Sri Lanka holidays offer huge variety; pristine beaches, hilltop plantations, ancient cities, cave temples and an extraordinary abundance of wildlife.

Sri Lanka is the 'teardrop' of the Indian Ocean, a country of rich colour, breathtaking beauty and delightful contrasts. 

A Luxury holiday to Sri Lanka is ideal for a touring holiday, as within a relatively short time you can travel from sweeping beaches to fascinating ancient cities, or from a tropical safari park to the cooler climes of a tea plantation.

The entire island is full of incredible experiences home to an abundance of exotic birds and wildlife including elephants and leopards. The cuisine is delicious, and the locals are friendly with an easy smile, meaning that wherever you are, you're made to feel very welcome.

It's also a wonderful destination to experience live cricket, with England regularly touring some of the most picturesque stadiums in the world here.

Best locations for Luxury Holidays in Sri Lanka

A major city in Sri Lanka’s Central Province, Kandy is second only in size to Colombo. Set among tea plantations in the hills, it has rightly earned its spot on the well-trodden touring trail.

An ancient trading port, Galle is on the south-western tip of Sri Lanka and is considered one of the country’s major hubs. A fortified city, built by the Portuguese, the Galle Fort is listed as a world heritage site.

Nuwara Eliya is in the central province of Sri Lanka and is considered the premier location for tea production in the country.

Where to stay in Sri Lanka

Amangalla lies within Galle Fort’s historic ramparts, an ideal base for the exploration of the Fort and town of Galle and to discover the delights of southern Sri Lanka. All rooms are luxurious in a collection of stunning buildings that date back over 400 years and you can truly indulge at The Baths with hydrotherapy and water massage pools.

Alternatively, stay at The Fortress; with its contemporary features including a glass cave housing an array of new and old-world wines, a panoramic bar, an art gallery and a fibre optic lit pool. A peaceful haven to enjoy the cool of the climate sitting at 500m, Kandy is culturally fascinating. It is dominated by its lake and the nearby Temple of the Tooth; one of the most sacred places for worship in Buddhism and situated beside the King’s Palace in the hills - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route to the city visit the SpiceGardens of Matale on the Kandy Matale road.

Ask our Travel Specialists about a multi-centre escape that will take in the fascinating history, diverse culture and stunning landscape of this enchanting island nation; a desirable destination for the discerning traveller.

Nikhil

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Set in a ten-acre reserve beside both the jungle and beach, the Uga Jungle Beach is a boutique hotel located on the east...

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Spend some time in Sri Lanka’s picturesque hill country and in the midst of the rolling tea plantations with a stay at M...

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The first houseboat in Sri Lanka, Yathra by Jetwing is based on the Bentota River, close to the popular beach resort of ...

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Located by the border of the Yala National Park, Cinnamon Wild is a superb game lodge home to 66 chalets. Yala National ...

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Cinnamon Citadel
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Located in the natural heart of Sri Lankan beauty, Cinnamon Citadel is a captivating tribute to the history, serenity, a...

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Amaya Signature
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Set on the banks of Kandalama Lake between Sirigiya and the Dambulla Cave Temples, this peaceful resort is well placed t...

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Combining low-key luxury with a dedication to environmental responsibility, this beachside resort provides the ultimate ...

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Highlights of Sri Lanka

A short tour introducing the cultural highlights of Sigirya, Dambulla and Kandy along with Millennium Elephant Foundatio...

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10 nights from £3,486 per person

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Discover Sri Lanka

Our most popular tour of Sri Lanka which includes visits to many World Heritage Sites and the central highlands Tea Coun...

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Sri Lanka Heritage plus Maldives

Sri Lanka promises scenic views, a friendly welcome, delicious cuisine and incredibly rich history; on this tour we’ve h...

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  • Time zone: +5.5 GMT
  • Flight time: 10-13 hours
  • Recommended airlines: Emirates, Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airlines
  • Currency: Sri Lankan rupee
  • Tipping guideline: Discretionary
  • Health considerations: travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/204/sri-lanka
  • Capital: Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (administrative), Colombo (commercial)
  • Population: 2.19305e+007
  • National languages: Sinhalese, Tamil, English
  • Electricity and plugs: Type D, M, G, 230V
  • Mobile phone coverage: Good
  • UK passport visa requirements: gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/sri-lanka/entry-requirements

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