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Luxury Sri Lanka Suggested Itinerary

We’ve gone all out on this chic Sri Lanka trip, picking all our favourite uber-luxe hotels around the Tear Drop Island so you can see it all in style.

You’ll travel in comfort too – a private chauffeur will whisk you around Sri Lanka’s must-see destinations and sights; they’ll also let you in on the best off-the-beaten track spots and side-of-the-road eateries that can only come from someone who knows the country inside out. You’ll hit all the hotspots like the Cultural Triangle, Hill Country and Yala National Park and rest your head in some the best addresses in town.

Suggested itinerary
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Itinerary overview

Days 1 to 3

Sigiriya

First up is the Cultural Triangle where the clue’s in the name. This is where you’ll discover man...

Day 4

Kandy

Your indulgent journey continues to Kandy, a busy city that has a rich and varied backstory. You’...

Days 5 to 6

Dickoya

Start your next travel day with an included Kandy tour that takes in its highlights: the Temple o...

Days 7 to 8

Ella

Another day, another region of the stunning Hill Country. And to reach your next destination, you...

Days 9 to 10

Yala

Swap tea plantations and rolling hills for the wildlife-rich national park of Yala. You’ll descen...

Days 11 to 13

Tangalle

It’s finally time to peace out; your final stop is Anantara Peace Haven in Tangalle. This stunnin...

Days 1 to 3

Sigiriya

First up is the Cultural Triangle where the clue’s in the name. This is where you’ll discover many of the country’s former capitals like Anuradhapura which now sit in wonderfully atmospheric ruins; heritage-meets-nature icons like Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temples (an early morning climb of the former is included, and you can add an optional visit to the latter); and elephant-rich national parks where you could add on a safari. Your hotel for the three nights here is the stunning Water Garden Sigiriya, a boutique retreat surrounded by water and rice paddies with jaw-dropping views of the rock itself.

Day 4

Kandy

Your indulgent journey continues to Kandy, a busy city that has a rich and varied backstory. You’ll be treated like royalty at your home for the night, King’s Pavilion. It’s tucked away from the bustle of the centre of Kandy but within easy reach some independent city time.

Days 5 to 6

Dickoya

Start your next travel day with an included Kandy tour that takes in its highlights: the Temple of the Tooth and the totally tropical Botanic Gardens. Then it’s time to head on up to the Hill Country where you’ll pause for a couple of nights at Uga Halloowella in Dickoya. A whole day has been set aside for you to just soak up the reservoir-meets-mountain views or to explore the surrounding tea hills.

Days 7 to 8

Ella

Another day, another region of the stunning Hill Country. And to reach your next destination, you’ll take one of the most scenic rail journeys on Earth that passes through tea plantations, past waterfalls and along gloriously gorgeous hillsides. As soon as you’ve reached Ella, you’ll be whisked off to a hotel that sits at the top of our absolute favourites list: Nine Skies. You’ll have an entire free day here and we are pretty sure you won’t want to leave. But that’s fine as you can chill in the infinity pool, learn some new skills during a cooking class and dine in the in the bungalow gardens. Pure perfection.

Days 9 to 10

Yala

Swap tea plantations and rolling hills for the wildlife-rich national park of Yala. You’ll descend from Ella and head south east towards Uga Chena Huts, a wonderful hideaway between the Indian Ocean and the park. You’ll head off on safaris in the morning and evening, on the lookout for elephants, sloth bears, endemic birds and of course, leopards. Between game drives, make the most of your African safari-inspired luxe huts, which come complete with a blissful private pool.

Days 11 to 13

Tangalle

It’s finally time to peace out; your final stop is Anantara Peace Haven in Tangalle. This stunning resort is set out over 21 acres, so you’ll easily find your own little corner. We can highly recommend the spa where lily pools and the sound of running water instil an overwhelming feeling of calm – as do the Ayurvedic therapies and the complimentary yoga and meditation sessions.

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