Travelling Tips Sri Lanka
Best Time to Visit the Sri Lanka
With its tropical climate its year-round destination, but the best is October to April, most of the island country experiences a pleasant and dry climate. With ample sunshine, clear blue skies and lush green landscapes, this period is considered to the best climate to visit Sri Lanka.
Currency & ATMs
Sri Lankan rupee is the local currency, and aa currency exchange centre is available at the Colombo Airport. Credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, and American Express) are accepted at hotels, better restaurants and even most supermarkets. When you are out on the street market you will need local currency. ATMs are easily
found in large cities and towns but are far less in rural & remote areas.
Travelling Around
Cities in Sri Lanka are well-connected, getting around is easy so the best convenient way is to have a private chauffeur driven vehicle.
Visas
Visa is required and can be obtained online by visiting https://www.srilankaevisa.lk/ and to avoid inconvenience.
we recommend applying at least 30 days before arrival. Passport must be valid for at least six months before you commence travel to Sri Lanka.
Important Information
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Tour Paced & Fitness Requirements
To ensure you make the most of your holiday experience, we provide information regarding the tour pace and physical demands. While all our tours require reasonable fitness and the ability to navigate sights independently, some may involve longer walks, cycling, and other physical activities. Each tour is rated accordingly, and for further details, please don’t hesitate to ask and ensure you meet the specified requirements and rating.
Easy Paced
You should have a reasonable level of fitness as the itinerary involves spending time on your feet, embarking and disembarking from coaches and boats, ascending steps, and comfortably walking for a minimum of 1-2 hours or more while exploring sights and navigating local markets.
Moderate
A good level of fitness is essential as you should be comfortable walking for a minimum of 2-3 hours or more, covering longer distances. The tour may also include physical activities such as cycling on straightforward terrain, climbing additional steps while visiting sights, and engaging in other adventures as part of the tour.
Adventurous
A high level of fitness is needed to participate in these tours as on some days you will be active for most of the day. The terrain may be more challenging and the activities more physically demanding.
Private Car Tour Departs Daily Tailormade Holiday
Suggested private car tour itineraries are carefully designed for easy-paced travel and can be tailor-made by one of our expert consultants to meet your requirements. A private tour follows a pre-defined itinerary but with the benefit of your own personal guide during sightseeing. Perfect for couples and families that want greater flexibility on when they travel and the style of accommodation.
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Best of Ceylon
(Tour Code: BOCPT)
11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS ADVENTUROUS DEPARTS DAILY
4* DELUXE FROM AU
5* SILVER FROM AU $3,685 PP
This tour combines culture and relaxation, taking in some of Sri Lanka’s finest historical, archaeological and natural treasures whilst not forgetting the pleasures of a few days by the sea. Tour the Cultural Triangle visiting the ancient cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura, the sacred cave temples of Dambulla and the inspiring sky citadel of Sigiriya. Travel to the bustling city of Kandy where you may explore the Temple of the Tooth Relic and the magnificent Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Travel to Nuwara Eliya and enjoy the misty experience of the tea garden. Finish the trip with a few days at a charming boutique hotel with miles of beaches right on the doorstep.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your tour Manager at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Dambulla/Habarana B D
Travel to Dambulla the hub of the cultural triangle. Afternoon visits the 2nd-century cave temple of Dambulla and stays three nights in the hotel.
Day 3: Anuradhapura Excursion B D
Enjoy an excursion to Anuradhapura Visit Mihintale on our way back to the hotel. Evening enjoy catamaran ride on the Habarana Lake. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Polonnaruwa & Wildlife B D
Take an excursion to the ruins of Polonnaruwa and witness a collection of rich architecture, extraordinary ancient irrigation methods and huge man-made reservoirs. Afternoon enjoy a jeep safari to see various wildlife at Minneriya National Park.
Day 5: Dambulla – Kandy B D
Morning visit impressive 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress. This world heritage site consists of the remains of a palace on the top of the rock. Later continue the journey towards Kandy, en- route stop at Matale Spice Gardens. Stay two nights in Kandy.
Day 6: Kandy B D
Today enjoy a city tour and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Gem Museum and in the evening, witness a traditional Kandyan dance.
Day 7: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya B D
After breakfast, proceed to Nuwara Eliya, known as ‘Little England’ since its adoption by colonial British tea planters. Visit a Tea Plantation and Factory to observe the process of turning raw green leaf into the finished product.
Day 8: Trek to Worlds End B D
Leave early morning to Horton Plains for a trek (2-3 hrs) to Worlds End and witness nature at its best. The afternoon is free to relax or explore this small town.
Day 9: Bentota / Beruwala B D
Today travel to a beach resort, the rest of the day is free to relax and stay two nights at the Bentota / Beruwala.
Day 10: Galle Excursion B D
Enjoy an excursion to Galle and a walkthrough of Galle’s historic 17C Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 11: Colombo Departure B
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before travelling back to Colombo. The tour finishes by late afternoon with a direct transfer to the international airport.
What’s included: 10 Nights accommodation Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with English speaking chauffeur guide Entry fees and monument charges Catamaran ride Jeep safari at Minneriya National Park Spice plantation visit Kandy cultural dance Tea plantation visit Horton plain excursion Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Royal Botanic Gardens
Panoramic Lanka
(Tour Code: PLPT)
We invite you to explore this superb destination, visiting the ancient cities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya and Dambulla. This splendid itinerary includes some easy trekking and nature safaris and offers an excellent all-around introduction to Sri Lanka.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your tour Manager at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Negombo – Yala
Travel through the beautiful coastal route to Yala. Evening free to relax. Stay two nights in Yala.
Day 3: Wildlife Safari
An early start to enjoy Safari at the Yala National Park to spot many wild
What’s
animals, including leopards, reptiles, elephants, and birds.
Day 4: Ceylon Tea Gardens
B D Leave for Nuwara Eliya, known as ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka. Afternoon visit Tea Plantation and factory to observe the process of turning green leaf into the finished tea. Stay overnight in a hotel.
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya – Kandy
B D Travel to Kandy, evening explore famous Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya. Stay two nights in Kandy.
Day 6: Kandy
B D
Today enjoy a city tour and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Gem Museum and in the evening, witness a traditional Kandyan dance.
Day 7: Spices & Cave
B D
Travel to Trincomalee stop en-route at Spice Plantation and Dambulla Cave temple. Stay two nights at Trincomalee.
Day 8: Trincomalee
B D
A day at leisure at the beach resort.
Day 9: Sigiriya & Village
B D
Morning visit Sigiriya rock fortress and
afternoon rural village of Hiriwadunna. Enjoy a walk alongside the lake, catamaran to reach a farmhouse for a cup of local tea and a bullock cart ride through paddy fields. Stay three nights in Dambulla.
Day 10: Polonnaruwa & Wildlife B D
In the morning visit Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital of Sri Lanka. Afternoon takes a jeep safari through spectacular Minneriya National Park.
Day 11: Anuradhapura Excursion B D
Enjoy an excursion to Anuradhapura an ancient mighty Sinhalese Kingdom and explore the ruins which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afternoon free to relax.
Day 12: Dambulla – Colombo B D
Travel to Colombo and we do the city sightseeing tour by Tuk Tuk as locals do. Visiting iconic sights, bazaars, churches and temples. Stay overnight in Colombo.
Day 13: Colombo Departure B
After a breakfast, the tour finishes with a direct transfer to the international airport to board your return flight.
National Park Tea & Spice plantation visit Kandy cultural show Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Kandy
Family Fun in Sri Lanka
(Tour Code: FFISLPT)
10 DAYS / 09 NIGHTS EASY-PACED DEPARTS DAILY CHILDREN AGE ABOVE 3 TO BELOW 10 YEARS
This family holiday tour encompasses many highlights of Sri Lanka but at a more leisurely pace! For the adults, there’s an array of beautiful ancient cities set in fantastic scenery, and for the kids, there are plenty of fun adventure activities. Not to mention the incredible wildlife (elephants galore!) and stunning golden beaches.
Day 01: Arrive Colombo – Negombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel. Stay overnight in Negombo.
Day 02: Negombo – Dambulla B D
Today travel to Dambulla and visit the Dambulla Cave Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, some of which date as far back as the 1st century BC. Stay two nights in Dambulla.
Day 03: Excursion Sigiriya & Wildlife B D
Morning visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress and afternoon enjoy a wildlife safari to spot a great number of animals including elephants, reptiles, and birds at Minneriya National Park.
Day 04: Dambulla – Kandy B D
Today travel to Kandy, en-route visit Spice Garden to see how they are grown and learn about Ayurvedic medicine. Evening visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and enjoy a cultural dance show in the theatre. Stay overnight in Kandy.
Day 05: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya B D
Enjoy a scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya also known as the little England of Sri Lanka. Enroute Visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden. Stay two nights in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 06: Ceylon Tea Gardens B D
Leave for Nuwara Eliya, known as ‘Little England,’ of Sri Lanka. Afternoon
What’s included: 9 Nights’ accommodation
visits Tea Plantation and factory to observe the process of turning green leaf into the finished tea.
Day 07: Nuwara Eliya – Yala B D
After a leisurely breakfast travel to Yala famous for the elusive leopard. Get ready for the Evening jeep safari, home to a large variety of elephants, birds, reptiles, and if lucky also spot leopards. Stay overnight in Yala.
Day 08: Yala – Bentota B D
Morning travel to a beach resort, en route visit Galle and enjoy a guided walk-through of Galle’s historic 17C Dutch Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Say two nights in Bentota.
Day 09: Bentota B D
Day at leisure to relax by the ocean or explore on your own.
Day 10: Colombo Departure B
The tour finishes after breakfast with a direct transfer to Colombo airport to board your onward flight home.
Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with an English chauffeur guide Meals as specified Monument entrance fees Jeep safari at Minneriya & Yala Visit a spice plantation Tea tour Cultural dance show Bottled water while traveling and all current collectible taxes.
Yala NP
Special Occasions in Sri Lanka
(Tour Code: SOISLPT)
We offer a fully tailor-made luxury service to create the perfect Sri Lanka holiday for your special occasions. Sri Lanka is an island full of character and beauty, a wonderful place with a taste for adventure, wildlife, cuisine and culture. There are charming colonial towns, rolling hills blanketed by green tea plantations, ancient temples and thriving national parks, all surrounded by warm tropical seas skirted by miles of laid back sandy beaches and welcoming locals.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour
Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel. Stay overnight in Negombo.
Day 2: Negombo – Dambulla B D
Explore this fisherman village before travelling to Dambulla. Evening free to relax and enjoy the hospitality of the hotel. Stay two nights in Dambulla.
Day 3: Excursion Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa B D
Morning visit impressive 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress. Later visit the 11th and 12th centuries UNESCO World Heritage city of Polonnaruwa.
Day 4: Dambulla – Kandy
B D
Today we travel to Kandy, enroute visit Matale Spice Plantation. Late afternoon explore the famous Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya and stay two nights in Kandy.
Day 5: Kandy
B D
Morning enjoy a city tour of Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later visit Gems Museum showcasing the finished jewellery and conclude your evening with a spectacular Kandy Cultural Show.
Day 6: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
B D
After breakfast, proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Visit a Tea plantation in the area and a Factory to observe the process of turning a raw green leaf into a finished product. Stay overnight.
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya – Ella
B D
Travel to Ella, well known small town famous for its scenic beauty and romantic settings for honeymooners. Remaining day free to relax and stay two nights in Ella.
Day 8: Ella
B D
Today start early and climb the famous Little Adam’s Peak. If reached on time and lucky witness spectacular Sunrise
from the peak of the mountain. On your way back walk through Ella town and the Nine-arch bridge area. Evening free to relax or explore local bars and pubs.
Day 9: Ella – Yala B D
Today travel to Yala, one of the most famous national park in the country. Afternoon enjoy a wildlife safari at the park to spot various wild animals, reptiles, birds and if lucky the elusive Leopards. Stay overnight.
Day 10 & 11: Yala – Galle B D
Morning travel to Galle and enjoy a guided walk-through of Galle’s historic 17C Dutch Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fascinating excursion will give you a memorable glimpse into life within Galle Fort –one of the best-preserved Colonial Forts in Asia. Say two nights at Galle.
Day 12: Galle – Colombo B D
After breakfast, leave for Colombo and afternoon enjoy a city tour by a Tuk-Tuk as locals do. While on tour experience the life, history, beauty and heritage of the city. Stay overnight.
Day 13: Colombo Departure B
After a leisurely breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to the Colombo Airport.
What’s included: 12 Nights accommodation Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with an English chauffeur guide Meals as specified Entrance fees and monument charges Cultural dance show Jeep safari at Yala Visit spice plantation Tea tour Romantic candlelit dinner under the stars Opportunity to dress in traditional outfits for a photo opportunity Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Nuwara Eliya Private
4*
Sinharaja Sri Lankan leopard
Wildlife Wonders of Lanka
With 12 per cent of the country designated for wildlife protection, it is easy to sample Sri Lankan wildlife. Safari parks and sanctuaries, particularly in the southern and central zones, offer the easiest way to see animals in their natural habitat. Stay alert for a sighting of the endangered leopard or walk quietly near the turtles until they stop to lay their eggs.
Kandy Negombo
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Negombo – Sinharaja B D
After breakfast proceed to Sinharaja Rain forest. Trekking through this magnificent jungle, the last surviving stretch of virgin rainforest on the island is a truly enriching experience. From top to bottom, the forest is teeming with life, colour and sound to stir the senses. Sinharaja is a UNESCO International Man and Biosphere Reserve. Stay overnight in Sinharaja.
Day 3: Udawalawe & Bundala B D
After breakfast, we proceed to Udawalawa National Park with a packed breakfast. An estimated 500 elephants in herds of up to 1,000 live here and the dry season is the best time to watch them. Enjoy a safari to see families of elephants bathing and playing. Stay overnight in Udawalawe.
Day 4: Udawalawe – Yala B D
Wake up early for a safari at Bundala National Park. Bundala wetlands combine 20km of beach, lagoons and scrub hosting more than 150 bird species. These wetlands are home to winter migratory birds and flocks of flamingos. A vast concentration of Estuarine crocodiles lives in the lagoon areas and the estuary of the Kirindi Oya river. Later return to the hotel for breakfast and travel to Yala. Stay two nights in Yala.
Day 5: Yala B D
First thing in the morning will be your best chance to see a leopard as you enjoy a safari at Yala National Park. The male leopards in Yala are very confident animals and seem to have no fear of the jeep, leading to some excellent photographic opportunities. The park is also home to spotted deer, sambar, boar, wild buffaloes, sloth bear, jackal and mongoose.
Day 6: Yala - Nuwara Eliya B D
Travel to Nuwara Eliya, en-route visit a tea plantation and a tea factory, where the best Ceylon Tea in the world is produced. Afternoon free to explore this small, beautiful town and stay overnight at a hotel. Stay two nights in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 7: Horton Plains & Kandy B D
Enjoy an excursion at Horton Plains. The starting point is marked by a gate
and a little pond and further up you’ll find a resting station before you start the trek, 10 km of it. Once you reach the “world’s end” you’ll experience the cloud forest. Wait for the clouds to part to reveal the great vista of the valley spreading for miles below. Further on, you’ll have to make an arduous climb down to see Baker Falls. Later travel to Kandy and if time permits, we visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic. Stay overnight in Kandy
Day 8: Wasgamuwa & Knuckle B D
Proceed to Wasgamuwa via Knuckles Valley, a major eco-tourism area containing five major forest formations, a wide variety of endemic flora and fauna and some breath-taking mountain scenery. It is a real paradise for those who love to hike or mountain bike offering mountainous trails across clear rivers, through dense forests, and fast-flowing waterfalls. Stay overnight in Wasgamuwa.
Day 9: Wasgamuwa - Negombo B D
Wasgamuwa National Park is truly a paradise for the nature lover. Enjoy a safari, spotting large flocks of birds, and dear and buffalo. Travel to Negombo and explore this fishing town. Stay overnight at Negombo.
Day 10: Colombo Departure B
After breakfast tour finishes with a transfer to the airport where you board your flight for your onward journey.
What’s included: 9 Nights accommodation Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with English speaking chauffer guide Meals as specified Monument entrance fees Wildlife safaris (01 Udawalawa, 01 Bundala, 01 at Yala, 01 at Sinharaja) Visit Horton Plains Wasgamuwa & Knuckle Valley Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
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Golfing in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is home to four of the finest 18 hole championship Golf courses in Asia. These golf courses are The Royal Colombo Golf Club, The Victoria Golf Club in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya Golf Club and Hambantota Golf Club. Travel in luxury with your private vehicle or even fly around the fascinating island. For those who want to feel pampered, Ayurvedic and spa treatments are on hand while heritage and culture are a-plenty on the tour. Don’t miss out on some of Sri Lanka’s must-see sightseeing for a quick taste of Sri Lanka’s wildlife, tropical beaches, and ancient history. This golf tour package can be customised according to your preferences.
Day 1: Arrival Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Colombo hotel for two nights stay.
Day 2: Royal Colombo Golf Club B After breakfast transfer to the Royal Colombo Golf Course for you to have your first Golf experience. Built-in 1879 this course is a green oasis accompanied by a clubhouse of colonial charm. Evening free to explore Colombo city or just relax at the hotel.
Day 3: Colombo – Kandy B Travel to Kandy and afternoon free to relax at the hotel or explore the town. Stay two nights in Kandy.
Day 4: The Victoria Golf Club B Morning transfer to the Victoria Golf Course for you to enjoy a round of golf.
Located alongside Victoria Lake and dwarfed by the Kandyan mountain range is a Donald Steel creation and is an 18 hole, 6946 yards, par 73 layout. Evening free to explore Kandy city or just relax at the hotel.
Day 5: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya B Journey to Nuwara Eliya and afternoon free to relax at the hotel or explore the town. Stay two nights in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 6: Nuwara Eliya Golf Club B
After breakfast transfer to the Nuwara Eliya Golf Course for you to enjoy a round of golf. This 18-hole course, 6399 yards long, par 71 was founded in 1889, by British planters who opened up the land for tea in the county, is one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia and probably the world. Evening free to explore town known to produce the best Ceylon tea.
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya - Hambantota B
This morning travel to Hambantota, free to relax at the hotel or explore the close by National Parks. Yala National Park, today holds the world’s largest concentration of leopards and elephants. Bundala National Park is an important wintering ground for migratory waterbirds in Sri Lanka,
or head to Galle the UNESCO World Heritage Fort is an 18th-century Dutch walled town with chic shops, grand colonial houses and beautiful beaches. Stay for three nights.
Day 8: Hambantota ShangriLa’s Golf & Country Club B Day free at leisure to enjoy a round of golf. Shangri-La’s Golf & Country Club in Hambantota is 18 hole golf course designed on a former sapphire mine. Spread across a vast coconut palm plantation, it offers spectacular views and distinctive challenges for both beginners and seasoned players.
Day 9: Hambantota ShangriLa’s Golf & Country Club B Spend the day at leisure. Optional: Round of Golf at the Shangri-La Hambantota Golf Club.
Day 10: HambantotaColombo Airport B Today you will be transferred back to Colombo and the tour finishes by evening with a direct transfer to the international airport.
What’s included: 9 Nights accommodation Meals as specified Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfer by private airconditioned car with chauffeur guide Green fee with caddy/cart to the golf course in Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Shangri-La Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Sri Lanka in Style
(Tour Code: SLISPT)
This tour encompasses all the major sites of the Cultural Triangle before taking a leisurely route through the centre and south of Sri Lanka. Visit temples, tea plantations and a national park to reach one of the glorious beaches that stretches the length of the southwest coast.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your tour executive who will assist you to transfer to the hotel. Stay two nights in Colombo.
Day 2: Colombo
B
Enjoy city sightseeing tour of Colombo, visiting Fort area, National Museum, commercial areas, Pettah, a colourful Oriental bazaar, mosques and temples.
Day 3: Anuradhapura
B
After breakfast, travel to Thirappane in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Explore the sacred and ancient city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stay overnight in Anuradhapura
Day 4: Dambulla
B
Travel to Dambulla and visit the UNESCO site of Dambulla Cave. A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery is the largest, best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Stay two nights at the hotel.
Day 5: Wildlife Safari
B
Enjoy a visit to Polonnaruwa, the old capital of Sri Lanka. In the afternoon take a wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park, showcasing a large number of wild elephant families, birds and reptiles.
Day 6: Dambulla – Kandy
B
Travel to Kandy, en-route visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and spice garden at Matale where you will see the spice plantations and be able to purchase locally grown spices. Stay two nights at Kandy.
Day 7: Kandy
B
Start your day with a visit to Royal Botanical Gardens, and the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. Rest of the day is free to explore local bazaar or relax at the hotel.
Day 8: Nuwara Eliya
B
Experience a train ride to this famous tea country. Afternoon enjoy tour of a tea factory. Stay two nights in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 9: Nuwara Eliya
B Day is free to relax or explore Lake
Gregory, created by the British governor Sir William Gregory in 1873, and the beautifully Queen Victoria Park founded in 1897. For golfers, this town offers a chance to play an historical 18-hole golf course.
Day 10: Yala B
Travel to Yala and enroute stop at Kataragama to discover more about religious traditions of the country and Vedda, an aboriginal people inhabiting the forest. Later continue to Yala and stay two nights in hotel.
Day 11: Yala
B
Early morning enjoy game drive at the Yala National Park known to have one of the highest leopard densities in the world. Rest of the day free to relax or explore this small town.
Day 12: Weligama / Tangalle B
Travel to Galle and enjoy a guided walk through Galle’s historic 17th Century Dutch Fort. check-in at the hotel for two nights stay in hotel.
Day 13: Weligama / Tangalle B
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as the day is free to relax and enjoy this beautiful resort.
Day 14: Colombo Departure B
Enjoy leisurely breakfast tour finishes with direct transfer to the Colombo Airport.
Lanka Explorer
(Tour Code: LEPT)
This tour not only covers all must-see destinations, it also allows you to explore a few untouched areas. Designed for those who would like to explore more of this wonderful island, visit untouched destinations and experience the uniqueness of the country.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for two nights stay.
Day 2: Negombo
Start our day with a visit to the famous fishing village. The remaining day is free to relax or explore this small town.
Day 3: Negombo - Anuradhapura
Travel to Anuradhapura, the centre of the island’s Buddhist civilization. Also, visit Mihintale and conclude your day with dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Anuradhapura – Jaffna
Travel to Jaffna, the cultural town located in the northernmost region of the country. Afternoon free to relax or
explore the town and stay three nights in the hotel.
Day 5: Jaffna
B D
Start your day with city sightseeing tour and visit Kandadorai Viharaya, Dambakola Patuna and Keeramallai holy bath ponds.
Day 6: Jaffna
B D
Visit Nallur Kovil before enjoying an excursion to Point Pedro. On your return, visit Jaffna library, one of the biggest libraries in Asia.
Day 7: Jaffna – Habarana
B D
Travel to Habarana and visit Dambulla Cave Temples. Relax for the rest of the day and stay three nights at the hotel.
Day 8: Sigiriya Rock
B D
Visit the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress and climb to the top using a series of steps and walkways zig-zagging their way up the rock cliffs. Evening free to explore.
Day 9: Polonnaruwa & Wildlife B D
Take an excursion to the ruins of Polonnaruwa and witness a collection of rich architecture and huge manmade reservoirs. Afternoon enjoy a jeep safari at Minneriya.
Day 10: Habarana – Kandy B D
Travel to Kandy, the most sacred town of Sri Lanka. En-route visit the spice plantation at Matale. Stay two nights at the hotel.
Day 11: Kandy
B D
In the morning visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and in the afternoon explore the local bazaar and Gems museum.
Evening experience upper lake drive and enjoy a cultural dance show.
Day 12: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden before travelling to Nuwara Eliya, a tea countryside famous for its Ceylon tea. Stay two nights at the hotel.
Day 13: Ceylon Tea Tour B D
Today we start early with a hands-on experience of the art of tea plucking and blending, collecting your share of leaves before returning to the tea factory to learn about the process and blending of tea.
Day 14: Yala National Park B D
Enjoy a scenic drive to Yala, afternoon visit to Kataragama Temple and an evening free to relax and stay overnight at hotel.
Day 15: Yala – Galle B D
Enjoy a morning jeep safari to spot leopard for which the national park is famous as well as various other wildlife, birds and reptiles. Later travel to Galle and stay two nights in the hotel.
Day 16: Galle
After breakfast enjoy a sightseeing tour of Galle Fort. The remainder of the day is free to explore or relax at the hotel.
Day 17: Galle – Colombo
Travel to Colombo, en-route stop at Ambalangoda to visit a traditional handmade mask workshop. Evening enjoy sightseeing. Stay overnight.
Day 18: Colombo Departure
The tour finishes with a transfer to Colombo International airport.
What’s included: 17 Nights accommodation Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking chauffer guide Meals as specified Entry fees and monument charges Jeep safari at Minneriya & Yala National Park Tea & Spice plantation visit Cultural show Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Jaffna
Anuradhapura
Surf Sri Lanka
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS ADVENTUROUS
(Tour Code: SSLPT)
Bathed in warm Indian Ocean currents, and with nearly 1600 kilometres of palm-fringed coastline, Sri Lanka is an incredible surf destination home to world-class beaches and waves throughout the country’s coastline. With the west and east coast catching different swells, Sri Lanka is also a year-round surf trip destination. From November to April, the best area of the country to be surfing is the southwest coastline with Hikkaduwa being the main surf area. From April to October, the best part of the country is the east coast, with Arugam Bay being the main surf area. Vehicles with roof racks are provided so you can bring your board, however, if you do not, you can easily rent or buy one here. This tour is purely a suggested itinerary: it can be booked as it is, or create your own ideal tailor-made surfing holiday in Sri Lanka.
Located in southwest Sri Lanka just 2 hours from Colombo, Hikkaduwa, a former fishing village, is now developed surfing and Scuba diving town with 3ft to 10ft waves when pumping stretching along the coast with breaks suited for everyone from beginner to advanced.
Best time to surf November to April.
The Breaks to Surf in Hikkaduwa: Main Beach Break, Main Reef, North Jetty and Benny’s.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Colombo hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2 - 7: Surfing Resort: Hikkaduwa / Weligama / Arugam Bay B Travel to the West Coast or East Coast
If you’re looking to learn or brush up on your surf skills, Weligama is the perfect surf town to visit. Left and right beach break peaks that offer mellow rides make it one of the best beginner surf. There are also a lot of board rentals and surf schools in the area.
Best time to surf October to April.
The Breaks to Surf in Weligama: Weligama Beach for beginners and intermediates, Midigama Lazy Left and Lazy Right, Rams Right, Fisherman’s Point and Mirissa Point.
depends on the time of the year you arrive, a scenic beach stretches popular with surfers as well as the breaks. The area boasts several restaurants and bars on the beach for relaxing. Enjoy surfing when suits you since days are free to relax or explore the sightseeing around the area. Stay five nights at the resort.
Located on the east coast of the island, Arugam Bay is a historic settlement that is now dominated by surfers, as the curvature of the bay, combined with the tides and the reefs, make it perfect to ride 2-metre-high waves out in the bay area.
Best time to surf April to October, while July, August and September are considered to be the very best.
The Breaks to Surf in Arugam Bay: Main Point, Elephant Rock, Okanda, Whisky Point and Pottuvil Point.
Day 8: Hikkaduwa / Weligama / Arugam Bay – Colombo B
After a leisurely breakfast, the tour finishes with a direct transfer to the international airport to board your onward flight.
What’s included: 7 Nights accommodation Meals as specified Travel and transfers by standard Vehicle with Englishspeaking chauffeur/guide Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
*Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a base category room.
Hikkaduwa FROM AU $1,330 PP
DELUXE
Weligama FROM AU $1,792 PP
Arugam
Fly & Flop Sri Lanka
(Tour Code: FAFSL)
The south coast of the teardrop island of Sri Lanka is abundant with luxury hotels, villas and boutique accommodation catering for couples right up to larger extended family groups. We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for fly & Flop. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. With that in mind, we’ve collated hand-picked resorts geared toward some much-needed R&R and we promise you will return feeling rejuvenated.
Popular Fly & Flop Spots in Sri Lanka:
Barely 20 minutes from the international airport Negombo is breathtakingly beautiful. With beautiful beaches, several holiday resorts, and refreshing breezes, this fishing village is the perfect getaway for those looking to unwind and relax. It has quality Spas, bars, restaurants, shops and fashion outlets, selling everything from flip-flops to colourful batiks and handlooms.
This strip of shoreline in southwest Sri Lanka is a paradise of soft sands and sparkling seas, acclaimed as the best beach resort. Bentota offers a combination of fine local restaurants, Bars, Wellness retreats, delightful views and excellent water sports. There are excellent facilities for jet-skiing, windsurfing, diving and parasailing as well as snorkelling and swimming.
Weligama Bay is a charming and idyllic spot on Sri Lanka’s picturesque southern coast. This is a largely untouched beach resort and as a result has relaxing, tranquil and uncrowded beaches, which are perfect for those seeking to unwind and soak up the sun. The area is a tropical paradise and has beachfront bars and restaurants. Swimming, snorkelling and surfing are all possible at Mirissa.
Set on a sheltered bay in the far south of Sri Lanka, the fishing town of Tangalle makes a lovely base for a leisurely break. This offers great seafood and surfing as well as plenty of cultural diversions. There are excellent opportunities for wildlife watching. Rekawa beach is a nest site for five species of turtle, while the Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary along the coast, is a haven for rare bird species.
Situated on a peninsula on the northeast coast of the island, the deepwater harbour of Trincomalee is one of the largest and most sought after in the world. It’s the gateway to amazing beaches on the east coast such as Uppuveli and stunning corals at Pigeon Island, which is a marine national park. Whale watching is possible between May and October.
The bay of Passikudah is truly scenic and is protected by a reef, making it one of the safest and calmest stretches of coastline in the east. The reef is home to some lovely coral formations and schools of reef fish. The surrounding coastline offers calm, clear waters and palm-fringed white sand beaches, perfect for diving, snorkelling, Kite surfing, boogie boarding or just relaxing. Enjoy an array of fresh seafood delicacies as local and international menus are offered at the restaurants.
Bentota FROM AU $1,035
Weligama
Tangalle
Passikudah
Trincomalee
Wellness, Culture & Coast of Lanka
(Tour Code: WCACOLPT)
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS EASY-PACED - RELAXED DEPARTS DAILY
This is 10 days tour but our Bespoke Retreats are available throughout the year and we offer a variety of wellness programs, ranging from 7 to 14 days (or longer, if desired), so you can choose which dates and programs work best for you. Every wellness package is tailor-made depending on the duration of the treatment.
This tour is purely a suggested itinerary: it can be booked as it is, or create your ideal tailor-made holiday.
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for two nights stay.
Day 2: Negombo B D
Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Negombo. Walk down the small fishing villages on the outskirts of Negombo to witness the large open air fish market. Later continue the city
tour to visit the Dutch church & Port, Angurukaramulla Temple, St. Mary’s Church and Hindu Temple. Evening enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3: Negombo –Beruwala / Galle B D
Morning travel to Galle and enjoy a guided walk-through of Galle’s historic 17C Dutch Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fascinating excursion will give you a memorable glimpse into life within Galle Fort one of the best-preserved Colonial Forts in Asia, followed by a photo stop at the famous ‘Stilt Fisherman’. Stay overnight in Galle / Beruwala.
Day 4 - 9: Wellness
Retreat
After leisurely breakfast travel to the Wellness Retreat of your choice. Enjoy
the afternoon at your leisure exploring the resort. If time permits and you reach early a wellness Doctor may meet you to consult and plan your Ayurveda treatment. Enjoy Ayurveda treatments of your choice and connect with your body mind and soul. Stay six nights at the wellness resort. Ayurveda Wellness Package included: 6 Nights selected Wellness Package, which includes private doctors’ consultations, Meditation, Yoga, Ayurveda massages, cooking sessions and indoor and outdoor activity. All meals as your doctor recommend (Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and dinner).
Day 10: Colombo Departure B
After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to the Colombo airport.
What’s included: 3 Nights pre-accommodation and 6 Nights accommodation in a wellness retreat Meals as specified Sightseeing entrance fees as per itinerary Travel and transfers by a private with English speaking chauffeur guide Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Highlights of Lanka
(Tour Code: HOLPT)
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your tour Executive at the arrival lounge who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Dambulla/Habarana B D
Travel to Dambulla and visit the UNESCO site of Dambulla Cave. A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery is the largest, best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Stay two nights at the hotel.
Day 3: Wildlife Safari B D
Enjoy a visit to Polonnaruwa, the old capital of Sri Lanka. In the afternoon take
a wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park, showcasing a large number of wild elephant families, birds and reptiles.
Day 4: Kandy
B D
Travel to Kandy, en-route visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and spice garden at Matale where you will see the spice plantations and be able to purchase locally grown spices. Stay two nights at Kandy.
Day 5: Kandy
B D
In the morning explore the town and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and the Gem museum in the afternoon. In the evening enjoy an upper lake drive
and watch a cultural show before finishing your day.
Day 6: Bentota/Beruwela B D
Travel by road to a small resort town in the southwestern coastal belt and stay two nights at the resort.
Day 7: Bentota/Beruwela B D
Visit a Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda and see several endangered species of turtles. Enjoy a river safari on the Bentota River and experience its breathtaking beauty.
Day 8: Colombo Departure
After breakfast, the tour finishes with a transfer to Colombo Airport.
What’s included: 7 Nights accommodation Sightseeing as specified Travel and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with English speaking chauffeur /guide Meals as specified Entry fees and monument charges Wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park Boat ride at Bentota Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.
Lanka & Leopard
(Tour Code: LALPT)
Day 1: Arrive Colombo
On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive who will assist with the transfer to the Negombo hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Kandy B D
Travel to Kandy, visit the most sacred Temple of Tooth Relic and enjoy a cultural show. Stay overnight at Kandy.
Day 3: Nuwara Eliya
Travel to Nuwara Eliya passing through a tea plantation. Afternoon explore the town and stay overnight.
Day 4: Yala
Travel to Yala, evening participate in a spiritual ceremony at Kataragama Temple. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 5 & 6: Bentota/Beruwela
Morning enjoy safari at Yala before travelling to Bentota. En-route stop at Galle Fort and evening free to explore. Stay two nights at the beach resort.
Day 7: Colombo Departure
After a leisurely breakfast the tour will finish with a transfer to Colombo Airport.
*Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a base category room.
Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people sharing a base category room. A surcharge will apply for other seasons, festivals and blackout dates.
All rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking.
To hold the room on a confirmed basis minimum deposit of $500 per person or more is required at the time of booking.
Full payment is required 60 days prior to departure unless otherwise requested earlier.
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