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Amble along Negombo’s Canals

Bite-sized trip
  • Itinerary:
    Negombo
  • Duration:
    3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
  • Price:
    From £188 per person (excluding flights)
Located on the palm-fringed west coast of Sri Lanka lies Negombo. This modest beach town is situated close to the airport, making it an ideal spot to acclimatise after your long flight. Here you can soak up the sights and sounds of the town, explore the fascinating colonial history, wander through the vibrant bazaar and watch the fishermen bring in their morning catch at the market. You’ll stay in a charming villa with a pool, surrounded by tropical greenery.

Day 1 – Arrival in Negombo

Located just 20 minutes drive from the airport in Colombo, Negombo is the perfect place to kick-start your Sri Lanka holiday. You’ll hop into your private car with your driver who will whisk you straight to your villa in Negombo. Your villa has an elegant and atmospheric feel to it, decorated with an eye for detail.

The activities for the rest of the day are for you to decide; put your feet up with a book, take a dip in the pool or soak up the sun and tropical greenery around you. Your villa is within walking distance of the beach and local restaurants, so you could take a gentle stroll or hop in a tuk-tuk to explore the town – it’s completely up to you.

Day 2 – Sightseeing

After breakfast today you’ll get acquainted with the city of Negombo and its intriguing colonial past on a boat trip of the lagoon. You’ll get the chance to visit the famous Dutch canals, as well as the local fish market, where your senses will come alive as you wander through the vibrant market stalls.

Day 3 – Departure

After you’ve packed your bags and grabbed some breakfast, you’ll find your private driver ready and waiting to take you to your next stop.

From here, you can go and climb the mighty Sigiriya rock and spot wildlife on a jeep safari, or perhaps enjoy a homestay experience, where you’ll learn to cook up a storm with a local family.

Accommodation

Sri Lanka Negombo accommodation
Sri Lanka Negombo accommodation

For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

1Option

Amble along Negombo's Canals - In Style

  • Price:
    From £315 per person (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    In Style accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

For this bite-sized trip we have an alternative option available for your accommodation. Our In Style version is a comfortable beachfront resort that overlooks the ocean.  You can enjoy those ocean views from the sun lounger by the large pool, dip your toes in the warm salty water or go for a sunset stroll along the shore. If you would like to upgrade your accommodation for this bite-sized trip select our In Style option below.

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