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  • Flight included
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5* Sri Lanka tour with stunning hotels & modern Dubai stay

  • Sun holiday
£ 3,369.00 -36%
price from £ 2,169.00 per person
  • total price from £ 4,338.00
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  • price based on: 2 adults

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Experience Sri Lanka on this epic tour taking you from city to beach, with a safari, five-star hotels and Dubai stay - includes breakfast and travel

Day 1: UK - Night on board

At your chosen UK departure airport, board your overnight flight for Dubai.

Day 2: Dubai

Arrive into Dubai International Airport, where you'll be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day getting to know your luxury five-star hotel's amenities, or venturing out to discover the city's buzzing bars and restaurants. Overnight in Dubai.

Days 3-4: Dubai

Boasting sleek style and glamour around every corner, the gleaming metropolis of Dubai is a dream for anyone who enjoys lavish excess. From the sky-grazing Burj Khalifa Tower to the iconic Burj Al Arab, you’ll be left marvelling at the impressive cityscape around you, and the 360-degree views from your luxurious five-star hotel offer the perfect vantage point to take it all in. Dubai has much more than just an impressive skyline of course, with luxury shopping in the sprawling Dubai Mall, the vibrant fragrances of the Spice Souk, and some gems of culture and heritage, including the Etihad Museum and Jumeirah Mosque. By night, enjoy the spectacular nightlife, or head to the desert for some tranquility beneath the stars. Overnight in Dubai.

Day 5: Dubai - Colombo

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Dubai International Airport for your flight to Colombo. On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by your chauffeur guide and transferred to your hotel in Colombo (transfer time: 40 minutes). Check in at the hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Day 6: Colombo

After breakfast, prepare for a 9.30am departure to explore Colombo City on a comprehensive, full-day tour. You'll drive through the city towards its busy commercial areas, followed by the tree-lined, residential Cinnamon Gardens. Sights on this tour include the Colombo Lotus Tower, the Fort central business district, the former British administrative centre and military garrison, Sea Street (the jewellery quarter in the heart of Pettah), the Bazaar area, a Hindu temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of Wolvendaal which dates back to 1749. If time permits, you may also see the replica of Avukana Buddha and Independence Square. You'll then return to the hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Day 7: Colombo – Dambulla – Minneriya - Dambulla

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and prepare for an 8am pick-up and transfer to Dambulla (transfer time: three hours and 30 minutes). Check into your hotel and relax for a while, before embarking on a trip at 2pm to Minneriya National Park (transfer time: 50 minutes). Here you'll enjoy a safari, during which you'll be in for a chance to spot elephants, wild buffaloes, spotted deer, sloth bears, leopards, and much more. After the safari, return to your Dambulla hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 8: Dambulla – Sigiriya – Dambulla – Polonnaruwa - Dambulla

Today, you'll be picked up at 5am for an early morning transfer to the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (transfer time: 40 minutes). One of Sri Lanka’s major attractions, this UNSECO World Heritage Site is also known as the 'Fortress in the Sky'. As you climb to its summit, explore water gardens, artistic frescoes, a mirror wall and the lion gate, all before being rewarded with marvellous panoramas up top. You'll then return to your hotel for breakfast, followed by an afternoon tour of historic Polonnaruwa at 2pm (transfer time: one hour and 30 minutes). After a day filled with unforgettable sights, return to the hotel and spend the rest of your time at leisure.

Day 9: Dambulla

After breakfast, you'll be picked up at 9am for a transfer to Dambulla Cave Temple. Part of the country's Golden Triangle and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this ancient complex is the largest and best preserved cave temple in Sri Lanka, and is home to numerous religious and cultural paintings and sculptures. Opt to visit Hiriwadunna Village next, complete with lunch, or return to your hotel to spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 10: Dambulla - Negombo

After breakfast, check out and depart your hotel at 9.30am to transfer on to your next port of call: Negombo (transfer time: three hours). There, check into your beachfront hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying its five-star facilities.

Day 11: Negombo

Spend the day fully at leisure, choosing to explore your surroundings at your own pace, or relax and unwind on your hotel's grounds.

Day 12: Negombo – UK

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your return flight to the UK.

Included
  • Three nights in a Deluxe room at Grand Millennium Dubai - Barsha Heights

  • Two nights in a Deluxe room at Jetwing Colombo Seven

  • Three nights in a Deluxe room at Jetwing Lake, Dambulla

  • Two nights in a Deluxe room at Heritance Negombo

  • Breakfast included throughout

  • Welcome fruit basket upon arrival at Grand Millennium Dubai

  • Private access to Zero gravity with free shuttle transfers in Dubai (Monday to Friday, minimum spend applies)

  • Daily shuttle to public beach in Dubai

  • 20% food and beverage discount at Grand Millennium Dubai (room service excluded)

  • Flights are included from your selected airport to Dubai, UAE returning from Colombo, Sri Lanka

  • 5kg hand luggage and 20kg hold luggage allowance per person

  • Flights from Dubai, UAE to Colombo, Sri Lanka included

  • Private transfers included

  • This holiday is supplied by THG Holidays and is ATOL protected (ATOL 9528)

Trip details

Day 1 - 3: Grand Millennium Dubai - Barsha Heights, Dubai, UAE (three nights)

Perfectly positioned with sweeping views towards the fabled Jumeirah coastline, the soaring Grand Millennium Dubai reaches the heights of luxury in more ways than one. The palatial spa, for example, is complete with an outdoor and indoor Jacuzzi, wet area, temperature-controlled swimming pool, full…

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Day 4 & 5: Jetwing Colombo Seven, Sri Lanka (two nights)

A five-star Colombo base, Jetwing Colombo Seven offers modern-day luxury based on a strong family heritage. Unwind amidst its beautifully sleek decor with minimalist influences and nods to traditional Sri Lankan design, and make the most of its ultra-indulgent facilities: these include a rooftop in…

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Day 6 - 8: Jetwing Lake, Dambulla, Sri Lanka (three nights)

Set amidst the tranquillity of the Siyambalaweva banks in Dambulla, Jetwing Lake occupies 18 acres right on the edge of the lake. There's a tempting outdoor pool set amongst the greenery, a luxurious spa and a gym, as well as a variety of dining options – think international and Sri Lankan speciali…

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Day 9 & 10: Heritance Negombo, Sri Lanka (two nights)

A stay at this sleek, five-star hotel promises a peaceful and rejuvenating holiday. With expansive grounds, magnificent views of the vast sea, and a lagoon-like pool, the beachfront resort is the epitome of a languid, tropical paradise. Designed to give every room a view of the stunning sunset, lux…

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Travel Details

Flights are included from your selected airport to Dubai, UAE returning from Colombo, Sri Lanka.

A 5kg hand luggage and 20kg hold luggage allowance per person is included, as well as internal flights and private transfers.

Please note that baggage weight and size restrictions may vary between airlines, please check airline terms and conditions.

From London Heathrow, with Emirates:
Outbound from London Heathrow to Dubai, UAE:
Departing London Heathrow at 22.15, arriving into Dubai, UAE at 08.05 (on the following day)

Flight from Dubai, UAE to Colombo, Sri Lanka:
Departing Dubai at 9.45, arriving into Colombo at 18.30

Inbound from Colombo, Sri Lanka to London Heathrow, via Dubai:
Departing Colombo at 10.05, arriving into London Heathrow at 18.40

From Birmingham, with Emirates:
Outbound from Birmingham to Dubai, UAE:
Departing Birmingham at 22.15, arriving into Dubai, UAE at 08.05 (on the following day)

Flight from Dubai, UAE to Colombo, Sri Lanka:
Departing Dubai at 9.45, arriving into Colombo at 18.30

Inbound from Colombo, Sri Lanka to Birmingham, via Dubai:
Departing Colombo at 10.05, arriving into Birmingham at 19.40

From Manchester, with Emirates:
Outbound from Manchester to Dubai, UAE:
Departing Manchester at 22.15, arriving into Dubai, UAE at 08.05 (on the following day)

Flight from Dubai, UAE to Colombo, Sri Lanka:
Departing Dubai at 9.45, arriving into Colombo at 18.30

Inbound from Colombo, Sri Lanka to Manchester, via Dubai:
Departing Colombo at 10.05, arriving into Manchester at 19.15

Flight times and carriers will be confirmed by THG Holidays after you have made your booking. Within seven days of confirming your booking with us, you'll receive an email from the supplier, THG Holidays, with your final booking confirmation detailing the exact flight times confirmed for your specific reservation. The flight time will be within the time parameters and possible airlines detailed in this offer.

Please note that your outbound flight is overnight, so please bear this in mind when planning the time you'll be away. The date you select as your check-in date will be the day you'll fly out from the UK, and you'll arrive in Dubai, UAE the following day to commence your 10-night holiday. Therefore, you'll be away for a total of 11 nights.

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Conditions

Your booking is a direct contract between you and our trusted partner for the provision of your booking. Our trusted partner is liable for the proper execution of the agreement. Section 2 (individual travel services) of The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (B) and The terms and conditions of our trusted partner apply to this booking.

Passport, visa and health requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Estimated flight times

If your deal includes flights, the flight times shown are estimated and therefore subject to change. Please note that your preferred departure time cannot be guaranteed in every case.

Cancellation and amendments

To make changes to your planned itinerary, to upgrade, or if you have any questions about your booking, please contact the supplier directly on 0330 311 5120 or customersupport@thgholidays.co.uk. To find out more about the policy for this offer, please visit the partner's website: http://www.thgholidays.co.uk

Flight confirmation disclaimer

Flight times and carriers will be confirmed by THG Holidays after you have made your booking. Within 7 days of confirming your booking with us, you’ll receive an email from the supplier, THG Holidays, with your final booking confirmation detailing the exact flight times confirmed for your specific reservation. The flight time will be within the time parameters and possible airlines detailed in this offer.

Pet policy

Pets are not allowed on this trip.

Overnight flights

Please note that your outbound flight is overnight, so please bear this in mind when planning the time you'll be away.