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EasySri Lanka Budget: Tea, Temples & Surf
The world's best-value island
Colombo, Kandy & Mirissa, Sri Lanka
12 days
4.8 (115 reviews)
Groups of 2–14
About this experience
Sri Lanka consistently tops best-value travel lists — and rightly so. Incredible ancient ruins, spice-scented hill country, the world's best whale watching off the south coast, and waves that rival anywhere on earth, all for a fraction of what you'd pay in Southeast Asia.
Highlights
Sigiriya Lion Rock — sunrise climb
Polonnaruwa ancient ruins by bicycle
Train through the tea estate hills (most scenic in Asia)
Mirissa blue & sperm whale watching
Surf lessons at Weligama or Hiriketiya
Galle Dutch Fort & beach sunset
Included
- Return flights from London
- 10 nights accommodation (guesthouses & eco-lodges)
- Private driver for first 5 days
- Scenic train Kandy–Ella–Colombo
- Whale watching boat
- Surf lesson (1 session)
Not included
- All meals (£10–15/day comfortably)
- Temple entry fees (very affordable)
- Personal spending
Best time to visit: November–April (south & west); May–September (east)
Location
Starting from
£999/ person
Up to £1,600 pp depending on options
Duration12 days
Group size2–14 people
Activity levelEasy
Spread the cost with 0% interest instalments over 3, 6 or 12 months.
No payment required at this stage. Our team will prepare a tailored proposal.