Sri Lanka Tour Packages

1 – Sri Lanka Stop-over
Duration: 04 Nights / 05 Days
Places: Colombo – Beruwla – Galle – Beruwla – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Beruwla
Arrive Colombo meet-assist & drive to Transfer to Bentota.
Evening enjoy water sports at Bentota.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 : Beruwla – Galle
In the morning after breakfast visit Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda and World Heritage Site –Galle.
Return to Beruwala & transfer to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Kosgoda is famous for its turtle hatchery- operated by the Wild Life Protection Society of Sri Lanka. It was established in 1981 to protect Sri Lanka’s turtles from extinction. The hatchery pays fishermen for eggs that they collect at night along the sandy beach. Visitors can see huge tanks filled with new born turtle hatchlings. After being fed, the baby turtles are taken to the sea and released when they are 2-4 days old, usually during the safer hours of darkness. Although October to April is the main laying season, some eggs can be found at Kosgoda throughout the year.
The beaches of Sri Lanka are the nesting grounds for five species of marine turtles. They are the Green Turtle, the Leatherback, the Hawksbill, the Loggerhead and the Olive Ridley. All 5 species have been recorded to nest along specific areas of Sri Lanka’s coast. Studies have indicated that beaches can be categorized in accordance with visitation by different species of turtles. For example Leatherbacks nest at Walawe Modera and Godawaya. Hawksbill nests at Bentota while Green Turtle nests at Rekawa and Kosgoda. Loggerheads nest at Welipatanwala. Olive Ridleys are the only species of turtle that nest everywhere.
Transfer to Galle Galle is an exquisite city filled with colonial Dutch and Portuguese history and architecture and once a major port. The imposing Fort is a tourist’s treasure; it houses the national Maritime Museum, the National museum and the more recent 1938 lighthouse. The Fort overlooks the sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and it is easy to get lost in its atmosphere, rich with memories of a bygone era.
Galle, famous for its lace, is filled with priceless crafts and antique treasures like jewellery, ceramics, and Dutch period furniture and brass work. The little city of Galle is a fascinating stop, not just for historians, but for anyone interested in learning more about Sri Lanka’s historical experience.

Day 03 : Beruwla – Colombo
In the morning after breakfast and transfer to Colombo.
Afternoon visit Colombo city tour.
Overnight at hotel.
COLOMBO – A drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street – the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. The historic Dawatagaha Mosque and the former Eye Hospital are two buildings in Cinnamon Gardens worth looking at.
Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha and the Independence Square. Visit the Mlesna exquisite tea boutique, cashew nut shop, readymade garments and all sorts at Majestic City. Visit the Lanka Ceramics Centre, a place where you can buy “NORITAKE SET” or other ceramic items, visit the Odel shop at Lipton place and’ House of Fashion

Day 04 : Colombo
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast enjoy Colombo shopping.
Overnight at hotel.
Colombo is a great place to shop for jewellery, shoes, Ceylon tea and of course clothes! Sri Lanka is a world-renowned manufacturer of designer clothes and travellers from all across the globe will have the chance to purchase such clothes for a very low price. In other words, the price tag will simply surprise you. Places like Beverly Street, House of Fashion and Odel offers a wide array of fashionable clothes and accessories. Odel is a unique upmarket store that features designer clothes, accessories, shoes, bags and so much more. Paradise Road is an interesting and posh boutique that sells top quality home furnishings and unique local crafts.  For the gem and jewellery aficionado, the Colombo Jewellery Store and Zam Gems are ideal places to visit.
Sri Lanka is also famous for its world-class produce of tea, thereby Colombo offers its visitors both local and international the real taste of Ceylon tea at places such as Mlesna Tea and Tea Tang.
Colombo’s renowned shopping arcades include Crescat Boulevard, Liberty Plaza and Majestic city.  Featuring, in house supermarkets, theatre and a vast number of retail shops, these shopping complexes are known to be convenient, modern and so much fun for the shopaholic.

Day 05 : Depart Colombo
Departure transfer to onwards destination.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 04 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

2 – Highlights of Sri Lanka
Duration: 05 Nights / 06 Days
Places: Colombo – Negombo – Anuradhapura – Habarana – Polonnaruwa – Habarana – Sigiriya – Kandy – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Negombo
“Ayubowan” On arrival at the recently refurbished Modern and State of the art International Airport  you will be blessed to get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality. Welcome you at the Airport and Transfer to Hotel.
Check in to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Negombo.

Day 02 : Negombo – Anurdhapura
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Anuradhapura.
Evening explore ancient Kingdom.
Anuradhapura is situated in the North Central province of Sri Lanka. It can be reached from Colombo via Kurunegala -Dambulla -Anuradhapura road, or via Kandy-Dambulla- Anuradhapura road or from Puttalam along Trincomalee road.
Anuradhapura city became the Capital of Anuradhapura Kingdom in the 4th Century BC. It remained as the capital city for 15 centuries and was a prominent political and trade center in South Asia during this period.
According to the Chronicle Mahawanasa, Anuradhapura was called by that name after the minister Anuradha, who came along with Prince Vijaya and hundreds of followers from Dambadiva, India in the 6th Century BC and started the settlement by the side of Malwathu Oya (River Malwatu).
It is said that the Sinhala nation has originated from the natives of the island and the Indo aryans like Vijaya and followers, who came and settled in the island from around 6th Century BC and there onwards. The native clans were called as Yakshas and Nagas. In the 4th century BC, King Pandukabhaya made Anuradhapura the capital of his Kingdom.
Transfer to Habarana for overnight stay.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 03 : Anurdhapura – Polonnaruwa – Habarana
After breakfast transfer to Polonnaruwa.
The history Polonnaruwa goes as far as 6th century BC when a minister of the king Vijaya (From whom the Sinhalese race was born) established a town called “Vijitha Grama” on the area now called Kaduruwela.
This is also the place for the famous “Battle of Vijithapura” between the Great King Dutugamunu (161-131 BC) and the Tamil invader Elara in his effort to re-unite the country under one Sinhalese King. This area was gradually developed as an influential agricultural town with large irrigation tanks and complex waterways built by various kings who ruled from Anuradhapura.
Visit Minneriya National Park.
Being part of the elephant corridor which joins up with Kaudulla and Wasgomuwa parks, Minneriya National Park affords the opportunity to sight herds of Elephants throughout the year.May to October is the best period to visit Minneriya National Park in view of the famous Gathering of the wild elephants. Gathering is the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world. During this period herds up to 300 elephants are seen at the 8,890 hectare park within a few square kilometers of the Minneriya Reservoir.
In August and September each year during the dry season, wild elephants from the surrounding wilderness in search of food and water, makes their way to the shores of the Minneriya Reservoir adjoining the Minneriya National Park. Huge herd of elephants, sometimes numbering up to 300, converge together within a few square kilometers of the lake. This Elephant Gathering is a thrilling spectacle that would be remembered for rest of the life of all those who were fortunate to witness it.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 : Habarana – Sigiriya  – Dambulla – Kandy
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Sigiriya.
Originally called Sihagiri (Remembrance Rock) and later dubbed Sigiriya (Lion Rock), the rock mass is actually the hardened magma plug of an extinct volcano that long ago eroded away. Pocked with natural cave shelters and rock overhangs – supplemented over the centuries by numerous hand-hewn additions and modifications – the rock may have been inhabited in prehistoric times.
Popular myth says that the formation served royal and military functions during the reign of King Kassapa (AD 477–495), who allegedly built a garden and palace on the summit. According to this theory, King Kassapa sought out an unassailable new residence after overthrowing and murdering his own father, King Dhatusena of Anuradhapura.
Transfer to Kandy on the way visit Dambulla Rock Temple & Spice Garden at Mathale.
The rock of Dambulla is the centre of a Buddhist cave-temple complex established in the 3rd century BC and occupied continuously until today. Its location has marked a transportation node between the Eastern and Western Dry Zones and between the Dry Zones and the central mountains throughout the history of Sri Lanka.
The cave-temple complex is established on an inselberg or erosional remnant of importance in the study of the island’s geological history. The site also includes evidence of human occupation going back to the prehistoric period, including the megalithic cemetery at Ibbankatuwa.
SPICE GARDEN – You will see many spice gardens at Matale and in Mawanella on the Colombo-Kandy road where Cinnamon, Cardamom, Pepper Creepers and all other spice trees, plants and creepers are planted for visitors to see them. Spice products are also available for those who would like to buy them. At all Spice Gardens visitors are taken round explaining each tree and plant and at the end explaining the use of them in food preparations.
Afterwards visit a Batik Factory where you can see the manufacture of beautiful Batik prints. These shops contain a wide variety of Batik items.
Proceed to Kandy and check in to the hotel.

Day 05 : Kandy
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast visit Royal Botanical Garden, Kandy city and Temple of tooth relic,
It was British colonialist rulers (1815-1948) of Ceylon, who destroyed the invaluable forest cover of a thousand wooded hills from Kandy to Badulla of Central Highlands of Ceylon that was protected by the gentle sway of Buddhism, which indoctrinated the respectforalllivingbeings.The wooded hills were converted to hill after hill of Ceylon Coffee and following the devastating “coffee rust” (a leaf blight – Hemileia vastratrix) in 1869 to seamless hill plantations of CeylonTea.The very same British Colonialist rulers of Ceylon established the Peradeniya Botanic Gardens that contribute, today, towards the enlightenment of concepts of floriculture conservation, birdlife conservation, butterfly conservation, biodiversity and sustainability of the island of Sri Lanka: 5% of the school children of Sri Lanka visit the Peradeniya gardens every year.
KANDY – The hill capital is another “World Heritage Sites”. It was the last stronghold of the Sinhalese Kings during the e Portuguese, Dutch and British rule and finally ceded to the British in 1815 after an agreement. To the Buddhist of Sri Lanka and the World, Kandy is one of the most sacred sites as it is the home of the “Dalada Maligawa” – Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. Close by are the remains of the Royal Palace (Maha Wasala), Palle Wasala- where the Queens stayed-now used for the National Museum, Meda Wasala where other close relatives lived, Audience Hall, Natha Devala and Vishnu Devala are situated. The Bathing Pavilion (Ulpenge) is by the Lake and in the Center of the lake is the Island called “Kiri samudraya” (Milk white ocean) used by the kings as the summerhouse.
Evening Dinner and visit cultural Show at Kandy.
CULTURAL SHOW – Today Kandy is the center of Buddhism, Arts, Crafts, Dancing, Music and Culture. Visitors can see these dance & music  performances at the daily cultural performance which starts in the  evening and runs for more than 1 hour. With more than 7 different dance performances, captivating drumming and the skills of the traditional musicians on display, this show will give you a great insight to traditional Sri Lankan culture. Overnight stay at Kandy.

Day 06 : Kandy – Colombo – Home
Departure transfer to Colombo airport for onwards destination.

END OF TOUR

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 05 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

3 – Glimpses of Sri Lanka
Duration: 05 Nights / 06 Days
Places: Colombo – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Matale – Kandy – Peradeniya – Kandy – Gadaladeniya – Kandy – Colombo

Day 01 :  Arrive Colombo
Upon arrival, meet and assist at Airport followed by transfer from Airport to Colombo. Transfer from Colombo to Wattala. Stay at Pegasus Reef Hotel.
Break, followed by a city tour which includes church Wolfendaal Dutch, Davatagaha Mosque, a Buddhist temple, a Hindu temple, Christian churches, Pettah commercial area of the city with Bazaar, University Square Independence.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 : Colombo – Pinnawala – Dambulla
Breakfast at Pegasus Reef Hotel. Transfer from Colombo to Pinnawala. Visit at The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Transfer from Pinnawala to Dambulla.
Visit at The Dambulla rock temple. Overnight Stay at hotel.
PINNAWELA ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE- App. 55 miles from Colombo, off the Colombo – Kandy road is Pinnawela, where an orphanage was started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded elephants. The number of elephants has increased to more than 65 now; including Baby Elephants brought from various parts, as well as some of the more than 25 babies born, as a result of the captive breeding programme. The best time to visit is the feeding time from 0915-0945 hrs and 1415-1445 hrs and the bathing time from 1000-11.00 hrs and 1500-1600 hrs when all the elephants are taken to the river close by.
The rock of Dambulla is the centre of a Buddhist cave-temple complex established in the 3rd century BC and occupied continuously until today. Its location has marked a transportation node between the Eastern and Western Dry Zones and between the Dry Zones and the central mountains throughout the history of Sri Lanka. The cave-temple complex is established on an inselberg or erosional remnant of importance in the study of the island’s geological history. The site also includes evidence of human occupation going back to the prehistoric period, including the megalithic cemetery at Ibbankatuwa.

Day 03 : Dambulla – Polonnaruwa
Breakfast at Amaya Lake
Transfer from Dambulla to Polonnaruwa
The island’s medieval capital (built in the 11th and 12th century AD) rose to fame after the decline of Anuradhapura. It is a world heritage site. Many of the ruins are in an excellent condition. Its great artificial lake, the Parakrama Samudra which covers an area of 6,000 acres, feeds a network of irrigation canals and minor tanks. Visit the ruins of the Royal Palace, Rankot Vihara, the Gal Viharaya which has 4 splendid statues of the Buddha in ‘Upright’, ‘Sedentary’ and ‘Recumbent’ postures carved out of rock, the Audience Hall, the Lotus Bath and the statue of King Parakramabahu. There are also monuments of famous places of worship such as the Shiva Temple, the Lankathilake, the Watadage, the Galpotha, and the remains of a former Temple of the Tooth Relic.
Transfer from Polonnaruwa to Sigiriya. Climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress which is a world heritage site, built by King Kashyapa (477-495AD). The ”Lion Rock” is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 metres from the scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70 hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock. Visit the world-renowned frescoes of the ”Heavenly Maidens” of Sigiriya, which are in a sheltered pocket of the rock approached by a spiral stairway. These frescoes are painted in earth pigments on plaster.
Transfer from Sigiriya to Dambulla
Overnight Stay at hotel.

Day 04 : Dambulla – Matale – Kandy
Breakfast at Amaya Lake
Transfer from Dambulla to Matale
Visit a spice garden in Matale to see different spices for which Sri Lanka is famous for. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed.
Transfer from Matale to Kandy. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site. The name ‘Kandy’ conjures visions of splendour and magnificence. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive. Drive around the Kandy lake built by the last Sinhala king, Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1798. Visit the Kandy town, the bazaar, an arts & crafts centre and a gem museum / lapidary. Also visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and thereafter witness a cultural show.
Overnight Stay at hotel.

Day 05 : Kandy – Peradeniya – Gadaladeniya – Wattala
Breakfast at Amaya Hills
Transfer from Kandy to Peradeniya
This beautiful garden is located 4 miles off Kandy. It was first built as a pleasure garden by a Sinhala king and was expanded by the British. It covers approximately 147 acres and is a walkers paradise with extensive well kept lawns, pavilions, an octagon conservatory, fernery, a giant Javan fig tree and numerous flower beds. The best attraction is the orchid house.
Transfer from Peradeniya to Gadaladeniya. This Buddhist temple with a Hindu annex is constructed on top of a rocky outcrop and dates back to a similar period as the Lankatilake temple and the Embekke devale. A moonstone marks the entrance to the main shrine. Transfer from Gadaladeniy to Colombo.
Overnight Stay at hotel

Day 06 : Wattala – Colombo – Home
Departure transfer to Colombo airport for flight to onward destination.

END OF TOUR

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 05 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

4 – Mesmerizing Sri Lanka
Duration: 05 Nights / 06 Days
Places: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Bentota – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Kandy
Arrival to Colombo, Pick up from Airport and transfer to Kandy, Enroute visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage en route.  Providing a caring home for abandoned and wounded elephants, it is a much loved destination for tourists and locals alike. Here, adults and baby elephants from around Sri Lanka thrive, and a captive breeding program is also proving to be highly successful.  The feeding and bathing times are generally the ideal times to visit when you can observe these gentle giants at their best.
Afternoon enjoy a city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha.  A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from. 
Evening: Round off your day with a cultural show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries old rituals will enthrall you.
Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 02 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Morning: After breakfast, head ‘up country’ and the city of Nuwara Eliya, stopping by at the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens en route.  147 acres of lushness with over 5000 species of trees and plants many of which are rare or endemic; a spice garden and an Orchid house are yours to explore
Thereafter head ‘up country’ and the city of Nuwara Eliya, visiting the Ramboda waterfalls and a tea factory along the way.
The old colonial outpost still referred to as ‘Little England’ Nuwara Eliya certainly lives up to its name.  Perched 6200 feet above sea level, the climate too, adds to the illusion of one stepping into an old English town, where neat hedges, quaint cottages and beautiful old buildings stand as serene as they did well over a century ago – the magnificent Grand Hotel presiding over them all. There is, of course, an old golf course as well as horse racing events to complete the picture.
Evening Nuwara Eliya city tour including Sitha amman temple, Divurumpola and Hakgala garden.
Sita Amman Temple : The prominent temple architecture will not fail to attract your attention. Ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on one side of the temple. The temple today is a modern building with its paintings, statues and pillars decorated with sculptures; all depicting the tale of Rama and Sita.
Hakgala Botanical Gardens : This is the exotic pleasure garden where King Ravana kept the depressed Sita, insisting that she marries him. It was here where the heartwarming meeting took place between her and Hanuman, who brought her Rama’s ring with the news that Rama was looking for her. He offered to carry her back but she refused saying it would be an insult to Rama’s honor if she did so. Part of this majestic garden still exists. It is also said that Hanuman nearly destroyed it in order to prove to Ravana of the forces against him.
Divurumpola Temple : This is the place where Seetha Devi underwent “Agni Pariksha” (test). It is a popular place of worship among locals in this area. Divurumpola means place of oath in Sinhala. The legal system permits and accepts the swearing done at this temple while settling disputes between parties.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 03 : Nuwara Eliya – Bentota
Morning: After breakfast head to the resort town of Bentota via Kithulgala. If you feel adventurous, the incredible experience of White Water Rafting awaits you at Kitulgala.  The 5km on the picturesque Kelani River run covers 5 major rapids and 4 minor ones. You will be in good hands with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing given by our white water rafting instructors beforehand.  Those who prefer to keep their feet dry can take it easy, relax and admire the beautiful views.
Spend the leisure at the beach
Overnight stay in Bentota

Day 04 : Bentota
After breakfast leave for an excursion to the Heritage city of Galle. For centuries Galle has stood strong against invasions – from colonial powers and nature’s volatile outbursts.  The famous Dutch Fort was first built by the Portuguese, fortified by the Dutch and preserved by the British. Battered daily for over 400 years by the ocean it even survived the onslaught of a tsunami and is enjoyed today by residents and visitors alike. The colonial architecture of the walled city too has resisted the advance of modernity and holds tightly to its past glory.
Afternoon:  Continue the journey along the coast to Bentota taking in the unique sight of Stilt Fishing along the shores of Ahangama.  An iconic image of Sri Lanka, Stilt Fishing is a skill handed down from one generation to the next: an ancient traditionthat is sadly on the decline.
Further along the coast, you will visit the Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda – a successful conservation effort  established to protect Sri Lanka’s turtles from extinction
Madu river Boat Ride with fish therapy-The bio-diversity of the Madu River is of monumental signification when considering the wide ranges of aquatic and avian life as well as wetland dwelling amphibians, reptiles, mammals that inhabit the environs of this natural treasure. A total of 11 species of agnatic mollusks and 14 land dwelling mollusks are found in this system. 70 species of fish, 31 types of reptiles, and 50 kinds of butterflies are just some of colorful array of wildlife that inhabits this abundantly bustling eco-system. Bird watchers will be pleased to know that 111 species of bird have been identified in the mangrove formed environs of the river, and has been known to host several types of migratory birds
Bentota – on the South coast of Sri Lanka lays the city of Bentota.  The general area of Bentota is interesting for birds.  On the shore Sea birds and Wanders are often found.  Including the rare Indian Heron and Vegetation along the river harbors many local species as well as winter migrants.  Many interesting sightseeing tours are possible from here, such as the Turtle Hatchery, Madu river Boat trips on Bentota River etc. 
There after transfer back to the hotel
Overnight stay in Bentota

Day 05 : Bentota – Colombo
Arrival Breakfast transfer to Colombo.
Colombo – a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street – the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. The historic Dawatagaha Mosque and the former Eye Hospital are two buildings in Cinnamon Gardens worth looking at. Also visit the BMICH,
Dinner at an Indian Restaurant
Overnight stay at Colombo

Day 06 : Depart Colombo
After Breakfast transfer to Airport to connect departure flight

END OF TOUR

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 05 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

5 – Sri Lanka Excursion
Duration : 06 Nights / 07 Days
Places: Colombo – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya – Kandy – Beruwala – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Sigiriya
“Ayubowan” On arrival at the recently refurbished Modern and State of the art International Airport (early morning), you will be blessed to get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality. Representative will welcome you at the Airport and Transfer to Sigiriya.
Overnight in Sigiriya.

Day 02 : Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa
After a scrumptious breakfast visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Originally called Sihagiri (Remembrance Rock) and later dubbed Sigiriya (Lion Rock), the rock mass is actually the hardened magma plug of an extinct volcano that long ago eroded away. Pocked with natural cave shelters and rock overhangs – supplemented over the centuries by numerous hand-hewn additions and modifications – the rock may have been inhabited in prehistoric times.
Popular myth says that the formation served royal and military functions during the reign of King Kassapa (AD 477–495), who allegedly built a garden and palace on the summit. According to this theory, King Kassapa sought out an unassailable new residence after overthrowing and murdering his own father, King Dhatusena of Anuradhapura.
Evening visit Polonnaruwa Ancient city.
The history Polonnaruwa goes as far as 6th century BC when a minister of the king Vijaya (From whom the Sinhalese race was born) established a town called “Vijitha Grama” on the area now called Kaduruwela. This is also the place for the famous “Battle of Vijithapura” between the Great King Dutugamunu (161-131 BC) and the Tamil invader Elara in his effort to re-unite the country under one Sinhalese King. This area was gradually developed as an influential agricultural town with large irrigation tanks and complex waterways built by various kings who ruled from Anuradhapura.
Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 03 : Sigiriya – Kandy
After a scrumptious breakfast check out from the Hotel transfer to Kandy.En route visit Dambulla Rock Temple & spice Garden at Mathale.
The rock of Dambulla is the centre of a Buddhist cave-temple complex established in the 3rd century BC and occupied continuously until today. Its location has marked a transportation node between the Eastern and Western Dry Zones and between the Dry Zones and the central mountains throughout the history of Sri Lanka. The cave-temple complex is established on an inselberg or erosional remnant of importance in the study of the island’s geological history. The site also includes evidence of human occupation going back to the prehistoric period, including the megalithic cemetery at Ibbankatuwa.
On the way to Kandy stop at SPICE GARDEN
SPICE GARDEN – You will see many spice gardens at Matale and in Mawanella on the Colombo-Kandy road where Cinnamon, Cardamom, Pepper Creepers and all other spice trees, plants and creepers are planted for visitors to see them. Spice products are also available for those who would like to buy them. At all Spice Gardens visitors are taken round explaining each tree and plant and at the end explaining the use of them in food preparations.
Afterwards visit a Batik Factory where you can see the manufacture of beautiful Batik prints. These shops contain a wide variety of Batik items.
Proceed to Kandy and check in to the hotel. Evening leisure at the hotel

Day 04 : Kandy – Beruwala
After a scrumptious breakfast  visit Royal Botanical Garden at Peredeniya.
It was British colonialist rulers (1815-1948) of Ceylon, who destroyed the invaluable forest cover of a thousand wooded hills from Kandy to Badulla of Central Highlands of Ceylon that was protected by the gentle sway of Buddhism, which indoctrinated the respectforalllivingbeings.The wooded hills were converted to hill after hill of Ceylon Coffee and following the devastating “coffee rust” (a leaf blight – Hemileia vastratrix) in 1869 to seamless hill plantations of CeylonTea.The very same British Colonialist rulers of Ceylon established the Peradeniya Botanic Gardens that contribute, today, towards the enlightenment of concepts of floriculture conservation, birdlife conservation, butterfly conservation, biodiversity and sustainability of the island of Sri Lanka: 5% of the school children of Sri Lanka visit the Peradeniya gardens every year.

Day 05 & Day 06 : Beruwala
Relax at the Beach.
Overnight at the Beach Hotel.

Day 07 : Beruwala – Colombo – Depart Colombo
Departure transfer to onwards destiination

TOUR ENDS

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 06 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

6 – Sri Lanka Tour
Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
Places of Visit: Colombo – Anuradhapura – Dambulla Cave Temple – Polonnaruawa – Sigriya – Pinnawela – Bentota – Colombo Airport

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo
Arrive Colombo meet assist at airport and proceed to Sigiriya, en route you get opportunity to visit a local Sri Lankan family for coconut break.
On arrival check in to your lovely hotel & Relax
Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 : Colombo – Anuradhapura – Dambulla
In the morning, head north to Anuradhapura, an ancient city first settled ca. 900 B.C…
After this archaeology. Later return to Sigiriya & relax.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 : Dambulla – Polonnaruwa
Start the day with a visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress (the Lion’s Rock), the 8th wonder of the world. Climbing up the staircases rewards with an amazing view on top, later followed after is an excursion to the second most ancient city of Sri Lanka’s kingdoms, Polonnaruwa.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 : Dambulla – Sigriya Rock – Pinnawela – Bentota
Today, get started with the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, home to many magnificent Buddha images and rock painting dating back to 2nd century BC. Then head for Ceylon’s old capital of Kandy, en route stop for an interesting visit to learn a wide range of spices at the Spice Garden, who’s 15-minute complimentary Ayurveda Massage is also highly recommended. 
Later head for to Pinnawela where you can visit the Elephant Orphanage and get up-close and personal with an elephant during their morning feeding and river bathing.  Continue to Bentota – Known for one of the best beaches in the Southern Sri-Lanka & upon arrival check in to your lovely hotel& Relax.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 05 & Day 06 : Bentota
Full day free to relax.
Overnight at hotel

Day 07 : Bentota – Colombo – Home
After breakfast drive to Colombo airport for flight back to home.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 06 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels 

7 – Delightful Sri Lanka
Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
Places: Colombo – Beruwla – Galle – Beruwla – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo
Welcome  to Sri  Lanka,  the  teardrop  – shaped  island  just  off  the  coast  of India.
On arrival,  you  will  be met   and transferred to the commercial Capital of the Country, Colombo. Check in at your  Hotel  on arrival  and spend some  time at leisure before driving through the mall and the city known as the “Fort”, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, where much of the colonial era buildings stand alongside modern office structures. View vibrant markets and bazaars of Pettah, and the National Museum, with its collection of precious antiques and art from Sri Lanka. You can visit a Buddhist temple and a Hindu Kovil to experience the diversity of religion, ethnicity and customs of the people.

Day 02 : Colombo – Kandy
Morning  transfer  to the hill capital of Sri Lanka,  Kandy.  En-route  visit the Elephant Orphanage  of    Pinnawala  where
you can get up close and personal with some of Sri Lanka’s largest animals, and observe them going about their daily life, feeding, playing and bathing in the local river. Also visits a spice plantation in Mawenella, where an explanatory tour of each tree, each plant species and the use of the latter will be held in the kitchen.
You can see cinnamon, cardamom, pepper and many other species which can be purchased at the same stores.
On Arrival in Kandy, check in at your hotel and spend some time at leisure.
Afternoon you can visit the Kandy City markets, Gem Museum and Wood Carving Center. Evening you will get entertained by a local dance performance followed by a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha where you will witness a traditional Puja Ceremony.

Day 03 : Kandy – Nuwara Elliya
After breakfast leave for to the beautiful town of Nuwara Eliya. Set in the heart of Tea country and situated 1890
meters above sea level, is where the British succeeded in creating an English countryside with homes in styles from Georgian to Queen Anne. En route to Nuwara Eliya you will visit Ramboda Water Falls, Sri Hanuman Temple and Macwoods Tea Center to learn all about tea!.
Afterwards checking in at your Hotel in and spend some time at leisure.

Day 04 : Nuwara Elliya
Afternoon at your convenience commence  a sightseeing tour of the city.  Visit the Nuwara  Eliya Town,    Market place, Golf Course, (one of the finest 18 holes Golf courses in Asia) the Hill club, and drive around this hill station viewing  Lake Gregory.
Afterwards visit the most important Ramayana legendry sites called Sita Amman temple & Hakggala Botanical Gardens in Seetha Elliya (Ashok Vatika)

Day 05 : Nuwara Elliya – Kithulgal – Bentota
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to the South Cost Cristal Beaches of Bentota . A famous beach destination located on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. Known for its stunning beaches and water sports, Bentota is a great starting point for day excursions along the West and South coasts.
En-route visit Kithulgala. A small town perched on the hills that slope down to the flowing waters of the Kelani River. The main attractions include white water rafting, trekking and the Kelani Forest Reserve a popular bird watching location. On arrival make your way to the Kelani River and enjoy a thrilling time of white water rafting,
C heck in at your hotel on arrival and spend the rest of your day at leisure watching the waves as they bounce off the sun-kissed sands. While in your hotel, you can enjoy a number of water sports such as swimming, body-surfing etc… All the equipment you need can be hired.

Day 06 : Bentota
Morning visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda to take a look at the practice of turtle conservation. The turtle hatcheries are open from 06:00 in the morning to 18:00 in the evening. If you wish to release a freshly hatched
three-day old turtle into the ocean, try it! ! It’ll then be time to head on to the Madu River, a preserved wild life sanctuary, where you will enjoy a scenic and relaxing boat ride & a Fish Foot Therapy.
If time allows visit the capital of the southern province, a city with a colorful history, Galle .On arrival visit the magnificent Dutch Fort is the most popular attraction of the town and is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. 300 year old Dutch atmosphere is still very much alive around the fort and amidst its many historical buildings not invaded by the skyscrapers. Visit the Dutch Museum in the Fort.

Day 07 : Bentota – Colombo – Depart Colombo
After breakfast transfer to the international Airport and bid farewell to Sri Lanka, begin your journey home filled with many great memories.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 06 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels 

8 – Exotic Sri Lanka
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Places: Polonnaruwa- Sigiriya – Sigiriya – Dambulla – Dambulla – Matale – Matale – Kandy  – Nuwara Eliya – Kandy – Kandy – Negombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo
Arrive Colombo, Meet-assist & transfer to Hotel.
Overnight in the Hotel.
PM – city tour of Colombo.
The capital of Sri Lanka is located in the west coast of Sri Lanka. Guests will be taken on a city tour that includes: Fort, the former British administrative center, Old Parliament Building, a Hindu Temple, and a Dutch Church. Also visit the BMICH (Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall- Architecturally built by the Chinese Govt.) see the replica of Aukana Buddha Statue and Independence Square. Afternoon shopping tour and the guests can shop at ODEL, which is famous for designer cloths and Noritake Porcelain center for Ceramic ware.

Day 02 : Colombo – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya
After breakfast proceed to POLONNARUWA. On arrival city tour of  Polonnaruwa.
Thereafter leave for  Sigiriya and explore the 5th century Sigiriya Rock fortress. Overnight in the Hotel. 
Polonnaruwa which was the 2nd capital city of Sri Lanka, built in the 11th and 12th centuries AD, and which is a world heritage site.  Here you can see the ruins of the Royal Palace, the Gal Viharaya -where 4 splendid statues of the Buddha in ‘Upright’, ‘Sedentary’ and ‘Recumbent’ postures carved out of rock, the Audience Hall, the Lotus Bath, king Parakramabahu’s statue, and the Parakrama Samudraya lake built by King Parakramabahu the great.  There are also monuments of famous places of worship such as, the Shiva temple, the Lankathilake, the Watadage, the Galpotha, the Kiri Vehera and the remains of a former temple of the Tooth.
Sigiriya Rock fortress which is a world heritage site, built by King Kashapa (477-495 AD). The ‘Lion Rock’ is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 metres from the scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70 hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock.

Day 03 : Sigiriya –Dambulla – Matale – Kandy
In the morning after breakfast drive to Kandy.
Enroute visit the Dambulla Rock Temple & visit spice garden in Matle.
Thereafter continue to Kandy. On arrival city tour of Kandy. Overnight in the Hotel. 
Dambulla Rock Temple Climb up to the temple which monks.  Dambulla is a World Heritage site and is the most impressive of Sri Lanka’s cave temples. The complex of five caves with over 2000 sq. metres of painted walls and the ceiling is the largest area of paintings found in the world. These caves contain over 150 images of the Buddha of which the largest is the colossal figure of the Buddha carved out of rock spanning 14 metres.
Spice garden in Matale to see the different spices, which Sri Lanka is famous for.  You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed
Kandy: Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings, which is a world heritage site.  The name Kandy conjures visions of splendour and magnificence.  Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive.  Drive around the Kandy Lake built by the last Sinhala king Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1798.  Visit the Kandy town and Bazaar, the arts & crafts centre and a gem museum and a lapidary.

Day 04 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya.( approx. 75kms, 1h,30m) Enroute visit a tea plantation and a tea factory.
On arrival visit Nuwara Eliya. In the evening return back to Kandy.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Tea plantation and a tea factory where the best tea in the world is produced. You will be told all about the process of manufacturing tea. You can also see how tea is graded. Taste a cup of pure Ceylon tea in the factory.
Nuwara Eliya, because of its invigorating mountain climate and scenery, is Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort.  Nuwara Eliya is also the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country producing a significant share of the world’s best tea.  Sri Lanka’s highest mountain Pidurutalagala (8282 feet) is located here.  Nuwara-Eliya also has one of the finest 18 hole golf courses in South Asia.

Day 05 : Kandy – Negombo
After breakfast proceed to Negombo.
Afternoon do a city tour in Negombo fishing village . Evening relaxing in the beach.
Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 06 : Negombo
Relax on the Beach.
Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 07 : Negombo
Relax on the Beach.
Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 08 : Negombo – Colombo – Depart Colombo
Departure transfer to the airport for flight back home.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 07 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels 

9 – Spices of Sri Lanka
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Places to Visit: Colombo – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Kandy – Pinnawela – Bentota – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo
Arrival to Sri Lanka, Your chauffeur/ guide will meet you at the airport, and transfer to hotel in Colombo. In the afternoon city tour of Colombo. Take in the sights and sounds of the capital city from the busy commercial hub to the tree-lined suburbs. Here, colonial architecture vies with glass skyscrapers and the past comes alive in buildings that have withstood great winds of change. There are bargains to find, history to discover and much to explore.
Overnight at the hotel in Colombo.

Day 02 : Colombo – Anurdhapura – Sigriya
After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya via Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is the most celebrated of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities. The city’s greatest treasures are its dagabas constructed of small sun-dried bricks and hemispherical in shape. The most notable of these dagabas are the Ruvenweli which dates back to the 2nd Century BC and is 300ft in diameter; the Jetawanarama is 370ft and the Thuparama which enshrines the collarbone of the Buddha. The city’s most renewed relic is the sacred Bo Tree which is said to have grown from a branch of the tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment. It was planted 2250 years ago and is the oldest historic tree in the world. Continue the journey to Sigiriya and check in to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 03 : Sigiriya- Polonnaruwa – Sigriya
After breakfast visit Sigiriya rock fortress. Climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress which is a world heritage site, built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD). The ”Lion Rock” is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 metres from the scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70 hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock. Visit the world-renowned frescoes of the ”Heavenly Maidens” of Sigiriya, which are in a sheltered pocket of the rock approached by a spiral stairway. These frescoes are painted in earth pigments on plaster.
In the afternoon visit Pollonnaruwa. Polonnurawa-located at a distance of 216 km from Colombo-was the capital of Sri Lanka in medieval times. Used by the Sri Lankan kings as a ‘country residence’ from the 7th century, Polonnurawa became Sri Lanka’s capital in the 11th century AD. During its time the city was fortified with three concentric walls, beautified with parks and gardens and sanctified by many a shrine and sacred place. The city and the surrounding area were watered by a unique irrigational complex known as the Sea of Parakrama (Parakrama Samudra).
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 04 : Sigriya – Dambulla – Kandy
After breakfast proceed to Kandy. En route visit Dambulla Cave temple and specie gardens in Matale. Located at an elevation of 1118 feet from the sea level, a massive rock rises from the surrounding plains of Dambulla of 600 feet high and over 2000 feet in length. It is home to the Worlds most acclaimed Cave complex of magnificent Buddha Images and Rock Paintings of vivid colours and shapes constructed and painted from around 2nd Century BC (Anuradhapura era ) and continued up to the Kandyan era of the 18th Century. Sinhalese people call it as ‘ Dambulu Gala’ (Dambulla Rock) and the Temple is called as the ‘ Rangiri Dambulu Viharaya’ (Golden Rock Dambulla Temple).
Continue the journey to Kandy
In the afternoon city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha. A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from. Also visit Royal Botanical Gardens with its wide and rare collection of tropical and temperate, exotic and indigenous flora, and its unique orchid house.
Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 05 : Kandy – Pinnawela – Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast transfer to Nuwara Eliya. En route visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage provides visitors with the best chance of seeing a large number of elephants at close quarters. It is most interesting to visit at feeding time to see the baby elephants being bottle fed and the entire herd being taken for a bath to the river nearby from 09.00 ‐ 10.00 hrs.
Continue the journey to Nuwara Eliya and check – in to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 06 : Nuwara Eliya – Bentota
In the morning after breakfast, visit Nuwara Eliya market.
Later, drive to Bentota.
Dinner and overnight in Bentota.
Nuwara-Eliya the ‘heart’ of the tea country located at an elevation of 1980 meters in the central highlands of a tropical island, it offers the best both worlds advantages, of tropical abundance and pleasant cool mountain climate. While the time climate is sub-tropical, night temperature plunge low enough to produce frost.

Day 07 : Bentota
Relax at the beach.
Overnight stay in Bentota.

Day 08 : Bentota – Colombo – Depart Colombo
Departure transfer to onward destination.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 07 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

10 – Heritage of Sri Lanka
Duration : 08 Nights / 09 Days
Places: Arrive Colombo – Bentota – Nuwara Eliya – Kandy – Sigiriya – Dambulla – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya – Pinnawala – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Bentota
Arrive Colombo, meeting assist & drive to hotel in Bentota for accommodation
Free relax in the resort beach.

Day 02 : Bentota
Free program in the resort beach and various activities.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 : Bentota – Nuwara Eliya
Breakfast. Departure to Nuwara Eliya; the popular hill resort, Nuwara Eliya is a mountain station at 1,868 m (6,128 ft) of altitude, in a splendid landscape. The city is particularly well-kept and neat, and the design of the locality exudes an air of “colonial British style”. Nuwara Eliya was built entirely during the 19th century and its architecture mimics that of an English country town, with red-brick walls, country house like hill club and mock-Tudor half-timbering. Blessed with salubrious climate, breathtaking views of valleys, meadows, mountains and greenery; it’s hard to imagine that Nuwara Eliya is only 180 Km from the hot and humid Colombo.

Day 04 : Nuwara Eliya – Kandy
Breakfast. Leave to Kandy, Kandy is a lovely city, the Hill Capital and last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings retains an aura of grandeur, which time has not affected. Encircled by hills, with a tranquil lake in its center, it is the site of the renowned “Temple of the Tooth”. Kandy and its satellite villages is the centre of the island’s handicraft industry and its traditional dances are the most spectacular in the country.
Arrival and accommodation at hotel in Kandy.

Day 05 : Kandy – Sigiriya
Breakfast, We moved to Sigiriya (Lion’s Rock) who was for a short period medieval capital of Sri Lanka. The city is built of massive stone and is adorned with frescoes inside, being used as a refuge by Buddhist monks III century BC At the base of the homonymous rock was built a complex of gardens, ponds and fountains, the location became famous worldwide, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Arrival and accommodation at hotel in Sigiriya.

Day 06 : Sigiriya – Dambulla – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya
Breakfast, visit Dambulla Cave Temple, Dambulla a town famous for the impressive complex of temples, of which the best preserved temple is built inside a cave that adposteste over 150 statues representing the Buddha, along with other deities. On completion departure to Polonnaruwa the second capital of Sri Lanka declared the capital in 1070, in an attempt to unite the country after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993. You can visit the ruins of the Royal Palace and Gal Viharaya or Stone Monastery, where three statues representing the Buddha in three different positions: “standing”, “prayer position” and “down”, were dug directly into one large piece of stone. In the afternoon return to the same hotel in Sigiriya. Accommodation.

Day 07 : Sigiriya – Anuradhapura
Breakfast. Visit Anuradhapura, one of the former ancient capital of Sri Lanka. In the flourishing period, the city was one of the most stable and durable in Southeast Asia, is considered sacred city in the Buddhist world today is included in the UNESCO world heritage. Transfer to hotel. Accommodation.

Day 08 : Sigiriya – Pinnawala – Colombo
Breakfast, Departure to Colombo. On the route, visit Orphanage for Elephants from Pinnawella, founded in 1957 Maha Oya river. The element of attraction of the park is feeding the “little ones” elephant with huge bottles of milk. Arrival and accommodation.

Day 09 : Colombo – Home
Morning transfer to Colombo airport for the flight back home.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 08 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

11 – Jewels of Sri Lanka
Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Places to Visit: Colombo – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Kandy – Pinnawela – Bentota – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo
Arrival to Sri Lanka, Your chauffeur/ guide will meet you at the airport, and transfer to hotel in Colombo. In the afternoon city tour of Colombo. Take in the sights and sounds of the capital city from the busy commercial hub to the tree-lined suburbs. Here, colonial architecture vies with glass skyscrapers and the past comes alive in buildings that have withstood great winds of change. There are bargains to find, history to discover and much to explore.
Overnight at the hotel in Colombo.

Day 02 : Colombo – Anurdhapura – Sigriya
After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya via Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is the most celebrated of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities. The city’s greatest treasures are its dagabas constructed of small sun-dried bricks and hemispherical in shape. The most notable of these dagabas are the Ruvenweli which dates back to the 2nd Century BC and is 300ft in diameter; the Jetawanarama is 370ft and the Thuparama which enshrines the collarbone of the Buddha. The city’s most renewed relic is the sacred Bo Tree which is said to have grown from a branch of the tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment. It was planted 2250 years ago and is the oldest historic tree in the world. Continue the journey to Sigiriya and check in to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 03 : Sigiriya- Polonnaruwa – Sigriya
After breakfast visit Sigiriya rock fortress. Climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress which is a world heritage site, built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD). The ”Lion Rock” is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 metres from the scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70 hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock. Visit the world-renowned frescoes of the ”Heavenly Maidens” of Sigiriya, which are in a sheltered pocket of the rock approached by a spiral stairway. These frescoes are painted in earth pigments on plaster.
In the afternoon visit Pollonnaruwa. Polonnurawa-located at a distance of 216 km from Colombo-was the capital of Sri Lanka in medieval times. Used by the Sri Lankan kings as a ‘country residence’ from the 7th century, Polonnurawa became Sri Lanka’s capital in the 11th century AD. During its time the city was fortified with three concentric walls, beautified with parks and gardens and sanctified by many a shrine and sacred place. The city and the surrounding area were watered by a unique irrigational complex known as the Sea of Parakrama (Parakrama Samudra).
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 04 : Sigriya – Dambulla – Kandy
After breakfast proceed to Kandy. En route visit Dambulla Cave temple and specie gardens in Matale. Located at an elevation of 1118 feet from the sea level, a massive rock rises from the surrounding plains of Dambulla of 600 feet high and over 2000 feet in length. It is home to the Worlds most acclaimed Cave complex of magnificent Buddha Images and Rock Paintings of vivid colours and shapes constructed and painted from around 2nd Century BC (Anuradhapura era ) and continued up to the Kandyan era of the 18th Century. Sinhalese people call it as ‘ Dambulu Gala’ (Dambulla Rock) and the Temple is called as the ‘ Rangiri Dambulu Viharaya’ (Golden Rock Dambulla Temple).
Continue the journey to Kandy
In the afternoon city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha. A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from. Also visit Royal Botanical Gardens with its wide and rare collection of tropical and temperate, exotic and indigenous flora, and its unique orchid house.
Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 05 : Kandy – Pinnawela – Bentota
In the morning after breakfast, drive to Pinnawwela elephant orphanage.
Later, drive to Bentota.
Dinner and overnight in Bentota.

Day 06 , Day 07 , Day 08 & Day 09 : Bentota
Relax at the beach.
Overnight stay in Bentota.

Day 10 : Bentota – Colombo
Morning relax.
Afternoon, transfer to Colombo.
Overnight in Colombo.

Day 11 : Depart Colombo
Early morning transfer to airport to board the flight to fly back home.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 11 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

12 – Ramayana Saga of Sri Lanka
Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Places to Visit: Colombo – Dambulla – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Yala – Benota – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Dambulla
Arrival to Sri Lanka flight, meet assist at airport and transfer to Dambulla, Enroute visit Pinnawela elephant Orphanage
Overnight stay at – Dambulla

Day 02 : Dambulla – Kandy
After Breakfast visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Later transfer to Kandy, En route visit Dambulla cave temple & a spice garden in Matale.
Overnight stay at – Kandy.
Evening witness the cultural show featuring various types of cultural dance performance.

Day 03 : Kandy
In the morning after breakfast engage in Kandy City tour including visit, Kandy temple tooth relic, upper lake drive market square, art & craft centre, Royal Botanical Garden & a Gem Museum.
Overnight stay at– Kandy.
Kandy – the hill capital. Venue of the annual Perahera. The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was finally ceded to the British in 1815. Kandy is an example of the Buddhism’s influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple’s shrines and monasteries keeping alive Buddhist traditions are everywhere.
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic  – ever since 4th Century A.D, when the Buddha’s Tooth was brought to Sri Lanka hidden from sacrilegious hands in an Orissan princess’ hair, the Relic has grown in repute and holiness in Sri Lanka and throughout the Buddhist world. It is considered Sri Lanka’s most prized possession.

Day 04 : Kandy- Nuwara Eliya
In the morning after breakfast transfer to Nuwara Eliya, E n-route visit Ramboda Hanuman Temple, Tea Factory.
Overnight stay at – Nuwara Eliya.

Day 05 : Nuwara Eliya
In the morning after breakfast engage in Nuwara Eliya City Tour.
Overnight stay at – Nuwara Eliya.
Nuwara Eliya – is 6200ft. above sea level.  In 1826 some British Officers out on shooting chanced on Nuwara Eliya plains, and Sir Edward Barnes investigated on it.  In 1828 a road constructed over the ridge at Ramboda Pass and a station for convalescent Soldiers was established. It was Sir Samuel Baker who fell under the spell of Nuwara Eliya, brought hounds, horses, cattle, sheep etc; and started a typical English farm here.  Flowers and vegetable were brought from England and planted.

Day 06 : Nuwara Eliya – Yala
In the morning after Breakfast transfer to Yala, Enroute visit the Ravana Ella Falls & Optional engage in Ella Adventure activities.
Overnight stay at– Yala.

Day 07 : Yala
In the morning after breakfast spend the day leisure at the Hotel and Evening engage in Yala Safari.
Overnight stay at – Yala.
Yala is a haven for Fauna both indigenous and migrant Bird concentrations are by the Lagoons. Salvers. Here are thousands of flamingoes, Assemblies of spotted billed, Spoonbills, Cormorants and various species of Herons. Pheasants, Pea Fowl, Peacocks and the Wild Fowl are found in hundreds.  Wild Buffalo and herds of Wild Elephants are a common sight. Whether it is birds or animals you have them all at Yala

Day 08 : Yala – Bentota
In the morning after breakfast transfer to Bentota, Enroute engage in Galle City Tour.
Overnight stay at – Bentota.
Galle –   This is the most ancient and important harbor of the country, until the Colombo Harbor was established.  Galle is identified as the ‘Tarshis ‘of the Bible.  This was captured by the Portuguese in 1587 A.D, Dutch in 1640 A.D, and British in 1796 A.D. Most of the existing buildings date to Dutch Period.  The Bastians are still using Dutch names such as Zwart, Akesloot, and Aeloes etc.  Famous for lace making, Ebony carving, Gem cutting & polishing.

Day 09 : Bentota
In the morning after breakfast engage in water sports activities and visit the Turtle Hatchery.
Overnight stay at – Bentota.
Bentota – on the South coast of Sri Lanka lays the city of Bentota.  The general area of Bentota is interesting for birds.  On the shore Sea birds and Wanders are often found.  Including the rare Indian Heron and Vegetation along the river harbors many local species as well as winter migrants.  Many interesting sightseeing tours are possible from here, such as the Turtle Hatchery & Boat trips on Bentota River etc.

Day 10 : Bentota – Colombo
In the morning after Breakfast transfer to Colombo.
Evening engage in Colombo City Tour & Shopping.
Overnight stay at – Colombo.
Colombo – a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street – the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. The historic Dawatagaha Mosque and the former Eye Hospital are two buildings in Cinnamon Gardens worth looking at. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha and the Independence Square

Day 11 : Depart Colombo
Departure transfer to airport for flight back to home.

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 10 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

13 – Classical Sri Lanka Tour
Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
Places of Visit: Colombo – Sigriya – Pinnawala – Polonnaruwa – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Yala – Galle -Bentota

Day 01 : Home – Colombo – Sigriya
Arrival and transfer to  Sigiriya                       
En route visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Spice gardens
On completion proceed to Sigiriya
Check into the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 02 : Sigriya
After breakfast proceed to climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Thereafter proceed to Polonnaruwa and visit the ancient city
Return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 03 : Sigriya
After breakfast proceed to Minneriya National park
Return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 04 : Sigriya – Kandy
After breakfast proceed to Kandy
Once in Kandy check in to the hotel
Evening proceed to visit cultural show       
Return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 05 : Kandy
After breakfast do a city tour of Kandy
Visit Temple of The Tooth & Royal Botanical garden 
On completion return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 06 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast proceed to Nuwaraeliya
Check in to the hotel
Late afternoon do a city tour of Nuwaraeliya
Visit Seetha Amman Temple
Return to the hotel and relax       
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 07 : Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast spend the day at leisure
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 08 : Nuwara Eliya – Yala
Today after breakfast proceed to Yala
Check into the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 09 : Yala
Today after breakfast check out and proceed to do a Jeep Safari in Yala
On completion return to the hotel and relax
D Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 10 : Yala – Bentota
After breakfast proceed to Galle and do a city tour of Galle
On completion proceed to Bentota
En route visit a Turtle hatchery and do a boat ride though the Mangroves of Bentota river
Thereafter check into the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 11 : Bentota
After breakfast spend the day at leisure
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 12 : Bentota
After breakfast spend the day at leisure
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 13 : Bentota – Colombo – Home
After breakfast check out and proceed to the Airport for departure flight

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 12 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

14 – Discover Sri Lanka
Duration: 14 Nights / 15 Days
Places of Visit: Colombo – Sigriya – Pinnawala – Polonnaruwa – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Yala – Galle –Bentota – Colombo

Day 01 : Home – Colombo – Sigriya
Arrival and transfer to  Sigiriya                       
En route visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Spice gardens
On completion proceed to Sigiriya
Check into the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 02 : Sigriya
After breakfast proceed to Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Thereafter proceed to Polonnaruwa and visit the ancient city
Return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 03 : Sigriya
After breakfast proceed to Minneriya National park
Return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 04 : Sigriya – Kandy
After breakfast proceed to Kandy
Once in Kandy check in to the hotel
Evening proceed to visit cultural show       
Return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 05 : Kandy
After breakfast do a city tour of Kandy
Visit Temple of The Tooth & Royal Botanical garden 
On completion return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 06 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast proceed to Nuwaraeliya
Check in to the hotel
Late afternoon do a city tour of Nuwaraeliya
Visit Seetha Amman Temple
Return to the hotel and relax       
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 07 : Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast spend the day at leisure
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 08 : Nuwara Eliya – Yala
Today after breakfast proceed to Yala
Check into the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 09 : Yala
Today after breakfast check out and proceed to do a Jeep Safari in Yala
On completion return to the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 10 : Yala – Bentota
After breakfast proceed to Galle and do a city tour of Galle
On completion proceed to Bentota
En route visit a Turtle hatchery and do a boat ride though the Mangroves of Bentota river
Thereafter check into the hotel and relax
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 11 : Bentota
After breakfast spend the day at leisure
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 12 : Bentota
After breakfast spend the day at leisure
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 13 : Bentota – Colombo
After breakfast proceed to Colombo and check into the hotel
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 14 : Colombo
After breakfast do a city tour in Colombo
Overnight stay at a selected hotel.

Day 15 : Colombo – Home
After breakfast check out and proceed to the Airport for departure flight

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 14 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels

15 – Grand Tour of Sri Lanka
Duration: 21 Nights / 22 Days
Places: Colombo – Negombo – Anuradhapura – Nilaveli – Sigiriya – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Ella – Udawalawe – Tissamaharama – Yala – Sinharaja – Bentota – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Negombo
Arrival, welcome and transfer to Hotel in Negombo – “Little Rome”  
Overnight Stay at the hotel.
Negombo…  Being one of the major tourist beach resorts of the island, this lively town is mainly inhabited by the fisher-folk. This is also one of the strongholds of the catholic community of Sri Lanka and quietly correctly considered as the “Little Rome”, located along the picturesque Negombo lagoon, along which hundreds of fishing boats and catamarans could be seen most of the time. The Town is dotted with several churches, some dating from the earliest colonial times. Sightseeing in Negombo includes the remains of the Old Dutch Fortress from 1678, the Dutch Canal constructed for the transportation of Cinnamon, St. Mary’s Church and the Old Dutch Cemetery, and naturally, the Negombo Fish Market –more famously known as the “Lellama”. 
Undertake a  City Tour of Negombo including a Fishing Village, Old Dutch Fortress from 1678 converted to prison, the Hamilton Canal which was built by the Dutch  for the transportation of Cinnamon; St. Mary’s Church and the Old Dutch Cemetery and naturally the Negombo Fish Market.        

Day 02 : Negombo – Anuradhapura
After breakfast at Hotel leave for Anuradhapura – the 1st Capital of Sri Lanka – 5th Century BC
Overnight stay at the Hotel. 
Anuradhapura … the most celebrated of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities dating back to the 5th Century BC which formed the foundation for a magnificent civilization spanning over a few centuries. According to the Mahavamsa – the great Sinhala Chronicle, this was a model of planning with precincts set aside for different vocations as well as for foreigners. There were separate cemeteries for high and low castes, hostels and hospitals and water supply was assured by the construction of reservoirs. Its greatest treasures are its dagabos constructed of small sun-dried bricks and are hemispherical in shape two of which have been identified by the UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. The reservoirs used for storage of water formed the basis of the hydraulic civilization which later on spread to the entire island.
En route visit the Padeniya Temple , well known for its “Welipilla” the board of sand , which was used to teach the art of writing in the olden days, Yapahuwa where the majestic gateway remains as the main attraction in this old kingdom of Sri Lanka and trek to the top of the rock to have a magnificent view of the surrounding lowlands and the Haththikuchchi Monastic Complex , spread over a large extent of still undiscovered dry zone land and witness the dam of the massive Rajangane Reservoir with 49 sluice gates

Day 03 : Anuradhapura
After breakfast at Hotel , visit many sites of the City of archaeological and historical interest in the Ancient City of Anuradhapura including the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree– the only tree in the world with an authenticated history of more than 2300  years grown from a branch of the original tree in Bodhgaya in India under which Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment to become Lord Buddha, Ruwanveliseya – the largest stupa in Sri Lanka at present , Jethawanaramaya and Abhayagiriya – World Heritage Sites  which have been equal to the size of the Great Pyramids in Giza in their original form , Eth Pokuna (Elephant Pond) which is larger than the size of six modern day Olympic size swimming pools , the magnificent Samadhi Statue – (meditating Buddha) , Isurumuniya – the first temple to be built in the island and became wqorld famous because of its sculpture of “lovers”etc
In the afternoon, leave for Mihintale – the cradle of Buddhism where the message of Buddhism was received by the then King of Sri Lanka Devanampiyatissa from Arahath Mahinda – the son of Emperor Asoka of India.
Climb up 1840 granite slab steps to reach the centre level to see the ruins and proceed further to the top level and then continue separately to the three directions further up to visit the summit of the Aradhanagala (Invitation Rock), Mahaseya (The Great Stupa) and the Meditating Seated Buddha and many other sites.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 04 : Anuradhapura – Trincomalee
After breakfast leave for Trincomalee – “The Eastern Capital”
Afternoon visit the Fort Fredrick within which is the famous Koneswaram Temple etc…
Overnight stay at the Nilaveli Beach Hotel.

Day 05 : Trincomalee
Breakfast at hotel
Relax on Beach
Overnight stay at the Nilaveli Beach Hotel.

Day 06 : Trincomalee – Sigiriya
After breakfast leave for Sigiriya 
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Sigiriya… a Royal Citadel for 20 years in the 5th Century AD – stark and forbidding, haunted by an epic story of murder and betrayal is attributed to King Kasyapa who found hiding here after killing his father more fruitful than meeting the wrath of the people who loved King Dhatusena much more before meeting his rival – Prince Mugalan who had fled to India seeking reinforcements of his Army. This unique Rock Fortress or “castle in the sky” – a massive monolith of red stone that rises 600ft above ground , derived the name “Lion Rock” as the entrance to the climb to the summit is reached between the paws of a lion .

Day 07 : Sigiriya
In the morning Climb the Rock Fortress of Sigiriya, a Royal Citadel for 20 years in the 5th Century AD built by King Kasyapa, contemporary with the paintings of Ajantha and Ellora Caves in India, highlights being the Frescoes, Mirror Wall and the Lion’s Paw, considered as the 8th Wonder of the modern world, thought to be equivalent to the “Alakamanda” – Celestial Palace of God Kuvera. 
Relax and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 08 : Sigiriya – Kandy
After breakfast leave for Kandy – “The Hill Capital”
In the evening watch a Cultural Performance by traditional Kandyan Dancers and Drummers including devotional “Fire Walking”
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Kandy – literally the “City on the Hills” so named as it was protected by the nature – water , rocks and jungles. The last capital of the Sri Lankan kings before falling to the British  in 1815AD which is a World Heritage Site. The name Kandy conjures vision of   splendour of magnificence. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still   lovingly kept alive. The centre of attraction is the golden roofed Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord  Buddha .The Kandy Lake built by the last King Sri Wickramarajasinghe in 1806 holds a prominent view of the City. It is a City for arts and crafts as well culture and history.

Day 09 : Kandy
After breakfast leave for undertake a City Tour including, the Upper Lake Drive – a place where one could have a bird’s eye view of the city below,  the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha by far the most important place of worship for Buddhists world  over, the Royal Botanical Gardens – one of the best of its kind in Asia with more than 5000 species of different varieties of flora which incidentally was the Headquarters of Lord Louise Mountbatten – the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces during the 2nd World War, a Gem Museum – to see how the valuable gems that you see on a shop shelf are turned out from a raw stone with the back ground history.
Relax and Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya-”Little England” surrounded by “Green Carpets”- hills covered with Tea and cascading Water Falls amidst breathtakingly beautiful landscapes
Nuwara Eliya… nestled in a wooded basin at the foot of Mount Pidurutalagala Sri Lanka’s highest peak, this region at 6,183ft above sea-level Has a cool, crisp climate unknown elsewhere in Sri Lanka. A serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of Colombo, the town seems like a piece of the English Lake District. Unusual plants, birds and animals thrive here besides natural feature like waterfalls and caves. Tea, the glistening green leaves of this lovely shrub, along with neat rows of green, cloak ridges and valleys providing a lasting impression of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country. The Golf Course – one of the  finest and picturesque in Asia – the serene Anglican Church of the Holy Trinity, beautiful parks and well kept lawns and hedges give the place an air of nostalgia.
En route visit a Tea Factory and a Plantation to witness the manufacturing process of world famous “Ceylon Tea” and to taste a pure unblended cup of factory fresh tea before  being sent to the Tea Auctions in Colombo leading to Export.
Evening is free for walks /tour around the city Evening is free for walks /tour around the city – the important places being the Victoria Park, Gregory Lake, Golf Course, and Market etc.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11 : Nuwara Eliya – Ella
After late breakfast leave for Ella
En joy the beautiful sceneries en route
In the evening relax , walking around in the area , may be even up to the cascading Rawana Ella Water Falls
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 12 : Ella
Relax in Ella
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13 : Ella – Udawalawe
After breakfast leave for Udawalawe.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Udawalawe National Park… It is situated around a reservoir of the same name in the south central area of the island. This park comprises grasslands, thorny scrubs and many valuable species of trees. Large herds of elephants, species of deer, wild boar, water buffalo and jackals are some of the wild animals found, along with a variety of avifauna that abounds the park.
Evening undertake a Jeep Safari of the Uda Walawe National Park mainly to see wild elephants and also visit the Elephant Transit Home.
Elephant Transit Home …………..Located just outside the Uda Walawe National Park in the Southwestern Part of Sri Lanka , opened its doors to baby elephants in need in 1995. The babies are well looked after fed and groomed to integrate back into a jungle environment. After a stay of approximately four years .This has turned out o be a successful conservation exercise where interested elephant conservation enthusiasts can become foster parents for these baby pachyderms until they are weaned away from milk and learn to eat other types of food for a reasonable fee.

Day 14 : Udawalawe – Tissa
After breakfast leave for Tissa
Visit the Shrine devoted to God Skanda – but visited by people of all faiths and the different shrines at Sella Kataragama
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 15 : Tissa – Yala
After breakfast leave for Yala
Afternoon undertake a Jeep safari of the Yala (Ruhunu) National Park which has the highest concentration of Leopards in Sri Lanka.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Yala (Ruhunu) National Park …………..Best known of Sri Lanka’s National Parks , Yala (Ruhunu) National Park is located in the south east of the island bound by sea and river. A terrain of scrub jungle with stunning outcrops of rock includes many fresh water lakes and brackish lagoons. The eastern boundary formed by the sea, is marked by high sand dunes and  broad sandy beaches. It is divided in to five blocks out of which Block 1 stand out as the most familiar. With a secondary forest , probably a few hundred years old where thorn-scrub is interspersed with fairly dense forest marked by many flowering trees and rare tropical woods. A large number of historic ruins with in the park indicate that the Yala Area was part of the important Ruhunu Civilization of the Sinhalese. If you are lucky you can catch a glimpse of the Big Four – Elephant , Leopard , Bear and Buffalo while sightings of other mammals such as Sambhur , Spotted Deer, Jackal , Mongoose , with several species of Monkeys will stand as a bonus. The avifauna at Yala comprises of 120 – 130 species according to latest sightings which include the endemic and migrant species , the latter coming annually to escape the northern winter.It has been well known for its highest Leopard Concentration.

Day 16 : Yala – Sinharaja
After breakfast leave for Sinharaja
Overnight stay at the hotel. 
Sinharaja Rain Forest —-declared as a World Heritage Site in 1989, Sinharaja – Sri Lanka’s last remaining primeval rain forest is classified as a Tropical Rain Forest or a Wet Evergreen Forest. Considering the fact that 75 – 92% of the tree cover consists of endemic plant species and that  8 out of 12 mammals, 18 out of 20 birds,  21 out of 72 reptiles, 10 out of 19 amphibians ,  Sinharaja no doubt is considered as a haven for endemism , both fauna and flora. Picturesque Sinharaja is not only a place for a paradise for nature lovers but a laboratory for scientific and educational research but in view of its unique eco systems and genetic resources.
Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve is a national park in Sri Lanka. It is of international significance and has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The hilly virgin rainforest, part of the Sri Lanka lowland rain forests eco region, The reserve’s name translates as Kingdom of the Lion.
Enjoy the nature at its best in this Treasure Trove with a high degree of endemism both flora and fauna.

Day 17 : Sinharaja
Relax.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 18 : Sinharaja – Bentota
After breakfast at Hotel, leave for Bentota.
Relax on Beach.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Bentota…..is everything a tropical paradise should be – miles of golden, palm – fringed beaches, lapped by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. The township offers visitors an opportunity to explore Sri Lanka’s natural, cultural and historical riches at their own pace

Day 19 : Bentota
Breakfast at hotel.
Relax on Beach.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 20 : Bentota
Breakfast at hotel.
Relax on Beach.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 21 : Bentota
Breakfast at hotel.
Relax on Beach.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 22 : Bentota – Colombo – home
After breakfast
Transfer to the Colombo airport for departure

Inclusions
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 21 nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fees for the monuments.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian Speaking guide.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private vehicle.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Medical Aid.
– Travel Insurance
– Visa If any

Hotels 

16 – Magical Sri Lanka Tour
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Places: Colombo – Pinnawala – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy – Ella – Yala National Park – Galle – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo – Colombo – Pinnawala
Arrival to Colombo, Welcome by our representative at the Airport & proceed to Pinnawala.
Check-in at Hotel Elephant Bey & relax.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Morning visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
Providing a caring home for abandoned and wounded elephants, it is a much-loved destination for tourists and locals alike. Here, adults and baby elephants from around Sri Lanka thrive, and a captive breeding program is also proving to be highly successful.  The feeding and bathing times are generally the ideal times to visit when you can observe these gentle giants at their best.
Check-in Hotel & relax.
Overnight stay in Pinnawela.

Day 02 : Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya
After breakfast, drive to Sigiriya.
On the way visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
Later, visit Sigiriya.
Overnight in Sigirya.
Climb to Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka.
Visit Sigiriya Fortress.
Discover the 8th wonder of the world – the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dating back to the 5th Century A.D, this astounding ‘city’ on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. A miraculous feat of artistry and engineering, its unique features and exquisite frescoes continue to amaze all who visit it, even today.

Day 03 : Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya
After Breakfast, same day excursion to Polonnaruwa.
Polonnaruwa became established as the capital in the 11th century when Anuradhapura was abandoned due to foreign invasion. A dominant feature of the city is a vast irrigation lake of 5940 acres named Parakrama Samudra. The palace complex of King Parakrama Bahu is a medieval stronghold of moats, walls, guard houses, bathing ponds thick-walled multi-storeyed castle.
Evening, return back to Sigiriya.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 04 : Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy
After breakfast, drepart for the hill capital of Kandy, visiting a spice garden at Matale en route. Our spices have been sought after for centuries, and continue to be a celebrated export, even today.
Once in Kandy enjoy a city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha.  A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from.
Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. In 2016, the garden was visited by 1.2 million locals and 400,000 foreign visitors. It is near the Mahaweli River. It is renowned for its collection of orchids.
Check-in Hotel & relax.
Evening: Round off your day with a Cultural Dance show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries old rituals will enthrall you.
Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 05 : Kandy – Ella – Yala NP
After Breakfast, proceed to Kandy railway station from train ride from Kandy to Ella.
Arrive Ella and proceed for the city tour.
Ella is a quiet hill country town that draws visitors to its cool climate and its picturesque setting deep in the heart of the ‘up country’.  Steeped in the ancient legend of Rama and Sita from the Indian epic -the Ramayana, most significant natural landmarks are named after King Ravana – the local god who kidnapped the princess. The myriad locations connected to the legend are well worth visiting and the cascading torrent of Ravana Ella waterfall too is a breath-taking sight.  The towering mass of Ella Rock presides regally over the area and the mountain pass known as Ella Gap offers spectacular views right across the distant valleys all the way to the South Coast.  The little town of Ella is far from a scenic stopover, but a truly charming and beautiful haven to spend a few relaxing days of fresh mountain air and unforgettable vistas.
Thereafter, proceed to Yala.
Overnight stay in Yala.

Day 06 : Yala NP – Galle
Morning: Set off at dawn on an exciting wildlife safari at Yala National Park (05.30 – 09.30 AM).
The second largest national park in Sri Lanka, Yala is known to hold the highest concentration of leopard in the world. The vast extent of the park is mainly scrub jungle with rocky outcrops and dotted with many salt and fresh water lagoons. Elephant, leopard, sloth bear, crocodile, wild buffalo and sambur thrive here, as well as herds of spotted deer, wild boar, langur and macaque monkeys and many small mammals. Over 130 species of birds can be seen with peacocks being a common sight. The bordering coastline also forms a major nesting ground for marine turtles.
After an eventful morning, you will return to the hotel for breakfast.
Thereafter, proceed to Galle & free leisure on the beach.
Check-in Hotel & relax.
Overnight stay in Galle.

Day 07 : Galle
After Breakfast enjoy Galle city tour including stilt fishermen
Heritage city of Galle. For centuries Galle has stood strong against invasions – from colonial powers and nature’s volatile outbursts. The famous Dutch Fort was first built by the Portuguese, fortified by the Dutch and preserved by the British. Battered daily for over 400 years by the ocean it even survived the onslaught of a tsunami and is enjoyed today by residents and visitors alike. The colonial architecture of the walled city too has resisted the advance of modernity and holds tightly to its past glory.
Overnight stay in Galle.

Day 08 : Galle – Colombo – Depart Colombo
Early morning, transfer to Colombo airport for flight to onward destination.

Includes
– Accommodation as per the program.
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– 07 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Early check-in with breakfast on arrival.
– Daily Breakfast at hotels.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by an air-conditioned Transport.
– Kandy to Ella train ticket.
– Entrance fees of monuments as per itinerary.
– Accompanying Spanish speaking guide from arrival till Galle.
– Sharing Jeep Safari to Yala National Park with entry fees.
– Expressway and parking charges.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Entry Visa Fees, please visit lkfor more details.
– International Air Tickets.
– Tips, Travel Insurance, Medical Aid.

Hotels

17 – Best of Sri Lanka
Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Places: Colombo – Pinnawala – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Dambulla – Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Yala National Park – Galle – Benota – Colombo

Day 01 : Arrive Colombo
Arrive Colombo.
Meet assist and transfer to the hotel.
PM: City tour of Colombo.
Overnight in Colombo.

Day 02 : Colombo – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Depart to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
Later, drive to Sigiriya.
On the way visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
Overnight in Sigirya.
Climb to Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka.
Visit Sigiriya Fortress.
Discover the 8th wonder of the world – the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dating back to the 5th Century A.D, this astounding ‘city’ on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. A miraculous feat of artistry and engineering, its unique features and exquisite frescoes continue to amaze all who visit it, even today.
Providing a caring home for abandoned and wounded elephants, it is a much-loved destination for tourists and locals alike. Here, adults and baby elephants from around Sri Lanka thrive, and a captive breeding program is also proving to be highly successful.  The feeding and bathing times are generally the ideal times to visit when you can observe these gentle giants at their best.

Day 03 : Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa
After Breakfast, same day excursion to Polonnaruwa.
Polonnaruwa became established as the capital in the 11th century when Anuradhapura was abandoned due to foreign invasion. A dominant feature of the city is a vast irrigation lake of 5940 acres named Parakrama Samudra. The palace complex of King Parakrama Bahu is a medieval stronghold of moats, walls, guard houses, bathing ponds thick-walled multi-storeyed castle.
Evening, return back to Sigiriya.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

Day 04 : Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy
After breakfast, drepart for the hill capital of Kandy, visiting a spice garden at Matale en route. Our spices have been sought after for centuries, and continue to be a celebrated export, even today.
Once in Kandy enjoy a city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha.  A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from.   
Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. In 2016, the garden was visited by 1.2 million locals and 400,000 foreign visitors. It is near the Mahaweli River. It is renowned for its collection of orchids.
Evening: Round off your day with a Cultural Dance show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries old rituals will enthrall you.
Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 05 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
After Breakfast, drive to Nuwara Eliya.
On arrival, city tour of Nuwara Eliya.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 06 : Nuwara Eliya – Yala NP
After breakfast, drive to Yala National Park.
On arrival, check in to the hotel.
PM: Jeep Safari in Yala National Park.
Overnight in Yala.
The second largest national park in Sri Lanka, Yala is known to hold the highest concentration of leopard in the world. The vast extent of the park is mainly scrub jungle with rocky outcrops and dotted with many salt and fresh water lagoons. Elephant, leopard, sloth bear, crocodile, wild buffalo and sambur thrive here, as well as herds of spotted deer, wild boar, langur and macaque monkeys and many small mammals. Over 130 species of birds can be seen with peacocks being a common sight. The bordering coastline also forms a major nesting ground for marine turtles.

Day 07 : Yala NP – Galle – Bentota
After breakfast, proceed to Galle.
On arrival, city tour of Galle.
Later, drive to Bentota.
City tour of Bentota.
Boat ride at madhu river, turtle hatchery.
Overnight in Bentota.
Heritage city of Galle. For centuries Galle has stood strong against invasions – from colonial powers and nature’s volatile outbursts. The famous Dutch Fort was first built by the Portuguese, fortified by the Dutch and preserved by the British. Battered daily for over 400 years by the ocean it even survived the onslaught of a tsunami and is enjoyed today by residents and visitors alike. The colonial architecture of the walled city too has resisted the advance of modernity and holds tightly to its past glory.

Day 08 & Day 09 : Bentota
Beach stay in Bentota.
Overnight Bentota.

Day 10 : Bentota – Colombo – Depart Colombo
Early morning, transfer to Colombo airport for flight to onward destination.

Includes
– Accommodation as per the program.
– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– 09 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
– Daily Breakfast at hotels.
– Half-board meals as per the program.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by an air-conditioned Transport.
– Entrance fees of monuments as per itinerary.
– English speaking guide.
– Sharing Jeep Safari to Yala National Park with entry fees.
– Expressway and parking charges.
– All taxes.

Excludes
– Personal Expenses.
– Camera / Video Camera Fees.
– Entry Visa Fees, please visit lkfor more details.
– International Air Tickets.
– Tips, Travel Insurance, Medical Aid.

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