SRI LANKA WITH CHELSEA - MARCH 2026 August 26, 2025 22:24 11 Comments

For questions or to book, email chelsea@trafalgar.com 

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See below for Chelsea's take on it all!

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I’ll be honest — I don’t know much about Sri Lanka.

I've never been! But what I've heard has me fizzing. And word from Trafalgar is it's one of THE most-loved places to travel right now...

What's the go?

It’s a teardrop-shaped island just off the southern tip of India - lush, tropical, and absolutely packed with history, culture, flavour and beauty. It’s about the size of Tasmania, home to around 22 million people, and has a bit of everything: sacred temples, ancient cities, rainforests, wildlife, beaches, colonial charm, warm oceans, tea plantations (oh, how I love tea) and spice markets (imagine).  

And the food?

Let’s just say, I’m packing only floaty dresses without a constrictive waist.

Sri Lankan food is bold, vibrant and full of flavour. Think slow-cooked coconut curries, sambols with lime and chilli, crispy hoppers (like a crepey pancake thing) spiced vegetables, cinnamon-scented dhal, and creamy buffalo curd drizzled with treacle. There’s a deep Ayurvedic influence, loads of fresh fruit, seafood, and glorious spices that have been traded for centuries.

It’s similar to Indian food in some ways, but lighter, tangier, and its own thing. And oh boy, I cannot WAIT to try it all.

Sri Lanka is known for its warmth (the climate and the people). And lately, it seems like everyone I know is either going, just got back, or wanting to go. So, my friend - I reckon we should get amongst it.

Our trip

This isn’t your average holiday. It’s a rich, flavour-soaked, soul-lifting, hilariously fun trip - Chelsea-style. Ten unforgettable days with a bunch of good-stock (fellow Kiwis), and a land that has it all.

We’ll be riding trains through misty hills, sipping Ceylon tea, feasting on fragrant curries, breathing in incense from sacred temples, and safari-ing at sunrise in search of elephants. There’s a beach. Turtles. There’s a cooking class. There’s me. And there’s you (hopefully).

Don’t just dream about it... come with me! 

Me & Trafalgar

I’ve been going on trips with Trafalgar for over ten years now. And I keep coming back for more because they’re just… so bloody good. They’re impeccably run, the people involved are always magic, and every trip brings something new and beautiful. My partnership with Trafalgar has become one of the unexpected highlights of my life - and it might just become one of yours, too. Whether you’re flying solo, travelling with your mum, your husband, your best mate - there’s a place for everyone. It’s such a buzz to be part of it. I feel incredibly lucky.

Things to know

• These Trafalgar trips are the best way to travel.
  No stress, no decisions, no standing in queues, no hauling suitcases to and fro. Just show up and be looked after like a queen (or king). Life is busy enough at home without your trip being stressful too! Click here to see what I mean.

• It’s safe, smooth, and seriously fun.
  You don’t have to worry about a thing, everything’s organised. Transport, accommodation, meals, access to incredible experiences, all sorted. 

• You’ll meet the best people.
  Every trip I’ve done like this, the group is always a mix of ages, personalities, and backgrounds - and somehow, it just works. Most people make close, lifelong friendships. 

• Our Trafalgar Travel Director is a literal godsend.
  This magical human keeps everything humming along behind (and in front of) the scenes, shares their deep local knowledge, handles logistics, and adds an incredible amount of heart and humour to the journey. You'll adore them by the end. 

• This is an “out of the box” experience.
  Trafalgar unlocks the kinds of experiences you simply won't find on your own - like cooking with locals, special access to heritage sites, local specialists, and meals with families in their homes. These are always the most memorable parts of the trip.

• We travel in comfort.
  Our private coach has air con, Wi-Fi, and the all-important power outlets for your phone. You’ll be uploading photos and making the folks back home green-eyed every day.

• I’ll be there!
  But there'll be no cooking demos or history lessons from me - I’m coming on holiday as your fellow traveller. I’ll be soaking it all in with you, snapping pics, bringing everyone together in the best, most loving a hilarious way. You might even get a nickname from me - I'm renowned for that.  

Secure your space now!

Spots on my trips are limited, and do sell out. Email chelsea@trafalgar.com (or click here) for more information and to book. Someone at Trafalgar will come back to you within one business day.

CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL BROCHURE, PRICES & FULL ITINERARY

Feedback from my travellers

I love my Traf travellers! I love the fact so many keep coming back time after time, I love they make it feel like a big family trip. I love that I get to meet people from all parts of the country, everyone unique in their own brilliant ways. They’re like the threads that make the travel tapestry lustrous! God, we have some laughs. Here’s a little bit of what some of them have to say:

"Travelling with Trafalgar and Chelsea is incredibly easy and fun! Travelling with like-minded people who, at the end of the tour, remain friends! I can't recommend tours with Chelsea enough. She brings her people together with laughter, music, and lots of dancing. Go for it, you won't regret it!" - Michele

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“I felt so lucky to be part of such a wonderful trip away!  We visited so many amazing places, and had so much delicious food and wine! Every day was a treat and I have so many wonderful memories. But Chelsea was the icing on the cake, such a loving and hard-case lady!  The perfect Hostess!” – Kate
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“Haha, I hated it mate! That’s why I’m doing another!” – Suzanne (update, she’s done like, four now).
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“From the cobbled streets and quaint little cafes, shops, restaurants to the stunning architecture steeped in history, to the bustling cities and wonderful markets, incredible scenery, wonderful castles, fabulous food and wine, and like mined fellow foodies….these trips with Chelsea are a must! I have done several of Chelsea’s trips and every time I am totally blown away with her, and the incredible fun and good times we all have.“ –  Julie B
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“If you love food, wine, fun, new friendships and amazing sights, then don’t hesitate to join Chelsea in Italy for a foodie tour you’re never to forget! Trafalgar tours are the best, a fantastico travel director and to travel with such a special person as Chelsea whose honest down to earth charm and goofiness made for a very relaxed feel, and there’s even daaaancing and shopping!!” – Jill
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“France trip I did with Chelsea was amazing, met all my expectations. Traveling on my own, had neat like minded travel companions which was fun, and have made some great friendships. Being on a tour meant arranging/booking nothing and yet seeing all the best attractions with no queues. Really believe the Chelsea factor added to the success of the trip. Looking forward to booking the next trip.” – Michelle
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“I met so many wonderful people and created the most amazing memories and new friends. If you’re thinking of going on a similar trip, don’t think twice – just book it you’ll love love love it!!” – Vanessa
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“It was my trip of a lifetime! Organised well with an amazing itinerary. My husband was one of two men and he loved it as much as me. Chelsea is the icing on the cake. Such a beautiful, inspiring girl who is not afraid to enjoy all the treats of Italy! I think about the trip every day! Just take the leap and book it and go! xx” – Rhonda
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“I have been on a few overseas trips but this one had to be the trip of a lifetime by far. We stayed in amazing places and had the most beautiful of meals . Having Chelsea on the trip with us definitely was the finishing touch. She is such a happy-go-lucky person who makes everyone who she comes in contact with feel so special. If you are slightly thinking about booking this trip do it now before you miss out. You will have no regrets that’s for sure. Definitely value for money. Don’t think you would find a better value trip like this anywhere.” – Raewyn
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“Wow, what a trip! Very friendly, met many special people, experienced some fabulous food and went to lots of memorable places.” – Jennifer
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“Don’t hesitate. I was dubious of travelling on my own, but never on any day did I feel lonely. Awesome trip, awesome food, awesome people, awesome travel director, and awesome places we visited. Beautiful country from the historic places to the beautiful experiences and of course the beautiful Chelsea and her great sense of fun. DO IT!“ – Julie
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“Definitely one of my travel highlights! Fantastic food and accommodation, travel guide and expert local guides, and of course having Chelsea on board made it extra special! The trip covered so many different regions of Italy & their unique characteristics.” – Pam
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“Italy with Chelsea 2016 was amazing! The itinerary was jam packed full of exciting adventures that were set at an easy pace for everyone of all ages to enjoy. The accommodation was fantastic and as for the food… Mamma Mia it was Bellissimo!!! (Take your stretchy pants, you’re gonna need them!). As for our beautiful Chelsea, what a lovely host and friend to travel with. Love my 41 new Trafalgar friends. Would definitely do another trip.” – Nardene
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What a trip of a lifetime we had with Chelsea. Amazing food and wine, and we visited some wonderful places. Chelsea was a truly wonderful hostess who was fun to be around and made time for us all. Don’t hesitate just do it! It’s one you will not regret.” – Leanne
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“Wasn’t a ‘foodie’ & didn’t know much about Chelsea (very cool sense of humour) & didn’t have a travel buddy – the trip sounded interesting & that it was: such a variety of experiences, great locations, excellent digs, informed guides AND the most wonderful group of people to share it all with. Trip of a lifetime? For me, most definitely.” – Chris
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