Sri Lanka Itineraries
Choose from our ready-made holidays
Discover your dream Sri Lanka itinerary. We’ve created a range of inspiring ready-made itineraries which include travel, small-scale accommodation and a selection of local experiences, all fully flexible to suit your needs.
If you’d like to get creative then take a look at our bite-sized trips which can be combined to build your own ideal holiday.
Not sure where to start? No problem, just get in touch and we’ll talk you through the options.
Ready-made itineraries Sri Lanka
If you’re looking for a Sri Lanka getaway in the next 6 weeks this last minute trip is for you! It includes all the highlights of Sri Lanka: culture, beautiful scenery, wildlife experiences and beach time. The itinerary is fixed, with no additions or amendments possible. Book now to guarantee availability.
If you’re looking for a Sri Lanka getaway in the next 6 weeks this last minute trip is for you! It includes all the highlights of Sri Lanka: culture, beautiful scenery, wildlife experiences and beach time. The itinerary is fixed, with no additions or amendments possible. Book now to guarantee availability.
Our Taste of Sri Lanka trip takes you on a whirlwind introduction to the cultural and natural highlights of this beautiful island. You’ll explore an ancient city and endless green tea hills, spot animals in the wild and relax on a tropical beach. It’s a short, jam-packed trip, that can easily be extended if you have more time to spare.
Our Taste of Sri Lanka trip takes you on a whirlwind introduction to the cultural and natural highlights of this beautiful island. You’ll explore an ancient city and endless green tea hills, spot animals in the wild and relax on a tropical beach. It’s a short, jam-packed trip, that can easily be extended if you have more time to spare.
Experience Sri Lanka without the crowds and tourist hot-spots. We have combined the country’s best-kept secrets to wow you on the journey across the teardrop island. Immerse yourself in the rich ancient culture, take a peek into local life, unwind in the emerald tea hills and spot amazing wildlife along the way! You will leave the tourist trails behind and feel like a real explorer.
Experience Sri Lanka without the crowds and tourist hot-spots. We have combined the country’s best-kept secrets to wow you on the journey across the teardrop island. Immerse yourself in the rich ancient culture, take a peek into local life, unwind in the emerald tea hills and spot amazing wildlife along the way! You will leave the tourist trails behind and feel like a real explorer.
Sri Lanka is blessed with natural beauty, which you will discover on this two week trip. The itinerary combines well-known sights such as the tea fields of Nuwara Eliya, with less visited areas including the hills of Haputale and the less developed beach of Tangalle. You’ll watch the sunrise from the summit of Adam’s Peak and fall asleep to the sounds of nature in Yala National Park.
Sri Lanka is blessed with natural beauty, which you will discover on this two week trip. The itinerary combines well-known sights such as the tea fields of Nuwara Eliya, with less visited areas including the hills of Haputale and the less developed beach of Tangalle. You’ll watch the sunrise from the summit of Adam’s Peak and fall asleep to the sounds of nature in Yala National Park.
Immerse yourself in the untamed world of Sri Lanka’s wildlife during this 2-week trip. We have selected all the must-see spots for nature lovers to enjoy the island’s diverse flora and fauna and mixed them up with some cultural highlights to make your experience complete. Keep your eyes peeled for wild elephant, blue whales, leopard and more.
Immerse yourself in the untamed world of Sri Lanka’s wildlife during this 2-week trip. We have selected all the must-see spots for nature lovers to enjoy the island’s diverse flora and fauna and mixed them up with some cultural highlights to make your experience complete. Keep your eyes peeled for wild elephant, blue whales, leopard and more.
Sri Lanka is well-known for its elephants, beaches and emerald fields, and this trip is all about discovering these highlights. You’ll encounter elephants in Minneriya & Udawalawe, hike the stunning green landscapes of Ella, and put your feet in the sands of Arugam Bay & Negombo. We’ve included the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa and colonial city of Galle for a splash of culture and history.
Sri Lanka is well-known for its elephants, beaches and emerald fields, and this trip is all about discovering these highlights. You’ll encounter elephants in Minneriya & Udawalawe, hike the stunning green landscapes of Ella, and put your feet in the sands of Arugam Bay & Negombo. We’ve included the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa and colonial city of Galle for a splash of culture and history.
This ‘In Style’ Sri Lanka and Maldives itinerary is perfect for a special occasion. You’ll tick off some of Sri Lanka’s highlights, travelling with a private car and driver, and staying in deluxe boutique properties. Then you’ll take a short flight to the Maldives for four nights R&R in a beautiful, eco-resort.
This ‘In Style’ Sri Lanka and Maldives itinerary is perfect for a special occasion. You’ll tick off some of Sri Lanka’s highlights, travelling with a private car and driver, and staying in deluxe boutique properties. Then you’ll take a short flight to the Maldives for four nights R&R in a beautiful, eco-resort.
This itinerary encompasses all the highlights of both India and Sri Lanka. You’ll begin in Delhi and head west to Rajasthan, the land of palaces, forts, Maharajahs and romantic cities. Of course, you’ll also be stopping to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise before you leave India. But then it’s time to head south to the teardrop island.
This itinerary encompasses all the highlights of both India and Sri Lanka. You’ll begin in Delhi and head west to Rajasthan, the land of palaces, forts, Maharajahs and romantic cities. Of course, you’ll also be stopping to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise before you leave India. But then it’s time to head south to the teardrop island.
Frequently asked questions about Sri Lanka
The best time to visit Sri Lanka is between December and mid-April, however, it’s important to be aware of the monsoon seasons and local microclimates that can impact your holiday. Generally Sri Lanka is a great destination year-round but it depends on which areas of Sri Lanka you decide to visit. The east coast is best visited between May–September, as well as seeing elephants in Minneriya. For whale-watching in the south and east, December – September is ideal. Read more about the best time to travel to Sri Lanka here.
The time in Sri Lanka is 5.5 hours ahead of the UK (GMT+5:30) during the winter and 4.5 hours ahead in the summer (GMT+4:30). There is no daylight savings in Sri Lanka, so they stay on the same time year round.
Most flights to Sri Lanka are indirect (to Colombo) and take around 13-16 hours, depending on the length of your layover. Whilst there are direct flights, these are extremely limited and can be much more expensive, so indirect is generally what to expect for your Sri Lanka holiday.
If you have a British passport you will need a visa to visit Sri Lanka. You can apply for a ‘Electronic Travel Authorisation’ (ETA) online which allows you to stay in Sri Lanka for up to 30 days. If you wish to stay longer than 30 days, you will need to contact the Immigration department. For the most up to date information, make sure you check the gov.uk foreign travel advice page.
Sri Lanka has two official languages: Sinhala and Tamil. Sinhala is spoken by the majority of people, while Tamil is mainly used by the Tamil minority in the north and east of the country. English is widely spoken as a second language and you will find most people in the cities and within the tourism industry speak English.
The capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, often called Kotte. Located near Colombo, Kotte serves as the country’s political centre and home to the national parliament. Colombo, where you will start your journey, is often mistakenly referred to as the capital, as its the country’s economical and cultural hub.
Speak to our Sri Lanka specialist, David
“There’s nowhere like Sri Lanka. Having travelled all over the country, it wasn’t long before I fell completely in love with its beaches, tea hills, wild rainforest and national parks. Oh, and did I mention the spicy curries? They knocked my socks off!”
