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LUXURY SRI LANKA HOLIDAYS & TOURS

SIMPLY SRI LANKA

12 days from £5,260 per person
TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL

A TAILOR-MADE HOLIDAY DESIGNED BY SPECIALISTS

At 91ºÚÁÏÍø, all our holidays are created individually to suit your preferences and the Simply Sri Lanka itinerary can be used for inspiration or as a starting point for your luxury Sri Lanka holidays. Whether you prefer a different style of accommodation, a greater focus on a particular experience or wish to include extra stops on your journey, our experts will design an itinerary that is entirely unique to you.

SRI LANKA HOLIDAYS

ABOUT THE ITINERARY

The spiritual temples, astonishing forts, hidden beaches and unfailingly welcoming locals make Sri Lanka an idyll crammed full of highlights.

On our Simply Sri Lanka holiday itinerary, you will experience the bustle of Colombo, the ancient monuments of Polonnaruwa and the immense fortress of Sigiriya. Also on the menu is the astounding Temple of the Tooth, plus the impassive statues of Buddha strewn throughout the Dambulla cave temple complex.

The cool mountain slopes and tea plantations of Ella also feature, as does the picturesque Dutch fortress town of Galle. The pristine beach of Balapitiya completes your luxury Sri Lanka holiday.

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Day 1-2

COLOMBO – CULTURAL TRIANGLE

You’ll be met on arrival and transferred the four-and-a-half hours to your hotel in the Cultural Triangle, from where you’ll have easy access to some of Sri Lanka’s most amazing cultural sites.

Stay: Three nights in a Paddy Dwelling at Vil Uyana – including breakfast

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Day 2-3

CULTURAL TRIANGLE

This morning you’ll visit the 200-metre high rock fortress of Sigiriya, one of the country’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You’ll climb to the flat summit (1,200 steps) to reach the ancient citadel of King Kashapa – an astounding 70-hectare fortified town complete with moat, rampart, gardens and frescoes.

The next day brings you to Polonnaruwa. The 2nd capital of Sri Lanka was built in the 11th and 12th centuries AD, it is now a World Heritage Site. There is a great local restaurant here where you can stop for lunch.

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Day 4-5

KANDY

On day four you’ll be driven to Kandy, pausing along the way at the magnificent Dambulla cave temples with their intricate wall paintings and impressive Buddha statues – almost bursting out of their confined caverns. Upon arrival in Kandy you’ll be taken to your hillside boutique hotel with its splendid views.

The following day you’ll have time to walk around the city’s large, sacred lake and talk to the unfailingly charming locals. The highlight of your tour will be the mighty Temple of the Tooth. This gleaming white wedding cake of a building was created to house the Relic of the tooth of Buddha and is the scene of many colourful festivals throughout the year. Kandy also offers the beautiful Peradeniya Botanical Gardens – 147 acres of manicured lawns, exotic trees and flora, including fabulous orchids.

Stay: Two nights in a Deluxe Room at the Kings Pavilion – including breakfast

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Day 6-8

TEA COUNTRY

From Kandy you’ll board a train to Ella in the highlands where you will be spending the next couple of days. Enjoy snacks from your picnic basket as you take in the wonderful views. Upon arrival, you will be transferred the remaining short distance to your hotel.

You will have plenty of time to explore the estate and its surrounds at your leisure. There are some wonderful walks in Ella and the tea estates that surround the bungalow can be explored on your own or with a butler guide. At the local Finlay’s Tea Factory, you can learn about the tea production process on an absorbing guided tea factory tour.

Little Adam’s peak is Ella’s best-known attraction. It is a short half hour climb to the top of the 1,141 metre peak, and provides breathtaking views of an endless valley, tea plantations and waterfalls. Ella Rock is another must climb for those into hiking, while the local Ravana Ella Falls is one of the widest falls in Sri Lanka.

Stay: Three nights in a Honeymoon Deluxe room at 98 Acres Resort – breakfast included

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Day 9-11

BALAPITIYA

This morning you’ll make your way towards Balapitiya. En route, your driver will take you to the historic fort town of Galle. The Dutch originally built the fort – much of it from huge blocks of coral – to protect one of their prime trading ports. Its history is tangible as you walk around the tiny streets radiating out from an iconic white lighthouse, and today it is reckoned to be the largest inhabited fort in the world. Certainly one of the most charming; with locals selling their hand-made lace, snake and monkey charmers, a grand mosque and original Dutch churches.

After lunch, transfer further northwest along the coast to Balapitiya and your luxurious hotel just steps from the super soft sands of Balapitiya’s beach. Spend three nights in total tranquillity.

Stay: Three nights in an Ocean View Bedroom at Kumu Beach – including breakfast

Day 12

FLY HOME

You will be driven back to Colombo Airport for your flight home.

THE PRICE BREAKDOWN
12 days from £5,260 per person

PRICE INCLUDES

  • Airport transfers in private vehicles
  • Private car and driver/guide for 9 days
  • Breakfast included throughout
  • Based on two people travelling

PRICE EXCLUDES

  • International flights

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“SERVICE THAT GOES THE EXTRA MILE”

The service we received from 91ºÚÁÏÍø was second to none. Tania took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and helped us explore every option clearly and thoroughly. Her first-hand knowledge of Kenya and safaris made a real difference – she explained everything brilliantly. The thoughtful extras, like the travel wallet and documents, were such a lovely touch – especially for someone who loves to travel well-organised! Thank you so much. We’ll definitely be back for future adventures.

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“FLAWLESS, AGAIN”
This is the third time I’ve used TUTC. The service, as before, was flawless. Aside from putting in place all the major details of a complex trip to Japan, Dan at TUTC nailed every detail: train tickets were for seats with large luggage space (very important in Japan, as we discovered); a mobile internet wifi was included; together with a pre-charged use-pretty-much-anywhere travel card (again, important – Japan has multiple transport companies). For any kind of complex trip I won’t go anywhere else.
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“TRIP TO THE TOP OF THE WORLD”
Everything about our trip was excellent. While it’s a considered investment, the service more than justifies the cost. We loved the accommodation – beautifully chosen and thoughtfully located. Our guides ranged from grear to truly exceptional. And the places we visited? They exceeded all expectations. Peru is an extraordinarily beautiful country, and this journey gave us a real sense of its wonder.

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