Sri Lanka
Ayubowan! Taprobane comes alive as a new day dawns: the ancient cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura shake off the dewdrops and rise in majestic splendour: vast white painted Dagoba sparkle in the dancing sunbeams…..wherever you look, the enigmatic smile of the Lord Buddha welcomes one and all. High in the Hill Country, bathed in hues of emerald green, tea pickers pluck the delicate buds of tea. At Sigiriya the delectable frescoes of lovely Maidens transcend heaven and earth; in Kandy the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic stands resolute. Herds of elephant, buffalo and shy leopard roam the Wildlife Parks, whilst offshore whales and dolphins grace the shimmering seas.

Need to know
Sri Lanka is a year-round destination. Monsoons bring rain to the Southwest lowlands and central hills from late May to September, and the Northeast from November to February. The weather is generally dry countrywide from March to mid-April. Summer months from June to September are hot in the Cultural Triangle; humid on the west coast with a light sea breeze. 2,000 meters above sea level the Hill country is always cooler.
Fly to
Bandaranaike International Airport – Colombo
Flying time 11 hours approx non-stop
Visas
Required for British Passport holders
Time difference
GMT + 5 ½ hours
Official language
The national language is Sinhala & Tamil. English is widely spoken.
Our Tours in Sri Lanka

Tailor-made
A Meander Through Taprobane
14 days
London - Colombo & Kotugoda - Nuwara Eliya - Galle Fort - Balapitiya - London
Experience Sri Lanka taking in some of the most beautiful countryside in the land whilst staying in charming boutique style accommodation, each of which enshrine their individual destinations through a sense of history, unique character and sublime location.
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Tailor-made
A Whisper of Paradise
11 days from £2,730.00
Colombo - Sigiriya/Polonnaruwa - Minneriya - Dambulla/Kegalle - Galle
This is a wonderful ‘taster’ for the first time visitor to Sri Lanka; or, just perfect for a short break to recharge the batteries. Add one of 5 exciting unique in-country experiences with our compliments.
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Tailor-made
Ancient Memories & East Coast
16 days from £2,975.00
Colombo - Galle – Yala – Ella – Nuwara Eliya – Kandy – Horton Plains – Kandy – Pinnawela – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Passekudah – Anuradhapura - Negombo
‘Serendipity’ is a land rich in cultural treasures with ancient cities still echoing their might and majesty. Wildlife parks team with flora and fauna: breathtaking vistas are around every corner, and stunning beaches are just perfect to dance though the dazzling white surf.
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Special Interest
Birds & Wetlands of Sri Lanka – A Small group tour led by Jonathan Forgham from 30 January to 12 February 2021
14 days
London - Colombo - Galle - Udawalawe - Sinharaja - Colombo - London
Crafted for participants who enjoys bird watching and maybe new to Sri Lanka and its considerable wealth of wild life.
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Explore Sri Lanka
15 days from £3,135.00
London - Colombo - Horathapoal Estate - Wilpattu National Park - Sigriya - Elkaduwa - Passekudah - Negombo - Colombo - London
This exciting tour has been designed for active families with children of school going age who are interested in exploring some of Sri Lanka’s natural and cultural delights in the summer holidays.
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Tailor-made
Whales, Dolphins & Leopards
14 days from £2,650.00
Colombo – Kalpitiya – Dolphin Boat Safaris – Wilpattu National Park - Colombo – Turtle Hatchery – Yala – Leopard Safaris – Mirissa - Whale & Dolphin Boat Safari – Kotugoda - Colombo
This is a ‘must do’ tour for nature lovers. See some of the world’s most iconic animals up close and very personal!
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Tailor-made
In the footsteps of Geoffrey Bawa
13 days from £3,750.00
Kotugoda – Yapahuwa – Kandalama - Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla Caves - Kandy – Peradeniya Gardens - Temple of the Tooth - Nuwara Eliya – Tangalle – Rekawa Turtle Conservation - Galle Fort – Lunuganga – Colombo City Tour
This tour pays homage to the greatest of Sri Lankan Architects, the late Geoffrey Bawa, whose inspirational work has led to a flowering of young architects - dedicated to cultural protection, yet allowing contemporary style to shine.
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Tailor-made
The Colonial Collection
12 days from £2,090.00
Colombo – Kandy - Peradeniya Gardens – Optional Train Journey – Dickoya – Tea Experience – Galle – Mount Lavinia
This is a splendid tour taking in some of the most beautiful countryside in the land whilst staying in traditional colonial style accommodation. In Colombo the Galle Face Hotel is the quintessential colonial hotel.
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Tailor-made
Island Odyssey
14 days from £3,060.00
Colombo – Dambulla – Sigiriya / Village Experience - Polonnaruwa / Minneriya Safari - Dambulla / Kegalle – Maldives
This tour gives the traveller a real taste of the heart of Sri Lanka exploring the cultural centres of Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Kandy.
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Guaranteed Departures
Sri Lanka – A Whisper of Paradise
13 days from £1,653.00
Negombo - Sigiriya - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Yala National Park - Galle
This tour highlights the essence of Sri Lanka: visiting the many iconic sites that gives the land its deep spiritual strength.
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Guaranteed Departures
Sri Lanka Led by Mark Woodrow 15-28 January 2022
15 days from £3,550.00
London - Colombo - Negombo - Habarana - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Galle Fort - Ahungalle - Colombo - London
A Small Group Tour Led by Mark Woodrow
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Tailor-made
Sri Lankan Nature Trail
16 days from £3,215.00
Kotugoda – Muthurajawela Wetland Sanctuary – Sinharaja Rain Forest – Yala National Park - Bundala National Park – Nuwara Eliya – Gal Oya National Park – Kandy - Knuckles Nature Reserve – Kotugoda
This is an exciting programme designed to give the nature lover an insight into the remarkable flora and fauna of this beautiful island. The tour will visit numerous specialised habitats, home, to vast numbers of endemic species.
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Tailor-made
Taprobane Meander
18 days from £4,125.00
Colombo – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla Caves - Kandy – Train to Hatton - Dickola – Tea Experience – Yala National Park - Weligama – Galle Fortress Tour – Colombo
This intriguing tour immerses the traveller in the cultural heart of Sri Lanka. Explore the glorious past with visits to the most significant historical sites.
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