experience Travel Group will include:

International Flights (which can be omitted from your quotation 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.)
Meals as described
24-hour in-country backup whilst away
Your own dedicated travel expert in the UK

For more on our pricing policy read here.

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...

Amangalla, Galle Fort

Amangalla is a characterful and seriously sophisticated hotel inside the UNESCO world heritage site of Galle Fort.

Amanwella, Tangalle

Total sensual luxury in a dazzling location on Sri Lanka's spectacular southern coastline.

Kulu Safaris, Yala

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

Thotalagala, Haputale

A revived tea planters bungalow offering personalised service and sweeping views over the surrounding plantations.

Tintagel, Colombo

Paradise Road Tintagel Colombo combines heritage, luxury, and superior service in Colombo’s most elite historical district.

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...

Galle Fort, Galle Fort

Explore Galle's beautifully preserved fortified city

Whale watching, Mirissa, Mirissa

Spend the morning on the lookout for Moby Dick

Fly with British Airlines, economy, business class or premium economy. Ask your consultant ffor details.

Customer Feedback

The accommodation arranged for us was truly fantastic and we had to pinch ourselves sometimes - especially at the plantation, Villa Rosa and The Dutch House - WOW! The food and service everywhere were top quality.

- Lynda

Customer Protection

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