13 Days in Paradise

Your Gentle Journey Through Sri Lanka

Duration 13 Days / 12 Nights
Group Size Max 12 Guests
Departures Dec – Feb & May – Sept
Price On Request

The Journey

A carefully crafted route — the very best of Ceylon at a gentle pace

This is our planned route. We adjust if needed for comfort, weather, or guest wishes. You'll see ancient wonders, wildlife, and stunning coastlines without the exhaustion.

What's Included

  • Personal assistance to UK airport
  • Return flights UK → Sri Lanka
  • 12 nights senior-friendly hotels
  • Daily breakfast + main meal
  • Private transport throughout
  • Fully guided sightseeing
  • All entrance fees
  • Farewell dinner

What's Not Included

  • Personal spending money
  • Travel insurance (we'll recommend providers)
  • Visa for Sri Lanka (£50 approx)
  • Personal items / laundry
  • Medical care (we are companions, not carers)
  • Extra drinks or meals not listed
  • Optional extras
  • Tips (entirely at your discretion)

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Day 1 Departure from the UK
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We meet you at your home or a local pick-up point and escort you to the UK airport. Relax on your flight to Colombo, where your Sri Lankan adventure begins.

Day 2 Arrival & Negombo
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Arrive in Colombo and transfer to the coastal town of Negombo. Settle into your hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner, and rest after your journey.

Day 3 Sigiriya & The Cultural Triangle
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Travel inland to the Cultural Triangle. Visit the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya (Lion Rock) or the nearby Pidurangala Rock for spectacular views.

Day 4 Polonnaruwa & Minneriya
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Explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa by bicycle or tuk-tuk. In the afternoon, enjoy a gentle jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to see wild elephants.

Day 5 Kandy & The Temple of the Tooth
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Journey to Kandy, the cultural capital. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and enjoy a traditional cultural dance show in the evening.

Day 6 Tea Country & Nuwara Eliya
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Travel by scenic train (or private vehicle) through the rolling tea plantations to Nuwara Eliya. Tour a working tea factory and enjoy the cool mountain air.

Day 7 Yala National Park
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Descend to the south coast and check into your safari lodge. Take an afternoon jeep safari in Yala National Park, famous for leopards, elephants, and birdlife.

Day 8 Galle & The South Coast
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Travel to the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander the cobbled streets, visit the lighthouse, and relax on the beautiful southern beaches.

Day 9 Relaxation in Galle
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A gentle day at leisure. Sit by the hotel pool, walk along the beach, or explore more of the charming boutique shops inside the fort.

Day 10 Mirissa & Whale Watching
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Head to Mirissa. Depending on the season, take an optional early morning boat trip to see blue whales and dolphins, or simply relax on the golden sands.

Day 11 Coastal Train to Colombo
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Take one of the world's most beautiful train journeys along the coast back towards Colombo. Enjoy a final evening in the city with a special farewell dinner.

Day 12 Colombo & Departure
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A morning city tour of Colombo to see the colonial architecture and bustling markets. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Day 13 Arrival back in the UK
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Arrive back at the UK airport, where we'll arrange your transport home. A warm welcome back, with memories to last a lifetime.

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