Women-only · Small group · Deluxe

Enchanting Sri Lanka | Women-only tour

Ancient temples, elephant encounters and tea-covered hills, with women who share your curiosity. Finish with time to slow down beside the Indian Ocean.

15 days

from Colombo

2 July 2027

departure

8–16 women

guaranteed departure

A little adventure. Good company. Time for yourself.

Travel on your own or bring a friend and share Sri Lanka’s colour, food and culture with a welcoming small group. From sunset drinks in Colombo to a family cooking class in Kandy, this journey leaves room for conversation as well as sightseeing. Deluxe stays and local support help you settle in and enjoy each new stop.

What you can look forward to

Explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the richly decorated Dambulla Cave Temple.
Look for elephant herds on a Minneriya National Park safari.
Browse Kandy’s markets, textiles, crafts and jewellery, and visit a spice garden.
Cook with a local family, then share the meal you have made together.
Taste Ceylon tea among the plantations of Nuwara Eliya.
Take a scenic train journey to Ella, subject to ticket availability.
Visit Udawalawe’s wildlife and elephant conservation projects.
Unwind at Tangalle, explore Galle Fort and finish beside the sea in Negombo.

From NZ$8,995

per person, twin share
NZ$11,950 per person, single room

Earlybird offer

Save NZ$500 per person when you register and pay your deposit by 15 November 2026. Plus a bonus one-hour Anantara signature massage. Earlybird prices: NZ$8,495 twin share or NZ$11,450 single room. Subject to availability and offer conditions.

Your journey at a glance

Colombo · Sigiriya · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Udawalawe · Tangalle · Negombo

Days 1–2 | Colombo

Arrive, settle in and meet the group over sunset drinks and canapés. Explore the city’s art, markets and cultural traditions.

Days 3–4 | Sigiriya

Visit Dambulla, climb Sigiriya and take a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park.

Days 5–7 | Kandy

Spices, batik, temples and markets, with a local cooking experience and time to browse.

Days 8–9 | Tea country and Ella

Journey into the hills for tea estates, high tea and a scenic train ride, subject to availability.

Days 10–12 | Udawalawe and Tangalle

Wildlife experiences give way to the southern coast, conservation visits and time to relax.

Days 13–15 | Galle and Negombo

Explore historic Galle before your final coastal stay and onward departure.

Ask Bryce for the complete day-by-day itinerary.

Included in your tour

Deluxe hotel stays along the route.
Guided touring and selected experiences as detailed in the full itinerary.
Meals and transfers as specified in the itinerary.
24/7 local office support.

Before you book

The Sigiriya climb and temple visits involve steps and uneven ground. Train tickets can only be confirmed close to departure. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Ask for the detailed meal schedule and any optional activity costs.

Prices are in NZ dollars per person, subject to availability and reconfirmation. International airfares are additional. Travel insurance is compulsory. Operator booking conditions apply; prices may change with currency movements until paid in full. Ask Bryce for the full itinerary, inclusions and current availability.

Operated by Innovative Travel and its local partners. Photography supplied by Innovative Travel.

Travel on your own. Share the experience.

Talk to Bryce at The Travel Co. about availability, room options and a complete journey with flights and extra stays arranged around your tour.

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