Wellness, Culture & Coast of Lanka

Arrive Colombo & Travel to Negombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka!!! Upon arrival at Colombo airport, Total Holiday Options Executive will meet you at the arrival lounge holding a placard. Followed by transfer to Negombo. Negombo or Meegamuwa in Sinhalese is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon in Western Province. Situated six kilometres from the International airport of Sri Lanka, is a characteristic predominantly Christian fishing town with narrow streets and small boutiques, and many historic churches to visit and see, with its routes running back to the arrival of the Portuguese. A resort town dotted with many hotels and restaurants and the famous lagoon, where one could take a ride in an outrigger sailing canoe and experience the authentic fisherman’s life or explore the town to witness the locals day to day activity.

Negombo City Tour & Welcome Dinner

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Negombo. The town of Negombo in specific is a great place to spend a relaxed vacation soaking in some sun while being showered by warm hospitality. For the city tour we start with Negombo Fish Market, City was founded originally as a fishing village which has remained a backbone amongst the local community. Walk down the small fishing villages on the outskirts of Negombo to witness the large open-air fish market. It gives you an unpretentious insight into the local fisher community. The market is loud, vibrant and smells like fish! You will be able to witness the fishermen in hundreds of boats bringing in their days catch. See how the wholesalers and restaurateurs trade and watch the packing & loading of fish for distribution across the country as well as for export – worldwide. Later continue the city tour to visit the Dutch church & port, Angurukaramulla Temple, St. Mary’s Church and Hindu Temple. Evening enjoys welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Travel to Galle

Travel to Galle, a stunning town at the southern edge of Sri Lanka with fascinating colonial history evident at every turn through its eclectic assemblage of architecture. Its walls and everything inside them is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with beautiful Dutch fusion architecture, a commanding Victorian lighthouse, grand churches and mosques, all in a sultry tropical setting.

Assistance on Arrival enjoy city tour

Assistance on arrival and check-in at the hotel. After a brief rest, enjoy the Galle city tour. This tour of Galle allows you to explore the fort area on foot. We will take you to all the places that have so many stories in-store for you to be heard. You will be able to climb up to the ramparts of the fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and walk through the streets. We visit the Dutch Reformed Church located inside Galle Fort, the church has high historic value. Galle Fort Clock Tower built in the late 19th-century and is a four-storied monument made up of stone. Meera Mosque Situated near the Galle Fort Lighthouse, reflecting Dutch architectural style, it was built around 300 years ago as per the locals. Galle Fort Lighthouse another UNESCO World Heritage Site and was built in 1848 during the British colonial period and is a perfect spot to relax and feel the beauty of nature. Along the way, you will take a break with a cup of fine Ceylon Tea or a refreshing King Coconut.

Travel to Bentota

Today travel to Bentota, nestled along secluded shores which is 65kms south of Colombo. Rich culture, exotic adventures, thrilling water sports and palm-fringed golden beaches are all part of the many discoveries that lie in this shore. Bentota is a mecca for water sports. Try scuba diving in the coral-rich waters, go deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe, or try your hand at windsurfing on the resort’s gentle waves. As evening approaches, sample the local cuisine with a dinner of fresh-caught seafood before watching a memorable sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Assistance on arrival

Assistance on arrival and transfer to the Hotel.

Day at leisure

Day at leisure to relax by the ocean or explore on own. Calm seas and miles of pristine beaches make this laid-back resort town a favourite holiday playground. Bentota is a mecca for watersports: try scuba diving in the coral-rich waters, go deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe, or try your hand at windsurfing on the resort’s gentle waves. As evening approaches, sample the local cuisine with a dinner of fresh-caught seafood before watching a memorable sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Day at leisure

Day at leisure to relax by the ocean or explore on own. Calm seas and miles of pristine beaches make this laid-back resort town a favourite holiday playground. Bentota is a mecca for watersports: try scuba diving in the coral-rich waters, go deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe, or try your hand at windsurfing on the resort’s gentle waves. As evening approaches, sample the local cuisine with a dinner of fresh-caught seafood before watching a memorable sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Day at leisure

Day at leisure to relax by the ocean or explore on own. Calm seas and miles of pristine beaches make this laid-back resort town a favourite holiday playground. Bentota is a mecca for watersports: try scuba diving in the coral-rich waters, go deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe, or try your hand at windsurfing on the resort’s gentle waves. As evening approaches, sample the local cuisine with a dinner of fresh-caught seafood before watching a memorable sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Day at leisure

Day at leisure to relax by the ocean or explore on own. Calm seas and miles of pristine beaches make this laid-back resort town a favourite holiday playground. Bentota is a mecca for watersports: try scuba diving in the coral-rich waters, go deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe, or try your hand at windsurfing on the resort’s gentle waves. As evening approaches, sample the local cuisine with a dinner of fresh-caught seafood before watching a memorable sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Day at leisure

Day at leisure to relax by the ocean or explore on own. Calm seas and miles of pristine beaches make this laid-back resort town a favourite holiday playground. Bentota is a mecca for watersports: try scuba diving in the coral-rich waters, go deep-sea fishing on a traditional outrigger canoe, or try your hand at windsurfing on the resort’s gentle waves. As evening approaches, sample the local cuisine with a dinner of fresh-caught seafood before watching a memorable sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Travel to Colombo

Today travel to Colombo.

Colombo Departure

In time assisted transfer to Colombo International Airport to board your onward flight home.