Sri Lanka Family Adventure

13 Nights / 14 Days

Overview

14 Days of Family Stories is a journey designed for families to experience Sri Lanka together through culture, nature, wildlife and hands-on activities. From climbing Sigiriya and cooking with a local village community to spotting elephants, picking tea, travelling by scenic train and enjoying the southern coast, each day combines discovery with experiences that both adults and children can enjoy.

Tour Highlights

Highlights
  • Authentic village experience – Travel by traditional bullock cart, take a boat ride across the lake and join a hands-on Sri Lankan cooking experience, followed by a local lunch. 
  • Sigiriya family adventure – Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress together before children experience traditional Sri Lankan games and clay pottery making. 
  • Minneriya wildlife safari – Head into Minneriya National Park by 4WD with opportunities to encounter elephants and other wildlife in their natural surroundings. 
  • Kandy culture & craftsmanship – Visit a spice garden and wood-carving workshop before experiencing a Kandyan cultural performance and the Temple of the Tooth Relic. 
  • Ceylon tea experience – Visit a tea estate where the family can try tea plucking and discover how Sri Lanka’s famous Ceylon tea is produced. 
  • Scenic train to Ella – Travel through tea plantations, misty mountains, waterfalls and rural villages on one of Sri Lanka’s most memorable railway journeys. 
  • Ella family adventure – Walk together to Little Adam’s Peak and visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge. 
  • Yala wildlife safari – Experience another exciting 4WD safari with opportunities to discover Sri Lanka’s wildlife. 
  • Turtles & beach time – Finish with a family sea turtle experience and two relaxing days enjoying Hikkaduwa’s beach, pool and resort facilities.

Land Only – International flights are not included. If you require assistance with flight arrangements, please contact us for available options.

Goldi Sands Hotel, Negombo

Amaya Lake Dambulla

Amaya Hills Kandy

Araliya Green Hills, Nuwara Eliya

Newburgh Ella – The Tea Factory Resort

Cinnamon Wild Yala

Hikka Tranz, Hikkaduwa 

Daily meals are included as specified in the tour plan, with most stays operating on breakfast and dinner. The journey also includes a traditional village experience where the family can discover Sri Lankan cooking techniques before enjoying a locally prepared lunch together.

The package includes entrance fees and carefully curated family experiences throughout the journey, together with a dedicated chauffeur-guide. Activities are designed to balance sightseeing with interactive experiences and leisure time, allowing families to discover Sri Lanka without making every day feel overly scheduled.

Travel throughout Sri Lanka in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated chauffeur-guide, providing comfortable and flexible transportation for the family throughout the itinerary. A scenic hill-country train journey is also included as one of the signature experiences of the tour. 

A personalised airport meet-and-greet and private arrival transfer are included, together with transportation between hotels and included experiences throughout the journey. On Day 14, the family will be transferred from Hikkaduwa to Bandaranaike International Airport according to the departure arrangements.

Make the family journey your own. The itinerary can be tailored to suit your family’s pace and preferences, with accommodation enhancements and personalised arrangements available upon request and subject to availability.

  • Early Bird Discount on selected departures
  • Flexible instalment payment options
  • Discount vouchers
  • Ceylon Discovery Club loyalty points
  • Children aged 0.99–5.99 years – Complimentary
  • Children aged 6–11.99 years – 50% of the adult rate
  • 12 years and above – Adult rate applies Sri Lanka Family Adventure
Day 1 | Arrival – Negombo

Upon arrival in Sri Lanka, you will be warmly welcomed by your personal guide and escorted to your hotel in Negombo. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, settling in and enjoying the comforts of your hotel before your family adventure begins.

Day 2 | Cultural Beginnings – Negombo to Dambulla

Journey from Negombo to Sigiriya, stopping en route to enjoy a unique local experience that reveals the authentic charm of rural Sri Lanka. 

Experience authentic village life with a traditional bullock cart ride, a guided village walk and a scenic boat ride across the lake. Enjoy a live cooking demonstration, where children can also learn about traditional Sri Lankan cooking methods, before sitting down to a delicious local lunch prepared with authentic flavours.

Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3 | Nature Experience – Sigiriya

After breakfast, proceed to the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy the climb to the summit, taking in the spectacular views along the way. Following the climb, refresh with a selection of fresh local fruits, offering a taste of Sri Lanka’s tropical flavours.

Later in the day, children can enjoy a fun and interactive cultural experience featuring traditional Sri Lankan games and hands-on clay pottery making, offering a playful introduction to local traditions and creativity.

Day 4 | Nature Experience – Minneriya

Enjoy a leisurely morning with a family bike ride and nature walk around the hotel, followed by time to relax while the children enjoy the swimming pool.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy an exciting 4WD safari experience at Minneriya National Park, with opportunities to spot elephants and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Day 5 | Cultural Discovery – Journey to Kandy

Travel to Kandy, stopping en route to visit a traditional spice garden and discover Sri Lanka’s aromatic spices, herbs and their everyday uses.

Visit a traditional wood-carving workshop, where children can learn about Sri Lankan carving techniques and discover the painting methods used to bring the handcrafted designs to life.

Travel to the hotel and leisure.

Later in the evening, enjoy a traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance, followed by a visit to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, where you can offer flowers to the Buddha.

Day 6 | Kandy City & Botanical Discovery

Explore Kandy with a relaxed city walk around the lake, taking in the local atmosphere and everyday life of this cultural city.

Later, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens and enjoy its peaceful surroundings, tropical plants and spacious gardens.

Day 7 | Tea Country & Family Experiences – Nuwara Eliya

Travel to Nuwara Eliya, journeying through Sri Lanka’s scenic tea country. Visit a picturesque tea estate, enjoy a hands-on tea-plucking experience and tour a tea factory to discover how Ceylon tea is produced.

Enjoy a leisurely walk through the cool climate of Nuwara Eliya town.

Day 8 | Scenic train journey – Ella

After breakfast, travel to Nanu Oya Railway Station and board the train to Ella for one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic rail journeys. Travel through the beautiful hill country, passing lush tea plantations, misty mountains, waterfalls and charming rural villages along the way.

Upon arrival in Ella, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, taking in the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful mountain surroundings.

Day 9 | Family Adventure – Ella

After breakfast, set out to explore Ella with a scenic walk to Little Adam’s Peak, enjoying beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Continue to the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, one of Ella’s most picturesque landmarks.

Later, enjoy some time at leisure with the family, taking in Ella’s relaxed hill-country atmosphere.

Day 10 | Ella - Yala

After breakfast, visit the beautiful Ravana Falls before continuing your journey to Yala.

Enjoy an exciting 4WD jeep safari through the wilderness, with opportunities to spot Sri Lanka’s remarkable wildlife.

Day 11 | Coastal Journey – Hikkaduwa

Travel south towards the coast and, upon arrival, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing by the beach and taking in the tropical surroundings.

Day 12 – Day 13 | Beach Leisure – Hikkaduwa

Spend the day in Hikkaduwa and enjoy a memorable family turtle experience, with the opportunity to observe sea turtles up close and learn more about these fascinating marine creatures.

Enjoy two relaxing days by the coast, with plenty of time for the family to unwind and enjoy the beach, swimming pool and resort facilities at their own pace.

Spend quality time together, enjoy the tropical surroundings or simply relax by the ocean, bringing your Sri Lankan family adventure to a leisurely close.

Day 14 | Hikkaduwa – Airport

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments by the coast before proceeding to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight, bringing your memorable family adventure through Sri Lanka to an end.

Important info

Booking Info

After booking, you will receive a payment receipt and booking confirmation, together with a link to complete the Passenger Information Form. The form must be completed within 72 hours of booking.

Please include the details and ages of all children travelling, together with any special requests, dietary requirements, preferences or optional extras. Requests are subject to availability and any applicable additional charges.

  • An initial deposit of AUD 150 per person is required upon booking confirmation.
  • The remaining balance can be paid in three instalments.
  • The final instalment must be paid 60 days prior to the date of arrival.
  • More than 60 days prior to arrival: Full refund
  • 31–60 days prior to arrival: 50% cancellation charge
  • 15–30 days prior to arrival: 75% cancellation charge
  • 14 days or less prior to arrival: 100% cancellation charge
  • No-show: 100% cancellation charge

Additional family experiences, excursions and accommodation upgrades can be arranged upon request at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Additional wellness experiences, excursions, accommodation upgrades, private experiences and personalised arrangements can be arranged upon request at an additional cost, subject to availability.

  • Authentic village experience with bullock cart and lake boat ride
  • Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking experience for children
  • Traditional Sri Lankan games and clay pottery making
  • Family bike ride and nature walk
  • Minneriya 4WD elephant safari
  • Wood-carving and traditional painting experience
  • Kandyan cultural performance
  • Tea-plucking and tea factory experience
  • Scenic hill-country train journey
  • Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arch Bridge
  • Yala 4WD wildlife safari
  • Family sea turtle experience in Hikkaduwa
  • Beach leisure on the southern coast Sri Lanka Family Adventure
  • International flights
  • Tourist visa
  • Optional tours and activities not specifically included in the itinerary
  • Additional meals, snacks and beverages not specified in the tour plan
  • Early check-in and late check-out
  • Tips and expenses of a personal nature

Visas are not included in the package cost. Travellers are responsible for obtaining the required visa and ensuring that their passports and other travel documents meet the applicable entry requirements prior to travel.

Stay Period – 01 November 2026 to 19 December 2026
Description 02 Pax + 02 Kids
(2 Adults + 2 Children)
(Ages 6–11.99 years)
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,375
Total Cost (USD) 7,125
Stay Period – 10 January to 31 March 2027
Description 02 Pax + 02 Kids
(2 Adults + 2 Children)
(Ages 6–11.99 years)
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,625
Total Cost (USD) 7,875
Stay Period – 01 April to 30 April 2027
Description 02 Pax + 02 Kids
(2 Adults + 2 Children)
(Ages 6–11.99 years)
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,449
Total Cost (USD) 7,347
Stay Period – 01 May to 30 June 2027 & 01 September to 31 October 2027
Description 02 Pax + 02 Kids
(2 Adults + 2 Children)
(Ages 6–11.99 years)
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 1,999
Total Cost (USD) 5,997
Stay Period – 01 July to 31 August 2027
Description 02 Pax + 02 Kids
(2 Adults + 2 Children)
(Ages 6–11.99 years)
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,230
Total Cost (USD) 6,690
Stay Period – 01 November 2027 to 19 December 2027
Description 02 Pax + 02 Kids
(2 Adults + 2 Children)
(Ages 6–11.99 years)
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,365
Total Cost (USD) 7,095

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