Family Classic
Bespoke Holiday Itinerary / Experience Tour
Info : Family Classic
A great value, all-encompassing tour round Sri Lanka for active families wanting to see as much as possible on their holiday. This itinerary takes in all the main attractions, and some more remote ones, whilst staying in a range of quality, family-friendly accommodation.
Pricing & Inclusions
From £1784 pp inclusive of flights from the UK.
(This price is based on a tour price of £1169 pp and international flights from the UK from £615 pp = £1169 pp)
Inclusions
- International flights.
- All accommodation and meals as stated.
- Private vehicle with driver and airport transfers as detailed.
- All sites and activities as mentioned
Please note: This price is based on two adults and two children travelling together during the peak travel period. Flight costs are subject to change.
ALL EXPERIENCE TRAVEL TOURS ARE TAILOR MADE, PRIVATELY GUIDED AND DELIVERED BY THE BEST GUIDES IN THE COUNTRY.
Day-to-Day Itinerary : Family Classic
DAY 1
Depart London Heathrow for Colombo, Sri Lanka.
DAYS 2 & 3
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the St Lachlan - a simple and comfortable boutique property in Negombo with a swimming pool where you will stay for two nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Stay two nights to recover from the flight and explore this vibrant fishing town. Spend time on the beach or exploring the markets and myriad of small streets and lanes.
DAYS 4, 5 & 6
Your fully-qualified, English speaking chauffeur-guide will meet you at St Lachlan with his modern minivan. He will stay with you until you are dropped off at the airport at the end of your trip. From Negombo you will head to Sigiriya, in the heart of the 'Cultural Triangle'. Stay at the Kassapa Lions Rock - an excellent mid-range hotel perfectly located for exploring the local sights. Included in your three days here are guided visits to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla cave temples and Polonnaruwa as well as an afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park and an elephant back ride in Habarana.
DAYS 7 & 8
Head south towards Kandy, visiting the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage and Peradeniya Botanical Gardens en-route. Stay two nights at the Serendib Stone Cottage on the outskirts of the city.
DAYS 9 & 10
Head into the tea-covered mountains to the charming Kelburne Estate Cottages. Mind-blowing views from your breakfast table - a cosy cottage to yourselves and lovely friendly staff. What's there not to like? Not super luxurious by any means, but comfortable and well looked after nonetheless and you just cannot beat the location! On your second day take a hike to Lipton's Seat which, on a clear day, affords one of the best views in the country.
DAYS 11 & 12
From Haputale take a scenic train ride to Ella, where your driver will meet you. Drive out of the southern climbs of the hills to the fertile plains of the Deep South. Stay at the Hibiscus Garden Hotel - your base for a thrilling afternoon safari in Yala National Park.
DAYS 13, 14 & 15
From Yala head along the south coast to the fabulous beach and bay at Unawatuna, 5 mins from historical Galle. Stay at the charming Thambapanni Retreat and enjoy your time as you please. The beach is one of the best in Sri Lanka and the range of little cafes and restaurants makes it great for socialising with other families.
DAY 16
Heading up to Colombo for your last night, staying at the Galle Face Regency Hotel. Time for some fine dining, shopping and city exploration.
DAY 17
Your driver will drop you at the airport for your return flight to London.
Family Classic Hotels
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...
Hibiscus Garden Hotel, Tissamaharama
Great value resort on the outskirts of Tissamaharama in Sri Lanka's deep south, ideal as a base for Yala National Park
Kassapa Lions Rock, Sigiriya
Excellent value mid-range hotel well located for exploring the 'cultural triangle'
Kelburne Estate Cottages, Haputale
Great value two and three roomed tea estate cottages with awe inspiring views
Serendib Stone Bungalow, Kandy
Excellent value colonial era bungalow on the outskirts of Kandy
Thambapanni Retreat, Unawatuna
Set in a gorgeous garden on the side of a hill, this is a small hotel offering a lovely peaceful enclave in which to escape
Family Classic Experiences
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...
Dambulla Cave Temples, Dambulla
Beautiful and decorative cave temples hidden into rocks and ccaves at Dambulla
Minneriya National Park, Sigiriya
Jeep safari for elephant spotting around Minneriya Lake and surrounding National Park
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Kandy
A rare chance to get up close to Sri Lanka's Elephants
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka's third ancient captal, home to some of the finest stone carvings and monuments
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Sigiriya
One of the unofficial wonders of the world - a spectacular, must-visit ancient site full of mystery and intrigue