22 Nights | February 2027 | Cruise & Tour Holiday
This journey combines the natural beauty and culture of Sri Lanka with a relaxing all-inclusive cruise through Southeast Asia.
You’ll explore Sri Lanka in depth, from ancient temples and tea plantations to wildlife-rich national parks, with the chance to see elephants and experience local life. A highlight of the trip is one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys, travelling through lush countryside between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya.
Your holiday continues with a 12 night all-inclusive cruise onboard Celebrity Cruises Solstice, visiting destinations including Bangkok, Hanoi and beyond.
This is a well-balanced itinerary combining culture, nature, rail travel and cruising in one seamless journey.
Pricing
From £3,999 per person (based on Inside Cabin)
Alternative cabin options available:
- Veranda from £5,499 per person
Multiple departure dates available between February 2027 and January 2028. Pricing varies depending on availability.
What’s Included
Everything is organised from start to finish, combining guided touring, rail travel, cruising and hotel stays.
Fully Escorted Tours
- Visit a tea plantation and factory
- Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
- Royal Botanical Gardens
- Traditional dance experience
- Private spice garden visit
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Polonnaruwa ancient city
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at a local farm
- Jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park
- Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Scenic Rail Journey
- Train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya through Sri Lanka’s tea country
All-Inclusive Cruise
- 12 night all-inclusive cruise onboard Celebrity Solstice
- Classic Drinks Package and Wi-Fi included
- Overnights in port in Bangkok and Hanoi
Hotel Stays
- 1 night 4-Star stay in Colombo at the Granbell Hotel Colombo with breakfast
- 1 night 4-Star stay in Nuwara Eliya at the Galway Heights with breakfast and dinner
- 2 night 4-Star stay in Kandy at the Cinnamon Citadel with breakfast and dinner
- 2 night 4-Star stay in Habarana at the Habarana Village by Cinnamon with breakfast and dinner
- 1 night 4-Star stay in Negombo at the Goldi Sands Hotel with breakfast
- 1 night 4-Star stay in Singapore at the PARKROYAL on Beach Road with breakfast
Flights & Transfers
- Return flights from London with regional options available
- All overseas transfers included
- Overnight flights where applicable
Holiday duration includes overnight flights when applicable and is subject to change.
Scenic train journey is subject to availability.
Full Itinerary
Day 1
Fly from the UK to Colombo
Day 2
Colombo overnight stay
Day 3–4
Habarana
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore ancient sites
Day 5–6
Kandy
Visit the Temple of the Tooth and Royal Botanical Gardens
Day 7
Scenic rail journey to Nuwara Eliya
Day 8
Nuwara Eliya
Explore tea plantations and surrounding landscapes
Day 9
Negombo
Day 10
Fly to Singapore
Day 11
Embark Celebrity Solstice
Day 12–22
Cruise itinerary including:
Bangkok
Hanoi
Day 23
Disembark and return flight to the UK
The Cruise Experience
Celebrity Solstice offers a modern and spacious cruise experience, with a focus on comfort, dining and entertainment.
Enjoy a wide range of onboard facilities alongside an included drinks package and Wi-Fi, making your time at sea as relaxing as possible.
Why Book With Need That Cruise
We specialise in building complete cruise holidays, not just the cruise itself.
You’ll speak directly to our team, we’ll guide you through the full itinerary, and make sure everything is right for you before you book.
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