The Best Family-Friendly Organized Tours to Sri Lanka

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure with your loved ones? Look no further! We've meticulously analyzed all the family-friendly organized tours and holiday packages through Sri Lanka, ensuring that you and your children have the time of your lives. Say goodbye to the stress of planning a trip with kids and say hello to the joys of traveling as a family, as we present to you a terrific range of fantastic guided and organized tours, plus vacation packages, designed to cater to your family's every need. All of these holiday and vacation tour options are well-planned, and they also cater to travelers under 18, too! This means that you can focus on what truly matters: spending quality time on vacation with your family.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 8 Days, $380.00

  • 14 Days, $1040.00

  • 5 Days, $378.00
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The Best Family-Friendly Tours through Sri Lanka

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Beauty Lanka Travels 8 Days Start/End in Colombo 13 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 10 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 6
Price per Day: $48

This tour visits Colombo, Negombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Tissamaharama, Mirissa, Galle, Bentota, and Hikkaduwa.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Beauty Lanka Travels
Focusing on Sri Lanka, Beauty Lanka Travels is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Traveling with Beauty Lanka Travels provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$380
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 14 Days Start/End in Colombo 14 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 100
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $63

This tour visits Colombo, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Mirissa, Tangalle, Tissamaharama, Yala National Park, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Kitulgala, Kandy, Pinnawala, and Negombo.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Beach
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$1,040 $884
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 5 Days Start/End in Colombo 5 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • Nature Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 12 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $64

This tour visits Colombo, Bentota, Galle, Mirissa, and Negombo.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Beach
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$378 $321
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 14 Days Start/End in Colombo 9 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 50
Price per Day: $66

This tour visits Colombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Habarana, Kandy, Ella, Yala, Tangalle, and Galle.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$1,089 $926
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 6 Days Start/End in Colombo 6 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers
  • Undersea Explorers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $76

This tour visits Colombo, Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota, and Galle.

  • Whale watching
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$535 $455
on TourRadar

Organized by Mango Vacations 14 Days Start/End in Colombo 14 Destinations
  • On Sale: 20% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 3 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $57

This tour visits Colombo, Pinnawala, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Tangalle, Mirissa, Galle, and Bentota.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Mango Vacations
Mango Vacations is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 4 countries, including Sri Lanka, India, Maldives, and Vietnam. The small group sizes, often less than 14, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$990 $792
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 10 Days Start/End in Colombo 9 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $65

This tour visits Colombo, Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Mirissa, Galle, and Bentota.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$767 $652
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 12 Days Start/End in Colombo 10 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 5 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $66

This tour visits Colombo, Kalpitiya, Wilpattu National Park, Jaffna, Nilaveli, Trincomalee, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, and Negombo.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$928 $789
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 14 Days Start/End in Colombo 12 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $66

This tour visits Colombo, Pinnawala, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Udawalawe National Park, Mirissa, and Galle.

  • Sightseeing
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$1,088 $925
on TourRadar

Organized by Holiday Lanka Tours 4 Days Start/End in Colombo 5 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 8
Price per Day: $66

This tour visits Colombo, Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Kitulgala.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Holiday Lanka Tours
Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$312 $265
on TourRadar

Why does Sri Lanka appeal to families?

Sri Lanka appeals to families for its unique mix of cultural experiences, child-friendly attractions, and safe, welcoming environment. Tours to the region offer a perfect mix of family relaxation and adventure in an affordable package, as there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, family-friendly itineraries make it easy to travel stress-free while creating lasting memories together.

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How much do family-friendly tours to Sri Lanka cost?

The average daily price of Family-Friendly Tours in Sri Lanka is $140 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Family-Friendly Tours in Sri Lanka here.


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$140
Average Price Per Day
170
Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
33
Tour Companies
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Family-Friendly Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer family-friendly tours in Sri Lanka. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Holiday Lanka Tours

Holiday Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company that focuses on Sri Lanka and India. The small group sizes, often less than 10, make for a very personal experience. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.

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Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) Ltd

Focusing on Sri Lanka and India, Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) Ltd is a smaller tour company which provides a personalized level of service to customers. Traveling with Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) Ltd provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

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BH Lanka Tours

Focusing on Sri Lanka, BH Lanka Tours is a smaller tour company which provides a personalized level of service to customers. Traveling with BH Lanka Tours provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. You have the option to tailor certain tours to fit your specific preferences. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

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Serendib Roots

Serendib Roots is a smaller tour company that focuses on Sri Lanka and India. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.

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Family-Friendly Destinations in Sri Lanka

Wondering where family-friendly tours visit in Sri Lanka? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in Sri Lanka include Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, and Dambulla.


Family-Friendly Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

If you're unsure whether to go with an organized tour or plan everything independently, think about the factors that set each experience apart.

Pros
  • Everything is planned for you.
  • Guides make destinations more engaging.
  • See the highlights efficiently.
  • Meet other families on the tour.
  • Less stress navigating unfamiliar areas.
  • Family-friendly activities are included.
  • No transportation worries.
  • Access to special experiences.
Cons
  • Fixed schedules limit flexibility.
  • Tours can be more expensive.
  • Sharing with strangers may feel less personal.
  • Limited time at attractions.
  • Activities may not fit your interests.
  • Meals might not suit your preferences.
  • Busy days can tire out kids.


Pros
  • Plan everything to fit your needs.
  • Save money by choosing budget options.
  • Focus on what your family enjoys most.
  • Discover hidden gems and go off-script.
  • Bond while planning and traveling together.
  • Engage with locals at your own pace.
  • Eat where you want, when you want.
  • Balance sightseeing with rest.
Cons
  • Planning takes a lot of time.
  • You might miss important attractions.
  • Arranging logistics can be stressful.
  • Hard to balance too much or too little.
  • Emergencies are harder to handle.
  • Language barriers may create issues.
  • Costs can be unpredictable.
  • Harder to meet other traveling families.


Which is cheaper?

Is traveling independently less expensive than taking guided family-friendly tours? The answer isn't straightforward. Guided tours often include services like hotels, transportation, meals, entry tickets, guides, and activities, all of which you would need to arrange and pay for individually if traveling on your own. To determine the cost difference, you'd need to compare the total cost of the tour package with the cost of booking everything separately. You may prefer a less expensive hotel or splurge on dining, so the cost of a tour could either save you money or cost you more. Be sure to review what's included in the tour package before making your comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

More Tour Options

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Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Colombo, The Best 3-Day Tours from Negombo, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Colombo, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Negombo, The Best 10-Day Tours from Colombo, The Best 10-Day Tours from Negombo, The Best 2-Week Tours from Colombo, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Negombo for more package tour options.

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