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Sri Lanka Holidays

Echoes of Paradise

An 9-Day Journey Through Sri Lanka’s Heart

Unhurried days, heritage-rich journeys and hand-picked boutique stays combine for a refined twelve-day escape through Sri Lanka’s temples, tea hills and coast.


What’s Included

  • 8 nights’ accommodation in 5★ hotels as mentioned above.
  • Daily breakfast.
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • Bottled water during transfers and sightseeing.
  • All government taxes and service charges.

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees and optional excursions.
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned.
  • Personal expenses, insurance, and gratuities.

Why Choose This Tour

  • For Food Lovers – Market tours in Jaffna and Colombo with authentic Sri Lankan cuisine.
  • For Culture Seekers – Private guides through the Cultural Triangle’s ancient cities.
  • For Slow-Luxury Travellers – Boutique stays and leisurely journeys with a personal chauffeur.
  • For Romantic Getaways – Add a Maldives extension for the perfect culinary honeymoon.
Shri Lanka Welcome to Sri Lanka — the tropical island of timeless charm! Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by your personal chauffeur guide for a comfortable journey to Habarana, set amidst lush greenery and shimmering lakes in the island’s Cultural Triangle.

Check in to your luxurious chalet at Cinnamon Lodge, an eco-luxury retreat nestled among 27 acres of forest. Spend the rest of the day at leisure — unwind by the pool, take a nature walk, or enjoy a private dinner under the stars beside the lake.

Transfer Time: Approx. 4.5 hours from airport.

Accommodation: Cinnamon Lodge Habarana – Superior Room – Bed & Breakfast Basis
Shri Lanka After breakfast, explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site and once the medieval capital of Sri Lanka. Wander through centuries-old temples, palaces, and statues including the majestic Gal Vihara rock sculptures.

In the afternoon, visit Minneriya National Park for an exciting jeep safari. Witness large herds of elephants as they gather near the lake, along with spotted deer, monkeys, and exotic birdlife.

Return to your hotel and relax for the evening.

Optional:
Village Experience at Hiriwadunna with catamaran ride and traditional lunch.
Spa treatment at Azmaara Spa.

Transfer Times: Habarana–Polonnaruwa ~1.5 hrs each way | Hotel–Minneriya ~25 mins
Shri Lanka After breakfast, transfer to Sigiriya, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic destinations.

In the afternoon, visit the breathtaking Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an architectural marvel built atop a 200-metre rock plateau by King Kashyapa in the 5th century. Climb to the summit to discover the remains of an ancient palace, frescoes, and water gardens, rewarded by panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Later, unwind at your luxurious villa at Water Garden Sigiriya, set amidst lotus ponds and waterways designed by renowned architect Channa Daswatte.

Transfer Time: Approx. 45 minutes.

Accommodation: Water Garden Sigiriya – Duplex Villa – Bed & Breakfast Basis
Shri Lanka After a leisurely breakfast, spend your day exploring more of the Cultural Triangle. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a vast rock temple complex filled with golden Buddha statues and colourful frescoes dating back over 2,000 years.

Return to your hotel to relax by the pool or enjoy the property’s scenic cycling trails.

Optional:
Loris Night Trail within the property, guided by a resident naturalist.
Cooking demonstration with Sri Lankan culinary experts.
Shri Lanka Depart Sigiriya after breakfast and travel through the hill country to the sacred city of Kandy, the final royal capital of Sri Lanka. Upon arrival, check into Earl’s Regency, a luxury resort overlooking the Mahaweli River and surrounded by misty hills.

Later, visit the world-famous Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses the most revered relic of Lord Buddha. In the evening, attend a Kandyan Cultural Dance Show before returning to the hotel for a relaxed dinner.

Transfer Time: Approx. 2.5 hours.

Accommodation: Earl’s Regency – Deluxe Room – Bed & Breakfast Basis
Shri Lanka
After breakfast, board a scenic train journey from Kandy to Nanu Oya (subject to availability). This picturesque ride winds through rolling tea plantations, pine forests, and cascading waterfalls.

Your chauffeur will meet you at Nanu Oya station and drive you to Nuwara Eliya, affectionately called “Little England.”

Check into the historic Grand Hotel, a colonial masterpiece dating back to the British era. Spend your afternoon visiting Gregory Lake or a nearby tea factory to learn about Ceylon tea production from leaf to cup.

Transfer Time: Approx. 4 hours (by train and car).

Accommodation: The Grand Hotel – Deluxe Room – Bed & Breakfast Basis
Shri Lanka
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and explore Nuwara Eliya at your own pace. Visit the Hakgala Botanical Gardens, stroll through the charming town centre, or enjoy a round of golf at one of Asia’s oldest golf clubs.

Alternatively, relax at your hotel’s colonial tea lounge or indulge in an afternoon high tea on the terrace overlooking the manicured gardens.

Optional:
Tea Tasting Masterclass at Pedro Estate.
Horse riding near Gregory Lake.
Shri Lanka
After breakfast, begin your journey south to the coastal gem of Galle, famed for its UNESCO-listed fort and colonial charm.

On arrival, check into The Fortress Resort & Spa, an elegant 5★ beachfront retreat inspired by the Dutch fort architecture. Spend your afternoon at leisure by the infinity pool or take a stroll along the golden sands of Koggala Beach.

Transfer Time: Approx. 5.5–6 hours (via southern expressway).

Accommodation: The Fortress Resort & Spa – Fortress Room – Bed & Breakfast Basis

Optional:
• Visit the Galle Fort for a heritage walk through cobbled streets, art galleries, and boutiques.
• Stop en route at Turtle Hatchery, Hikkaduwa or Madu River for a boat safari through mangroves.
Shri Lanka
After breakfast, your chauffeur will transfer you to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward flight.

Bid farewell to the island with fond memories of its warmth, nature, and hospitality.

Transfer Time: Approx. 2.5–3 hours (via expressway).

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Echoes of Paradise

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