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8-Day Sri Lanka Family & Kids-Friendly Heritage, Wildlife & East Coast Discovery – Signature Family Journey
Duration: 8 Days / 7 NightsTravel Style: Private • Bespoke • Chauffeur-guidedIdeal For: Families • Children • Private Groups • Multi-Generational Travellers
Experience Sri Lanka through a carefully designed family journey blending ancient heritage, elephant encounters, authentic village experiences, Ceylon tea, gemstone craftsmanship, wildlife safaris, sacred temples, tropical beaches and exciting marine adventures.
DAY 01 | ARRIVAL • SPICES • ELEPHANTS • KANDY
Arrival and warm traditional welcome at the airport
Private transfer with your chauffeur guide
Visit a traditional Spice Garden and discover Sri Lanka’s famous spices, cinnamon and Ayurvedic traditions
Experience Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, including elephant feeding or elephant-related activities according to the daily timetable
Continue to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka
Enjoy the spectacular Kandy Cultural Dance Performance, if time permits
Check in and relax at your hotel
Overnight Stay: Kandy
DAY 02 | SACRED KANDY • GEMS • CEYLON TEA • BIRDLIFE
Visit the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Experience a live artisan demonstration of Sri Lankan gem and jewellery craftsmanship
Discover the island’s renowned sapphire and gemstone heritage
Visit a traditional Ceylon Tea Factory
Learn about the journey from tea leaf to the world-famous Ceylon Tea
Explore Hanthana International Bird Park & Recreation Centre
Enjoy the surrounding nature and colourful birdlife
Scenic journey towards the Cultural Triangle
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
DAY 03 | SIGIRIYA • VILLAGE LIFE • CRAFTS • DAMBULLA
Enjoy an early visit to the magnificent Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Take-away breakfast for a convenient early start
Discover the ancient royal citadel, gardens and spectacular surroundings
Visit traditional Sri Lankan arts and crafts workshops, including:
Wood carving
Batik
Handloom textiles
Enjoy a bespoke Sri Lankan village experience, featuring:
Traditional cooking
Bullock-cart ride
Village boat ride
Authentic traditional Sri Lankan meal
Visit the magnificent Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Return to your hotel for a relaxed family evening
Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
DAY 04 | WILDLIFE SAFARI • HOT SPRINGS • TRINCOMALEE
Embark on a thrilling Kaudulla National Park Safari in Habarana
Search for Sri Lanka’s magnificent wild elephants, native wildlife and abundant birdlife
Continue your journey towards the beautiful East Coast
Arrive in Trincomalee
Experience the historic Kanniya Hot Spring Wells
Relax and unwind along the tropical coastline
Enjoy some free family time on the beach
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
DAY 05 | SACRED TEMPLES • PIGEON ISLAND • NILAVELI BEACH
Visit the spectacular Thirukoneswaram Kovil
Discover the spiritual and cultural heritage of Trincomalee
Enjoy a scenic boat excursion to Pigeon Island National Park
Relax on the pristine beach and discover the surrounding marine environment
Enjoy optional family-friendly activities, subject to weather and sea conditions:
Snorkelling
Swimming
Surfing
Boat activities
Beach activities
Relax on the beautiful Nilaveli Beach
Enjoy free time beside the turquoise waters
Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
DAY 06 | TRINCOMALEE • KURUNEGALA • ETHAGALA • NATURE
Depart from Trincomalee after breakfast
Enjoy a scenic private journey towards Kurunegala
Visit Ethagala / Elephant Rock
Discover the scenic surroundings and countryside
Enjoy time relaxing in a peaceful natural environment
Check in and unwind at your hotel
Free time for family relaxation
Overnight Stay: Kurunegala
DAY 07 | FAMILY LEISURE • KURUNEGALA • RELAXATION
Enjoy a relaxed morning and breakfast at your hotel
Spend quality family time enjoying the natural surroundings of Kurunegala
Free time for relaxation, shopping or family activities
Optional local sightseeing can be arranged according to your family’s interests
Enjoy your final evening together in Sri Lanka
Overnight Stay: Kurunegala
DAY 08 | FAREWELL • DEPARTURE
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
Depending on your international flight schedule, enjoy some final leisure time
Private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport
Farewell and departure from Sri Lanka
AYUBOWAN & SAFE TRAVELS! 🇱🇰
Take home unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s elephants, ancient heritage, sacred temples, gemstones, Ceylon tea, village life, wildlife, tropical beaches, marine adventures and unforgettable family experiences.
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