Sri Lanka is the Indian Ocean's best-kept secret, and one of the few destinations where you can combine palm-fringed beaches, misty tea plantations, ancient temples and big-game safaris in a single trip. Known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean," this stunning island offers so much to see and do, making it one of the best value long-haul destinations for couples, families and honeymooners alike.
Whether you're after a fully tailor-made itinerary or a ready-built Sri Lanka package holiday, our Travel Advisors have years of first-hand experience on the ground and will build your trip around exactly how you want to travel, and your budget.
Let our expert team guide you through your Sri Lankan holiday experience. Our Travel Advisors have been visiting and booking Sri Lanka since 1988, and their wealth of expertise is at your disposal to ensure you have the best holiday possible in Sri Lanka.
Charter Travel believe in total personalisation; we know that no two travellers are alike, and your Sri Lanka holiday should reflect that. Whether you are planning a getaway to see wildlife, tea plantations, and ancient history, or wanting to pair Sri Lanka with another iconic destination such as The Maldives, our team will tailor-make your bespoke Sri Lankan holiday to your exact specifications.
Every Sri Lanka holiday booked with Charter Travel is fully ATOL and ABTA protected, so your flights, accommodation and money are safe from the moment you book.
Think unspoiled beaches, uninhabited islands, and beautiful boutique resorts. We know the hidden gems, and we know where to experience the best of the best luxury resorts in Sri Lanka… And we are here to share that knowledge with you!
Your 2026 / 2027 a Sri Lanka holiday starts now. Contact our travel advisors today, and let's begin planning your Sri Lanka adventure. With Charter Travel you're not just booking a trip, you're booking your perfect holiday that will create memories to last a lifetime.
Sri Lanka and The Maldives Holiday - see lush landscapes scenery and wildlife in Sri Lanka then enjoy beach bliss and the stunning Indian Ocean in The Maldives!
Explore the Golden Triangle and the best of Sri Lanka on this 15-day holiday from the UK. Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Kandy, Yala National Park and more — from £2,260pp. Tailor-made by Charter Travel - established in 1988 and rated 4.9 Excellent on Trustpilot with over 1000 verified customer reviews across Trustpilot and Google. ATOL licence 4151, ABTA F8106.
Discover our 14-night Sri Lanka and Seychelles holiday - a 2 week itinerary combining Sri Lanka's culture, wildlife and scenery with Seychelles stunning beaches and landscape.
A 15-day Kerala and Sri Lanka twin centre holiday combining backwaters, tea hills, temples and wildlife safaris. Tailor-made tours from the UK, from £2,875pp. ABTA & ATOL protected.
Book this 2026 Sri Lanka holiday which will take you to stunning beaches, let you walk among ancient temples, and see amazing wildlife like elephants and leopards in the Yala National Park!
Discover Sri Lanka on your honeymoon and enjoy stunning landscapes, amazing boutique hotel, emerald blue waters and much more!
Book a holiday to Sri Lanka for 2026 / 2027 and see Sri Lanka's stunning landscapes and cities, including: Negombo, Anuradhapura, Habarana, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Tissamaharama, Hikkaduwa OR Ahungalla
Book this Sri Lanka Beach Resort holiday staying at either Hikkaduwa or Ahungalla. This trip will also include a visit to Kandy Habarana and Negombo
Book this Sri Lanka wildlife and beaches holiday for 2026 and visit Negombo and the elephants in Udawalawe, spend time on safaris catch a glimpse of the leopards, relax on the beaches of Hikkaduwa or Ahungalla
Enjoy the cultural wonders of Colombo, the ancient charm of the Dambulla Cave Temple, the iconic journey to Nuwara Eliya via train, visits to tea plantations and much more with this Sri Lanka 10-night holiday!
Explore the cultural landscape of Sri Lanka in Colombo, a city of traditional charm and cosmopolitan energy. Get back to nature in Yala National Park, where elephants and leopards roam freely. Unwind on some of the world's most beautiful, uncrowded coastlines. And step back in time at ancient temples and royal ruins dating back over 2,000 years.
Sri Lanka pairs naturally with several other Indian Ocean and Asian destinations thanks to short onward flight times. Popular combinations include:
A Sri Lanka package holiday with Charter Travel is built around you — but every trip includes the essentials so you can book with total confidence.
Every Sri Lanka holiday package includes return flights from the UK, private airport transfers, and carefully selected accommodation ranging from boutique colonial-era hotels to 5-star beach resorts. Most multi-stop itineraries also include a private car with driver/guide, so you can explore at your own pace without the hassle of self-driving or public transport.
Prefer to follow a proven route? Choose one of our bestselling Sri Lanka itineraries below, each fully costed and ready to book. Want something more personal? Our Travel Advisors will tailor-make your trip from scratch - combining the regions, hotels and experiences that matter most to you, whether that's wildlife safaris, tea country, beach time or a twin-centre add-on to the Maldives or India.
Sri Lanka divides neatly into a handful of distinct regions, and most holidays combine two or three of them into one trip.
Home to Sri Lanka's most extraordinary ancient sites, the Cultural Triangle is where you'll find Sigiriya Rock Fortress — a 5th-century palace built atop a 200-metre granite outcrop - alongside the cave temples of Dambulla and the ruined royal city of Polonnaruwa. It's an essential stop on any first-time Sri Lanka holiday and pairs naturally with a stay near Habarana or Sigiriya itself.
Sri Lanka's spiritual heart, Kandy is home to the Temple of the Tooth and a beautiful lake-side setting. From here, the train journey into the hill country — through Nuwara Eliya and the tea plantations around Ella - is regularly named one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world. Expect cool mountain air, rolling green tea estates, waterfalls, and colonial-era plantation bungalows.
The south coast is Sri Lanka's classic beach escape, anchored by the Dutch colonial fort town of Galle. Mirissa and Hikkaduwa offer golden sand, surf, and some of the best whale-watching in the world (blue and sperm whales are regularly spotted November to April). This region is best combined with the Cultural Triangle or hill country for a complete first-time itinerary.
Quieter and less developed than the south, the east coast, around Passikudah and Trincomalee, has calm, shallow waters, excellent diving and snorkelling, and a real sense of getting off the beaten path. Best visited May to September, when the south-west monsoon affects the other side of the island.
Sri Lanka has one of the highest leopard densities in the world, and Yala National Park is the best place to see one, alongside elephants, sloth bears and prolific birdlife. Wilpattu, in the north-west, is quieter and home to the world's second-largest leopard population — a great alternative for travellers wanting a more exclusive safari experience.
Sri Lanka's capital is often used purely as a flight hub, but it's worth a night or two in its own right — think artisan boutiques, colonial architecture, rooftop bars and some of the country's best seafood restaurants.
Sri Lanka has two monsoon seasons that affect opposite coasts, which means there's actually a good time to visit somewhere on the island all year round.
December to March - the best time for the south and west coasts (Galle, Mirissa, Colombo) and the Cultural Triangle. Dry, sunny, and the most popular window for UK travellers.
May to September - the best time for the east coast (Passikudah, Trincomalee), while the south-west sees more rain. Hill country (Kandy, Nuwara Eliya) stays relatively mild year-round, though it can be cooler and wetter from October to January.
If your itinerary combines beach and cultural sightseeing, December to March is generally the easiest time to plan around.
Most first-time visitors spend 10–14 nights in Sri Lanka, which allows enough time to combine the Cultural Triangle, hill country and a south coast beach stay without feeling rushed. Shorter breaks of 7–9 nights work well if you focus on just two regions (for example Cultural Triangle and beach), while 14+ nights gives room to add a twin-centre extension to the Maldives, Seychelles or India.
UK passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to visit Sri Lanka, which can be applied for online in advance of travel. Our Travel Advisors can guide you through the process when you book.
Direct flights from London to Colombo take approximately 10.5–11 hours. We work with a range of airlines and UK departure airports to find the best route for your trip.
The local currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). ATMs are widely available in cities and tourist areas, and major credit cards are accepted in most hotels and larger restaurants, though cash is useful for smaller towns and markets.
Sri Lanka package holidays with Charter Travel start from around £2340pp for a 10-night trip including flights, accommodation and a private driver/guide. Prices vary depending on the season, hotel category and number of regions visited — speak to our Travel Advisors for a tailored quote.
Most first-time visitors spend 10–14 nights in Sri Lanka to comfortably combine the Cultural Triangle, hill country and a beach stay. Shorter trips of 7–9 nights work well if you focus on fewer regions.
December to March is best for the south and west coasts and the Cultural Triangle, while May to September is best for the east coast. The hill country remains relatively mild year-round.
Yes, UK passport holders need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling to Sri Lanka. This can be done online in advance.
Direct flights from London to Colombo take approximately 10.5–11 hours.
Yes. Sri Lanka is one of the easiest long-haul destinations for first-timers and families thanks to its small size, short distances between regions, and the variety of beaches, wildlife and culture all within easy reach of each other.
Yes, Sri Lanka is a popular twin-centre destination thanks to short flight connections. Sri Lanka & the Maldives, and Sri Lanka & India, are two of our most popular combined itineraries.
Our packages typically include return flights, accommodation, private airport transfers, and, for multi-stop itineraries, a private car with driver/guide. All packages are ATOL and ABTA protected.
Sri Lanka is generally considered a safe destination for tourists. As with any trip, we recommend checking the latest FCDO travel advice before booking and before you travel.
A package holiday follows a pre-built, fully costed itinerary ready to book as-is. A tailor-made holiday is built from scratch around your preferences, timeframe and budget. We offer both, and our Travel Advisors can adapt any of our bestselling itineraries to suit you.
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