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Back in October, we gave you a sneak peek of what we were up to over the summer. Finally, the wait is over and we're thrilled to reveal our first new holiday hot spot: Sri Lanka!

This month's issue gives you an overview of what makes Sri Lanka quite so special, our recommended itineraries and when to go, but you'll find more information on our website or feel free to contact us to discuss Sri Lanka in more detail.

Ben
Tourdust
SRI LANKA HIGHLIGHTS
RECOMMENDED ITINERARIES
WEATHER AND WHEN TO GO
Sri Lanka

SRI LANKA HIGHLIGHTS

Sri Lanka combines tropical beaches with tea-bush clad hill country, crumbling colonial buildings, national parks teeming with wildlife, stunning ancient fortresses, temples and last but not least, a welcoming culture and great food.
The Cultural Triangle

The Cultural Triangle

Explore the ruins of Sigiriya perched atop a steep rock with incredible views. The Cultural Triangle contains remnants of powerful ancient cities established thousands of years ago by Sri Lanka’s many kings.

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Yala

Yala

Enjoy game drives amidst the wildlife of Yala National Park. Sri Lanka’s most visited national park is home to the country’s greatest diversity of wildlife and possibly the greatest density of leopard anywhere in the world.

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Tea Country

Tea Country

Sri Lanka’s Tea Country boasts mountain streams, bright emerald-green tea plantations and cascading waterfalls. Trek through beautiful tea estates and sleepy rural villages, enjoy picturesque train rides and pay a pilgrimage to Adam’s Peak - one of Sri Lanka’s holiest sites.

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Galle

Galle

In many ways, Galle and its surrounding beaches is the perfect beach destination. The town itself is an atmospheric and historic port with a thriving cultural and food scene and a 17th Century UNESCO World Heritage Fort.  

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Sri Lanka For Families
We think Sri Lanka has all the ingredients for a wonderful family holiday; tropical beaches, ancient temples, beautiful tea plantations and national parks teaming with wildlife. There is something for everyone and it is relatively easy to get around with a private chauffeur guide exclusively for your family.
Sri Lanka

SRI LANKA ITINERARIES

Our recommended itineraries are our favourite ways to explore Sri Lanka. We usually recommend travelling with a chauffeur guide. If you aren't keen on long(ish) drives, then stick to the Southern historical fort of Galle where tea plantations, temples and beaches are all within easy reach. Most, though will look to visit some combination of the Cultural Triangle, Kandy and the Tea Country and the Coast. All trips are tailor-made, so please get in touch and we would be delighted to tailor-made an itinerary just for you.
The Best of Sri Lanka for Families - Luxury

The Best of Sri Lanka for Families - Luxury

A luxurious 15 day guided journey for families presenting the very best of Sri Lanka, with stays in Sri Lanka's finest boutique hotels, colonial retreats and deluxe beachside resorts. Explore sacred sites and ancient treasures within the ‘Cultural Triangle’. Visit the vibrant UNESCO world heritage sites of Kandy and Galle. Enjoy scenic game drives within national parks and explore stunningly picturesque ‘Tea Country’. Savour the golden sands and turquoise waters of the idyllic south coast.

£4,451 pp for 15 days plus flights >>

Relaxed Sri Lanka for Families

Relaxed Sri Lanka for Families


This is one of our favourite recommendations for families in Sri Lanka. Taking the less is more approach, we've designed this itinerary with plenty of time for relaxing and having fun around the pool, we've gone light on the historical sites (which don't always go down so well with everyone in the family!) and focused more on the experience with game drives in Yala National Park, the beautiful Tea Country and atmospheric Galle Fort. Finish off in style with a relaxing stay at a luxury resort on the Tangalle Coast.

£2,079 for 13 days plus flights >>
 
Cultural Sri Lanka for Families

Cultural Sri Lanka for Families

Two week family holiday in Sri Lanka focusing on the cultural side of this beautiful country and bypassing the wildlife highlights of Yalle to save on driving time and cost. Climb the stunning Sigiriya Rock Fortressa and experience the historic highlights of the Cultural Triangle. Visit Kandy and the tea country and finish off with four relaxing days in stunning Galle. This itinerary features some superb small character guesthouses and hotels.

£2,025 pp for 13 days plus flights >>

Complete Sri Lanka for Families

Complete Sri Lanka for Families

This uncompromising itinerary includes all of Sri Lanka's highlights including the Cultural Triangle, safari in Yala National Park, the picturesque Tea Country and the celebrated UNESCO world heritage sites of Kandy and Galle. On this 15-day journey you will have your own private driver and vehicle and will stay in atmospheric colonial hotels, hilltop guesthouses, and beach-side resorts. Please note, this itinerary is only recommended for families who don't mind lots of driving.

£2,130 for 15 days plus flights >>
 
Sri Lanka

SRI LANKA WEATHER

Sri Lanka's weather is dominated by two monsoons which affect different areas at different times - but year-round it’s always possible to find good weather conditions somewhere on the island.
JANUARY - APRIL
Hot and Dry Peak Season
January to April is peak season with hot, sunny and dry weather throughout. It is a perfect time of year for the Coast, and the higher altitudes of the hill country offer a cool respite from the heat. April in particular can be very hot.
MAY - JUNE
SW Monsoon
Monsoon Season in Galle & SW Sri Lanka. During May and June, the South West of Sri Lanka (e.g. Colombo, Galle, Tangalle) are affected by monsoon rains during this period. Rainfall tends to be short and heavy.
JULY - AUGUST
Hot and Mostly Dry High Season
Falling between the two monsoon seasons, July and August tend to be hot and dry with the odd shower and after January - April, the next most popular time of year to visit Sri Lanka. West and South Coast beaches tend in the main to be too rough for swimming at this time of year.
OCTOBER - DECEMBER
NE Monsoon
The monsoon from the North East affects the whole of Sri Lanka with often heavy rain, albeit rather unpredictable in timing and intensity. The least popular time for visiting Sri Lanka. The monsoons have usually receded come December and it can be a pleasant time of year to visit with sparkling green scene

Want to speak to an expert?

If you like what you have seen here and would like to speak to one of our team, please give us a call: 0203 291 2907.
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