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Tailor-Made Itineraries
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Tailor-Made Itineraries
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise.
Explore the cave shrines of Dambulla.
Spot leopards and elephants in Wilpattu National Park.
Travel by train through northern Sri Lanka to Jaffna.
Visit Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil in Jaffna.
Swim at Keerimalai natural springs.
Experience Ayurveda-inspired hospitality in Sigiriya.
Cook Sri Lankan dishes with a local family in Kandy.
Ride the hill-country train to Haputale.
Watch sunrise from Lipton’s Seat.
Walk to the Nine Arch Bridge in Ella.
Search for elephants in Udawalawe National Park.
Visit the Elephant Transit Home rehabilitation centre.
Relax on the southern coast at Balapitiya.
Cruise through mangroves and visit turtle conservation sites.
Interested in Sri Lankan history, religion, and archaeology.
Wildlife enthusiasts wanting leopard and elephant safaris.
Enjoy scenic train journeys and mountain landscapes.
Seeking a balance of culture, nature, and relaxation.
Couples and mature travellers wanting varied experiences.
Photographers interested in landscapes, temples, and local life.
Curious about Tamil and Sinhalese cultural regions.
Interested in community-based and sustainable tourism.
Travellers with limited mobility or difficulty climbing stairs.
Uncomfortable with long driving days between destinations.
Seeking a fast-paced luxury beach holiday only.
Sensitive to heat, humidity, or uneven walking terrain.
Unwilling to take domestic train journeys or safari drives.
Expect nightlife-focused destinations throughout the trip.
Let’s bring your dreams to reality. Perhaps you already know what you want to see and do, perhaps you don’t. We will help you bring your social media feed to reality.
Your travel consultant
David Smyth
Director, Forward Travel
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Stories from the road
Real journeys, real words — hear from explorers who've travelled the world with Forward Travel.
“David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless.”
Emma & James Wilson
Australia→Kenya
September 2024