Scenic Sri Lanka Family Journey

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your English-speaking chauffeur-guide for a private transfer to Negombo. Settle into your hotel and relax after your flight, with time to enjoy the beach, explore the lagoon surroundings or simply unwind. This relaxed coastal introduction is ideal for families beginning their Sri Lanka holiday.

Travel from Negombo to Kandy via the central region, stopping at a spice garden to discover Sri Lanka’s aromatic spices and traditional Ayurvedic practices. In Kandy, visit the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the country’s most important Buddhist sites. Later, enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance featuring drumming and fire walking. This rewarding day introduces your family to Sri Lanka’s spiritual heritage and living traditions.

Leave Kandy behind and travel through Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country towards Nuwara Eliya, passing lush tea plantations and waterfalls along the way. Visit a tea factory and plantation to learn about the production of world-famous Ceylon tea. Continue to Gregory Lake and Victoria Park before exploring the colonial character of Nuwara Eliya, often called “Little England”. The cooler climate, green landscapes and historic architecture offer a refreshing change from the coast. -

Board the train at Nanu Oya for a scenic journey to Ella, travelling through rolling tea estates, misty mountains, tunnels and picturesque villages. This celebrated Sri Lankan railway experience offers a memorable way to appreciate the island’s highland scenery. On arrival in Ella, visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, renowned for its elegant stone arches framed by tropical greenery. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this popular hill-country destination before checking in to your hotel.

Spend the day discovering Ella, a scenic highland town surrounded by green mountains, tea plantations and valleys. Visit Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views across the Ella countryside, with time to enjoy the destination’s laid-back atmosphere and local cafés. You may also visit Ravana Falls, one of the best-known waterfalls in the region. With opportunities to appreciate the landscape at a comfortable pace, Ella offers an appealing blend of nature and relaxation for families.

Leave Ella’s cool mountain scenery behind and travel towards Sri Lanka’s southern coast, passing changing landscapes on the way to Galle. After checking in to your hotel, explore the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its colonial architecture, atmospheric lanes, boutique shops and ocean-facing ramparts. The contrast between the hill country and the southern coastline adds variety to your family holiday, combining heritage, coastal scenery and time to relax.

Enjoy a leisurely day exploring Galle and the surrounding southern coast. Discover local markets, admire coastal scenery and spend time by the Indian Ocean at nearby beaches. Depending on your preferences, explore nearby coastal towns and enjoy the relaxed rhythm of southern Sri Lankan life. With a flexible pace and time to appreciate the coastline, this day provides a welcome opportunity for families to enjoy the region beyond its historic landmarks.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your private transfer from Galle to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight. The journey brings your eight-day Sri Lanka family holiday to a close, with memories of Kandy’s cultural heritage, Nuwara Eliya’s tea plantations, Ella’s mountain scenery and the historic charm of Galle. Your chauffeur-guide will assist with the departure transfer according to your travel arrangements.