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Luxury Family Adventure

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This family adventure through Sri Lanka is designed to help you uncover the best of the island in style, with minimal travel hassle. From scenic landscapes to unique excursions, every moment is crafted to bring your family together in shared experiences. With chauffeur-guided journeys and a scenic seaplane flight, you’ll minimise travel time and enjoy spectacular aerial views of this beautiful island.

Imagine exploring ancient ruins, spotting leopards on safari, or relaxing on golden beaches while staying in exceptional accommodations.

Highlights:

  • Ease into your adventure with a stay in a tranquil countryside retreat surrounded by lush gardens and nearby temples.
  • Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise, soaking in the breathtaking views of the Cultural Triangle.
  • Discover wildlife on thrilling safaris in Yala National Park, from leopards to elephants.
  • Unwind on the south coast at a luxurious beachside resort offering yoga, surfing, and ocean vistas.
  • Explore rural Sri Lanka on a cycling tour of ancient Polonnaruwa and its quiet backroads.
  • Connect with local culture through off-the-beaten-path village experiences and temple visits.
  • Savour ultimate comfort with private seaplane transfers, luxury lodges, and dedicated service throughout.

As with all our holidays, this itinerary is just a starting point. We can tailor it to suit your budget, pace, and style. Call us today to learn more about how this suggested itinerary could inspire your family holiday.

This is a sample itinerary which we will tailor to suit you. Prices are dependent on destination, flights & dates but ETG holidays always include the following:

  • International flights (if required)
  • Guides, drivers & their tips
  • Accommodation
  • Specified meals & snacks
  • Your immersive experiences
  • Internal & regional transfers

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DAY 1  DEPART UK

Depart the UK on your flight to Colombo.

DAYS 2 & 3  RURAL GAMPAHA

Your chauffeur-guide will meet you on arrival and transfer you just a short drive away to your secluded boutique hotel for a two-night stay. The peaceful Sri Lankan countryside is a great place to ease into the holiday, with plenty to keep children occupied too. Explore nearby temples, the local botanical gardens or take a leisurely boat trip along the canal.

DAYS 4 & 5  KANDY

Travel inland to the beautiful rolling hills around Kandy for your three-night stay in an attractive historic manor house away. 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 6-8  CULTURAL TRIANGLE

Travel with your driver and guide up to the Cultural Triangle, where you have three days to discover its ancient cities, interact with locals, and gain insight into rural Sri Lankan life. Explore the backroads of Polonnaruwa on a cycling tour, beat the crowds with an early climb up the magnificent Sigiriya rock fortress and meet the locals who live in the surrounding countryside villages, learning how they farm on our signature off-the-beaten-track experience.

DAYS 9 & 10  YALA NATIONAL PARK

Today, you’ll board your scenic seaplane flight to Hambantota before driving to your luxury lodge on the outskirts of Yala National Park.

During your stay, you’ll venture into the park on safari drives with a local naturalist looking for birdlife and game such as leopards, elephants, buffalos, and wild boar.

The lodge itself is truly special and part of the experience, too—surrounded by bushland, you're surrounded by nature even when you're not on safari. The lodge faces out to the ocean and offers great facilities and meals. Beyond the daily safaris, there are plenty of activities, such as bush walks and cultural tours.

DAYS 11 - 14  Tangalle

After a final sunrise safari, you’ll journey around two hours to a luxury resort overlooking the beach on the south coast. Spend three full days here, with many activities and quality facilities to entertain all ages. Swim in the pool, wander along the beach at sunrise, take a surf or yoga lesson and enjoy the many dining options.

DAY 15  FLY HOME

Your driver will transport you to Colombo airport to depart on your flight back to the UK.  

 

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Hotels & Villas
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Adigar's Manor

Adigar's Manor, Kandy

The 'Walauwa' - a traditional Sri Lankan manor house converted into one of the most beautiful hotels on the island.

Amanwella

Amanwella, Tangalle

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

Horathapola Coconut Estate

Horathapola Coconut Estate, Pannala

Beautiful tropical mansion offering unpretentious luxury on a working Coconut Estate.

Water Garden

Water Garden , Sigiriya

A luxury hideaway wrapped in beautiful paddies, pools, lakes and streams. A calming, conveniently located hotel with lovely villas.

Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala

Luxury cocoon-shaped tents, allied with a beautiful coastal location: Wild Coast delivers a unique, cool twist on the traditional African-style safari lodge.

Experiences & Activities
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Contrasts of Kandy

Contrasts of Kandy, Kandy

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

Dambulla Cave Temples

Dambulla Cave Temples, Dambulla

Beautiful and decorative cave temples hidden into rocks and ccaves at Dambulla

Kayaking and Elephant Watching in Kalawewa National Park

Kayaking and Elephant Watching in Kalawewa National Park, Anuradhapura

Pidurangula Rock

Pidurangula Rock, Sigiriya

Just beside Sigiriya Rock Fortress lies another granite rock jutting out of the surrounding lowland, Pidurangala Rock.

Polonnaruwa Cycling Tour

Polonnaruwa Cycling Tour, Polonnaruwa

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

Scenic seaplane journey

Scenic seaplane journey, Colombo

Fly at low level across Sri Lanka on Sri Lankan airline's amphibious 'Airtaxi' - an unforgettable and exclusive way to see the island.

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

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