Bag a free room upgrade worth £200 on a 'perfect' 8-day trip to Sri Lanka

The world is full of incredible places just waiting to be explored. Whether you're craving sun-soaked luxury or an epic multi-stop adventure, the hardest part is choosing where to go.

Picture yourself on the beach in Bali, or dive into the culture and history of Abu Dhabi. Intrepid travellers could be setting off on holidays to dream destinations such as the Maldives, Dubai, Thailand and more, with tailor made trips to suit individual preferences.

For anyone looking to explore the Indian Ocean paradise of Sri Lanka, Travelbag offers a private eight-day tour, guided by an English-speaking chauffeur. Holidaymakers who book now can enjoy a free upgrade to Half Board accommodation, a saving of up to £200 per couple.

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A once in a lifetime getaway, visitors can explore UNESCO-listed cities like Kandy and Galle, marvel at Sigiriya Rock and journey through scenic tea country by train, sipping fresh Ceylon tea along the way.

Though small in size, Sri Lanka offers an incredible variety of experiences. From rugged coastlines lapped by the Indian Ocean to emerald tea hills dotted with cascading waterfalls and national parks rich with wildlife - a holiday in Sri Lanka is anything but ordinary.

The trip promises ancient temples, cities and landscapes throughout. There will be opportunities to spot baby elephants at Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home and go on safari in Udawalawe or Yala National Park to catch a glimpse of the leopards, sloth bears and wild elephants.

The trip includes a pre-tour hotel stay in Negombo, followed by five nights of tour accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis - from breakfast on day two through to breakfast on day eight. Air-conditioned transport will take guests between locations and entrance fees to all listed sites are covered, along with prevailing government taxes.

While lunch and dinner options are not included, guests can enjoy the freedom to explore local cuisine. Permits for still and video cameras at the Kandy Temple and video camera permits at the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home are also not included.

This package includes flights and transfers, starting from just £1,699 per person. Adventurers who book by September 30, 2025 can save up to £200 per couple. Offer applies to selected travel dates in October 2025.

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Discover Sri Lanka Tour 2025

• Day 1 - Arrive into Colombo and travel to Negombo to relax on the beach
• Day 2 - Guests will be chauffeur driven to their base in Sigiriya, before heading off on a game drive at Minneriya National ParK
• Day 3 - Visit the ancient capital city of Anuradhapura before spending the evening in UNESCO World Heritage site of Dambulla Cave Temple
• Day 4 - Travel to the city of Polonnaruwa then onto one of Sri Lanka's most iconic sites, Sigiriya Rock.
• Day 5 - Spend the day exploring the cultural capital of Kandy
• Day 6 - Visit the temples, markets and bustling streets of Kandy, or pay a visit to an artist's cottage and home studio
• Day 7 - Head out to Nuwara Eliya, a quaint town in the heart of plantation country
• Day 8 - Embark on a wildlife safari through Udawalawe National Park or Yala National Park
• Day 9 - Pay a visit the the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home before heading to the airport (or beach hotel for guests who have chosen to extend their trip)

Global explorers who have already experience the beauty of Sri Lanka with Travelbag have left glowing reviews on Trustpilot. One customer said: "We have just returned from 10 days to Sri Lanka and The Maldives. The hotels that Travel bag had organised were all outstanding. The Elephant transit home and Udawalawe safari were highlights for us...Absolutely stunning. The whole trip was just perfect."

Another added: "First Travelbag holiday and won't be the last! We were a bit sceptical about leaving our go-to travel agent for further afield holidays (Trailfinders) but Travelbag's Sri Lanka tour itinerary was far superior and had so much more included. Thank you for a perfect holiday."

A third simply said: "Booked our holiday with Travelbag for first time to Sri Lanka, told them what we wanted to do whilst there and they arranged everything from hotels, personal tour guide, private taxis etc and it was faultless from start to finish."

Some customers however did have some concerns with the service they received, with one noting: "Communication has been quite poor."

While it is true that you can't please all of the people all of the time, most interactions with the experts at Travelbag have led to positive feedback. Another five-star review said: "Travel bag are now our favourite one stop travel agent, we do not need to go anywhere else as they search for the best deals that are available."

Travelbag offers 1,000s of flights, hotels, packages, tours, cruises, experiences, car hire and more, keeping prices competitive for over seven million global members who have already signed up to the travel site.