Fourteen days across Sri Lanka that mix wildlife, history and coastline rather than settling for just one side of the country. You get inland time for safaris, temples and spice plantations, then move to the southern coast for a slower, beach-focused second half.

It's a fully guided small-group trip with private rooms, run over Christmas and New Year, so it suits people who want company and structure without sharing a room with strangers.

The pace is easy rather than packed, with real downtime built in for surfing, snorkelling and a beach barbecue once you reach the coast.

What you'll do

• Go on safari in search of Sri Lanka's wildlife
• Explore the historic city of Galle
• Taste spices fresh from a working spice plantation
• Watch for whales and dolphins off the southern coast
• Snorkel and surf along the coastline
• Round off the trip with a beach barbecue