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Sri Lanka Rugby Tour - 10 nights

Explore Colombo, Kandy and Galle, and enjoy competitive tests against local teams in a Sri Lankan sporting adventure you and your team will never forget.

Rugby is fast gaining ground in Sri Lanka, and this tour puts your team at the heart of it.

With four fixtures against determined local opposition, supported by excellent training facilities, it’s a real test for players looking to grow.

Away from the pitch, you’ll immerse yourselves in Sri Lanka’s heritage and nature: temples, turtle hatcheries, elephant sanctuaries, and coastal fortresses.

This is a rugby tour that balances competition with discovery, forging bonds and memories that last long after the final whistle.

Tour Highlights

  • 4 rugby fixtures vs local opposition
  • Training sessions at Sri Lankan rugby grounds
  • Excursions: Pinnawala Elephant Sanctuary, Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, Galle Fort, and Sacred Tooth Temple
  • Colombo & Kandy cultural tours + Foundation of Goodness

Example Itinerary

Day 1: Overnight flight from UK to Sri Lanka.
Day 2: Arrive Colombo, transfer to Kandy. Arrive Cinnamon Citadel Hotel (or similar). Dinner at hotel.
Day 3: Breakfast; transfer to 2-hour training session at local ground. Kandy City & Shopping Tour, evening cultural show, then visit Kandy Sacred Tooth Temple. Dinner at hotel.
Day 4: Breakfast; Rugby Fixture 1: Rugby vs Local Team. Dinner at hotel.
Day 5: Breakfast; excursion day (option for Sigiriya Rock Fortress excursion). Dinner at hotel.
Day 6: Breakfast; Rugby Fixture 2: Rugby vs Local Team. Dinner at hotel.
Day 7: Breakfast; Rugby Fixture 3: Rugby vs Local Team. Dinner at hotel.
Day 8: Breakfast; visit Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and Foundation of Goodness. Dinner at hotel.
Day 9: Breakfast; visit Galle Dutch Fort guided tour & shopping. Dinner at hotel.
Day 10: Breakfast; Rugby Fixture 4: Rugby vs Local Team. Dinner at hotel.
Day 11: Breakfast; Colombo City & Shopping Tour. Dinner at hotel.
Day 12: Breakfast; check out, transfer to airport. Return overnight flight to UK.

Sights of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers a rich backdrop for rugby. See elephants roam at Pinnawala, learn about conservation at Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, and connect with local communities at the Foundation of Goodness.

Explore the heritage of Kandy’s Sacred Tooth Temple and the colonial charm of Galle Fort, then dive into the bustling city life of Colombo.

With each stop, players experience a side of Sri Lanka that’s as rewarding as the rugby itself.

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Package Includes

  • Return flights from UK to Colombo, with hold luggage
  • 4 nights' accommodation on half-board basis at Cinnamon Citadel Hotel (or similar)
  • 6 nights' accommodation on half-board basis at Pegasus Reef Hotel (or similar)
  • Return airport, training and match transfers
  • 1x self-led training session per squad at local ground
  • Service of local Smile representative in Sri Lanka
  • 10 x breakfast at the hotel
  • 10 x dinner at the hotel (or local restaurants)
  • 1 x lunch at Pinnawala Elephant Sanctuary
  • 4 x rugby matchdays per squad with match officials
  • Lunch and filtered water for all matchdays
  • Colombo, Kandy & Galle city tours with tour guide
  • Kandy Sacred Tooth Temple entry
  • Cultural show in Kandy
  • Foundation of Goodness visit
  • Turtle Hatchery visit
  • Pinnawala Elephant Sanctuary Visit
*based on 4 nights in Kandy at Cinnamon Citadel Hotel, 6 nights' accommodation in Colombo at Pegasus Reef Hotel (or similar) - half-board basis. Ratio of 7 players to 1 member of staff FOC (minimum 21 players)

Pegasus Reef, ColomboVisit Hotel Website

  • Nestled in the coastal suburb of Wattala, Pegasus Reef Hotel offers a refreshing blend of resort-style relaxation and urban convenience just 30 minutes from Colombo and the international airport.
  • With lush gardens, sea breezes, and thoughtfully designed contemporary rooms, this retreat is ideal for families, couples, and leisure seekers.
  • Indulge in fresh local cuisine at The Fishery or RasaKetha, unwind by the pool, or explore nearby forest trails and waterfront attractions.

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