Sri Lanka v England – Grand Tour Itinerary

Sri Lanka v England - GRAND TOUR

A fantastic 16 night Grand Tour of Sri Lanka watching England take on Sri Lanka in three ODIs and three T20Is. Explore the vibrant temples, palm fringed beaches and abundance of wildlife in a land where cricket is the country’s most beloved sport. Visiting Colombo, Galle and Kandy you will experience much of the beauty of Sri Lanka whilst watching some thrilling white ball cricket. The Grand Tour stays in Colombo for 7 nights, near Galle for 2 nights, Kandy for 6 nights finishing in Negombo for 1 night. 

Tour Highlights:

Itinerary

Monday 19th January 2026
Day 1 – UK to COLOMBO
Make your way to your chosen UK airport and board your flight to Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Monday 19th January 2026
Tuesday 20th January 2026
Day 2 - COLOMBO
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, transfer and check into your chosen hotel for a five night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. This evening join your Tour Manager and the rest of the group for a Welcome Drink.
Tuesday 20th January 2026
Wednesday 21st January 2026
Day 3 - COLOMBO
This morning enjoy a Colombo sightseeing tour. Evening at leisure
Wednesday 21st January 2026
Thursday 22nd January 2026
Day 4 - COLOMBO
1st ODI Sri Lanka v England

Enjoy a morning at leisure. Early afternoon, transfer to the R. Premadasa Stadium to watch the 1st ODI. After close of play, transfer back to your hotel. Evening at leisure at your hotel or exploring Colombo and its bars and eateries.
Thursday 22nd January 2026
Friday 23rd January 2026
Day 5 - COLOMBO
Colombo offers an exhilarating mix of shopping, temples and street life. Enjoy a full day at leisure to enjoy the sights and sounds of this amazing bustling city including perhaps our optional guided street food tour that helps you to discover some of the real Colombo.
Friday 23rd January 2026
Saturday 24th January 2026
Day 6 – COLOMBO
2nd ODI Sri Lanka v England

Enjoy a morning at leisure. Early afternoon, transfer to the R. Premadasa to watch the 2nd ODI. After close of play, transfer back to your hotel.
Saturday 24th January 2026
Sunday 25th January 2026
Day 7 – COLOMBO to GALLE
Check out of the hotel this morning and travel south to the region close to the historic town of Galle, renowned for its Fort and iconic cricket ground. There will be a visit to a Turtle Hatchery and moonstone mine before you check into your hotel for a two night stay on a B&B basis.
Sunday 25th January 2026
Monday 26th January 2026
Day 8 – GALLE
Enjoy a tour of Galle today with a walking tour of the town and Fort with its view of Galle’s iconic cricket ground from the Fort Ramparts. There will also be an option to join a boat ride on Madu River Lake
Monday 26th January 2026
Tuesday 27th January 2026
Day 9 – GALLE to COLOMBO
3rd ODI Sri Lanka v England

Check out of your hotel this morning and transfer to Colombo for two nights on a bed & breakfast basis. On arrival in Colombo transfer to the R. Premadasa to watch the 3rd ODI. After close of play, transfer back to your hotel.
Tuesday 27th January 2026
Wednesday 28th January 2026
Day 10 – COLOMBO
Full day at leisure in Colombo.
Wednesday 28th January 2026
Thursday 29th January 2026
Day 11 – COLOMBO to KANDY
Check out of your hotel and travel to Kandy for the T20I Series. En route visit the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. On arrival check into your hotel for six nights’ accommodation on a B&B basis. Explore the local area and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Thursday 29th January 2026
Friday 30th January 2026
Day 12 – KANDY
1st T20I Sri Lanka v England

Enjoy a day at leisure in Kandy. During your stay in Kandy we will be offering a tour of the town plus the option to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth and enjoy a Cultural Show. There will also be an opportunity to visit the Royal Botanical Gardens and the Suriyakantha Centre for Arts & Culture. This is a very beautiful part of Sri Lanka where the climate resembles a Rainforest, with lush green vegetation, the occasional rain shower and friendly and welcoming Sri Lankan locals. Later this afternoon transfer to Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium to watch the 1st T20I of the series. After close of play, transfer back to your hotel.
Friday 30th January 2026
Saturday 31st January 2026
Day 13 – KANDY
Enjoy a day at leisure. Alternatively perhaps join a day trip to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Saturday 31st January 2026
Sunday 1st February 2026
Day 14 – KANDY
2nd T20I Sri Lanka v England

Enjoy a day at leisure. Late afternoon you will transfer to Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium to watch the 2nd T20I of the series. After close of play, transfer back to your hotel.
Sunday 1st February 2026
Monday 2nd February 2026
Day 15 – KANDY
Enjoy a day at leisure in Kandy. Perhaps join our optional day trip excursion to Nuwara Eliya with its cool climate, Colonial architecture and lush green tea plantations as far as the eye can see. Includes lunch.
Monday 2nd February 2026
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Day 16 – KANDY
3rd T20I Sri Lanka v England

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Kandy. Late afternoon you will transfer to Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium to watch the 3rd and last T20I of the series. After close of play, transfer back to your hotel.
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Wednesday 4th February 2026
Day 17 – KANDY to NEGOMBO
Check out of your hotel this morning and transfer to Negombo. En route lunch stop at Kurunegala. On arrival in Negombo, check into your hotels for a one night stay on a bed and breakfast basis, including an End of Tour Dinner.
Wednesday 4th February 2026
Thursday 5th February 2026
Day 18 – NEGOMBO to COLOMBO AIRPORT
Check out of your hotel and make your way to Colombo Airport (unless you have chosen to extend your stay – please contact the office for assistance with this). Check in for your return international flight home. On arrival in the UK, end of tour arrangements.
Thursday 5th February 2026

PRICE & Inclusions

SRI LANKA GRAND TOUR **SOLD OUT**

£3129 per person based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room.
Sole occupancy supplement add on £799 to the above price.

Hotels: Ramada Colombo / Hikka Tranz, Hikkaduwa / Ramada Colombo / Queens Hotel Kandy / Camelot Beach Negombo

SRI LANKA GRAND TOUR DELUXE BLUE **SOLD OUT**

£3397 per person based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room.
Sole occupancy supplement add on £929 to the above price.

Hotels: Mount Lavinia Hotel Colombo / Araliya Beach, Unawatuna / Hilton Colombo / Suisse Hotel Kandy / Jetwing Sea Hotel, Negombo

SRI LANKA GRAND TOUR DELUXE RED:

£3397 per person based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room.
Sole occupancy supplement add on £929 to the above price.

Hotels: Hilton Colombo / Araliya Beach, Unawatuna / Mount Lavinia Hotel Colombo / Mahaweli Reach Hotel Kandy / Jetwing Sea Hotel, Negombo

Call our experienced team on 01386 808600info@livingwiththelions.co.uk or

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TOUR HOTELS

4* RAMADA COLOMBO (Both Stays in Colombo - Standard Tour)

Ramada Colombo is located in the capital city of Sri Lanka, a 5-minute drive from Colombo Fort Railway Station. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and a bar. Free parking is available. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a minibar, cable TV and coffee/tea maker. Private bathrooms and a personal safe are provided. The hotel features a business centre, room service and laundry services. Guests can book excursions at the tour desk. The hotel’s bar has a pool table.

4* MOUNT LAVINIA HOTEL (Deluxe Tour)

Boasting a private beach area and a terrace with views of the bay and Colombo’s skyline, Mount Lavinia Hotel offers a relaxing getaway. This colonial-style hotel features a spa and 3 dining options. It is the only hotel in Sri Lanka to provide with an underground historical tunnel tour and an in-built historical museum tour. Located on Mount Lavinia Beach, the hotel is 20-minute drive from the National Zoological Garden in Dehiwala. Driving from Bandaranaike International Airport takes an hour and 30 minutes. The rooms are built in true colonial style, fitted with dark wood furnishings, air-conditioning, satellite TV, private bathroom with bathtubs and shower facilities and tea/coffee making facilities that help you relax and unwind. Rooms with private balconies faces the bay and Colombo’s Skyline.

4* HIKKA TRANZ BY CINNAMON, HIKKADUWA

Situated in Hikkaduwa, a few steps from Hikkaduwa Beach, Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre, Svastha Serene Spa and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms come with a balcony with a sea view. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms have a wardrobe. Continental and Asian breakfast options are available each morning at Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon.

5* ARALIYA BEACH RESORT & SPA UNAWATUNA (Deluxe Tour)

Beachfront Location: Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna in Unawatuna offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush gardens. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to all travellers, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The resort offers a family-friendly restaurant serving British, Indian, and international cuisines. Dining options include brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in traditional, modern, and romantic settings. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a fitness centre, yoga classes, and a kids’ club. Additional amenities include a steam room, sauna, and indoor and outdoor play areas. Nearby Attractions: Unawatuna Beach is just metres away, while the Japanese Peace Pagoda lies 2 km from the resort. Galle Fort and other attractions are within 7 km. Scuba diving and other activities enhance the experience.

3* QUEENS HOTEL KANDY

Queen’s Hotel is housed in a historical building located 50 metres from Kandy Lake. It offers colonial-style accommodation with an outdoor pool, 3 dining options and free parking on site. Spacious rooms have large windows and hardwood furnishings. Each guestroom is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a television set. Hot shower facilities are provided in the en suite bathroom. The tour desk can assist with making travel and sightseeing arrangements. Car rental and airport shuttle services are available upon request. Queen of Hearts Restaurant serves a wide variety of traditional local dishes, and is available for all-day dining. Other dining options include light snacks and refreshing beverages at the Pub Royal and Lounge Bar.

4* SUISSE HOTEL KANDY (Deluxe Tour)

Suisse is housed in a colonial building, across Kandy Lake. Offering rooms with views of the tropical garden or Kandy Lake, it has a spa, a restaurant and free parking. The colonial-style rooms at Hotel Suisse feature classic wood furnishings and floral fabrics. They are fitted with satellite TV and private bathrooms with hot/cold shower. Guests can lounge by the landscaped outdoor pool or enjoy a relaxing massage at the Ayurvedic Centre. Sauna facilities are also available. There is also a tour desk to assist guests with making travel and trips arrangements. Suisse Kandy’s restaurant serves a wide variety of Western and Asian dishes. Refreshing cocktails can be enjoyed at the beer bar.

5* MAHAWELI REACH HOTEL, KANDY

Situated along the banks of Mahaweli River, Mahaweli Reach Hotel offers 5-star accommodation with rolling mountains as a backdrop. It features a large outdoor pool, luxury Ayurveda spa and fitness facilities. Featuring private balconies, air-conditioned rooms open out to stunning views of tropical greenery. They are fitted with classic wood furnishings and flooring as well as cable TV. Guests can enjoy relaxing Ayurvedic massages after active workouts at the tennis courts. The hotel also provides bicycle rental, water sports and business facilities. Hearty meals featuring Sri Lankan specialities are served at the restaurant, which also features live entertainment.

5* HILTON HOTEL COLOMBO (Deluxe Tour, 2nd Stay Colombo)

Overlooking the Indian Ocean and Beira Lake, Hilton Colombo Hotel offers direct access to Colombo’s World Trade Centre. It features an outdoor pool, 24-hour business centre and 10 dining outlets. Featuring scenic views from over-sized windows, spacious rooms at Colombo Hilton offer ample workspace and a comfortable sofa. They come with a marble bathroom featuring separate shower and bath areas. Enjoy the use of the hot tub after an active workout at the well-equipped fitness centre or tennis courts. Alternatively, guests can relax with an award-winning cocktail by the outdoor pool bar. Dining highlights at Hilton Colombo include Signature Chinese restaurant, Emperor’s Wok offering diners a gourmet journey with authentic Cantonese and Szechuan flavors, and SunsetBlu, Colombo’s first all-day club by the poolside.

3* CAMELOT BEACH HOTEL NEGOMBO

Just 100 metres from Negombo Beach, Camelot Hotel boasts 3 dining options including a pool bar at the beachfront pool. It has an Ayurvedic spa and air-conditioned rooms featuring a balcony with partial or full sea views. Rooms offer plenty of natural light and cool breezes through sliding glass doors. They come with a phone, fan and a private bathroom with shower facilities. Relax at one of the hotel’s swimming pools or enjoy a game of table tennis and darts. Free WiFi is available in all the rooms and throughout the property. Staff offer 24-hour reception and laundry service. Hearty international buffets are served at the main restaurant while the lobby bar serves casual cocktails. Room service is available.

4* JETWING SEA HOTEL NEGOMBO (Deluxe Tour)

Restful beachfront accommodation awaits at Jetwing Sea, which features a spa, 2 infinity pools and a rooftop fitness centre. 1 km from the famous Dutch Canal, spacious rooms offer stunning sea views. Featuring modern dark wood furnishings and art work, Jetwing Sea’s air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs and DVD players. A sofa and tea/coffee making amenities are provided for convenience. Guests can go on a day trip to Muthurajawela or Negombo City organised by the tour desk with a packed lunch in hand. Relax with a soothing massage at the rooftop spa afterwards. For leisure, there are also table tennis and biking facilities. Buffet spreads with international dishes and fresh tropical fruits are available at the General Restaurant, while Lellama offers fresh seafood dishes. Meals can be enjoyed in rooms.

Price from

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£3129 per person sharing

sole occupancy supplement:  £799

16 nights from the 19th Jan 2026

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