Description
Discover the highlights of Sri Lanka on this 10 Day Sri Lanka Solo Journey W/Flights through the island’s cultural heart, spectacular hill country and beautiful southern coast. Experience the authentic side of Sri Lanka with our single traveller tour, travelling from the Cultural Triangle to Kandy, the tea country, Ella and Hikkaduwa.
Begin your journey in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, visiting a local fish market and experiencing village life in Hiriwaduna, including a traditional bullock cart ride, ‘oruwa’ boat journey and home-cooked village lunch. Explore the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy a scenic kayaking adventure on Kala Wewa. Continue to Kandy and enjoy a special home-dining experience with a Kandyan family before travelling into the cool central highlands. Visit a traditional tea factory and enjoy a scenic train journey through the emerald-green tea plantations and mountain landscapes.
In Ella, set off on one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic walking routes with a section of the famous Pekoe Trail, followed by an evening street food adventure. Continue south to the coastal Hikkaduwa where your journey will end with a special farewell seafood dinner, sharing the highlights and memories of your Sri Lankan adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Authentic Hiriwaduna Village Experience
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Kala Wewa Kayaking
- Kandyan Family Home & Culinary Experience
- Scenic Nanu Oya–Demodara Train Journey
- Pekoe Trail Walking Track
- Galle Fort & Southern Coast
- Farewell Seafood Dinner
INCLUSIONS
This 10 Day Sri Lanka Solo Journey W/Flights includes 9 nights 4-star accommodation in your own room – of course couples can also travel and share a room! International flights from Australia, daily breakfast and selected meals, sightseeing, transfers, a chauffeur/guide and more. Each group is capped at a maximum of 12 people, offering a more personal small group travel experience. Travel on selected dates until October 2027. Please contact us for more information or see tabs below for a full list of inclusions.
INCLUSIONS
- Return flights from SYD/*MEL/*PER/*BNE
- 9 Nights hotel accommodation
- 8x Breakfasts, 1x Lunch, 3x Dinners
- Arrival and departure transfers on day of tour
- Authentic Hiriwaduna Village Experience
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Kala Wewa Kayaking
- Kandyan Family Home & Culinary Experience
- Tea Country & Ceylon Tea Experience
- Scenic Nanu Oya–Demodara Train Journey
- Pekoe Trail Walking Experience
- Ella Street Food Adventure
- Galle Fort
- Farewell Seafood Dinner (No Drinks)
- Transport in by A/C Vehicle
- English speaking chauffeur driver
- *Departures ex MEL incur a surcharge of $100 per person
- *Departures ex PER incur a surcharge of $100 per person
- *Departures ex BNE incur a surcharge of $300 per person
EXCLUSIONS
- Sri Lanka entry visa fee
- Travel Insurance
- Optional Tours
- Hotel Upgrades
- Tipping for guides/drivers/other service providers [more details in terms and conditions]
- Entrance fees not mentioned in itinerary
- Personal Expenses
- Any drinks with meals
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
MAP
DEPARTURE DATES
DEPARTURE DATES 2027:
February: 22
March: 15
April: 26
May: 10
June: 7
July: 12
August: 23
September: 12
October: 18
4 STAR HOTELS
- Negombo: Seahorse Hotel & Spa
- Sigiriya: Hotel Kamrel
- Kandy: Oak Ray Heritage
- Ella:Morning Dew Hotel
- Hikkaduwa: Hikka Trans by Cinnamon
- In the unlikely event that the listed hotels are fully booked, alternative hotels of the same standard will be used.
- Customers will be advised 2 weeks prior to departure if any hotel changes.
UPGRADES & OPTIONS
UPGRADES:
No upgrades available
OPTIONAL TOURS:
DAY 5: Temple of the Tooth $14 per person
All tours are priced in AUD per person and payable on arrival. All prices are subject to change due to currency fluctuation.
FLIGHT EXTENSION:
Extend your time overseas by including the Flight Extension surcharge to amend the flights to the dates of your choice.
Flight Extension cannot be purchased once tickets have been issued.
The Flight Extension does NOT include accommodation, transfers, or activities.
If amending arrival and departure cities, further surcharges and fare differences may apply.
Any changes are subject to airline scheduling and availability.
Advise of intended date or city changes in “Order Notes” when booking.
See FLIGHT INFORMATION tab for more information.
LAND ONLY OPTION:
To remove flights from your package, select the “Buy Land Package Only” option in the “Departure City” dropdown menu.
NOTE: Due to flight scheduling, some packages include extra accommodation. If flights are removed, the accommodation will also be removed.
EXTRA NIGHTS:
Extend your time overseas with pre or post tour accommodation
PRE-TOUR SRI LANKA:
4 Star Hotel Negombo – $250
POST-TOUR HIKKADUWA
4 Star Hotel Hikkaduwa – Rates between $250-$500 per night depending on time of year. Contact us for exact pricing
Priced per room per night, including breakfast. Airport transfers are not included.
If your package includes flights, Flight Extension surcharge is also applicable.
EXTRA TRANSFER
If you arrive early or stay behind after the tour, you will need to make your own way to the airport or book our airport transfer:
Arrival Transfer: $55 per car (1-2 per car)
Departure Transfer: $195 per car (1-2 per car)
Add to cart at checkout
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE:
Contact MyHoliday2 to confirm the number of people booked on the tour.
SIGIRIYA LION'S ROCK
Sigiriya operates on a single entrance ticket system. The entrance fee is required to enter the archaeological site, which includes:
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The Water Gardens
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The Boulder Gardens
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The Fresco area
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The Lion Platform
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The climb to the summit
There is no separate or reduced ticket for walking only around the base of the rock. Without purchasing a ticket, guests cannot enter the Sigiriya grounds.
What can non-climbers do?
If guests choose not to climb and do not buy a ticket, they usually:
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Stay outside the ticketed area
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Spend time near the Sigiriya Museum exterior, cafés, shops, or shaded areas
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Relax and enjoy views of the rock from outside the site
We can also arrange a tuk-tuk tour around Sigiriya Rock, allowing guests to see it from different angles. Cost is $30 AUD and bookable / payable upon arrival, please ask your tour guide to organise this.
If part of the group climbs and part doesn’t:
This is quite common. Typically:
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Climbers enter the site and complete the visit
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Non-climbers wait outside at nearby cafés or seating areas
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The guide agrees on a clear meeting point and time after the climb
The package includes return international flights from SYD/MEL/PER/BNE.
Surcharges may apply for select cities. Refer to the INCLUSIONS tab for details.
Airlines used include, but are not limited to, Malaysian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Batik Airlines, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airlines, Qatar Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, QANTAS, Virgin Australia, LATAM, United Airlines, Jetstar, Scandinavian Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and other airlines and their codeshare partners.
Airlines are selected based on multiple factors. If a specific airline is required, notify MyHoliday2. Surcharges may apply.
The flight portion of the package is non-refundable. The 7 Day Money Back Guarantee does NOT apply.
MyHoliday2 is not notified of any flight schedule changes. Any changes will be directly communicated to the passenger by the airline.
MyHoliday2 recommends reconfirming flight schedules 24 hours prior to departure directly with the airline. MyHoliday2 is not responsible for missed flights.
Name changes are not permitted. All flight tickets are subject to the airline’s terms and conditions.
Flight extensions must be arranged prior to ticketing. Refer to Options and Upgrades for more information.
Flight upgrades can be requested once airline schedules are released. Fare differences will be invoiced to the customer prior to ticketing.
Layover times are subject to airline schedules and may exceed 7 hours.
E-tickets will be uploaded to online accounts, and notification will be sent via email.
Seat selection, Frequent Flyer, and meal requests can be made directly by the passenger on the airline’s website. Fees may apply.
Refer to E-tickets for baggage allowances. Note that if the tour includes internal flights, allowances may differ.
OFFER:
By purchasing this package, you agree to MyHoliday2’s Terms and Conditions and the specific terms detailed in each information tab of the package.
The package is valid for one person.
Bookings are subject to availability.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:
Not applicable.
GROUP SIZE:
Minimum of 2 people
Maximum 12 people
If minimum numbers are not met, you will be requested to change to a different date.
Some tours can be guaranteed with fewer participants; however, surcharges will apply.
If you are unable to change dates, a credit or refund will be offered in accordance with MyHoliday2’s refund policy.
CHILDREN POLICY:
Children under the age of 2 travel free of charge in existing bedding. Airline tickets and taxes still apply
Children aged 2-11 receive a child discount.
Children aged 12+ are classified as adults.
Child discounts are only applicable if travelling with two full paying adults.
Maximum room capacity is 2 adults and 1 child.
AMENDMENTS:
Any amendments are subject to the supplier’s terms and conditions.
Any changes will incur a $100 per person amendment fee PLUS any additional fees applied by the supplier.
All changes must be requested in writing.
No changes can be made within 90 days of departure. The standard cancellation policy will apply.
If unable to select new dates, a credit valid for 12 months may be offered.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations are subject to MyHoliday2’s Terms and Conditions.
Refunds and credits will be offered in accordance with MyHoliday2’s Refund Policy.
PAYMENT PLANS:
MyHoliday2 offers a variety of payment plans based on your tour departure date. Refer to our Terms and Conditions for details.
All payment plans incur a 2% surcharge, paid with the deposit.
If the wrong plan is selected, a $25 fee will be charged to manually amend all invoices.
TOURS, DRIVERS & GUIDES:
Day tours included may involve joining larger groups.
Drivers do not provide information on tours.
Drivers may assist in organizing expert guides at certain locations.
Refer to INCLUSIONS for the type of guides included in this package.
For more information on guides, refer to the Terms and Conditions.
TRANSFERS:
Refer to INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS to determine if a transfer is applicable and the type of transfer included.
If you have booked your own flights, send flight details to booking@myholiday2.com.au to confirm transfers.
Contact details for our local tour operator can be found on your voucher in your online account.
Group Transfer
The timing of group transfers will be set to accommodate the majority of arrival and departure flights.
If you arrive early or depart late, you may need to wait or make your own way to the hotel or airport at your own expense.
As you clear immigration, look for a MyHoliday2 sign with your name.
Private Transfer:
As you clear immigration, look for a MyHoliday2 sign with your name.
OTHER INFORMATION:
A 25% deposit is non-refundable.
Prices are in AUD$.
Travel insurance is highly recommended; MyHoliday2 takes no responsibility for any travel issues that may arise.
MyHoliday2 pricing reflects current market rates which may fluctuate from day to day.
MyHoliday2 is not obliged to refund or match any subsequent price reductions after purchase.
Customers must obtain the correct visa for their destination and cover associated fees. Please check visa and travel requirements via the Smartraveller website.
For any medical-related information, refer to Smartraveller or contact a travel medical specialist.
Customers must ensure their passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
MyHoliday2 pricing reflects market rates, so package prices may fluctuate, and refunds to match subsequent price reductions are not guaranteed.
Departures are not guaranteed until confirmation.
If advertised availability is not present post-purchase, another date selection is necessary.
