The Ultimate Sri Lanka Summer Holiday
13N~14D | Nature & UNESCO Heritage
$ 1985 per person | twin-sharing
The Tour :
Experience the perfect blend of Sri Lanka’s highland beauty and its man-made UNESCO marvels on this unforgettable journey. Trek through the lush Sinharaja Rain Forest, hike the dramatic cliffs of Horton Plains with breathtaking views of World’s End and Baker’s Falls, enjoy a scenic train ride across rolling tea plantations, and take a walk up to Lipton’s Seat. Relax with a beach break in Pasikudah on the east coast and conclude with a thrilling scenic seaplane transfer back to the west coast an ideal way to experience a truly memorable Sri Lanka summer holiday.
When to go :
he best time for this tour is March through October, making it suitable for a Sri Lanka summer holiday. The program is generally feasible year-round, except for the rainy month of November. The ideal season for Pasikudah Beach is between April and October. If you plan this trip outside the summer months, Pasikudah can be substituted with a sunny southern beach such as Bentota, Hikkaduwa, or Mirissa to ensure perfect beach conditions.
Best For :
Ideal for eco-travelers, nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and families with school-aged children, this tour is perfect for anyone eager to explore a lot in a short period an ideal choice for a Sri Lanka summer holiday. The itinerary is dynamic, with limited time spent at each hotel or town, allowing you to experience diverse landscapes and activities. Toddler-free families and physically fit senior citizens will particularly enjoy this program, as several excursions involve climbing boulders, heights, or trekking 7–9 km.
Strenuousness :
Wheelchair Accessibility :
Highlights:
- Nature trail in Sinharaja Rainforest - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Tea Plantations of Nuwara Eliya
- Lipton's Seat - Sir Thomas Lipton's lookout point
- Scenic Sea Plane transfer from East coast to West coast
- Sigiriya Rock - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Beach break in Pasikudah
- Sightseeing in Kandy - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Hike in Horton Plains - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
- Scenic Train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy
- Ruins of Polonnaruwa - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Colombo city tour
- Dutch Fort of Galle - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Dambulla cave temple - UNESCO World Heritage Site
Includes:
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- Meals at Rainforest Eco Lodge - Dinner & Breakfast
- Private transport
- English-speaking chauffeur-guide
- Entrance tickets to mentioned sites
- Separate van transfer to the entrance of Horton Plains
- 01 Nature Trek in Sinharaja Rainforest
- Pasikudah to Batticaloa - separate transport by Pasikudah hotel
- Batticaloa to Katunayake air taxi
- All mentioned activities
Itinerary
Day 01
- Transfer & Check-in: Arrive in Colombo and transfer to NH Collection Colombo.
- Colombo City Tour:
- Explore the vividly colorful Gangarama Temple, adorned with intricate artifacts.
- Visit the Colombo National Museum, showcasing the island’s rich cultural heritage.
- See the man-eater of Punani at the National Museum of Natural History, a fascinating highlight of your Sri Lanka summer holiday.
- Evening: Relax at the hotel or take a leisurely stroll around nearby areas.
Accommodation : NH Collection Colombo
Day 02
Accommodation : Yara Galle Fort in Galle
Day 03
- Transfer & Check-in: Travel to Deniyaya, staying at Rainforest Eco Lodge, perched on a tea plantation near the Sinharaja Rain Forest an ideal stop on your Sri Lanka summer holiday.
- Afternoon Activity: Choose the 2.5-hour Waterfall Trail starting at 3 PM for a scenic introduction to the rainforest.
- Evening Option: Take the 1-hour Night Trail at 6 PM a unique experience highlighting the forest’s nocturnal ambiance rather than spotting wildlife.
- Next Morning Option: Embark on the 3-hour Main Nature Trail at 10 AM to explore deeper into the Sinharaja Rain Forest, a must-visit on any Sri Lanka summer holiday.
Accommodation : Rainforest Eco Lodge in Deniyaya
Day 04
Accommodation : Centauria Wild in Udawalawe
Day 05
- Morning Visit: Head to Lipton’s Seat, a scenic vantage point in Haputale’s tea plantations, once used by tea mogul Sir Thomas Lipton to survey his estates a highlight of your Sri Lanka summer holiday.
- Transfer to Nuwara Eliya: Continue to the hill country resort town of Nuwara Eliya, situated at 1800 m above sea level.
- Afternoon Activities:
- Enjoy a city tour of Nuwara Eliya, taking in the colonial charm and serene landscapes.
- Visit a tea factory to see the production process and purchase fresh factory tea.
Accommodation : Araliya Green Hills in Nuwara Eliya
Day 06
Accommodation : Araliya Green Hills in Nuwara Eliya
Day 07
- Morning Train Ride: Board a scenic train to Peradeniya, enjoying sweeping views of lush tea plantations, cascading waterfalls, reservoirs, and numerous tunnels a memorable part of your Sri Lanka summer holiday.
- Transfer to Kandy: From Peradeniya, travel by road to your hotel in Kandy.
- Afternoon City Tour:
- Drive along the Upper Lake Drive for panoramic city views.
- Take a stroll around the man-made Kandy Lake.
- Browse local gift stores for unique souvenirs.
- Evening Experience: Attend a traditional Kandyan Cultural Show, followed by a visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
Accommodation : The Golden Crown in Kandy
Day 08
Accommodation : Sigiriana Resort in Dambulla
Day 09
Accommodation : Amaya Beach in Pasikudah
Days 10 - 12
Accommodation : Amaya Beach in Pasikudah
Day 13
- Afternoon Transfer: Head to the Lady Manning Drive water aerodrome in Batticaloa.
- Air Taxi Experience: Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Sri Lanka as you fly back to the west coast a unique highlight of your Sri Lanka summer holiday.
- Hotel Transfer: Arrive at Goldi Sands Hotel in Negombo, just 20 minutes from the airport.
- Evening at Leisure: Relax and enjoy the hotel facilities or take a stroll along the beachfront.
Accommodation : Goldi Sands in Negombo
Day 14
- Noon Transfer: Be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
- Wrap up your memorable Sri Lanka summer holiday with countless experiences from mountains, cultural sites, tea plantations, and beaches.
Suggested
Accommodation
Cinnamon Lakeside is a premium urban 5-star hotel, nestled on the banks of the Beira Lake in the heart of Colombo. Through the years it has won a number of awards such as the ‘Best Five-Star City Hotel’ and the ‘Best Luxury Hotel’. 08 Restaurants and bars serve food and drinks.
Each room comes with a digital safe, minibar, pillow menu, tea-coffee making facilities complimentary daily newspaper and free Wi-Fi.
The coral gardens of Hikkaduwa, which the hotel can boast as a near-by attraction, is one of the 03 marine national parks of Sri Lanka. But the long sandy beach strip of Hikkaduwa is mostly famous for its vivid nightlife and aquatic sports.
Superior rooms come with private balconies with ocean views, king size beds, shower cubicles, safety deposit box, iron and ironing board, cable TV and free WiFi.
The resort is perched on a previously cultivated tea estate and borders the south-western fringe of the Sinharaja forest reserve. Chalets are architecturally designed using recycled shipping containers, bamboo paneling and railway sleepers.
The Lodge hosts a number of different treks to the forest, including a signature night trail.
The hotel is located in a beautiful spot bordering the Udawalawe Lake and Udawalawe National Park. In-house facilities include a swimming pool, a steam room, Ayurveda spa center, conference hall, gym, kids pool, restaurant and a lounge bar.
Rooms comprise private balconies with views and include cable TV, bathrobes, minibars, hairdryers, safety deposit boxes and free Wi-Fi.
The 130 year old hotel was initially the holiday residence of the then British Governor of Ceylon, when it was first built in 1828. Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka has now declared it a national heritage property.
The hotel features a number of restaurants. Deluxes on the Governors wing overlook the grounds and the hotel premises. Golf wing overlooks the hotel grounds and golf course.
Nestled on the banks of mighty Mahaweli River, the hotel is only a 15 minute drive from Kandy city. Superior rooms come with river view or garden view. A few rooms are wheelchair accessible.
In-room amenities include safety deposit box, cable TV, shower cubicle, iron and drop-down ironing board and free WiFi.
Nestled on the banks of Kandalama Lake, Amaya Lake boasts 101 luxury rooms; 82 Deluxe, 14 Superior, 4 club lodges and 01 suite. Each guest room offers views of well-manicured gardens.
Among the in-house facilities are a dazzling pool, a holistic Spa, tennis, Amaya Lake Bar, an open-air Yoga pavilion, open-air business meeting location and a boat service.
Days begin early and end early here, as you are on the east coast. Pasikudah is popular for shallow turquoise waters and aqua sports.
Superior rooms come with king-size beds with signature Sealy mattresses and feather or gel pillows, rain shower and hand shower, deep soaking tub, satellite TV, digital safe and free WiFi.
The hotel has 71 rooms: 02 sea-view suites, 04 beach cabanas, 06 non sea-view rooms and 59 standard rooms with sea-view with private balconies or terraces.
Among in-house facilities are 24 hour room service, doctor on call, IDD, foreign currency encashment and laundry services.
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