Enjoy a perfectly balanced family trip across Sri Lanka:
Visit an elephant orphanage and feed gentle giants
Explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress and go on a wildlife safari
Ride a scenic train through the tea hills
Relax on calm beaches in Bentota
Explore ancient temples, waterfalls, and village life
Travel with your own driver and kid-friendly pace
Stay in family-friendly hotels with pools and outdoor space
DAY 1
Start your holiday with a warm welcome and an easy drive to the coastal town of Negombo. Known for its beach, lagoon, and colonial charm, it’s the perfect place to relax after your flight.
Airport pick-up and transfer to Negombo
Free time to relax and recover from your journey
Don’t Miss: A sunset beach walk or fish market visit
Optional Add-on: Catamaran ride on the lagoon
Affordable: Goldi Sands Hotel (or similar)
Comfort: Heritance Negombo (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Beach (or similar)
No meals included
30 minutes
DAY 2
Begin with a visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage where kids can get close to elephants and even watch them bathe in the river. Then head to the cultural heart of Sri Lanka — Sigiriya.
Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Drive to Sigiriya and check in
Free time at the hotel with pool or garden play
Don’t Miss: Elephants bathing in the river
Optional Add-on: Short village tuk-tuk ride
Affordable: Sigiriya Village Hotel (or similar)
Comfort: Kassapa Lions Rock (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Vil Uyana (or similar)
Breakfast
4 hours
DAY 3
Explore Sri Lanka’s iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO site with amazing views and gardens. In the afternoon, experience rural life with a fun and easy-going village tour.
Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Village tour with bullock cart ride and canoe
Lunch at a local village home
Don’t Miss: Views from the top of Sigiriya
Optional Add-on: Nature trail or bird-watching walk
Affordable: Sigiriya Village Hotel (or similar)
Comfort: Kassapa Lions Rock (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Vil Uyana (or similar)
Breakfast & Lunch
Local only
DAY 4
Head toward the hill capital, Kandy, with a stop at Dambulla Cave Temple — a place full of colorful murals and statues that even kids find fascinating.
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
Drive to Kandy with scenic stops
Evening visit to Kandy Cultural Dance Show
Don’t Miss: Painted ceilings inside the caves
Optional Add-on: Spice garden visit in Matale
Affordable: Hotel Suisse (or similar)
Comfort: Hotel Topaz (or similar)
Deluxe: The Golden Crown Hotel (or similar)
Breakfast
3.5 hours
DAY 5
Enjoy a gentle day around Kandy. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth, explore the lake, and stroll through the botanical gardens with space for kids to run and explore.
Visit Temple of the Tooth (UNESCO)
Explore Royal Botanical Gardens
Walk around Kandy Lake and markets
Don’t Miss: Watching temple rituals with drummers
Optional Add-on: Gem museum visit or traditional mask workshop
Affordable: Hotel Suisse (or similar)
Comfort: Hotel Topaz (or similar)
Deluxe: The Golden Crown Hotel (or similar)
Breakfast
Local only
DAY 6
Board the scenic train to Nanu Oya and enjoy one of the most beautiful rides in Asia. Nuwara Eliya welcomes you with fresh mountain air and colonial charm.
Scenic train ride from Kandy to Nanu Oya
Visit tea plantation and Gregory Lake
Gentle walk in the city gardens
Don’t Miss: Train views of tea hills and waterfalls
Optional Add-on: Strawberry farm visit or pony ride
Affordable: Lynden Grove Villa (or similar)
Comfort: Galway Heights (or similar)
Deluxe: Heritance Tea Factory (or similar)
Breakfast
4.5 hours (train + vehicle)
DAY 7
Travel through rolling tea hills to reach Ella — a favorite among families for its relaxing vibe and nature adventures.
Visit Ravana Falls
Check out Nine Arch Bridge or hike Little Adam’s Peak
Free time to relax at the hotel
Don’t Miss: Watching a train cross the Nine Arch Bridge
Optional Add-on: Zip-lining or cooking class
Affordable: Ella Flower Garden Resort (or similar)
Comfort: EKHO Ella (or similar)
Deluxe: 98 Acres Resort & Spa (or similar)
Breakfast
3.5 hours
DAY 8
Head to Udawalawe National Park for an exciting jeep safari where kids can spot elephants, deer, crocodiles, and birds in their natural home.
Drive to Udawalawe
Relax at hotel with family time
Afternoon jeep safari
Don’t Miss: Spotting baby elephants in the wild
Optional Add-on: Visit the Elephant Transit Home
Affordable: Kalu’s Hideaway (or similar)
Comfort: Centauria Wild (or similar)
Deluxe: Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort (or similar)
Breakfast
3.5 hours
DAY 9
It’s time to relax by the sea! Head to the beachside town of Mirissa for sunshine, safe waters, and beautiful surroundings.
Drive to Mirissa
Free time on the beach or pool
Optional evening walk to Coconut Tree Hill
Don’t Miss: Kids playing in the shallow waves
Optional Add-on: Whale watching tour (seasonal)
Affordable: Paradise Beach Club (or similar)
Comfort: Mandara Resort (or similar)
Deluxe: Cape Weligama (or similar)
Breakfast
3.5 hours
DAY 10
A full day to enjoy your holiday pace. Play in the sand, go swimming, or just rest as a family.
Full day at leisure
Optional visit to nearby turtle hatchery or snorkel spot
Don’t Miss: Watching the sunset together
Optional Add-on: Private seafood dinner on the beach
Affordable: Paradise Beach Club (or similar)
Comfort: Mandara Resort (or similar)
Deluxe: Cape Weligama (or similar)
Breakfast
Local only
DAY 11
Travel up the coast, stopping at the historic Galle Fort. Then continue to Bentota — a great spot for calm beach stays and family fun.
Visit Galle Fort (UNESCO)
Drive to Bentota
Free time at hotel or beach
Don’t Miss: Ice cream and cobblestone streets in Galle
Optional Add-on: Madu River boat ride or mask museum
Affordable: Rockside Beach Resort (or similar)
Comfort: Temple Tree Resort (or similar)
Deluxe: Taj Bentota Resort & Spa (or similar)
Breakfast
3.5 hours
DAY 12
Try some fun water activities or just relax by the beach. Bentota is perfect for families who want a mix of calm and action.
Free time or optional water sports (jet ski, banana boat)
Family time at the pool or beach
Don’t Miss: Madu River boat ride to see monkeys and mangroves
Optional Add-on: Visit to Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
Affordable: Rockside Beach Resort (or similar)
Comfort: Temple Tree Resort (or similar)
Deluxe: Taj Bentota Resort & Spa (or similar)
Breakfast
Local only
DAY 13
Wrap up your trip with a visit to the capital city. Colombo offers shopping, parks, and a peek into urban Sri Lankan life.
Drive to Colombo
Visit Independence Square or local shopping
Enjoy a final dinner together
Don’t Miss: Galle Face Green and street food
Optional Add-on: Tuk-tuk city ride or souvenir stop
Affordable: City Hotel Colombo (or similar)
Comfort: Fairway Colombo (or similar)
Deluxe: Cinnamon Grand Colombo (or similar)
Breakfast
2.5 hours
DAY 14
Say goodbye to your friendly driver and leave with happy memories and plenty of family stories.
Breakfast and airport transfer
Breakfast
1 hour
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Child Policy:
6–11 yrs: 50% of adult rate (sharing with parents)
0–5 yrs: Free of charge (sharing bed with parents)
Final pricing depends on dates and group size. Contact us for a personalized quote.
13 nights’ accommodation in your selected hotel category (Affordable / Comfort / Deluxe)
Daily breakfast at all hotels
Private air-conditioned vehicle suitable for families, with an English-speaking driver-guide
Airport pick-up and drop-off
All fuel, tolls, and parking fees
Village tour in Sigiriya with traditional lunch experience
International flights
Scenic train ride (unless added to the quote)
Udawalawe jeep hire and park entry
Entrance tickets to sights, parks, and attractions
Travel insurance
Camera/video permits at certain attractions
Tips and personal expenses
Early check-in / late check-out at hotels
Visa fees – Apply here
Optional add-ons and water sports
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Scenic train rides are not included by default tickets are subject to availability and can be arranged upon request
Jeep hire for Udawalawe safari is not included unless specifically added
Entrance tickets to attractions can be arranged and added to your quote if preferred
All services are customizable to suit your children’s ages, interests, and your family’s pace
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