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Pearl of the Indian Ocean
07 NIGHTS | 08 DAYS
Pearl of the Indian Ocean is an 8-day private Sri Lankan journey combining tropical coastal charm, rich cultural heritage, scenic hill-country landscapes and unforgettable wildlife.
Begin by the coast in Negombo before travelling to Kandy for lakeside walks, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the beautiful Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Continue by scenic train into the misty highlands of Ella, enjoy time at leisure, then head south for an evening safari in Yala National Park.
Finish in Colombo with an open-top Land Rover city experience before your departure
FROM
AUD $2,049
Core
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Quality 3 star accommodation
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Comfortable private or shared transfers
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Essential sightseeing & key attractions
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Experienced local guides
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Daily breakfast & selected meals
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All standard entrance fees included
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A well-planned itinerary with time to explore
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Best for: Travellers seeking great value without missing the highlights
Signature
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Upgraded 4-star accommodation
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Everything included in Core
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Additional curated local experiences
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More included meals & dining experiences
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Enhanced sightseeing and cultural activities
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Added convenience and comfort throughout
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Special Holidayscapes Signature Experiences
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Best for: Travellers wanting a richer experience with extra comfort and inclusions
Prestige
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Premium 5 star accommodation
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Everything included in Signature
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Exclusive or private experiences where available
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Premium dining & special destination experiences
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Additional activities and enhanced inclusions
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Priority upgrades and added comforts where available
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Special touches designed to make the journey memorable
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The highest level of inclusions in the Holidayscapes range
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Best for: Travellers wanting to experience more with fewer compromises
Day 01
WELCOME TO SRI LANKA | NEGOMBO
Travel Time: Approx. 30 minutes
Begin your Sri Lankan journey with a relaxed arrival and overnight stay near the coast.
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, where you’ll be welcomed by your chauffeur-guide.
Transfer to your hotel and check in for the evening.
Enjoy dinner and settle in for your first night in Sri Lanka.
Highlights:
Arrival in Sri Lanka • Private transfer • Relaxed first evening
Overnight: Negombo
Meals: As per selected tier
Day 02
NEGOMBO - KANDY | Into Sri Lanka’s Cultural Heart
Travel Time: Approx. 3 Hours
After breakfast, leave the coast and travel inland to Kandy.
After checking in to your hotel, enjoy a relaxed evening walk around Kandy Lake and the heart of the city.
Pass the illuminated exterior of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, wander through local streets and markets, and soak up Kandy’s atmosphere after sunset.
Highlights: Kandy Lake • Temple precinct • Local streets & markets • Evening city atmosphere
Overnight: Kandy
Meals: As per selected tier
Day 03
KANDY | Botanical Gardens & Sacred Heritage
Travel Time: Local touring
Begin the day with a visit to the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, known for its towering palms, tropical plants and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Later in the day, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Sri Lanka.
Return to your hotel after an enriching day of culture and nature.
Highlights: Peradeniya Botanical Gardens • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic • Kandy heritage
Overnight: Kandy
Meals: As per selected tier
Day 04
KANDY - ELLA | Scenic Hill-Country Train
Travel Time: 4 Hours 20 mins.
After breakfast, check out and board the train for one of Sri Lanka’s most memorable journeys — the scenic ride from Kandy towards Ella.
Travel through the central highlands, passing lush tea country, misty mountains and rural villages along the way.
On arrival in Ella, check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Highlights: Scenic train journey • Tea country • Mountain scenery • Ella
Overnight: Ella
Meals: As per selected tier
Day 05
ELLA | A Day at Leisure
Travel Time: At Leisure
Ella is surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, waterfalls, tea plantations and some of Sri Lanka’s best-known viewpoints.
Relax at your hotel, explore the town independently or choose from optional activities available in the area.
Highlights: Ella highlands • Leisure time • Mountain atmosphere
Overnight: Ella
Meals: As per selected tier
Day 06
ELLA - YALA| Wild Life Safari
Travel Time: 1 Hour 30 Mins
After breakfast, check out and travel south towards Yala.
After arriving at your hotel and freshening up, head out for an evening jeep safari in Yala National Park.
Yala is one of Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife destinations and is particularly known for its leopard population. The park is also home to elephants, sloth bears, deer, monkeys, crocodiles and an impressive variety of birdlife.
Return to your hotel after the safari.
Highlights: Yala National Park • Jeep safari • Leopards • Elephants • Birdlife
Overnight: Yala
Meals: As per selected tier
Day 07
YALA - COLOMBO | From Wilderness to the City
Travel Time: 3 Hours 40 Mins
After breakfast, check out and travel to Colombo.
After checking in to your hotel, enjoy an evening tour of the capital aboard an open-top Land Rover.
Discover Colombo’s blend of colonial heritage, modern development and lively city neighbourhoods as you visit key attractions and points of interest.
Highlights: Colombo • Open-top Land Rover tour • City landmarks • Old & new Colombo
Overnight: Colombo
Meals: As per selected tie
Day 08
COLOMBO - AIRPORT | Farewell Sri Lanka
Travel Time: 40 Mins
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Bandaranaike International Airport in time for your onward flight.
Guests should plan to arrive at the airport approximately 3 hours before departure.
Your Pearl of the Indian Ocean journey comes to an end.
Highlights: Private airport transfer • Farewell Sri Lanka
Meals: As per selected tie
ADDITIONAL
EXPERIENCES | Tier Specific
SIGNATURE :
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Upgrade to 4★ hotels
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Kandy Street Food Tour
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Demodara home-based cookery demonstration & lunch in the Ella region
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Yala curd-making experience
PRESTIGE :
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Upgrade to 5★ hotels:
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All Signature Experiences +
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Negombo sunset boat ride with barefoot cocktail
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Forgotten Colombo on a Landy with food stops and dinner
Core
3★ Selected Hotels
Shared or Standard Sightseeing
Comfortable Transfers
Essential Attractions
Airport Transfers
FROM
AUD $2,049
per person on twin-share basis
Great Experiences | Exceptional Value
Signature
4★ Superior Hotels
Private Sightseeing
Premium Private Transfers
Additional Experiences
Enhanced Dining Inclusions
FROM
AUD $2,799
per person on twin-share basis
More Comfort | More Exepriences
RECOMMENDED
Prestige
5★ Luxury Hotels
Private Touring with Chauffer
Premium Airport Transfers
Exclusive premium Experiences
Premium Dining Experiences
FROM
AUD $3,799
per person on twin-share basis
Luxury Accommodation & Experiences
Tour Inclusions & Important Information. Everything you need to know about what’s included, what’s not, and key travel conditions.
Travel Month | CORE From (AUD pp) | SIGNATURE From (AUD pp) | PRESTIGE From (AUD pp) | Notes |
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Oct-26 | 2049 | 2799 | 3799 | All prices are in A$ p.p. on twin sharing basis |
Nov - Dec 15-26 | 2099 | 2799 | 4199 | |
Dec 16 - Jan 16-27 | 2199 | 3199 | 4799 | Peak-period rates are applied |
Jan 17 - Feb-27 | 2149 | 2949 | 4599 | Peak-period rates are applied |
Mar-27 | 2099 | 2449 | 4299 | |
Apr-27 | 2099 | 2449 | 4299 |
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