Day 1 – Colombo | Where the Island Whispers Its First Hello
Your Sri Lankan story begins in the vibrant heart of Colombo. After arriving, you’re transferred to your hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean, a stylish hotel rising above the city. Spend the afternoon discovering Colombo’s contrasts, colonial facades beside modern towers, bustling markets softened by leafy boulevards. As evening settles in, relax at your hotel and soak in the rhythm of the capital.
Overnight at Shangri La Hotel Colombo
Day 2 – Colombo to Kandy | From Urban Pulse to Sacred Hills
Leaving the bustling city of Colombo behind, the road winds inland toward the cultural soul of the island. Along the way, By mid-afternoon, you arrive in Kandy and check in at the Tuscan styed villa, Bougainvillea Restreat, nestled overlooking the Victoria reservoir. As dusk falls, visit the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a deeply moving experience steeped in devotion and history and witness a colourful and bright cultural dance show.
Overnight at Bougainvillea Retreat Digana
Day 3 – Kandy | Greens Framed by Mountains
Today is dedicated to a round of golf at the scenic Victoria Golf Club, widely regarded as one of Asia’s most beautiful courses. Surrounded by rolling hills and tranquil waters, it’s a day where sport and scenery blend seamlessly.
Overnight at Bougainvillea Retreat Digana
Day 4 – Kandy | At Your Own Pace
Wake to misty hills and birdsong. Spend the day exactly as you wish, wander through Kandy’s markets, explore hidden temples, or simply unwind by the pool with views of the surrounding greenery or simply head to the Victoria Gold Club for another round of golf.
Overnight at Bougainvillea Retreat Digana
Day 5 – Kandy to Nuwara Eliya | Into the Tea Country
The journey climbs higher today, tracing winding roads through emerald tea estates and cool mountain air. Stop at a working tea plantation in Ramboda, Bluefield Tea Factory to learn the art behind Sri Lanka’s most famous export and enjoy a freshly brewed cup at its source. By afternoon, arrive in colonial-era Nuwara Eliya and check into the iconic Grand Hotel, a timeless landmark overlooking manicured gardens and the racecourse.
Overnight at the Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Day 6 – Nuwara Eliya | Tee Off in the Highlands
Begin the morning with a round of golf at the historic Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, where traditions linger and the climate feels distinctly English. Surrounded by lush greenery and the crisp mountain air, this is a round of golf that blends challenge with breathtaking beauty.
Overnight at the Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
Day 7 – Nuwara Eliya to Hambantota | Highlands to Ocean Horizons
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and later, descend from the hills toward the southern coast, where palm trees replace pines and the Indian Ocean stretches endlessly ahead. Check in at the luxurious Shangri-La Hambantota.
Overnight at Shangri La Hambantota
Days 8 to 10 – Hambantota | Where Golf, Wildlife, and the Sea Converge
The next three nights are spent in pure coastal indulgence. At Shangri-La Hambantota Golf & Beach Resort, your days unfold at an unhurried pace. Enjoy two rounds of golf on the resort’s stunning course, relax by the expansive pools, or stroll along untouched beaches. One day brings adventure with a safari in Yala National Park, home to dramatic landscapes and the world’s highest concentration of leopards and on another day you will be taken on a safari in Udawalawe National Park where you will see herds of elephants together.
Overnight at Shangri La Hambantota
Day 11 – Hambantota to Colombo | Along the Forts of the South
Travel back toward Colombo along the sun-kissed southern coastline. En route, stop at the historic city of Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk the ramparts of its Dutch-era fort, wander cobbled streets, and admire colonial architecture overlooking the sea. Continue onward to Colombo for your last couple of days in Sri Lanka.
Overnight at Shangri La Hotel Colombo
Day 12 – Colombo | A Grand Finale on the Fairway
Your journey comes full circle with a round of golf at the prestigious Royal Colombo Golf Club, one of the oldest clubs outside the UK.
As evening falls, enjoy farewell drinks at Kampong Bar in Slave Island, a stylish setting to toast the memories of your journey. The night concludes with a celebratory dinner at the iconic Ministry of Crab, where world class Sri Lankan flavours provide the perfect finale to your island experience.
Overnight at Shangri La Hotel Colombo
Day 13 – Departure | Until the Island Calls Again
After breakfast, you’re transferred to Colombo International Airport for your onward journey home, carrying memories of misty hills, sacred cities, wild coastlines, and perfectly played fairways.
Best Time to Travel
Sri Lanka welcomes travelers year-round, but the ideal time for this itinerary is December to March, when the southern coast enjoys warm sunshine, lower humidity, and minimal rainfall, perfect for golf, sightseeing, and beachside relaxation.
