The Perfect Family Escape
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The Perfect Family Escape
14 nights & 15 days
Ayubowan — welcome to Sri Lanka. Chiford Travels shapes this route with private transport, licensed guiding, and stays chosen for comfort and location.
This 15-day family tours sample follows the Perfect Family Escape Route. Timings, hotels, and optional experiences are refined at enquiry stage to match your party and season.
Inquire nowCulture and hills to beach fun
DAY 01 Arrival Negombo & rest
- Meet-and-assist at Bandaranaike International Airport and private transfer to Negombo.
- Overnight near the lagoon to recover from travel.
DAY 02 Negombo >> Habarana
- Drive to Habarana in the Cultural Triangle—your base for wildlife and ancient sites.
- Evening at leisure at your family-friendly lodge.
DAY 03 Habarana
- Full day from Habarana—optional Minneriya elephant safari or Sigiriya visit.
- Flexible pacing matched to your children’s ages and interests.
DAY 04 Habarana >> Kandy
- Transfer to Kandy—the hill capital and Temple of the Tooth.
- Check in with time for a lake-side stroll or cultural show.
DAY 05 Kandy
- Full day in Kandy—botanical gardens, temple visits, and local markets.
- Family-friendly activities with comfortable rest breaks.
DAY 06 Kandy >> Nuwara Eliya
- Scenic drive into tea country—estates and cool Nuwara Eliya air.
- Check in with optional Gregory Lake activities for children.
DAY 07 Nuwara Eliya
- Leisure day in Nuwara Eliya—tea tastings, estate walks, or playground time.
- Cool-climate fun before Ella.
DAY 08 Nuwara Eliya >> Ella
- Transfer to Ella—Nine Arch Bridge and easy hill-country walks.
- Overnight in the village atmosphere.
DAY 09 Ella
- Full day in Ella—Little Adam’s Peak, Ravana Falls, or train-spotting at the bridge.
- Active options for older children and gentle paths for younger ones.
DAY 10 Ella >> Yala
- Descend to Yala National Park for a wildlife chapter—jeep safaris for the whole family.
- Lodge overnight near the park gates.
DAY 11 Yala >> Weligama
- Morning safari opportunity, then coastal drive to Weligama’s palm-lined bay.
- Beach-side overnight with optional surf taster sessions.
DAY 12 Weligama
- Full day on the south coast—beach time, snorkelling, or whale watching (seasonal).
- Relaxed family pacing before the west coast.
DAY 13 Weligama >> Bentota
- Coastal transfer to Bentota—river safaris and resort beaches.
- Overnight on the west coast before heading to Colombo.
DAY 14 Bentota >> Colombo
- Scenic drive from Bentota to Colombo—the capital’s markets and waterfront.
- City overnight before your departure flight.
DAY 15 Colombo >> BIA
- Private transfer from Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport for your outbound flight.
- Departure assistance coordinated with your flight time.
Tour Highlights
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Inclusions
- Accommodation in selected hotels as per itinerary
- Daily breakfast/dinner at all hotels
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour
- English-speaking chauffeur guide service
- Train tickets for the scenic hill country journey
- All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees for included sites (as specified in the itinerary)
- 2 bottles of drinking water per person per day
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (BIA)
- Fuel, parking, highway tolls, and driver accommodation
- All government taxes and service charges
Exclusions
- International airfare (air tickets)
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified in the itinerary)
- Personal expenses (shopping, laundry, beverages, etc.)
- Optional activities and experiences not listed in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities for the driver/guide
- SIM cards, Wi-Fi devices, or personal communication costs
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Any expenses arising due to flight delays, weather, or unforeseen circumstances
Payment policies
- Fifty percent on confirmation; balance due two weeks before arrival unless full settlement on confirmation is preferred.
Payment methods
- Bank transfer
Here is your Perfect Family Escape Route
Habarana and Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ella in the highlands, Yala wildlife, Weligama and Bentota on the coast, then Colombo and airport departure—balanced for all ages.
- BIA
- Negombo
- Habarana
- Kandy
- Nuwara Eliya
- Ella
- Yala
- Weligama
- Bentota
- Colombo
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