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Classic Sri Lanka Highlights

A collection of beautiful boutique retreats offering fantastic Sri Lankan hospitality.
Duration: 11 days
Location: Sri Lanka
Highlights: Boutique retreats, Sigiriya Rock and Bentota Beach
Price: £2,298pp
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collection of beautiful boutique retreats offering fantastic Sri Lankan hospitality, this 11 day private tour will allow you to enjoy the iconic highlights of the Dambulla Cave Temples, Sigiriya Rock and Kandy, whilst also allowing you to get under the skin of the country with cooking classes, bike rides to local temples, local markets visits, tea picking and even driving a tuk-tuk around the farm!

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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: Negombo
On arrival you will be met by your driver/guide and transferred in your private vehicle a short distance towards Negombo where you will spend 1 night at the Wallawwa, a stunning boutique retreat which is a fantastic start to any Sri Lanka holiday with its beautiful grounds, relaxed atmosphere, lovely little spa and excellent Asian-fusion cuisine.

Days 3: Negombo to Cultural Triangle
Today your adventure really starts as you head into the Cultural Triangle region of the country to explore the incredible Dambulla Cave Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest temple cave complex in Sri Lanka. 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.

You will then head for 2 nights at Jim’s Farm Villa, an independently owned eco-retreat on a large coconut and spice plantation that offers beautiful surroundings, friendly service and a great selection of activities – we particularly love the cooking classes with the farm chef and cycling to the nearby local temples.

Day 4: Cultural Triangle
This morning you will be collected by your guide and driven to the iconic Rock Fortress of Sigiriya. Definitely a great opportunity to burn off that lovely breakfast at Jim’s Farm you will 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 Jim’s Farm Villa for a well-earned relax by the pool or you may want to explore the local surroundings on foot or bike.  Want to stay an extra day or two in the Cultural Triangle & see Polonnaruwa or Anuradhapura? Contact us on 01273 923100 to design a holiday tailored to you or to get more ideas.

Day 5: Cultural Triangle to Kandy
This morning you will be driven south to the scenic city of Kandy, heading to the UNESCO Temple of the Tooth and Royal Palace where you will enjoy a guided tour and walk by Kandy Lake. With its central location you will spend 2 nights at The Secret Kandy a former governor’s residence and now a beautiful 5 room boutique guesthouse offering first class service and delicious food.

Day 6: Kandy
This morning your guide will collect you for a tour of Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens. You will then return to your hotel for a relaxing afternoon or you can explore Kandy under your steam and simply get a tuk-tuk back to the house.

Day 7: Kandy to Galle
A longer drive today you will see you heading to the southwest of the island where you will spend a relaxing 3 nights at Niyagama House, a friendly owner run plantation retreat on a working tea estate with wonderful views, beautiful surroundings and a complete focus on relaxation.

Day 8 & 9: Galle
Two full days to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Elke the owner will ensure you have a great stay and activities on the estate include cooking classes, tea picking & tasting, nature walks, guided bike tours and tours to Galle Fort only 25 minutes away. Elke, a trained yoga teacher, also offers a number of yoga and meditation courses.

Days 10: Galle to Bentota Beach
This morning you be transferred north to Bentota Beach to end with 2 nights at Rock Villa, a 170 year old heritage house which has been transferred by its owner, the famous Sri Lankan designer Taru, into a stylish beach retreat with beautiful gardens, lots of hammocks and only 60 metres from the beach. Or add-on a few more nights at the beach – call us to tailor this holiday to you & your budget and to receive a quote based on your travel dates.

Day 11: Bentota Beach
A final day to relax. Bentota beach offer lots of water-sports if you are feeling active but for this final day you may want to relax by the pool with a good book.

Day 12: 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.

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

Dambulla Cave Temples

Toque macaques at Dambulla Cave Temples

Jim's Farm Villas Dambulla

Pool at Jim’s Farm Villas

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Kandy

Rock Villa Pool

Bentota Beach

 

 

This Sri Lanka holiday idea costs from £2,298pp and includes – International flights (price based on London), all accommodation on a sharing basis, 10 nights B&B, a private vehicle with driver/guide for 6 days, all entrance fees in the cultural triangle (as outlined above) and all transfers.

Now let’s make this holiday yours
Want to include some time in Colombo? Add some more nights on the beach? 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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Our Specialists

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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