Sri Lanka Family Holiday Package: A Week of Island Wonders

7D/6N

BentotaColomboKandyNuwara Eliya

Activities

Hotel

Transfers

Breakfast

Pick-Up & Drop

Sightseeing

Highlights

Planning a memorable vacation with your loved ones becomes effortless with this Sri Lanka family holiday package, thoughtfully designed to showcase the island's cultural heritage, scenic hill country, and tropical coastline in just one week. From your arrival, you'll experience a seamless journey through some of Sri Lanka's most loved destinations, beginning with the wildlife encounters of Pinnawala and the cultural treasures of Kandy. The itinerary then winds through the misty landscapes of Nuwara Eliya, where waterfalls, tea plantations, and colonial-era charm create a refreshing change of pace. As the journey continues, the beaches of Bentota offer opportunities to relax, enjoy nature, and experience exciting optional water sports before ending in the vibrant capital city of Colombo.

Carefully balanced with sightseeing, comfortable travel, and daily breakfast, this itinerary is suitable for families seeking both relaxation and discovery. Every destination has been selected to provide a mix of history, nature, culture, and leisure without feeling rushed. Whether you're travelling with children, parents, or extended family, this 7-day Sri Lanka family package offers a comfortable route with memorable experiences, well-planned transfers, and overnight stays that allow you to enjoy each destination at a relaxed pace before your return journey home.

Day Wise Itinerary
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Full Day
Upon arrival at the airport, you'll be warmly welcomed by your driver or guide before beginning your journey into the heart of Sri Lanka. Your first stop is the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you'll spend time observing rescued elephants during their feeding sessions and river baths. This visit offers a memorable introduction to the country's rich wildlife heritage and is especially enjoyable for families. After exploring the orphanage, continue towards Kandy while taking in the changing landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure before settling in for an overnight stay in Kandy.
Today's Highlights
Arrival and meet with driver/guide
Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Watch elephants being fed and bathed
Transfer to Kandy

Night stay at Kandy
Breakfast
Full Day
After breakfast, begin a full day exploring the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the country's most significant Buddhist landmarks, before continuing to the Royal Botanical Garden, known for its impressive collection of orchids and tropical plants. The beautifully maintained gardens provide plenty of space for a leisurely walk while appreciating Sri Lanka's diverse flora. In the evening, enjoy a traditional cultural dance performance that showcases colourful costumes and local artistic traditions. This enriching day is ideal for travellers following a Kandy Bentota 7 day family journey, offering a wonderful introduction to the island's heritage before returning to your hotel for the night.
Today's Highlights
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Royal Botanical Garden
Cultural Dance Show
Night stay at Kandy
Breakfast
Full Day
Enjoy breakfast before departing for the cool hill station of Nuwara Eliya, passing through beautiful mountain scenery along the way. Stop at the picturesque Ramboda Waterfall before visiting the peaceful Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, admired for its architecture and spiritual significance. Continue to a tea factory and plantation to learn about Sri Lanka's world-famous tea production while enjoying a tasting session. After arriving in Nuwara Eliya, spend the evening exploring Victoria Park and admiring the pleasant surroundings of Gregory Lake. The refreshing climate and scenic landscapes make this stop a memorable part of the Sri Lanka family route 7d before you retire for an overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Today's Highlights
Ramboda Waterfall
Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple
Tea Factory Plantation
Victoria Park
Gregory Lake
Night stay at Nuwara Eliya
Breakfast
Full Day
Following breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Nuwara Eliya beginning with the sacred Seetha Amman Temple, a site closely associated with the Ramayana tradition. Continue to Hakgala Garden, where colourful flowers and beautifully landscaped grounds create a peaceful atmosphere for visitors. After completing your city tour, begin the drive to Bentota, enjoying changing scenery as the journey takes you from the hill country to Sri Lanka's southern coastline. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax after the day's travel. Spend the evening at leisure before an overnight stay in Bentota.

Today's Highlights
Seetha Amman Temple
Hakgala Garden
Transfer to Bentota

Night stay at Bentota
Breakfast
Full Day
Start the day with breakfast before visiting a local Turtle Hatchery, where you'll learn about ongoing sea turtle conservation efforts and observe young turtles in a protected environment. Continue with a relaxing Madu River Safari, cruising through peaceful mangrove forests while spotting the area's rich natural surroundings. Later, those seeking adventure can choose from optional water sports such as jet skiing, windsurfing, or parasailing. Families who prefer a slower pace may simply enjoy the coastal atmosphere before returning to the hotel. End another enjoyable day with an overnight stay in Bentota.

Today's Highlights
Turtle Hatchery
Madu River Safari
Optional water sports

Night stay at Bentota
Breakfast
Full Day
After breakfast, travel to Colombo, Sri Lanka's lively commercial capital. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided city tour featuring notable landmarks including the National Museum, Galle Face Green, and the bustling Pettah Market. Later, spend time shopping at popular local markets or modern shopping centres such as Odel or Colombo City Centre, where you can browse for souvenirs, handicrafts, and local products. After a rewarding day exploring the city, return to your hotel and relax during your final overnight stay in Colombo.
Today's Highlights
Transfer to Colombo
Colombo City Tour
Shopping
Night stay at Colombo
Breakfast
Full Day
Enjoy your final breakfast before checking out of the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for some last-minute shopping or a brief look around the city before heading to the airport. Your driver will transfer you in time for your departure, marking the end of a memorable week filled with cultural experiences, scenic landscapes, wildlife encounters, and relaxing coastal moments. Depart with wonderful family memories and pleasant experiences from your journey across Sri Lanka.

Today's Highlights
Transfer to the airport
Departure

Breakfast

Inclusions

Accommodation at the mentioned hotels or similar.
Daily breakfast during the stay.
Meet and greet assistance at the airport by an English-speaking chauffeur (for up to 8 guests) or an English-speaking national guide (for groups of 9 or more).
Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour.
Sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary.
All airport transfers and intercity transportation as per the programme.
Applicable government taxes (VAT).

Exclusion

Airfare and visa charges.
Any meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
Early check-in or late check-out at hotels.
Entrance fees to monuments, attractions, and activities.
Camera and video permit fees, where applicable.
Compulsory Perahera festival supplements (if applicable).
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, beverages, and shopping.
Tips, porterage, and any other gratuities.

Key Info

Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and additional charges.
Lunch, beverages, and personal snacks are not included unless mentioned.
A valid passport with the required Sri Lanka travel authorisation (ETA) is mandatory for all travellers. Please ensure your travel documents are valid before departure.
Sightseeing is conducted as per the itinerary. The order of visits may change depending on traffic, weather conditions, public holidays, or operational requirements.
Comfortable walking shoes, light cotton clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are recommended for sightseeing. Carry a light jacket for Nuwara Eliya, where temperatures are considerably cooler.
When visiting religious sites such as the Temple of the Tooth Relic and Seetha Amman Temple, visitors are expected to wear modest clothing that covers the shoulders and knees. Footwear must be removed before entering temple premises.
Water sports in Bentota and optional activities such as the Cultural Dance Show are subject to weather conditions, operational availability, and additional charges.
Entry tickets to attractions, monuments, national parks, boat rides, and optional experiences are not included unless specifically mentioned under inclusions.
Photography may be restricted at certain religious and cultural sites. Camera and video permit charges, wherever applicable, must be paid directly.
Families travelling with young children are advised to carry any essential medicines, baby food, or personal items, as specific brands may not be readily available during sightseeing.
Travel times between destinations may vary depending on road conditions, especially during weekends and public holidays.

Terms and Conditions

Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change without prior notice until the reservation is confirmed.
Confirmation of the package is subject to receipt of the required payment and availability of hotels, transportation, and other travel services.
Hotels mentioned in the itinerary are subject to availability. In the event of unavailability, accommodation of a similar category and standard will be arranged.
Any increase in government taxes, VAT, entrance fees, fuel surcharges, or other statutory charges introduced after booking will be borne by the traveller.
Unused services, meals, sightseeing, transfers, or accommodation included in the package are non-refundable.
Requests for early check-in, late check-out, adjoining rooms, or specific room preferences are subject to hotel availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Optional activities, water sports, entrance fees, camera charges, personal expenses, porterage, tips, airfare, visa charges, and any items not specifically listed under "Inclusions" are payable directly by the traveller.
The company reserves the right to amend the itinerary due to weather conditions, road closures, operational requirements, force majeure events, or any circumstances beyond its control without compromising the overall travel experience.
Travellers are responsible for ensuring they possess valid passports, visas, travel authorisations, and any other documents required for entry into Sri Lanka.
The company shall not be held responsible for delays, cancellations, loss of baggage, accidents, natural disasters, political disturbances, or any additional expenses arising from circumstances beyond its control.
By confirming the booking, travellers acknowledge that they have read, understood, and accepted these terms and conditions.