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Boutique Sri Lanka in Style

A perfect mix of boutique hotels offering top notch hospitality and a great selection of local activities.
Duration: 12 days
Location: Sri Lanka
Highlights: Polonnaruwa cycling, Sigiriya, tea country and Galle
Price: £2,937pp
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perfect ingredients for an unforgettable journey through Sri Lanka, this 12 day private highlights tour stays in a combination of beautiful boutique hotels all offering top notch hospitality and a great selection of local activities as you travel through the Cultural Triangle, Kandy and Tea Country to the stunning south west coast of Galle.

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This is just one idea. We have lots more up our sleeve. So let’s talk Sri Lanka, call 01273 923100 now. Or if you are worried the boss will be listening in, drop us an email, holidays@sundownerholidays.co.uk

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: UK to Colombo
Fly overnight from the UK to Colombo.

Day 2: Colombo to Kigalle
On arrival you will be met by your driver/guide and transferred in your private vehicle 2 hours east to spend 2 nights at the Rosyth Estate, a family owned tea and rubber estate with a beautifully refurbished 7 bedroom planters bungalow set on a hill with stunning views of the surrounding plantations. Spend the afternoon exploring the estate or relaxing by the pool.

Days 3: Kigalle
This morning you will be collected by your guide and transferred 30mins to the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage to enjoy the famous elephant river bathing.

You will then return to Rosyth to enjoy the great selection of activities – we definitely recommend a tour of the tea factory and a walk to the local village and temple. Remember, this is just a starting point idea to give you a flavour of what we can do. All our holidays are designed for each individual. Contact us on 01273 923100 to start designing yours.

Day 4: Kigalle to Cultural Triangle
Setting off this morning you will head into the heart of the Cultural Triangle, starting with a guided cycling tour of the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa. A UNESCO World Heritage site it was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993 and contains some incredible well-preserved stupas, temples and Buddha statues.

Heading towards Sigiriya you will spend 2 nights at Vil Uyana, a beautiful eco hotel with a selection of luxurious “dwellings” spread out amongst its own nature reserve with views of Sigiriya Rock – we particularly love the stylish sundowner lounge and tucking into a delicious Sri Lankan curry on the deck of your private dwelling!

Day 5: Cultural Triangle
This morning you will be collected by your guide and driven to the iconic Rock Fortress of Sigiriya to enjoy a guided tour of this fascinating UNESCO complex and a hike to the top to enjoy the stunning scenery. You will then return to Vil Uyana for a well-earned relax by the pool. Want to stay an extra day or two in the Cultural Triangle & see Anuradhapura? Contact us on 01273 923100 to design a holiday tailored to you or to get more ideas.

Day 6: Cultural Triangle to Kandy
Today you will head to the incredible Dambulla Cave Temples, another of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage sites and the largest temple cave complex in Sri Lanka.

You will then continue south to Kandy to spend 2 nights at the Elephant Stables, a chic boutique guesthouse with amazing views over the surrounding mountains, an incredible pool and a very cool tented suite which is huge!

Day 7: Kandy
Today you will enjoy a guided tour of Kandy, starting with the UNESCO Temple of the Tooth and Royal Palace, followed by a walk around Kandy Lake. You will then continue to the Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens which contains over 4000 species of plant.

Day 8: Kandy to Tea Country
Today will be driven 7km south of Kandy to Station where you will board the train south through the stunning tea plantations and many local villages to the hill station of Nuwara Eliya where you will spend 2 nights at Warwick Gardens, a 5 bedroom colonial country mansion with commanding views of the surrounding tea plantations.

Day 9: Tea Country
Full day to explore this beautiful region with your guide and vehicle at your disposal. No trip is complete to this region without a visit to a tea factory and if you are feeling active we definitely recommend a nature hike in the Horton Plains National Park to the “Worlds End”!

Days 10: Tea Country to Galle
A long but beautiful drive today will take you from the heart of the Tea Country to the south west of the island where you will end your holiday with 3 nights at the relaxing Why House, a country retreat set in beautiful surroundings with first class hospitality, wonderful food and a great location only minutes from the beaches of Galle.

Day 11 & 12: Galle
Two days to relax and explore. During your stay you can head by tuk-tuk to the beautiful Galle beaches, take a guided bike ride, enjoy a cooking class, explore Galle Fort or simply relax and enjoy Why House. There are plenty of wonderful things to do in or around Galle. Talk to us about the different options.

Day 13: Colombo to UK
Following a final breakfast in the fort you will be transferred north to Colombo Airport for your flight back to the UK. Or add-on a few nights at the beach for a relaxing end to your holiday.

Welcome Home..(it may take a while to get back into the routine!)

Pinnawala Elephant bathing!

Vil Uyana, Sigiriya

Polonnaruwa Buddha statues

Sunset at the Elephant Stables

Sunset at the Elephant Stables

Tea country train

Stunning tea country!

Why House

Galle Fort

 

This Sri Lanka holiday idea costs from £2,937pp and includes – International flights (price based on London), all accommodation on a sharing basis, 11 nights B&B, a private vehicle with driver/guide for 8 days, all entrance fees in the cultural triangle (as outlined above), train tickets and all transfers.

Now let’s make this holiday yours
Add some time on the beach? Want to include a leopard safari? Maybe combine with the Maldives? Let us do the work. Call 01273 923100 now or complete an enquiry form. 

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The latest word on the street about Sundowner’s Sri Lanka holidays:

We had 12 nights in Sri Lanka which we organised through Sundowner – it was excellent! Sundowner added real value with their recommendations on the travel and in particular their recommended accommodation. We were nervous about having our own local driver but in fact he was very good and it suited us as independent travellers who like to set our own agenda.

Chris Farrance Sri Lanka

Our trips all worked incredibly well – we were the first up Sigiriya in the morning – thus avoiding the heat, something you had recommended. We had a great train journey, saw a bear, leopard and about 20 elephants on the safari (definitely needed a whole day) in addition to visiting a large numbers of stupas, temples, a herbal centre, tea plantation, botanical garden etc.

Sarah Lyle Sri Lanka

Brilliant work creating our itinerary. Thoroughly enjoyable and varied. Super country and people. Would definitely return to Sri Lanka.

The Fox Family Sri Lanka

A gem of a country to visit with great charm and variety enhanced by a fantastic driver/guide. We loved every part of the trip for different reasons since the itinerary combined culture, history, wildlife and beach. Thank you for your recommendations and brilliant organisation.

Jane Lind Sri Lanka

 

 

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Name : Chelsie Garcia-Sierra

“I find that when travelling, I take on so many more challenges and do things I would never normally do, it makes me a bolder and braver person. I love making memories I will always treasure”

Name : Liam Kirkdale

“I love the freedom that travel brings, learning about the area, spending time with local people and exploring completely new places.”

Name : Lucy Francis

“Going away feeds my soul, I love finding places that make me want to stop for a moment and breathe it all in. It’s about creating memories that stand out in my mind, an escape from routine.”

Name : Clare Turner

“I love to travel so I can turn my imagination into reality, instead of thinking about how places might be, I want to see them as they truly are.”

Name : Victoria Pullar
Holidays allow me to re-balance myself, see the bigger picture and realise how lucky I am.
Name : Neil Cook
"I like to get into the depths of each country, wander around less-travelled towns, squash on to a local bus, breathe the whole country in."
Name : James O'Farrell
"For me, holidays are about experiences that broaden my mind mixed with relaxation by being in the perfect surroundings."

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    Lovely people, memorable experiences. A great mix of physical exertion, exploring other cultures & finally relaxing in luxury. You designed this perfectly for all our family - no mean feat!
    The Belkin Family Nepal
    Best and most well organised trip ever been on. Every tour guide was superb! Incredible hotels and incredible staff. Guides and drivers at all the hotels were beyond expectation. We will be in touch for our next trip!
    Mr & Mrs Clare India
    Excellent holiday in every respect. Absolutely stunning safari location - great views over river. Didn't want for anything. Guide Chris was fantastic and fun to be around. Delicious food and staff even made us a happy honeymoon cake!  
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