Sri Lankan City Break Beach Stay

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Located close enough to the city of Colombo for easy access to enjoy the hustle and bustle of this fine city yet staying far enough away to experience idyllic peace and tranquillity, this City Break/Beach Stay offers the best of both worlds.

The prestigious Mount Lavinia Hotel is one of Sri Lankas oldest hotels, a colonial heritage hotel, with a wealth of fascinating history spanning over 210 years and once home to the Governor General. Set in one of the most breath-taking locations, the hotel offers luxury accommodation overlooking the Indian Ocean, a sensational dining experience, a rejuvenating spa, a refreshing swimming pool with a spacious lounging terrace and a pristine private paradise beach.

This all-year round holiday to Sri Lanka is perfect whether you are looking for a unique family holiday, a couples break, a solo trip or travelling with a group of friends – there is something for everyone!

Itinerary Highlights:

Staying at the famous Mount Lavinia Hotel
Beach/pool relaxation
Colombo City & Shopping Tour
Additional optional tours by request

10 Days

2+ Age

Beach

Family

Romance

Singles

Summer Deal

Destination
Included

All entrance fees

Expenses of personal nature

Star Accommodation

Transfers
Not Included

All applicable taxes

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Day 1: International Flight

Depart from the UK on an international flight to Colombo, travelling overnight.

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Day 2: Arrive and Refresh

Upon arrival in Colombo, you will be met by your driver and escorted to hotel in Mount Lavinia (approx. 1.5-hour drive) for you to enjoy a leisurely afternoon stroll along the picturesque sandy beach or to relax by the pool with a cocktail before dinner.

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Day 3: City Tour & Shopping

Today, your English-speaking guide and driver will introduce you to some of the famous sites of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and largest city. You will visit places such as Independence Square and Galle Face Green as well as local markets whilst your guide shares details that you might not have known otherwise. This is an ideal opportunity to familiarise yourself with the area should you decide to visit on your own later into your holiday as well as give you a greater insight than you would gleam on your own, such as being shown the back streets and hidden gems that many visitors miss.

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Day 4 - 9: Sun, Sea, Sand

This is the perfect location for those seeking idyllic beach and pool relaxation. The superbly trained, attentive hotel staff offer an exceptional service and capture the old-world charm of Grand Ceylon. We can arrange additional day tours at your request such as:

A chauffeured drive inland to visit the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage (approx. 3.5-hour drive time, but with plenty of interesting and forever changing scenery on-route). Home to over 90 wild Asian elephants, this orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground has the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In addition to the visiting the orphanage, in Pinnawela you can enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking the river whilst watching the elephants bathe, take ‘selfies’ close to these magnificent mammals and purchase traditional Sri Lankan souvenirs from the local market.
Experience a local train journey (approx. 2-hour) to visit the iconic sites of Galle, the provincial capital and largest city on the picturesque southwest coast of Sri Lanka’s. Galle is a fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16^th century; its stone sea walls encircle car-free streets making it a delight to explore on foot. You could visit Galle Fort, the largest remaining fortress in Asia and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Galle Lighthouse as well as visit local markets, stylish boutiques and quaint cafes.

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Day 10: Fly back home

Sadly, all good things come to an end and today you will be driven back to Colombo (drive time approx. 1.5-hour drive) for your return flight to the UK.

Make Your Own Memories

- Scheduled international flights (economy travel) from most of the major airports in the United Kingdom
- 8 nights accommodation at Mount Lavinia Hotel (C/S*) sharing a room
- Daily breakfast
- Travel in a private vehicle with your own chauffer guide
- Entrance fees to all sites and experiences as specified on the itinerary
- Sri Lanka ETA visa
- All applicable taxes with no hidden charges
- - C/S* denotes: Colonial style, equivalent to a 4*+ hotel