The Grand Family Escape

From USD 3500Per Person
This 12-day journey is the ultimate family holiday in Sri Lanka, blending gentle adventure, wildlife, and coastal fun with plenty of time to relax. Begin in Sigiriya, with an optional climb of the Rock Fortress and an authentic village safari. Continue to Kandy, where you’ll enjoy a Riverston highland excursion and peaceful evenings by the lake. Explore the cool tea hills of Nuwara Eliya with tea estate visits, farms, gardens, and strawberry tasting. At Yala, enjoy a full-day jeep safari in search of elephants and leopards, before heading south to the golden beaches of Mirissa and Galle Fort. Finish in Colombo with family dinners, shopping, and city charm.
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Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and transfer to Sigiriya (approx. 4–5 hrs).

Evening: Check in to your hotel and relax at leisure after your journey.

Overnight Stay: Sigiriya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Optional climb of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO marvel with panoramic views, frescoes, and water gardens. Families can choose to skip the climb and relax at the hotel instead.

Afternoon: Experience a Hiriwadunna Village Safari, including a bullock cart ride, catamaran canoe trip, and local snacks prepared by villagers.

Evening: Relax back at your resort.

Overnight Stay: Sigiriya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Embark on a Minneriya Jeep Safari, famous for elephant gatherings during the dry season. Spot herds of elephants, monkeys, and exotic birds.

Afternoon: Continue to Kandy (approx. 3 hrs).

Evening: Take a family stroll around Kandy Lake and enjoy dinner overlooking the water.

Overnight Stay: Kandy at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Take a day trip to Riverston, part of the Knuckles Mountain Range. A gentle family-friendly trek at Pitawala Pathana offers sweeping views across the misty hills.

Afternoon: Enjoy a picnic in the highlands before returning to Kandy.

Evening: Leisure time at your hotel.

Overnight Stay: Kandy at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya (approx. 2.5–3 hrs), winding through tea-covered hills and waterfalls.

Afternoon: Tour a tea plantation and factory, with a hands-on explanation of tea processing followed by tastings.

Evening: Leisure at Gregory Lake, where families can enjoy boating or simply relax by the cool mountain air.

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Visit the colorful Hakgala Botanical Gardens, famous for orchids, roses, and alpine-style plants.

Afternoon: Explore Ambewela Farm, where kids love seeing cows, sheep, and the dairy process, then enjoy strawberry tasting at a nearby farm.

Evening: Take a family walk in Victoria Park, perfect for birdwatching and leisure.

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Transfer to Yala (approx. 5–6 hrs), passing through rolling hills and dry zones.

Afternoon: Check in to your lodge near Yala National Park.

Evening: Relax and enjoy the wilderness setting.

Overnight Stay: Yala at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning & Afternoon: Full-day jeep safari in Yala National Park, one of Asia’s best wildlife destinations. Spot elephants, leopards, crocodiles, sloth bears, and a variety of birds.

Evening: Return to your lodge for leisure.

Overnight Stay: Yala at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Transfer to Mirissa (approx. 3 hrs).

Afternoon: Relax on the sandy beaches of Mirissa, a family-friendly coastal retreat.

Evening: Leisure at the resort or a sunset walk along the shore.

Overnight Stay: Mirissa at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Optional whale-watching excursion (seasonal, Nov–Apr), with chances to see blue whales and dolphins.

Afternoon: Transfer to Galle (approx. 1 hr).

Evening: Stroll through the historic streets of Galle Fort, enjoy ice cream, and watch the sunset from the ramparts.

Overnight Stay: Galle at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Stop near Matara for a crocodile safari through the waterways.

Afternoon: Continue to Colombo (approx. 3.5 hrs), with stops at Madu River Safari and Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery if time permits.

Evening: Enjoy a family dinner and shopping in Colombo’s lively districts.

Overnight Stay: Colombo at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★).

Morning: Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for departure.

Overnight Stay: Not applicable (departure).

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