Family Gateway Tours
An Unwind Family Gateway in Sri Lanka
Experience the ultimate family getaway in Sri Lanka, a tropical paradise offering fun, adventure, and relaxation for all ages. Whether you’re exploring ancient ruins, relaxing on golden beaches, or enjoying wildlife safaris, Sri Lanka promises a perfect family holiday full of unforgettable memories.
Start your journey in the cultural heartland, where kids can marvel at the towering Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore the ancient royal cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa. Adventure awaits in the lush highlands of Nuwara Eliya, where families can enjoy tea plantation tours, scenic hikes, and picnics by cascading waterfalls. For an extra thrill, take a train ride through the scenic hills, a magical experience that will delight both adults and children.
In the southern coast, indulge in sun-soaked days at family-friendly beaches like Bentota or Unawatuna, where you can swim, snorkel, or even go whale watching. Visit Yala National Park for a wildlife safari that will captivate the entire family, with chances to see elephants, leopards, and other fascinating animals in their natural habitat.
Engage in interactive experiences such as cooking classes, where your family can learn to make Sri Lankan dishes together, or visit local markets to discover the island’s rich flavors.
With its welcoming culture, diverse activities, and breathtaking landscapes, Sri Lanka is the ideal destination for a family getaway, offering adventure, relaxation, and bonding moments that will last a lifetime.
Tour Inclusions
- Welcome & Assistance at the Airport
- All applicable taxes and Charges
- Tolls and Parking charges.
- All Site Entrances charges
- All internal road travel by private luxury vehicle as per itinerary.
- Accommodation with Breakfast & Dinner in a DBL room at listed hotels or equivalent
- Assistance of an English Speaking Chauffeur Guide or National Guide as per the requirement.
Tour Exclusions
- Any additional transfers out of the itinerary
- Snacks
- Optional tours
- Breakfast on day 1
- Liquor / Alcoholic Beverages & Soft drinks
- Personal expenses (Laundry, telephone call)
- Entrance fees to attractions not specified above
- Gratuity/ Tip for your chauffeur , guide or any service provider
- Special Activities Charges such as Adventure activities and water sports.
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the program
- Video camera and photography permits at the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy or where applicable
- Lunch (Assigned guide will recommend & assist to find suitable dining venues base on specific preferences )
♦ Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport.
♦ Transfer to Negombo (20 minutes from the airport) and check into your hotel.
Spend the afternoon relaxing at the beach or the hotel pool after your flight.
♦ Explore Negombo Lagoon or take a stroll along Negombo Beach.
♦ Overnight stay in Negombo.
♦ After breakfast, begin your journey to Habarana (approximately 4 hours).
♦ Arrive in Habarana, a great base for exploring nearby attractions. Spend the afternoon
relaxing at your resort, enjoying the pool or the surrounding nature.
♦ Evening at leisure, with the option of taking a short nature walk around Habarana
Lake.
♦ Overnight stay in Habarana.
♦ Morning visit to the world-renowned Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Kids will enjoy the climb and the adventure of exploring ancient frescoes
and ruins.
♦ Return to the resort for lunch and a relaxing afternoon by the pool or in the garden.
♦ Optional: Take a bullock cart ride through a nearby village or enjoy a leisurely boat ride
on a local lake.
♦ Overnight stay in Habarana.
♦ Spend the morning at leisure, enjoying the peaceful surroundings of Habarana.
♦ In the afternoon, embark on a jeep safari at Minneriya National Park or Kaudulla
National Park, famous for its herds of wild elephants.
♦ On the way back, stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple, known for its rock paintings and
impressive Buddha statues.
♦ Return to Habarana for an evening of relaxation.
♦ Overnight stay in Habarana.
♦ After breakfast, drive to Kandy (approximately 2.5 hours). En route, visit a spice garden in Matale, where the family can learn about Sri Lanka’s spices and medicinal plants.
♦ Arrive in Kandy and check into your hotel.
♦ Afternoon at leisure: Take a stroll around Kandy Lake or explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a significant Buddhist site.
♦ Optional: Enjoy a traditional Kandyan dance performance in the evening.
♦ Overnight stay in Kandy
♦ Start the day with a visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, perfect for a relaxing family stroll through the beautiful landscaped gardens.
♦ Return to Kandy for a city tour, visiting the Kandy Market, the Gem Museum, or
exploring local craft shops.
♦ Spend the afternoon at leisure, relaxing at your hotel or exploring the city further.
♦ Overnight stay in Kandy.
♦ After breakfast, take the scenic ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya (about 4 hours), a
highlight for families, with stunning views of tea plantations and misty mountains.
♦ Take a relaxed tea plantation tour to see how Sri Lanka’s famous Ceylon tea is made,
followed by a tea-tasting session.
♦ Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and check into your hotel.
♦ Spend the afternoon at Gregory Lake, where families can enjoy boat rides or a peaceful
lakeside picnic.
♦ Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
♦ Early Morning – Visit Hortain Plains National Park.
♦ Leave to Visit world famous tourist location Ella.
♦ Afternoon Visit Nine Arch Bridge and hike to Little Adams peak.
♦ Evening city Walk and dinner at city restaurant.
♦ A rest day in Ella
♦ Can adjust the activities of previous day.
♦ After Breakfast, drive to reach Yala National Park.
♦ Afternoon – Game Drive at Yala National Park.
♦ After having late breakfast, leave to reach Hiriketiya for 2 nights & your beach stay
begun.
♦ Take a relaxed day trip to the historic city of Galle (about 1.5 hours from Hiriketiya).
♦ Explore the Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where families can wander
through charming streets lined with colonial buildings, cafés, and boutiques.
♦ For a fun family experience, take a river safari on the Madu River, where you can
explore mangrove forests and spot wildlife
♦ Reach to Bentota for a relaxing afternoon by the beach or pool.
♦ Overnight stay in Bentota.
♦ Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight, marking the
end of your relaxing family adventure in Sri Lanka.
♦ Departure will be arranged according to your flight schedule.
» 3-night stay in Habarana with exploration of Sigiriya, Minneriya, and Dambulla.
» Scenic journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, with time to explore the hill country’s tea
plantations.
» 3-night beach stay in Hiriketiya & Bentota, offering relaxation and fun activities such
as water sports and a river safari.
» Cultural day trips to Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Galle.
» Trekking of Hortain Plains National Park.
» Leisurely stay at Ella City.
» Plenty of downtime for family relaxation, with a balance of sightseeing and leisure
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- info@responsibletravellk.com