Experience Sri Lanka with a perfectly planned 10-day family-friendly adventure covering culture, wildlife, mountains, tea country, and beautiful beaches. This fixed itinerary includes convenient transfers, handpicked activities suited for all ages, and a comfortable pace that balances sightseeing and relaxation.

From climbing ancient rock fortresses and visiting sacred temples, to spotting elephants on safari and unwinding by the ocean, this tour offers something memorable for every member of the family.

At the end of your journey, our driver will take you from Unawatuna back to the airport in Colombo/Negombo. This is a set 10-day program designed for families, but it can also be tailored to fit your needs whether you want a different pickup or drop-off location, added activities, or extended stays. A safe, enjoyable, and stress-free holiday designed for families to experience the best of Sri Lanka together.

Tips for Your First Day in Paradise

• Take it slow: After a long flight, give your body time to adjust. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and ease into the tropical climate.

• Stay hydrated: Sri Lanka’s heat can be strong, especially on day one. Drink plenty of water and avoid too much sun during midday.

• Enjoy the beach or pool: A gentle swim or lounging by the water is the perfect way to unwind and start your holiday calmly.

• Try a light local meal: If you feel up for it, taste something mild and local—like fresh seafood or rice & curry—great for settling in.

• Take a short walk: Stroll around Negombo’s beach area to get a feel for the surroundings, but keep it easy.

• Book a relaxing massage: A traditional Ayurvedic massage can help release travel tension and get you into vacation mode.

• Optional city outing: If you have the energy, a visit to Colombo offers a fun first impression of Sri Lanka’s culture, food, and markets—though many guests prefer to save this for later days.

• Rest early: Getting a good night’s sleep helps you start the next day refreshed and ready for adventure.

📍 Dambulla

• Travel to Dambulla and begin exploring the Cultural Triangle

• Climb Sigiriya Rock (Lion Rock) for panoramic views and ancient ruins

• Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, known for ancient murals and Buddha statues

• Go on an elephant safari in nearby Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park

• Option to enjoy an Ayurvedic spa experience with a traditional wood-fired sauna

• Explore local villages and experience authentic Sri Lankan culture

📍 Kandy

• Travel to the hill-country city of Kandy, located about 500m above sea level

• Scenic city surrounded by mountains with a beautiful lake at the center

• Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens

• Explore the Temple of the Tooth, one of Sri Lanka’s most sacred sites

• Stop at a spice garden to learn about traditional herbs and spices

• Enjoy an evening Kandyan cultural dance performance

📍 Nuwara Eliya

• Travel to Nuwara Eliya, a cool highland town located about 2000m above sea level

• Explore a scenic landscape of tea plantations, misty hills, and colonial-era architecture

• Visit Lover’s Leap Waterfall for stunning views and nature photography

• Tour the Damro Tea Factory to learn about tea production and enjoy tastings

• Shop for branded clothing at affordable outlet prices (many international brands are manufactured here)

• Enjoy the refreshing climate and mountain surroundings

📍 Nuwara Eliya → Ella (Scenic Train Ride)

• Travel from Nuwara Eliya to Ella

• Take the scenic train journey (approx. 3 hours)

• Known as one of the most beautiful train rides in the world

• Enjoy views of misty mountains, rolling tea plantations, waterfalls, and lush forest landscapes

• Arrive in Ella—relaxed hill-country town known for hiking, views, and nature

📍Ella

• Explore the vibrant hill town of Ella with great viewpoints, cafés, and nature trails

• Walk to the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous railway landmarks

• Hike Little Adam’s Peak for stunning mountain views and a relatively easy climb

• Visit Blue Water Cave for a more adventurous off-the-beaten-path experience

• Enjoy relaxed evenings in town with scenic restaurants and local cuisine

📍 Udawalawe

• Travel south from Ella to Udawalawe, home to one of Sri Lanka’s smaller but wildlife-rich national parks

• Visit the Elephant Transit Home to see young elephants being fed and later released back into the wild once they’re ready

• Optional safari in Udawalawe National Park to spot elephants, birds, crocodiles, and other wildlife

• Spend the rest of the day relaxing at the hotel, enjoying the pool and peaceful surroundings

📍 Udawalawe → Hikkaduwa

• Morning safari tour with opportunities to see water buffalo, monkeys, crocodiles, monitor lizards, and a variety of bird species

• Continue south towards the coast and arrive in Hikkaduwa, one of Sri Lanka’s most popular beach destinations

• Enjoy a relaxing stay by the sea with golden beaches and warm tropical waters

• Ideal place to unwind after the inland cultural and nature-focused parts of the tour

• Sri Lanka is a volunteer-run conservation center focused on saving endangered sea turtles by protecting eggs, nurturing hatchlings, and releasing them into the ocean, offering visitors tours to learn about different turtle species and support this important environmental effort, though some debate exists about animal welfare practices and the ethics of tourist interaction. 

Embark on a whale safari in Mirissa

📍 Final Day – Departure

At the end of your journey, our driver will take you from Unawatuna to the airport in Colombo or Negombo for your departure. We hope you’ve had an unforgettable experience exploring Sri Lanka’s culture, nature, wildlife, and coastline—and we warmly welcome you back anytime!

Customizable Journey

This is one of our standard tour routes, but every itinerary can be fully customized. You are free to choose your pickup point, drop-off location, and tailor the entire program based on your preferences. Whether you want to add more adventure, relaxation, culture, or wildlife, we’ll help design the perfect journey just for you.