We Love —
- Hopping on a train in Kandy and travelling through the breathtaking scenic hill country of Nuwara-Eliya.
- Visiting sacred temples, verdant national parks and charming towns on an incredible tour of Sri Lanka's treasures.
- Spending some time by the twinkling pool and indulging in a pampering treatment at the spa at Avani Bentota Resort 5*.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Journey to Sri Lanka! —
Experience an unforgettable escape to discover the delights of Sri Lanka, a lush island resting in the Indian Ocean. Visit tranquil temples, cruise the lakes, and immerse yourself in an environment brimming with exotic flora and fauna. To continue your trip, choose Offer 1 and end your holiday with an extension to the luxurious Avani Bentota Resort 5*.
Our offers :
Offer 1 : 7-night Sri Lanka tour + beach extension
Offer 2 : 7-night Sri Lanka tour
Offer 1 has a choice of durations :
11-night stay : 7-night tour + 4 nights at the Avani Bentota Resort 5*
12-night stay : 7-night tour + 5 nights at the Avani Bentota Resort 5*
14-night stay : 7-night tour + 7 nights at Avani Bentota Resort 5*
16-night stay : 7-night tour + 9 nights at Avani Bentota Resort 5*
18-night stay : 7-night tour + 11 nights at Avani Bentota Resort 5*
20-night stay : 7-night tour + 13 nights at Avani Bentota Resort 5*
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Discover a country rich in a wealth of tradition and culture, breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife! Explore the bustling cities, enjoy a boat ride, and zip around in a tuk tuk. This 7-night tour of Sri Lanka will be an unforgettable experience brimming with ancient temples, fantastic food and wild jungle landscapes.
Your itinerary :
Day 1 : Negombo
Day 2 : Negombo - Dambulla
Day 3 : Dambulla
Day 4 : Dambulla - Kandy
Day 5 : Kandy
Day 6 : Kandy - Nuwara-Eliya
Day 7 : Nuwara-Eliya - Tissamaharama
Day 8 : Departure
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Day 1 : Negombo
Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport and collect your luggage before a friendly representative greets you in the arrival lounge. Transfer to your hotel, check-in, and relax.
DAY 2 : DAMBULLA
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Sigiriya.
Enjoy a morning boat ride in the vast Negombo lagoon, a stretch of water dotted with islands and brimming with fish, crabs, lagoon shrimps, herons, cormorants and swifts. Enjoy a refreshing Arrack cocktail or a royal coconut, sit back, and enjoy the ride.
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple (also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla), home to five caves, a picturesque façade carved into the side of a steep rock face, and ancient paintings. Overnight in Sigiriya.
DAY 3 : SIGIRIYA
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Sigiriya, one of seven World Heritage Sites in Sril Lanka, known for its ancient rock fortress and palace ruins, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens. Please note: If you wish to climb to the top, it will take about 2-3 hours.
Enjoy lunch in the open air, overlooking the large fortress. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Optional Jeep safari to Minneriya National Park : The national parks in Habarana are the best places in the country to see wild elephants, which are often present in huge numbers.
Day 4 : Kandy
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, it's time to head to Kandy, where you'll enjoy a scenic bike tour and guided catamaran ride through a nature reserve. Learn of the traditional village way of life, and visit a village house. As you continue on your tour, pause at the Ayurvedic village of Matale, once world famous for its quality spices. Please note: spices are available for sale but you are not obliged to buy them. Overnight in Kandy.
DAY 5 : KANDY
Breakfast at the hotel.
Start the day with a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, or Dalada Maligawa, a monumental location not only in Kandy, but the whole of Sri Lanka. Please note: please wear modest clothing while visiting the Temple of the Tooth. Flowers for offering can be purchased on the way to the temple. Proper attire is required for the visit. You may take your camera but shoes must be removed at the temple entrance. Secure storage facilities are available.
Continue the day with a tour of Kandy City by tuktuk! Nestled amongst green hills and intersected by the Mahaweli River, this pretty city retains an old-world charm and traditions. Visit the batik and woodcarving centre, and head to a cultural evening show (approx. 2-3 hours.) Overnight in Kandy.
DAY 6 : NUWARA-ELIYA
Breakfast at the hotel.
Hop on a train and take the journey to Nuwara-Eliya through picturesque hills and magical, unspoilt landscapes. Please note : The train journey is on a simple local train, which may be less comfortable than what you are used to (duration: approx. 3 hours)
Visit a tea plantation and the home of the world's best tea : Ceylon. This interesting tour will give you an insight into the true art of growing and producing this familiar brew. Overnight in Nuwara-Eliya.
Day 7 : Yala
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Yala, ready for a Jeep safari in Yala National Park. The second largest national park in Sri Lanka, this unique location rests at the edge of the Indian Ocean and boasts one of the highest densities of leopards in the world. The majestic Sri Lankan elephant and the leopard take pride of place in this amazing national park. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 8 : YALA
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out and head to Galle Fortress, an ancient citadel brimming with history and charm. Learn how Asia's largest fort was built, walk along the ramparts, and enjoy panoramic views of the fort, harbour and crystal clear waters below. Meet the descendants of the first merchant families and explore the island's fascinating shops and museums, from colonial antiques to restaurants (approx. 4-5 hours.)
Your Hotels —
Hand-picked Just For You
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable Standard Rooms in thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Negombo : Goldi Sands 3* (or similar)
Dambulla : Habarana Village by Cinnamon 4* (or similar)
Kandy : Amaya Hills 4* (or similar)
Nuwara Eliya : Araliya Green Hills 4* (or similar)
Tissamaharama : Rock Wild Yala (or similar)
Hygiene and safety measures :
Throughout your tour, your establishments are committed to respecting the sanitary measures in force to ensure your safety and well-being.
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on board as per the itinerary. Please note that due to the current global health pandemic (COVID-19), certain restaurants and buffets may be closed or places and tables may be limited. We strongly recommend that you contact the hotel for further information two days before your arrival.
Your Optional Excursions —
Jeep Safari to Minneriya National Park
Take a Jeep safari visit to the national parks in Habarana, famous for an abundance of wild elephants!
Your Included Services —
Included Christmas Supplement
Guests staying on 24/12/2022 benefit from an included Christmas supplement.
Included New Year Supplement
Guests staying on 31/12/2022 have an included New Year supplement.
Included English-speaking Guide
Enjoy an informative tour in your native language with an included English-speaking guide.
Avani Bentota Resort 5* —
Soak up the Sri Lankan sun at a delicious beach stay at Avani Bentota Resort 5*.
Located on one of Sri Lanka's best beaches, this stylish hotel was designed by renowned architect, Geoffrey Bawa.
Spend deliciously decadent days relaxing by the beach or pool and explore the town of Bentota known for its long stretches of sandy beaches, coral-rich dive sites and lively nightlife.
Your Room —
This offer is based on a Standard Sea View Room or an Upgraded Superior Sea View Room.
Standard Sea View Room (31 m²)
In this Standard Room, enjoy some restful sleep and a perfect place to unwind. Wake up every morning to an inspirational view as the room's private balcony is facing the sea.
Maximum room capacity
SUPERIOR SEA VIEW ROOM (38 m²)
Watch the waves from your Superior Sea View Room. Spacious and comfortable, this room in a sanctuary for you to relax and unwind.
Maximum room capacity
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Half Board stay (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
Please note, not all hotel food and beverage outlets may be applicable to your Half Board basis and may be available at selected times only.
The hotel offers a wide array of restaurants and bars to tempt every palette. Dine on international and local cuisine with dreamy ocean views.
Included Christmas Supplement
Guests staying on 24/12/2022 benefit from an included Christmas dinner supplement.
Included New Year Supplement
Guests staying on 31/12/2022 have an included New Year's dinner supplement.
Optional All Inclusive Upgrade
For a truly indulging stay, choose to upgrade to All Inclusive (breakfast, lunch, and evening meal with a selection of snacks and drinks) for an additional fee. Please note, not all hotel food and beverage outlets may be applicable to your All Inclusive basis and may be available at selected times only.
Your Time
Indulge in a luxurious spa experience at AvaniSpa and enjoy moments of relaxation in modern surroundings with ancient rituals.
Read a book or relax at the hotel pool while lounging under a parasol.
Your Optional Excursions —
Day Trip to Udawalawe (min. 2 people)
Udawalawe lies to the south of the central hills of the island and surrounds the man-made Udawalawe Reservoir, which forms part of the park. During the dry season visitors can watch the many herds of elephants roaming the park, usually between May and September. It is estimated that 450 elephants live here!
Day Trip to Sinharaja (min. 2 people)
The Sinharaja Rainforest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the last remaining rainforest in Sri Lanka and home to most (nearly 95%) of Sri Lanka's endemic birds, giant butterflies and over 50% of Sri Lanka's endemic mammals. The most amazing sight at Sinharaja is the dazzling colours and shocking contrasts of the large mixed flocks of birds feeding and flying through the forest.
Day Trip to Galle (min. 2 people)
The turtle hatchery at Kosgoda, 8 km south of Bentota, is said to be the best place to see giant tortoises and their hatchlings, and Galle is the port where the Portuguese first landed in Sri Lanka. The city, which was fortified by the Dutch who ruled maritime Sri Lanka in the 17th and 18th centuries, still exudes the atmosphere of old Holland: Old Dutch churches and coats of arms, a well-preserved fort, an imposing gate from 1669, many well-preserved Dutch houses and narrow streets that still bear Dutch names.
Your Journey to Colombo —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destinations —
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a lush, tropical island paradise, famously described by Marco Polo as "undoubtedly the finest island of its size in the world". This is a culturally rich and environmentally diverse country, with nine World Heritage Sites (the oldest dating back to the 3rd Century BC); 86 species of mammals (including elephant and leopard) and more than 400 bird species (including 26 endemics);
a colorful array of flowering plants and trees, and a Hill Country famous for tea; 14 National Parks out of 100 areas protected by the government; and an Indian Ocean coastline boasting palm-fringed and sandy tropical beaches.
Visit ancient sites and marvel over legendary temples, or see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree, Anuradhapura. Take a safari tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrodden, beaches.
Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. And if you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride.
With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, and the charm of the people will simply enchant you.
Bentota
Sri Lanka invites you to experience a unique adventure! Sri Lanka, a jewel located in the Indian Ocean, is full of surprises.
In this little and intimate secluded paradise, you will find no fewer than eight UNESCO World Heritage sites! The ancient island of Ceylon invites you on a journey through millennia-old Buddhist temples, lush tea plantations, wilderness national parks and exotic beaches.
Be mesmerized by the elephants at Pinnawala Orphanage, admire jungle views from 180 meters above Lion's Rock, and try out some of the local spices in the local cuisine.
You come back from this journey rejuvenated and relaxed! The must-sees when exploring Sri Lanka include the ancient ruined city and rock fortress of Sigiriya, Yala National Park with a chance to spot leopards and native birds, and Dambulla Cave Temple with Kundt and relics.
