Adventurous Sri Lanka is an exciting journey through Sri Lanka’s wonderful landscapes and will satisfy those wanting something more than just a beach holiday. Trek through mountainous villages, camp in the wilderness, climb a sacred mountain at night, raft down the white water rapids of the Kelani River, and challenge the waves of the Indian Ocean. Along the way, you will step into Sri Lanka’s ancient historical past; experience present day rural villages where life remains unhurried and people lead a balanced existence, and explore the jungles where herds of elephants roam free. Adventurous Sri Lanka is also ideal for families with older children who will enjoy all the fun-filled activities. As always, Red Dot is happy to tinker with this itinerary to suit your needs.

Secluded Indian Ocean beaches, the UNESCO-protected Galle Fort and the untouched wilderness of the south coast combine with the world-renowned luxury of Aman Resorts hotels to ensure a truly unforgettable experience. We have included Air Taxi transfers to minimise tiresome road travel.

Arugam Bay, an escapist travellers’ haunt in the remote south east of Sri Lanka, is one of 10 top surf spots in the world. Also known as A’baY, this small coastal town is a popular haunt for surfers especially during the peak season between June and September. The Arugam Bay Explorer takes you to this laid-back corner of the island as well as the picturesque hill country and the jungles of UdaWalawe. Peak holiday times for this part of the island are June to September.

Few countries can point to such an influential figure in the development of a stylish and successful tourist sector than can Sri Lanka with Geoffrey Bawa. For decades, Bawa was Sri Lanka most influential architect and his deep understanding of the country’s cultural heritage protected Sri Lanka from the scarring of ugly tourist blocks. Even now, after his death, his standards and aspirations are revered by young Sri Lankan architects and, in the beautiful renovations seen in boutique hotels and villas, his traditions are revered.

'Beach Hopper' recognizes one thing about young romantics: you are often footloose – and short of cash. Loll around on three of Sri Lanka’s finest beaches without burning a hole in your pocket on this determinedly budget but massively appealing tour. We will arrange transfers or just leave you to grab local tuk-tuks as you move along the coast.

Boutique Ceylon is a classic but leisurely journey around the most interesting and beautiful parts of the island. Experience the ancient heritage of the north central Cultural Triangle, the tea plantations and misty mountains of the hill country, and finally the glorious beaches of the Deep South.

Explore Sri Lanka’s ancient cultural heritage, visiting Buddhist temples and climbing atop rock fortresses, journey through Sri Lanka’s serene tea-growing highlands, experience one of Asia’s most laidback capital cities and enjoy a week’s relaxation in the Maldives, an archipelago of islands famous for his white-sanded beaches, turquoise seas and magnificent coral reefs. Do all this in the lap of luxury, relaxing in the region’s leading boutique hotels. This is an intimate and luxurious holiday, ideal for couples.

This Sri Lanka and Maldives Chaaya Escape includes a 6-night tour of Sri Lanka and a week’s stay in the Maldives. The tour component includes visits to the Cultural Triangle to see the ruins of once great civilisations and remarkable fortresses. You will also drive through Sri Lanka’s beautiful hill-country and spend a night in Colombo, the island’s laid-back capital. Spend the final seven days lolling on the beach or exploring coral reefs in the Maldives. This holiday has been designed using the newly refurbished “Chaaya” brand of hotels owned by the respected John Keells Group. These mid-range properties offer exceptional value at the moment considering their quality.

This 'Children’s Eastern Explorer' is suitable for families with young children who will enjoy fun-filled activities in a safe and friendly environment. We have designed an easy-paced holiday that allows families to experience the beautiful palm fringed beaches of the North West and North East of the island; the magnificent elephants of Sri Lanka as well as a glimpse into the island’s cultural heritage. The turquoise seas of the North East are best for snorkeling, whale and dolphin spotting from March to October. We have selected high-quality accommodation with character and sufficient things to do so the children remain occupied and the adults can relax.

The ‘Children’s Southern Explorer’ is a memorable experience of Sri Lanka’s spectacular southern beaches; fascinating elephants and marine turtles; and the ancient cultural heritage. This tour is recommended for families with young children who will enjoy fun-filled activities within a safe and friendly environment. We have designed an easy-paced holiday that allows families to experience real Sri Lanka and stay in high-quality accommodation with character.

The Classic Island Tour includes the best that Sri Lanka can offer - ancient cities, tea-growing hills, wildlife parks and Indian Ocean beaches and the finest hotels. You can explore the island at your own pace, in a car or minivan, with your personal driver-cum-guide. Note that we can tailor this itinerary according to your preferences, so feel free to ask for modifications.

The beauty and diversity of the countryside, coupled with the warmth and hospitality of the people, makes Sri Lanka a perfect destination for a cycling holiday. There is perhaps no better way to explore this remarkable country. The main roads, with their hurtling buses and zig-zagging trishaws, are to be avoided but there are a multitude of small rural roads and dirt tracks that criss-cross the island, guiding you through jungles, paddy fields, rural villages, tea estates, past cricket grounds, around inland lakes and even through ancient cities. The riding is not technically difficult but some of the hillier climbs can be demanding.

The East Coast Explorer takes you to Sri Lanka’s undiscovered beaches of Pasekudah on the north east and to one of 10 best surf spots in the world – Arugam Bay in the south east. En route, experience the island’s ancient cultural heritage in Polonnaruwa and the breathtaking southern highlands. We have selected some unique resorts and boutique hotels set in scenic locations. As ever, the itinerary is totally flexible and Red Dot is happy to make changes to suit your needs.

Our ‘Elephant Pilgrimage’ has been designed for nature-loving families. The Asian elephant has been an important part of Sri Lanka’s culture and ecology for thousands of years (10% of the world’s elephant population is concentrated in this small island). This fascinating animal provides the central focus of this holiday, but there is plenty more packed in besides including exploration of the island’s rich history and the palm-fringed south coast.

This tour is tailored for a larger group of social cricketers likely to be travelling with family. With this in mind, the itinerary includes plenty of off-field entertainment in consideration for non-playing members of the party. In 14 nights, you can get a real taste of the island’s variety of treasures – heritage, hills, beaches, city life, and of course, some stirring cricket venues.

This trip is a special Sri Lanka journey designed for those that love their food. With the help of journalists from Food & Travel, the UK’s leading food and travel magazine, we’ve designed a trip that allows you to savour the full diversity of the Sri Lanka’s distinctive cuisine while also experiencing the incredible natural beauty of an island with a rich ancient history. Sri Lanka’s food is exotic and spicy, enriched by ethnic diversity and centuries of interaction with outside settlers. Try the huge variety of traditional curries throughout the island, including hawker stalls, explore spice and fruit plantations in the lowlands and tea plantations in the hills, indulge yourself with the freshest seafood while on the coast and also sample some award-winning modern fusion cooking along the way, from New York fusion chef Alex Stanich in Galle Fort to the unforgettable Gallery Cafe in Colombo, rated by many as Asia’s most atmospheric restaurant.

Green Fairways & Azure Seas offers the gold enthusiast a fantastic Sri Lanka holiday. Test yourself on some of Asia’s toughest courses, experience the island’s ancient heritage and spectacular landscapes and at the end of your stay, relax on the golden beaches of the south. The holiday does NOT lock you into large group on a prearranged coach tour. You can explore the island at your own pace, in a car or minivan, with your personal driver-cum-guide. Note that we can tailor this itinerary according to your preferences and budget, so feel free to ask for modifications.

This unforgettable honeymoon has been designed using a small selection of Sri Lanka’s most chic and intimate boutique hotels. We understand that after months of planning and preparation you are likely to be exhausted, ready for some indulgent relaxation. `Intimate Sri Lanka’ is a slow-paced itinerary that allows you time to unwind but also a chance to explore the island. If you like make any changes to this itinerary, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We want you to have the trip of a lifetime.

The 'Island Getaway' is an unhurried Sri Lanka holiday offering stays in fabulous villas, bungalows, and boutique hotels all set in spectacular natural locations – by the edge of a lake on the outskirts of Colombo, perched on a mountain amidst lush tea plantations, inland in the deep south overlooking lush green paddy fields, and on the Galle coast where the turquoise blue waters of the Indian Ocean offer complete relaxation.

The Island Hop takes you through Sri Lanka’s most interesting and beautiful landscapes – from the lush green tea covered hills through scrub jungles and finally to the tranquil beaches of the Galle Coast. We have selected some unique hotels and bungalows for this itinerary, making each day and night a special experience on this beautiful island. The tour strays away from the well-trodden tourist trail to allow you see Sri Lanka at its resplendent best. Of course, we are able to tinker with this itinerary if you wish and add an extra night here and there. We can also discuss other hotel or villa options.

Experience Sri Lanka’s magnificent beaches, ancient cultural heritage, and untouched wilderness whilst staying in some of the most stylish and chic boutique hotels - the best that Sri Lanka has to offer.

This short break takes you to the south of Sri Lanka where the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean merges with endless golden beaches. Experience the colourful southern heritage, folklore, coastal fishing villages and the historic 17th century Galle Fort. Also included in this itinerary is the magnificent Sinharaja tropical rainforest, the last surviving stretch of virgin rainforest on the island. We have selected unique eco retreats and boutique hotels for this itinerary. As always, we are able to tinker with this itinerary if you wish and add an extra night here and there or include different hotels.

No cricketing CV is complete until you have experienced the sport in India. India stirs and blurs the senses with a riot of noise and colour. Cricket is such big business here that India accounts for 70 per cent of world cricket income. The game is adored. Amid all this excitement and unpredictability a reliable India tour must be the outcome. That needs careful planning and excellent on-the-ground support.

Our Sri Lanka & Kerala Combo is a special holiday that allows travellers to enjoy the best that Sri Lanka can offer – ancient cities, tea-growing hills, shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean, sun kissed beaches - as well as a hop across to Kerala to experience the sights and sounds of Kochi, Alappuzha, and Kumarakom. We have selected unique accommodation for this itinerary.

Experience Sri Lanka’s ancient and colourful cultural heritage, its tropical wilderness, its green-mantled tea hills and follow this with five days of relaxation on the sandy beaches of the Maldives. We have selected unique but good-value properties to stay in including colonial-period hotels and a tea estate bungalow in Sri Lanka. In the Maldives we have opted for Bandos Resort, a popular mid-range option with excellent facilities. Of course, we are able to tinker with this itinerary if you wish and add an extra night here and there.

‘Sri Lanka Tour & Beach’ perfectly captures many people’s idea of an ideal Sri Lanka holiday – seven days touring Sri Lanka’s varied landscape rounded off by six days on a beautiful beach.

Tea Hills & Beach offers the chance to enjoy the extraordinary beauty of two very different Sri Lankan landscapes. Begin a memorable journey by travelling through the picturesque central highlands, where tea-covered hills extend for many miles, and then follow this with a week’s beach holiday in Bentota by the shimmering waters of the Indian Ocean.

Tranquil Sri Lanka takes you through some of the most picturesque landscapes in the island. Spend your days surrounded by untouched wilderness in the Cultural Triangle; the secluded beaches of the North West; and the crescent shaped beaches of the South Coast. Your final days will be spent at Talalla Retreat, a beachside holiday escape where you can immerse in mind and body wellness through the practice of yoga and Ayurveda.

Experience Sri Lanka’s ancient cultural heritage and the magnificent beaches of the North East Coast. The `Trincomalee Explorer’ provides an insight into Anuradhapura and Sigiriya – two fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites. After a few interesting days of exploring ancient ruins, enjoy the white sandy beaches of Trincomalee where the ocean is perfect for snorkeling, whale and dolphin spotting from March to October. We have selected fabulous boutique hotels and beach resorts set in magnificent locations for this tour. As always, the itinerary is flexible and Red Dot is happy to make changes to suit your needs.

Sri Lanka is an island nation with a cultural heritage that dates back over 2,500 years. Its people are as diverse as the varied landscapes and natural beauty that the island is blessed with.Experience the traditional lifestyles of the rural paddy farmers, coastal fisherman, tea pluckers of the central hills and Sri Lanka’s indigenous inhabitants: the Veddas or Wanniya-laeto (forest-dwellers).

This journey let’s you experience some of Sri Lanka’s unique destinations - the magnificent wilderness and the south coast beaches in luxurious comfort. An adventurous safari through the wilderness ends with five days of relaxation on the beautiful beaches of Thalpe on the Galle coast.

The Young Cricketer’s Tour is for 12 to 13 year-old school boy cricketers embarking on perhaps their first cricket tour. This Sri Lankan experience will live long in the memory at the players have the opportunity to play on a selection of the island’s top flight Test Match grounds years before their time. The tour also offers an educational insight into island conservation methods, with outings to the elephant orphanage and monkey camp.