12-Day Sri Lanka Family Tour

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Have a Fun Family Time in Sri Lanka For family trips, the most troublesome issue is how to meet the needs of both adults and children. We have specially developed some activities to help you balance family preferences, enabling both adults and children to enjoy themselves. The sample itinerary below is only one version of the possibilities. Get involved a...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Engage in a conversation with slumberingLion Rockthat has slept for a thousand years.
    • Make friends withcheeky monkeysin Polonnaruwa Town.
    • LearnSri Lankan cookingat a beautiful little local home.
    • Experience traditional dance forms and cultural practices at theKandy danceshow.
    • Explore Sri Lanka's best-preserved colonial fort during atreasure hunting adventure.
    • Play with baby turtles in asea turtle farm.
    • Indulge in thrillingwater sportsat Bentota River.
    • Enjoy hassle-free travel at anall-inclusive beach resort.

What's this trip about?

    Have a Fun Family Time in Sri Lanka For family trips, the most troublesome issue is how to meet the needs of both adults and children. We have specially developed some activities to help you balance family preferences, enabling both adults and children to enjoy themselves. The sample itinerary below is only one version of the possibilities. Get involved and share your thoughts with us to make your journey unique. We will create your dream itinerary.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityColombo
End CityColombo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
    • English speaking local guide
    • Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
    • 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Colombo

Our chauffeur-guide will meet you at the arrivals hall and take you to your hotel in Negombo.

After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at the hotel relaxing and decompressing from your long flight.

Day 2 Colombo City Highlights Tour

Start your day from Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque), a striking architectural gem. Appreciate the stunning visuals, and learn about the mosque's cultural and historical importance. Visit Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, which is a prominent religious and cultur...

Day 3 Colombo to Dambulla — Sigiriya Lion Rock and Village Tour

In the morning, proceed to Dambulla. On the way climb the 5th-century Sigiriya Rock Fortress, which is a World Heritage site. The base of the rock is surrounded by a moat, rampart, and extensive gardens, including mesmerizing mid-water gardens. Continue your explorati...

Day 5 Dambulla to Kandy — Spice Garden and Cooking Experience

In the morning proceed to Kandy, "the blessed city" (approximately 3½ hours by road). En-route, visit Spice Garden, which is a delightful stop. For centuries spices have been one of Sri Lanka's most celebrated exports. Spices such as such as cinnamon, ginger, vanilla,...

Day 6 Discover the Top Attractions of Kandy

In the morning, visit Temple of the Tooth (named after its Buddha tooth relic). It's Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist shrine. We suggest attending the ceremony at 9:30 a.m., which features a spectacular procession of elephants, dancers, musicians, fire-eaters, whip-cr...

Day 7 Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya Tour

After breakfast, set off for Nuwara Eliya (approximately 3 hours away). On the way stop at cascading Ramboda Waterfall. We'll escort you to a tea plantation where the world's best Ceylon tea is produced. After learn about the process of manufacturing tea, get hands-on...

Day 8 Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawe — Scenic Train Ride and Ella Tour

Take a scenic morning train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. Have a short visit to Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Falls at Ella. Then your chauffeur-guide will drive you to Udawalawe.

trainA train is passing the Nine Arch Bridge

Day 9 Udawalawe to Bentota — Udawalawe Safari and Galle Fort Treasure Hunting Adventure

Start the day with a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park early in the morning. Around 6:00 a.m. is an active time for the park's abundant wildlife, particularly elephants, making it ideal for wildlife spotting. Go to Galle Fort on a treasure hunting adventure in th...

Day10 Sea Turtle Conservation Project

Have a free and leisurely time on the beach during the day time. Your guide will take you to a Sea Turtle Conservation Centre in the afternoon. You will see various kinds of sea turtles, such as green, loggerhead, hawksbill, olive ridley, and white turtles. After 6.00 p.m., once the sky gets dark and the water is safer, baby turtles are released into the ocean. Sea Turtle FarmReleasing Baby Sea Turtle

Day 11 Water Sports at Bentota

Have fun on the beach, and maybe enjoy tube riding, jet skiing, and/or banana boating on Bentota River.

Banana Boat RideBanana boating

Day 12 Departure

Say goodbye to enchanting Sri Lanka. Your guide will accompany you to Colombo to ensure a smooth passage to check in at Bandaranaike International Airport for your flight back home or onward.

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$146
Last Updated: 1/31/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International travel expenses to enter or leave Asia.
    • Visa Fees
    • Excess Baggage Charges.
    • Personal Expenses
    • Meals: Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary.
    • Insurance
    • Single Room Supplement
    • Gratuities, Tips to Guides or Drivers

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Cancellation policy
https://www.asiahighlights.com/terms-of-use 

1. Payment Deposit & Final payment 

A deposit which is equal to 10% of the total tour cost is required at the time of booking. The full or final payment is required 30 days before departure for your Asia tour. Should the tour booked within 30 days before departure for your Asia tour, full payment is required.

Receipt of your deposit or final payment will indicate that you and your travel agent (when applicable) have read these Terms and Conditions, and that you (and your agent) have accepted them.

The Terms and Conditions below form the basis of the contractual relationship between China Highlights International Travel Service Co.,LTD (Business Certificate Number: L-GX00724) and its clients. It is extremely important that our clients understand and accept these Terms and Conditions as well as their quotations, itineraries and other relevant communication from our travel advisors.

* China Highlights, Asia Highlights, and Global Highlights are working together to provide you an exclusive, exciting, and worry-free tour experience in different destinations. Methods of Payment 

We are now able to offer 2 methods of Payment:

1. Visa or Master Card secure online payment via PayPal.

When you receive our proposal with quotation, In the email body, you will see a "PAY NOW" symbol, just click the Visa/Master Card PAY NOW symbol on the email payment request and you will be taken to the secure PAYPAL web site to make payment. If you are a PAYPAL member simply follow the usual system. If you are not a member it's easy to join and it's free! Or if you can pay us online to our paypal account directly at pays@chinahighlights.com after logging in your account at www.paypal.com Note: When either PayPal or Asia Highlights Travel has reason to believe that the payment you made is fraudulent, we reserve the right to hold your bookings and require another method of payment.

2. Wire transfer.

If you are booking your tour 30 days before your departure date, you may choose to make the payment by wire transfer. Our Bank Information for Wire transfer/Bank Transfer 

Bank Account 1: (Bank of Communications) Beneficiary: CHINA HIGHLIGHTS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SERVICE CO., LTD Address: China Highlights/ Building 6, Chuangyi Business Park, 70 Qilidian Road, Guilin, China 541004 Phone: 86-773-2831999 (all) Bank Name: Bank of Communications Guilin Branch Bank Address: 8 Nanhuan Road, Guilin, Guangxi, P.R.China Acct#: 453801000018010106940 SWIFT NUMBER: COMMCNSHGLN (Please use this if your bank requires ID or Beneficiary Bank, Routing) CNAPS Number: 301617000010 (necessary if the wire transfer is in Chinese currency/CNY) Branch Number: 301617000028 Post Code: 541002 ABA Number: 026-012-629

Bank Account 2: (DBS Bank (Hong Kong)) Beneficiary: China Highlights International Travel Service Co.,Ltd Account: 799662741 Bank Name: DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited Bank Address: 16/F, The Center, 99 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong SWIFT NUMBER: DHBKHKHH

Bank Account 3: (Bank of China) Beneficiary: CHINA HIGHLIGHTS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SERVICE CO.,LTD Account: 624968602107 Address: China Highlights/ Building 6, Chuangyi Business Park, 70 Qilidian Road, Guilin, China 541004 Bank Name: Bank of China, Guilin Branch Bank Address: No.2 Zhongshan Road Central.Guilin, Guangxi,China SWIFT NUMBER: BKCHCNBJ49C CNAPS Number: 104617080593

Note: Cash payment, travelers' check and company check is applicable upon special request, but personal checks cannot be accepted. 2. Cancellation Refund 

We would deeply regret your decision to cancel your trip to Asia, however we realize that there are many valid reasons that this can happen. In the event of a cancellation, you enjoy 100% refund of any payments made to Asia Highlights prior to 3 weeks before departure. The cancellation fee will be calculated as follows except specified by your travel advisor:

  • Cancellation received prior to 22 days before departure: 100 % refund of all monies paid.
  • Cancellation received from 15 to 21 days before departure: 70% refund of all monies paid.
  • Cancellation received from 8 to 14 days before departure: 50% refund of all monies paid.
  • Cancellation received from 0 to 7 days before departure: no refund.
  • If a guest tests positive for COVID-19 during their stay/tour, there will be no refund.
  • No-show travelers will be charged 100% of the payment.
  • After the trip has commenced, no refund for unused services due to your unwillingness/inability to participate, early departure, late arrival, or missed days on tours.
Special Notes

The terms for cancellation for tours of more than 10 people may vary from case to case. Please ask you travel advisor regarding the cancellation policy for a group of over 10 people. 3. Alteration of Itinerary 

Alterations to your itinerary before the booking are happily processed free of charge. Alterations after payment of the deposit will attract a fee of $25.00 per request. All expenses incurred by Asia Highlights in alteration of the booking are the responsibility of the customer. This includes all fees and charges levied by third parties such as cruise operators, airlines and hotels. 4. Travel Documents 

All clients must be in possession of a valid passport and necessary visas or permits at the commencement of travel. All such documentation is the sole responsibility of the client. Your travel advisor may assist you in applying for the necessary travel documentation upon request. Asia Highlights accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for the failure of clients to obtain appropriate documentation. 5.Health Requirements 

Clients should take into account all international travel risks and familiarize themselves with health requirements applicable to the areas they intend to visit. The client is solely responsible for checking the safety and security conditions, vaccination, and other health requirements of governments in countries visited or transited. 6. Insurance 

We highly recommend that you purchase full coverage travel insurance from you country of origin. 7. Complaints and Claims 

Shall you feel unsatisfied with any service Asia Highlights has provided, please notify your 7x24 hours available travel advisor or Asia Highlights Customer-care service to avoid the potential for similar problems happening again during your trip.

  • Phone no. or WhatsApp: +86 18007839275
  • Email: customercare@asiahighlights.com 
In the event of a complaint or claim for compensation, you must inform us by email, regular mail, or facsimile in writing within 15 days from the end of your tour. Relevant receipts and substantiating evidence must be attached to the letter of claim. Asia Highlights will not be liable for any claims made later than 15 days after the completion of your tour. 8.Communications 

You can contact Asia Highlights via the web form, email, or phone. If for any reason, you fail to receive any reply from Asia Highlights in regard of your tour status within 48 hours from the time you submitted the request for booking, modifying, or canceling a tour, please contact our customer service center immediately to ensure that we are able to deal with your inquiry under the terms of our Terms and Conditions.

  • Phone no. or WhatsApp: +86 18007839275
  • Email: customercare@asiahighlights.com 
9. Liability and Responsibility 
Asia Highlights provides tour information and Asia tour bookings. Asia Highlights publishes travel information and services gathered from the selected quality hotels, air ticket agencies and tour companies & operators. Asia highlights will not be responsible for errors, emissions or inaccuracies in information provided by third party providers.
Asia Highlights shall not be responsible for any wrongful or negligent or fraudulent, omissions, changes of itinerary, cancellation or the failure of any equipment operated by those suppliers or any other party not directly owned or controlled by Asia Highlights.
Asia Highlights shall not be liable for any loss, injury, or damage to person or property, alteration of itineraries or cancellation in part or in full, caused by climatic conditions, sea fire, breakdown of machinery or equipment, acts of government or other authorities, wars whether or not declared, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, thefts, epidemics, quarantines, medical or customs regulations, terrorist activities, or any other actions, omissions or conditions beyond Asia Highlights's control. Neither Asia Highlights nor any of its affiliates or subsidiaries shall be or become liable or responsible for any additional expenses of liability sustained or incurred by the tour member as a result of any of the aforementioned causes.
Asia Highlights is not responsible for a client's failure to comply with customs regulations.
Asia Highlights is not responsible for the theft or loss of any customer's valuables or items of personal property due to the negligence of the customer.
Asia Highlights reserves the right to substitute hotels, flights, trains, or cruise ships, to alter itineraries, or to cancel the tour prior to departure. If Asia Highlights has cancelled any tour prior to the commencement of the tour, Asia Highlights is liable for a full refund of the money received from the client.
Many of Asia Highlights tour packages include activities which require care and attention. Such activities include boarding and going ashore from boats, climbing hills and entering and exiting tombs and caves etc. You will receive help and advice from our representatives but all activities are undertaken at your own risk. Asia Highlights, its employees and agents cannot be responsible for any action or event that occurs after its said employees and agents have exercised their duty and taken the necessary care.
 
Asia Highlights reserves the right to modify or rescind the terms and conditions in whole, or in part at any time with or without notice.
10. Modification or Discontinuance of Service 
Asia Highlights reserves the right to modify or discontinue service to clients who behave illegally or objectionably toward its employees and agents. Offensive behavior includes behavior which is obscene, racially offensive or of a sexual nature.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
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Meals Included
Breakfast

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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