Sample itinerary
Wild & wonderful
Route: Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, South coast
Sample itinerary
The family adventure
A gently paced mix of rock fortresses, tea country, elephant country and the beach.
Overview
Designed with shorter travel days and plenty of variety in mind. Explore the Cultural Triangle and Kandy, cool off in tea country, look for elephants on safari around Udawalawe, then end with beach days on the south coast. Every stop can be adjusted to the ages and interests of your family.
Good for: Families · Multi-generation groups
Your route
Day by day
Day 1Arrive
Arrive near Negombo and settle in.
Day 2–3Sigiriya
Two nights in the Cultural Triangle, with time to climb Sigiriya (or the gentler Pidurangala) and explore by bike or on foot.
Day 4–5Kandy
Temples, the lake and the botanical gardens.
Day 6Tea country
Visit a tea factory and enjoy the cooler climate.
Day 7To Udawalawe
Descend from the hills to the plains around Udawalawe National Park.
Day 8Safari morning
A game drive in a park well known for its elephants, and a visit to the Elephant Transit Home at feeding time.
Day 9–10South coast
Beach days, with an optional trip to Galle Fort.
Day 11Departure
Transfer to the airport.
Travel times are approximate and depend on traffic, weather and stops.
Inclusions and exclusions
What’s included?
Accommodation, transport, activities and prices are not fixed on this page. Your personalised proposal will list exactly what is and isn’t included before anything is booked.
