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Go biking amid the astonishing ruins of ancient civilisations, scale a mini mountain in Tea Country, seek out leopards and elephants on safari, and finally unwind amid the sheer bliss of a luxury tropical beach hotel.
We venture north into the Cultural Triangle for some easy-going and fascinating history lessons accompanied by bike rides through paddyfields and even the option of horse riding through stunning landscapes. Next, we’ll head towards the verdant tea plantations in the centre of the island where a mini mountain is waiting to be scaled. Then, we sample Sri Lanka’s wildlife wonders, from leopards to elephants. The natural history of Yala National Park will leave everyone in awe. And finally just a stone’s throw from Galle fort are a series of beautiful beaches with gentle surf which is perfect for the kids to master the art of body boarding or surfing.
What's Included
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International flights
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Private expert family guides
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Hand-picked child friendly hotels
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Interactive and interesting activities for kids
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Dedicated Family Escapologist support 24/7
Tailor-Made Itineraries
1TELL US YOUR YONDER-LUST
We’ll get to know you and how you would spend your perfect holiday. Personal service as you’ve always wished it could be!
2TAILORED FOR YOU
Each and every itinerary is unique, and we'll refine yours until you're as excited as we are.
3BOUTIQUE SERVICE
From arrival to departure you'll be accompanied the whole way by our carefully-chosen guides and drivers.
Sample itinerary in full
Remember: Every Yonder itinerary is uniquely created to suit our individual clients. Destinations, hotels, lengths of stay and even modes of transport are all decided by you, with the help of our local knowledge and expert guidance.
DAYS 1-4 | Cultural Triangle
Highlights: Bike around the ancient city of Anuradhapura; Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress; Visit Dambulla Caves
As your plane touches down in Colombo airport, your family holiday in Sri Lanka, your private Yonder chauffeur guide will be waiting to seamlessly transport you north towards the Cultural Triangle. You’ll check into the luxurious and exotic Ulagalla resort where the children can roam free (or under supervision from one of the willing hotel staff) on foot, on bikes or on horseback, safe in the vast estate. Its from here that you’ll climb the Lion Fortress, also known as Sigiriya Rock, and visit the fantastic interactive museum at its base.
Your included hotel
Ulagalla
Your alternative hotel choices
Vil Uyana
Cinnamon Lodge
The Mud House
DAYS 4-7 | Tea Country
Highlights: Tea factory experience; Climb Mini Adam's Peak; Bike over the Nine Arch bridge; Travel by train
The drive towards Ella in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Tea Country is spectacular. On arrival at Nine Skies perched above the Finlay Tea Estate, you’ll immediately feel at home. It will act as your basecamp for the assent of Mini Adam’s Peak, a bite-sized challenge perfect for youngsters. And after you’ve run out of puff you can jump aboard a train and travel over the famous, colonial-era Nine Skies Bridge for a unique new perspective on this exceptional country.
Your included hotel
Nine Skies
Your alternative hotel choices
Ceylon Tea Trails
Living Heritage Koslanda
Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge
Jetwing St Andews
DAYS 7-9 | Yala National Park
Highlights: Private safari; Wildlife galore; Expert naturalists
Arriving at your tented safari camp, the youngsters will immediately sense the excitement in the air. Kulu Safaris, on the edge of the national park, is itself a thoroughfare for amazing wildlife. You’ll go on two private safaris into the park and will hopefully encounter leopards, elephants, sloth bear, jackals and a variety of other mammals, birds and reptiles. The watering hole within the safari camp can be explored by canoe with a guide, who will happily teach your little fledglings about the extraordinary nature.
Your included hotel
Kulu Safari Camp
Your alternative hotel choices
Chena Huts
Cinnamon Wild
DAYS 9-14 | Galle and the Southern Beaches
Highlights: Private walking tour of Galle Fort; Beautiful beaches: Safe surfing
Following the southern coast, you explore the lighthouse at Dondra, the southernmost point in Sri Lanka, before continuing on towards Galle. Your destination is the delightful Frangipani Tree, perfectly located between Galle Fort and a number of safe surfing and swimming beaches. Your driver will be on hand to take you into the old colonial fort for a child orientated tour with our favourite resident historian. You’ll explore the alleyways and ramparts, hearing captivating stories of years gone by.
Your included hotel
Frangipani Tree
Your alternative hotel choices
Kahanda Kanda
Amangalla
Fort Bazaar
The Fortress
Postcards from our previous clients
David Edwards
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Chris
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Harriet Partridge
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Hotels featured in this itinerary
Ulagalla
In the heart of Cultural Triangle and up close with nature: ecologically constructed villas spread across 58 acres where you can encounter monkeys, peacocks and lumbering elephants. Think sustainable luxury in paradise, with sp... View this hotel
Vil Uyana
In the shadow of Sigiriya Rock, and described by Harper’s Bazaar as Sri Lanka’s best eco luxury hotel. Water, marsh, garden, paddy and forest room locations, some with private plunge pools. Thatched roofs, bamboo and teak e... View this hotel
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What you get for your money
This itinerary would typically cost from £3,100pp inclusive of international flights staying in the specified hotels and having the services of a private chauffeur and guide.
The costs vary based on season, flights, room type and board basis. All our holidays are tailor-made and can be created around your budget.
Every Yonder itinerary is uniquely created to suit our individual clients. Destinations, hotels, lengths of stay and even modes of transport are all decided by you, with the help of our local knowledge and expert guidance.
All Yonder holidays include flights, carefully curated hotels. private drivers, expert guides and local concierges alongside 24/7 support from Yonder should it ever be needed so you know you are in safe hands.We are immensely proud of our unique and in-depth expertise of the destinations we offer. Unlike some travel companies, each hotel we feature is handpicked and personally experienced by us so we can give you the inside story. We also carefully choose our guides based on their their exhaustive knowledge and professionalism to ensure you have a perfect holiday.
What’s the process?
We love to chat. Tell us about your Yonderlust, your travel tastes, your wishes and desires. The more we know the better and we will make a few suggestions based on extensive our first-hand experience.
Once we‘ve glimpsed your travel soul we will start crafting your unique itinerary. And then we will refine it until you’re as excited as we are.
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