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DAY 1 - Colombo - Negombo (Arrival)
Arrive in Sri Lanka you will be welcomed by a representative and handed over to your respective guide. Proceed and check in hotel to Negombo or Colombo or Marawila or Chilaw hotel. *Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Negombo or Colombo or Marawila or Chilaw: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon. Transfer Travel by Coach or Van (depend of group size). Meals Self Meal Expenses Hotel Hotel in Negombo or Colombo or Marawila or Chilaw
DAY 2 - Negombo - Sigiriya
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive about 4.5 hours journey proceed to Sigiriya. Lunch will be serve at local restaurant. First, visit to Dambulla Cave Temple first came to use as a refuge for King Valagambahu in 1st century BC. Concealed by the local monks upon returning from exile to his throne at Anuradhapura he had the magnificent cave temple built for them. The cave temple consists of a complex of Buddhist image houses. Its rock ceiling is one large sweep of colourful frescoes, some of which dates back to over 2,000 years, which depicts Buddhist mythology, and the tales of the Buddha's previous births. This cave temple has the largest number of Buddha statues all housed in one place, including a 14 meter long, colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha carved out of the rock. Next, you may join the optional to enter Sigiriya Rock Fortress if time permitted (Entrance – USD 30 per person at travelers expenses). Sigiriya Rock Fortress is home to the 5th Century “Fortress in the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the fortress. Within its triple- moated defence the huge rock rises almost to a sheer height of 500ft. On its summit are the foundations of what was once a great and sumptuous palace and gardens complete with swimming pool. On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting survived in the form of Frescoes of life sized damsels in all the freshness and delicacy of their original colour. Tonight dinner and overnight stay at Sigiriya or Dambulla. *Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Sigiriya: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon. Transfer Travel by Coach or Van (depend of group size). Meals Breakfast in hotel, Lunch, Dinner Hotel Hotel in Sigiriya or Dambulla
DAY 3 - Sigiriya - Kandy
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive about 2.5 hours journey proceed to Kandy. Upon arrival, visit to 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, including Upper Lake Drive, Market Square, Arts & Crafts Centre, Gem Museum. 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. Next visit to 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. By the night experience a colourful show where you will be taken to mind blowing Sri Lankan culture extravaganza. Get ready for Heavy drumbeat and acrobatic act. Tonight dinner and overnight stay at Kandy. *Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Kandy: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon. Transfer Travel by Coach or Van (depend of group size). Meals Breakfast in hotel, Lunch, Dinner Hotel Hotel in Kandy
DAY 4 - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive about 2 hours journey proceed to Nuwara Eliya. En-route, enjoy “Tea experience”, which involves a visit a plantation to observe firsthand the process, starting from the plucking field where it all begins with the picking of “two leaves and a bud” to the factory where the processing begins. Originally introduced to the island around 1850 by the British, Ceylon Tea is world famous for its high quality and has remained a major contributor to the island’s economy for generations. Currently, Sri Lanka is one of largest exporter of tea worldwide. Nuwara Eliya, The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coolest places in the Island, but it is really just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night. All around Nuwara Eliya you will see evidence of the British influence, houses like country cottages or Queen Ann style mansions. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic and is also good for Birding as you get some rare birds in this Park. Lake Gregory is one of the significant tourist attrations in Nuwara Eliya. With recent up liftmen in Nuwara Eliya area many recreation facilities introduced around the Gregory lake area. You can buy a ticket and visit the Lake Park and enjoy your evening by the lake. Need a boat ride. They are therefor you to offer a ride to get an unforgettable experience. Swan Boats are there to hire if you need a ride on your own. Tonight dinner and overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya. You may add-on optional tour on this day (Price at OPTIONAL ADD ON): Scenic Train Journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya - duration 2.5 hours (Request to book at least 31-45 days before departure): The very first steam trains were running in Sri Lanka to bring Tea, the greatest commercial export of the colonial Ceylon, to Colombo. Major Thomas Skinner was instrumental in setting trains up and he describes in his book “Fifty years in Ceylon” how he had to convince the British colonial government to spend approximately GBP 800,000/- to set up the network of railway lines, bridges/aqueducts, for Trains, today it stands as one of the most scenic journeys to be done on rail in the world. *Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Nuwara Eliya: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon. Transfer Travel by Coach or Van (depend of group size) Meals Breakfast in hotel, Lunch, Dinner Hotel Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
DAY 5 - Nuwara Eliya - Yala
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive about 3.5 hours journey proceed to Yala, situated in the south east corner of the island, is home to the greatest variety of Sri Lanka’s wildlife. Its varying habitats, consisting of scrub plains, jungles, rocky outcrops, fresh water lakes, rivers and beaches, provides home to many species of animals including sloth bear, herds of elephants, buffalo, monkeys, sambar, deer, crocodiles and the endangered leopard subspecies, Panthera Pardus Kotiya, which is only found in Sri Lanka. Lunch will be serve at local restaurant. At dusk, visit the Yala National Park by Jeep with a total protected area of 126,768 hectares, Yala consists of scrub plains, lagoons and rocky sections and offers the broadest cross-section of the country’s flora and fauna. In terms of game-viewing this is probably the best place to see all of the ‘big three’: elephant, leopard and water buffalo. It is estimated that Yala is home to about 35 Leopard making it one of the world's densest leopard populations. Countless other animals including sloth bear, deer, wild boar, crocodiles, monkeys and numerous species of birds can also be seen. Tonight dinner and overnight stay at Yala or Kataragama or Tissamaharama. *Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Yala: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon. Transfer Travel by Coach or Van (depend of group size) Meals Breakfast in hotel, Lunch, Dinner Hotel Hotel in Yala
DAY 6 - Yala - Galle
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive about 3.5 hours journey proceed to Galle UNESCO World Heritage site. One of the most iconic scenes you’re bound to see in Sri Lanka is stilt fishing. An old tradition around Sri Lanka, stilt fishing had disappeared after the devastating tsunami that hit the country and other parts of the Indian Ocean, but soon the people returned to their customs, and now you can spot them sitting on their uncomfortable stilts, hoping to catch something. (Stilt Fishing available for May-October rates only). Drive 1 hours from Galle city, visit to Marine Turtle Conservation in Kosgoda. Globally, all seven species of marine turtles are endangered. Of these seven, five come ashore to nest in Sri Lanka. The process of marine turtles nesting, hatchlings being born, and swimming back to sea is fascinating to observe. The Kosgoda Conservation Project is an ideal way to learn and observe this endangered species. Garden Beach Hotel, on the edge of Turtle Beach, offers responsible night-time expeditions to its guests if turtles are lying. Lunch will be serve at local restaurant. Drive 1 hours journey back to Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, originally built by the Portuguese and then further developed by the Dutch and the British, covers nearly four sq kms, and is protected by 12 bastions and connecting ramparts. During the early 18th century the Old Dutch Gate was the entrance point to the Fort. Subsequently the British built the Main Gate which is still used today. Buildings of interest include the Dutch Reformed Church, All Saints Church, Amangalla Hotel (formerly the New Oriental Hotel), and the lighthouse and bell tower. The Dutch also developed what was then an innovative tide-based sewage-system within the Fort. A maze of narrow roads lined with small houses and shops with Dutch names still remain. Tonight dinner and overnight stay at Galle or South Beaches. *Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in South Beach: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon. Transfer Travel by Coach or Van (depend of group size) Meals Breakfast in hotel, Lunch, Dinner Hotel Hotel in the South Beach
DAY 7 - Galle - Colombo (Departure)
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive back to Colombo. Lunch will be serve at local restaurant. 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 centre and military garrison. Sea Street, the Goldsmiths 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. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha & the Independence Square. From buzzing bazaars to stylish boutique outlets, Colombo is increasingly becoming a popular shopping destination within Asia. Odel is Sri Lanka’s most famous shop, a growing department store in the centre of town. Western-label clothes are sold at a fraction of overseas prices. Other attractions include home wear stores like House of Fashion, Arcade Independence Square, Race Course and Beverly Street. If you want to get a feel for the trading heart of the city, spend a hectic morning wandering the narrow streets of Colombo Pettah where you will find anything from steel pots to the latest mobile phones. Tonight transfer to the airport for the flight departure to home sweet home. You may add-on optional tour on this day (Price at OPTIONAL ADD ON):
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Standard Categories
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ROH | 3506.70 | 2552.10 | 2552.10 | 1611.26 | 905.63 | 3111.10 | 2156.50 | 2156.50 | 1373.90 | 786.95 |
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Deluxe Categories
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ROH | 3958.20 | 2762.80 | 2762.80 | 1737.68 | 968.84 | 3618.50 | 2423.10 | 2423.10 | 1533.86 | 866.93 |
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Super Deluxe Categories
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ROH | 4977.30 | 3459.40 | 3459.40 | 2155.64 | 1177.82 | 4555.90 | 3038.00 | 3038.00 | 1902.80 | 1051.40 |
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