Lanka Family Holiday

9 Nights / 10 Days

Negombo - Sigiriya - Kandy - Ella - Galle - Bentota - Colombo

Tour Overview

A perfectly paced family holiday across Sri Lanka’s greatest highlights – designed specifically for UAE families with children, combining Sigiriya’s rock fortress and village adventure, the iconic highland train journey, Ella’s adventure activities and a beach finale at Bentota with water sports, all with halal-friendly dining throughout.

Tour Highlights

• Bullock cart village welcome experience, Sigiriya
• Sigiriya Rock Fortress family-paced visit
• Optional Minneriya elephant safari (seasonal)
• Interactive spice garden visit for kids, en route to Kandy
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and cultural show, Kandy
•  Iconic highland train journey to Ella – recommended for kids above 5
• Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak family hike
• Ella zipline and swing adventure
• Ravana Falls stop and Galle Fort cycling and rampart walk
• Bentota beach games and optional water sports
• Optional turtle conservation visit, Bentota

Your Daily Path

Day 01 - Negombo - Family Arrival and Beach Welcome

Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport. Short private transfer to Negombo. Relaxed beach or pool time. Evening family-friendly halal dining. Overnight in family-friendly private resort in Negombo.

Day 02 - Negombo to Sigiriya - Village Welcome

Drive to Sigiriya. Check in to family-friendly resort or private villa. Personalised village experience with bullock cart ride and local interaction. Overnight in Sigiriya.

Day 03 - Sigiriya - Rock Fortress and Family Safari

Morning visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress at a family-friendly pace or garden visit. Optional safari at Minneriya National Park for elephants (seasonal). Pool time and relaxation. Overnight in kids-friendly stay.

Day 04 - Sigiriya to Kandy - Spice Garden and Sacred Temple

Drive to Kandy. En route interactive spice garden visit for kids. Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Evening lakeside walk or cultural show. Overnight in Kandy.

Day 05 - Kandy to Ella - Iconic Highland Train Journey

Scenic train journey through the hills – a kid-favourite experience recommended for children above 5 years. Arrive in Ella. Evening at leisure with cool mountain air. Overnight in halal-friendly private villa in Ella.

Day 06 - Ella Adventure Day - Bridges, Hikes and Ziplines

Visit Nine Arch Bridge. Easy hike to Little Adam’s Peak. Optional ziplining and swing. Halal cafe hopping and relaxation. Overnight in Ella.

Day 07 - Ella to Galle - Ravana Falls and Fort Heritage

Drive to south coast. En route visit Ravana Falls. Explore Galle Fort: cycling, ice cream stops and rampart walk. Overnight in Galle or nearby private beach hotel.

Day 08 - Galle to Bentota - Beach Leisure and Water Sports

Short coastal drive to Bentota. Check in to beachfront resort or private pool villa. Beach games and pool time. Optional river safari or water sports. Overnight in kids-friendly resort in Bentota.

Day 09 - Bentota to Colombo - Turtle Conservation and Shopping

Morning leisure. Optional turtle conservation visit. Transfer to Colombo. Shopping and entertainment at One Galle Face Mall. Overnight in private suite in Colombo.

Day 10 - Colombo - Departure

Breakfast at hotel. Private transfer to airport and departure.

INCLUSIONS

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
  • Experienced English-speaking chauffeur-guide
  • All entrance fees for listed attractions
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Bottled water throughout the journey
  • Minneriya safari jeep and park entrance fees (if safari option selected)

EXCLUSIONS

  • International and domestic flights
  • Accommodation (bookable separately or through Luxury Lanka Holidays)
  • Meals unless specified in daily notes
  • Personal expenses and shopping
  • Gratuities for guide and hotel staff
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities marked within the itinerary
  • Visa fees
  • Zipline and swing at Ella (optional, payable locally)
  • Water sports at Bentota (optional, payable locally)