Known as 'The Gem Of The Indian Ocean', Sri Lanka has become a popular boutique destination in recent years, for families, honeymooners and those who want to sample Eastern culture with Indian influence.
Why do people pick Sri Lanka as a holiday destination? Well we love it for its people, its rich and ancient past, its beaches, safaris and the plethora of excellent food.
From climbing Lions Rock in Sigiriya for incredible views of the surrounding countryside, or cycling through vast rice fields, quaint villages and ancient temples, there is something for everyone in Sri Lanka.
Browse our suggested holiday highlights and trip itineraries below, and get in touch for a tailor-made quote for your Sri Lanka holiday in 2021, 2022 or beyond.
Manoj, our Sri Lanka expert.
Tell us more about your Sri Lanka travel plans, and we'll create a tailor-made holiday, just for you.
SOME IDEAS FOR YOUR LUXURY HOLIDAY TO SRI LANKA:
SRI LANKA & THE MALDIVES
15 NIGHTS
FROM £3155.00 per person, incl flights
Colombo/ Kandalama/ Kandy/ Negombo/ The Maldives
Experience the adventure and culture in Sri Lanka along with the relaxing, rejuvenating white sandy beaches and turquoise waters of the Maldives, wrapped in 5-star luxury.
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
18 NIGHTS
FROM £3402.00 per person, incl flights
Colombo/ Anuradhapura/ Kandalama/ Kandy/ Hatton/ Ella/ Tangalle/ Colombo
A unique itinerary, carefully prepared using the experience of many years providing tours around Sri Lanka. This holiday includes most important sites of the island.
HILLS, WILDLIFE & BEACHES
14 NIGHTS
FROM £3402.00 per person, incl flights
Colombo/ Kandy/ Nuwara Eliya/ Yala/ Mirissa/ Bentota
This tour is carefully designed to enjoy colonial trails at a leisurely pace, including part of Sri Lanka's magical train journey between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, allowing you to take in miles of breath-taking tea plantations.
BOUTIQUE SRI LANKA
17 NIGHTS
FROM £3290.00 per person, incl flights
Horathapola/ Anuradhapura/ Kandy/ Hatton/ Weligama
Every hotel you'll be staying in on this tour is carefully handpicked. They are probably the best small luxury hotels in each area. You have the services of a chauffeur driven car to give you that added flexibility to do things at your own pace.
GEMS OF CEYLON & TEA TRAILS
14 NIGHTS
FROM £5292.00 per person, incl flights
Horathapola/ Anuradhapura/ Kandy/ Hatton/ Weligama
Every hotel you'll be staying in on this tour is carefully handpicked. They are probably the best small luxury hotels in each area. You have the services of a chauffeur driven car to give you that added flexibility to do things at your own pace.
Our Hotel Highlights :
Ceylon Tea Trails
Ceylon Tea Trails, Sri Lanka’s first Relais &
Chateaux resort, comprises four luxurious
colonial-era tea-planters’ bungalows –
set at an altitude of 1,250m in the Central
Highlands World Heritage Site. The bungalows
are connected by walking trails through
stunningly beautiful Ceylon tea gardens.
Each of the five bungalows is subtly different,
abounding in character. Built between 1888 and 1950, the bungalows offer a taste of gracious living thanks to period furnishing, gourmet meals and butler services.
Cape Weligama
Just thirty minutes from famous Galle Fort,
Cape Weligama proudly sits atop a singular
promontory rising 40 metres above the
Indian Ocean. Stunning panoramas naturally
complements the 39 private retreats designed
by one of Asia’s most celebrated architects,
Lek Bunnag. The hotel’s choice of dining venues perfectly capture Weligama’s iconic sunsets, as does the 60-meter crescent-shaped infinity pool that appears to flow seamlessly into the turquoise waters.
Interested in one of the Sri Lanka luxury holiday itineraries above, or want to build your own tailor-made trip? Give us a call or fill out our contact form.
Build Your Tailor-Made Sri Lanka Holiday
As well as family holidays and honeymoons, we've also built many different Sri Lanka holiday itineraries for those who want to see the best parts the country has to offer.
Many travellers prefer to experience the culture, history, food and traditions of Sri Lanka in the Cultural Triangle, and combine their trip with a relaxing stay in one of the many luxury beach resorts on the Sri Lanka's West or South coast.
Our travel experts can build a 7-day, 14-day or even longer itinerary to suit your trip length and the type of holiday you want to experience. Have a look at some of the example holiday itineraries we've put together below for previous clients in Sri Lanka.
OUR SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS OF SRI LANKA:
Negombo
Vast sandy beaches, fresh fish caught the same day, and a wide range of hotels to suit all families.
Yala National Park
Hands down the best National Park with the best wildlife in Sri Lanka. A must visit!
Bentota
The best beach in Sri Lanka? You decide. Float down the Bentota river & enjoy acres of wildlife-filled forestry.
Ella
Everyone's favourite mountain location village. A great place to relax and enjoy the surrounding tea plantations.
Habarana
The centre of Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle, this town is the perfect place to explore the best parts of Sri Lanka
Trincomalee
Excellent excursions not yet loudly touted, amazing whale watching spots.
Perfect for:
Adventure, culture, cities, beach, safari, honeymoon, family and wellness
Time difference:
GMT+ 5 hours 30 mins
When to go:
January to April & July to December
International Airports:
Colombo (CMB)
Flight duration:
10.5 hours approx
Vaccinations:
Some are recommended or required by the Centres for Disease Control and the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Tailored Journeys is about helping you explore one of the most fascinating and beautiful regions on earth, in style. Even if – especially if – you don’t know where to start, call us now to talk about creating your own Tailored Journey – and let the dream begin.
