Best of Sri Lanka – 17 Days / 16 Nights

17 Days

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 01 :
Day 1: Airport – Negombo
  • Pickup from Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Transfer to Negombo, a charming coastal town
  • Relax on Negombo Beach

Overnight stay: Negombo

Day 02 :
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 03 :
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 04 :
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 05 :
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 06 :
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 07 :
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 08 :
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 09 :
Day 9: Ella – Udawalawe
  • Leisurely morning in Ella
  • Depart for Udawalawe National Park

Overnight stay: Udawalawe

Day 10 :
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 :
Day 11: Mirissa Leisure Day
  • Relax on Mirissa Beach
  • Visit Coconut Tree Hill for sunset views

Overnight stay: Mirissa

Day 12 :
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 :
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 :
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 :
Day 15: Bentota Leisure Day
  • Full day at leisure on the beach
  • Optional spa or Ayurvedic treatments

Overnight stay: Bentota

Day 16 :
Day 16: Bentota – Colombo
Day 17 :
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

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Best of Sri Lanka – 17 Days / 16 Nights
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