Best of Sri Lanka – 17 Days / 16 Nights

Description

The Family Tour is designed specifically for travelers with families, kids, or even groups of friends. It offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the island while creating unforgettable memories together. This tour provides fascinating insights into Sri Lanka’s ancient civilizations and its vibrant cultural heritage. If you’re traveling with kids, we highly recommend this tour as they’ll absolutely love the experience.

Our holiday plans are tailored to align with morning flight arrivals, ensuring a smooth start to your journey. We are flexible and happy to assist you in customizing your tour plan based on your flight schedules. For inspiration, you can explore our carefully crafted tour plans or use the “Plan Your Tour” option to create a personalized itinerary that suits your preferences. Let us help you make your dream holiday a reality!

Tour Highlights

Negombo Beach relaxation
Pinnawala Elephant Foundation
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Dambulla Cave Temple
Habarana Cultural Show & Sigiriya Village Tour
Polonnaruwa ancient city cycle tour
Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth & Botanical Gardens
Scenic train ride to Ella via tea plantations
Hike Little Adam’s Peak & visit Nine Arches Bridge
Udawalawe safari with elephants and wildlife
Whale watching (seasonal), surfing in Weligama, and Mirissa Beach leisure
Explore Galle Fort and Bentota Beach
Colombo city highlights

Day 1: Airport – Negombo

Pickup from Bandaranaike International Airport
Transfer to Negombo, a charming coastal town
Relax on Negombo Beach

Overnight stay: Negombo

Day 2: Negombo – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya

Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Foundation
Explore Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO site)
Proceed to Sigiriya
Enjoy an evening Habarana Cultural Show

Overnight stay: Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya Sightseeing

Early morning climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO)
Experience a traditional Sigiriya Village Tour with a bullock cart ride and lake canoeing
Enjoy a relaxing traditional full-body Ayurvedic massage

Overnight stay: Sigiriya

Day 4: Polonnaruwa Excursion

Day trip to Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital (UNESCO)
Explore the ruins and temples by cycle tour
Return to Sigiriya in the evening

Overnight stay: Sigiriya

Day 5: Sigiriya – Kandy

Visit Dambulla Cave Temples (if not covered on Day 2)
Drive to Kandy, en route visiting a spice garden
In Kandy, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic

Overnight stay: Kandy

Day 6: Kandy Sightseeing

Visit the Royal Botanical Garden in Peradeniya
Explore Kandy city, including Kandy View Point and local markets

Overnight stay: Kandy

Day 7: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Ella

Visit tea plantations and a tea factory
Scenic drive through waterfalls and hill country to Nuwara Eliya (“Little England”)
Board the scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella (subject to availability)

Overnight stay: Ella

Day 8: Ella Sightseeing

Take part in a Sri Lankan cooking class
Hike to Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views
Visit the famous Nine Arches Bridge, a masterpiece of colonial-era engineering

Overnight stay: Ella

Day 9: Ella – Udawalawe

Leisurely morning in Ella
Depart for Udawalawe National Park

Overnight stay: Udawalawe

Day 10: Udawalawe – Mirissa

Morning jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park, famous for elephants and wildlife
Proceed to Mirissa, a stunning beach destination

Overnight stay: Mirissa

Day 11: Mirissa Leisure Day

Relax on Mirissa Beach
Visit Coconut Tree Hill for sunset views

Overnight stay: Mirissa

Day 12: Mirissa – Weligama – Mirissa

Optional surfing lesson in Weligama, famous for beginner-friendly waves
Relax or explore the surroundings

Overnight stay: Mirissa

Day 13: Mirissa – Galle

Depart to Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Enjoy a Galle Fort walking tour, exploring colonial architecture and boutique shops
Visit the Turtle Hatchery / Turtle Clinic nearby
Return to Mirissa or continue to Bentota

Overnight stay: Bentota

Day 14: Bentota

Visit Bentota Beach
Optional water sports activities – jet skiing, banana boat, snorkeling, or boat rides in the Madu River

Overnight stay: Bentota

Day 15: Bentota Leisure Day

Full day at leisure on the beach
Optional spa or Ayurvedic treatments

Overnight stay: Bentota

Day 16: Bentota – Colombo

Transfer to Colombo
Enjoy a Colombo city tour visiting Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Galle Face Green, and the Old Parliament Building

Overnight stay: Colombo

Day 17: Colombo – Airport

Depending on your flight schedule, some last-minute sightseeing or shopping in Colombo
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure

Private airport transfers with luxury vehicles.
Stay at 5-star luxury resorts and boutique hotels.
Exclusive spa treatments, fine dining, and luxury safaris.
Personalized experiences, including private guided tours