Sri Lanka holidays

Our Travel Expert, Sally, has recently returned from a Sri Lanka holiday. Read her account of her trip in On Location.

Holiday in Sri Lanka and enjoy the perfect combination of culture and relaxation. A week spent travelling through the beautiful, green and varied interior can be capped with a few days of relaxation on the beach. Sri Lanka is much greener than India, there are less people and, being Buddhist, there is a different atmosphere.

Sri Lanka is an excellent family destination and any holiday in Sri Lanka can be adapted to balance the cultural element with beach depending on personal requirements. Don't forget the wildlife of the island, which is rich and varied.








Sri Lanka is the perfect place for dividing your time between relaxing at the beach and visiting its historical monuments many of which are designated UNESCO World Heritage sites. Known as the Cultural Triangle they include the ancient capitals of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura, with its sacred Bo Tree, and the 200m high Lion Rock of Sigiriya whose view from the top is a reward after the steep climb. Climb the many steps up to Dambulla Caves to see the intricate frescoes on the walls and ceilings all showing scenes from the Buddhas life and Sinhalese history. In all these places monks, dressed in their saffron coloured robes, add to the sense of calm and history, which one cannot help to feel and appreciate.








A Private Journey to Sri Lanka & the Maldives

Sri Lanka is perfect for a two-week holiday in itself, but with direct daily flights, it is easy to combine with the Maldives. Click here to download.