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Galle coastline

Private stay on Sri Lanka's south coast

11 days from £3,990pp
Galle coastline
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Tour highlights

  • Relax in your private, beachfront villa; perfect for six people.

  • Cycle through the paddy fields and countryside surrounding Galle.

  • Learn to cook traditional Sri Lankan cuisine.

  • Go in search of whales and dolphins around the coast.

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle Fort.

  • See elephants in Uda Walawe National Park.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international flights
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

With international flights from a choice of airports including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Colombo.

  • Your chauffeur-guide will meet you on arrival for your private transfer to your fully staffed villa, Tanamera Estate, near Galle. On arrival, relax, settle in and admire your beachfront home for the next nine nights.

    • Stilt fishermen just outside Galle
      Stilt fishermen just outside Galle
    • Seema Malaka Temple
      Seema Malaka Temple
    • Lighthouse, Galle, Sri Lanka
      Lighthouse, Galle, Sri Lanka

  • Today, your driver will take you to nearby Galle, where they'll show you around this fortified city before dropping you off at the home of a Galle local, famed for her cookery skills. Share local delicacies, learn, cook, and then eat together while hearing tales of life in the area.

    • Lighthouse in Galle
      Lighthouse in Galle
    • Gate into Galle Fort
      Gate into Galle Fort
    • Galle, Sri Lanka
      Galle, Sri Lanka

  • As long as the weather allows, head onto the waters of the south coast this morning, with an experienced crew, to look for whales and dolphins. The rest of the day is at leisure.

    • Young blue whale breaching not far from Sri Lanka's southern beaches
      Young blue whale breaching not far from Sri Lanka's southern beaches
    • Dutch Church, Galle, Sri Lanka
      Dutch Church, Galle, Sri Lanka
    • Beach near Galle, Sri Lanka
      Beach near Galle, Sri Lanka

  • A day at leisure to enjoy Tanamera. Relax by the pool under the palms, walk along the beach or play some of the games on hand at the villa.

    • Old gate to Galle Fort, Galle
      Old gate to Galle Fort, Galle
    • Lighthouse, Galle
      Lighthouse, Galle
    • South coast beaches near Galle, Sri Lanka
      South coast beaches near Galle, Sri Lanka

  • Take a day trip to Uda Walawe today with your chauffeur-guide, which takes a couple of hours. Head into the park for a game drive to see some of Sri Lanka's wildlife in this beautiful, natural habitat. You can also visit the Elephant Transit Centre, where the elephants who need some temporary support are fed and cared for.

    • Wild elephants, Udawalawe National Park
      Wild elephants, Udawalawe National Park
    • Udawalawe National Park
      Udawalawe National Park
    • Udawalawe Elephant Transit Centre
      Udawalawe Elephant Transit Centre

  • Swim, sunbathe, relax. Spend today at leisure to soak up the serenity of Tanamera.

    • Galle lighthouse
      Galle lighthouse
    • Galle lighthouse, Sri Lanka
      Galle lighthouse, Sri Lanka
    • Fishing boats off the coast of Galle
      Fishing boats off the coast of Galle

  • Sri Lanka is known for its tea production, so today you can visit a lowland tea estate. Learn about the plucking and processing and have the opportunity to taste a variety of leaves and flushes. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

    • Galle, Sri Lanka
      Galle, Sri Lanka
    • Galle, Sri Lanka
      Galle, Sri Lanka
    • Galle
      Galle

  • An opportunity to explore the wider area around Galle today, on a privately guided bicycle tour. Cycle through paddy fields and countryside, with plenty of photo stops and the chance to sample some fresh fruit along the way. Cool off in the pool back at your villa.

    • Cycling in Galle's surrounding countryside , Galle
      Cycling in Galle's surrounding countryside , Galle
    • Galle countryside
      Galle countryside
    • Galle coastline
      Galle coastline

  • A final day at leisure to relax in the villa.

  • Your chauffeur-guide will collect you and drive you to the airport in plenty of time for your flight today. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

Accommodation options

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When to go

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Colombo
 
Galle
 
Udawalawe National Park
 

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