Transport

A comfortable private vehicle for transport.

Guide

An English speaking licenced chauffeur driver guide.

Others

Parking, toll, highway charges All local taxes and service charges 01 Local sim card with USD 1 recharged + IDD facility Complimentary entrance to : Spice and Herbal Garden / Woodcarving Gallery / Gem Museum Water bottles on arrival Cycling tour in Bentota All government taxes and service charges for the services we provide

Meals

Breakfast only

Accommodation

Accommdations in rated hotels/resorts. (Reserved on confirmation)

Optional

* Bed decorations for honeymoon couples * Suite Room upgrading on availability

Not included:

Others

Optional excursions. Personal travel insurance. Visa fees. Entry fees or sight tickets for any place or activity Personal expenses, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera permits, communications, etc. Tips and portage. Lunch and Dinner or other meals and services other than mentioned in the program. Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the program. Peak time supplementt charges at hotels (In December / August / January months) - you will have to pay those directly to hotels.

Flights

Flights not included.

Insurance

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Day 1 Airport – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Airport – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya

After arrival you will be welcomed by our English-speaking driver and proceed to Sigiriya. On the way visit Pinnawala Elephants Orphanage and Dambulla Golden Cave Temple.

Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains.There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses. The latter include Vishnu and the Ganesha.

Highlights of the Day

• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

• Spices and Herbal Garden

• Dambulla Golden Cave Temple

• Pidurangala Buddhist Temple

Relax the evening at the poolside

Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 2 Sigiriya Lion Rock – Kandy
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sigiriya Lion Rock – Kandy

After the breakfast take the climb to the Sigiriya lion Rock and then take a village tour on a bull cart around a village in Sigiriya. Thereafter proceed to Kandy.

Sigiriya lion Rock.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress, considered one of the amazing wonders of the Ancient World that truly needs to be witnessed to be believed. Located in the interior of Sri Lanka and The magnificent rock fortress of Sigiriya is visible for miles from all directions and dominates the surrounding plain. Sigiriya which was an ancient castle built by King Kasyapa during the 5th century AD is both a palace and fortress. The climb up Sigiriya is a challenge and takes about 90 minutes. You will pass by many peculiar parts of the fortress like The Mirror Wall, world famous Sigiriya Frescoes and the entrance to the Lion Gate. . Sufficient ruins remains to provide the visitor with a stunning perceptivity into the genuineness and creativeness of its builders.

Kandy.

Historical records suggest that Kandy was first established by the King Wickramabahu (1357-1374 CE) near the Watapuluwa area, north of the present city, and it was named Senkadagalapura at the time, although some scholars suggest the name ‘Katubulu Nuwara’ may also have been used. The origin of the more popular name for the city, Senkadagala, could have been from a number of sources. These include naming it after a brahmin named Senkanda who lived in a cave near the city, after a queen of King Wickramabahu named Senkanda or after a coloured stone named Senkadagala.

Highlights of the Day

• Visit most famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress - 1200 steps

• Village Tour on a bull cart

• Gem Museum

• Wood Carving place

• Batik Factory visit

• Cultural Dance Show in Kandy

Evening leisure at the hotel

Overnight stay in Kandy
Day 3 Kandy Sightseeings – Ramboda – Nuwara Eliya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kandy Sightseeings – Ramboda – Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast take the kandy city tour and sightseeings. Thereafter proceed to Nuwara Eliya.

Ramboda Falls.

Is 109 m (358 ft) high and 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 729th highest waterfall in the world. It is situated in Pussellawa area, on the A5 highway at Ramboda Pass. It formed by Panna Oya which is a tributary of Kothmale Oya. Altitude of the falls is 945 m (3,100 ft) above sea level.

Nuwara Eliya.

You will be taken to visit a tea factory in Nuwara Eliya. Observe the beautiful green hills and lush valleys of this enchanting city. In the tea factory, you will be able to observe how tea is processed and graded for both local and foreign markets. Take in the wonderful aromas of fresh tea being prepared while you indulge in a hot cup of pure Ceylon tea while you are here. After that you will go on a city tour of Nuwara Eliya. Nuwara Eliya is known for its cool climate and amazing scenery by both locals and tourists as well. It is also home to one of the finest 18 hole golf courses in South Asia. This town plays a major role in the country’s tea industry at this is the main place where tea is produced. Sri Lanka’s tallest mountain the ‘Piduruthalagala’ (8282 feet) is also here.

Highlights of the Day

• Royal Botanical Garden

• Sacred Tooth Relic Buddhist Temple

• Visit Tea Factory & Tea Plantation

• Ramboda Watefall

• Hanuman Temple

• Gregory Lake and Park

Relax the evening at Gregory lake and Park.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya
Day 4 Nuwara Eliya Sightseeings – Ella – Yala
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Nuwara Eliya Sightseeings – Ella – Yala

While enjoying the breeze proceed to Nuwara Eliya sightseeings tour and then proceed to Yala.

Once called, Little England, nestling at the foot of Sri Lankas tallest mountain Pidurutalagala, is Nuwara Eliya, the islands most elevated town and home to some of the best tea plantations in the world. Surrounded by wooded mountains and its picturesque lake, its cold temperatures call for sweaters, log fires and blankets, a pleasant contrast to the islands otherwise hot and steamy tropical weather. In terms of entertainment it is home to the famed Nuwara Eliya Golf Club and Race Course. During the season in April it attracts visitors from within the country and overseas and the town turns in to a hub of activity with its local Derby and motor races. It is the perfect base for hikes, picnics and trout fishing in the surrounding lakes and rivers.

Ella

Ella is a beautiful small backpacker-hub on the southern edge of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country. It has become to go-to town in the hill country for tourists and as a result has a reasonably well-established tourism-orientated economy. For example, there is espresso coffee and fish and chips on offer, as well as lounge/backpacker -style bars aimed solely at the visitor.It’s situated in the middle of beautiful countryside, with small vegetable plots in the valleys, tea plantations on the hill slopes and forests on the tops.The climate throughout most of the year is typical of the high Hill Country, with a hot sun by midday, but a moderate air temperature.

Highlights of the Day

• Trekking to Horton Plains (optional)

• Hakgala Botanical Garden

• Seetha Amman Temple

• Ambewela , New Zealand Milk Farms

• Visit Strawberry Farms

• Ravana Ella Waterfall

Check in to the hotel by the evening

Overnight stay in Yala
Day 5 Yala National Park Safari And Leisure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Yala National Park Safari And Leisure

After breakfast proceed to take the adventurous wild safari at Yala National Park. (You can proceed in the afternoon as well )

Yala.

Yala is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and also adjoining parks. The blocks have individual names such as, Ruhuna National Park(block 1) and Kumana National Park or ’Yala East’ for the adjoining area. It is situated in the southeast region of the country, and lies in Southern Province and Uva Province. The park covers 979 square kilometres (378 sq mi) and is located about 300 kilometres (190 mi) from Colombo. Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, and, along with Wilpattu was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, having been designated in 1938. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, Sri Lankan leopards and aquatic birds.

Highlights of the Day

•Take a 4x4 Jeep safari in Yala National Park in the afternoon or next day early morning (Best

timing to do Yala - 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm)

•Visit Katharagama Temple & Participate in the evening ceremony (only if requested)

Enjoy the evening walking around the hotel and explore the local life.

Overnight stay in Yala
Day 6 Yala – Weligama
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Yala – Weligama

After breakfast proceed to Weligama.

Weligama is a popular tourist destination and hosts several boutique hotels. The name Weligama itself, in Sinhala, means `Sandy Village’ which is a direct reference to the sandy bay beach in the town. The loveliest stretch of the bay beach is around the island of Taprobane. Most often dozens of traditional colourful outrigger boats are seen pulled up following their night fishing expeditions.

Highlights of the Day

•Stilt fishermen in Weligama

•Aggrabodhi Temple at Weligama

•Long Walks - For the nature enthusiasts,there are several pleasant walks. The headland serves as a great viewpoint for Weligama Bay.

Relax and spend time on beach

Overnight stay in Weligama
Day 7 Weligama - Mirissa Whales Watching– Galle –Bentota
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Weligama - Mirissa Whales Watching– Galle –Bentota

Pack your breakfasts and early morning proceed to take the whales watching tour. (Be there at the counter by 6.30 AM) Thereafter proceed to Bentota via Galle.

Whales watching tour (availiability is seasonal)

Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa is one of the most exciting water activities you can do in Sri Lanka during your holiday. Mirissa is the best place to start your whale and dolphin watching tour in Sri Lanka. In warm Indian ocean you can see Blue whales, Bryde´s whales, Sperm whales, Fin whales, sometimes Killer whales, and Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso’s dolphins and Striped dolphins. Sometimes you can see turtles and various fish species, for example Bluefin tuna and flying fish.

Galle.

Is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the southwestern tip, 119 km from Colombo. Galle is the administrative capital of Southern Province, Sri Lanka and is the district capital of Galle District Galle was known as Gimhathiththa (although Ibn Batuta in the 14th century refers to it as Qali before the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century, when it was the main port on the island. Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century, during the Dutch colonial period.

Bentota

Bentota is one of the best beaches in Sri Lanka and is known for the romantic settings carved by both the river and ocean. This beautiful setting is utter bliss and will leave you with many memories once you return to your homeland from your holiday in Sri Lanka. Take a quick dip in the ocean or enjoy some amazing water sports such as jet skiing, surfing, diving or even body boarding. Finally witness the beautiful and enchanting sun as it sets and creates the most beautiful view evening

Highlights of the Day

•Whales watching tour

• Visit Jungle Beach in Unawatuna

• Peace Pagoda Buddhist Temple in Unawatuna

•Galle city tour

•Leisure on beach

Overnight Stay in Bentota
Day 8 Bentota Sightseeings Tour And Leisure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bentota Sightseeings Tour And Leisure

After breakfast you will proceed to witness Bentota sightseeings.

Leisurely strolling on the Golden Beaches enthralled in the magical atmosphere. Lazing on a Sun deck reading a book of your choice, and sipping a cool fresh tropical fruit drink of pine apple, Mango, Banana. Water skiing, Wind Surfing, Snorkeling or cutting through the choppy on a jet water scooter and much more.In Kosgoda, you will visit the turtle hatchery which is operated by the Wild Life Protection Society in Sri Lanka. Several turtle species are protected at this hatchery, one of the main and most important ones being the hawksbill turtle. Their eggs are said to be left uncovered, scattered all over the coast, unprotected from harm’s way, and fishermen bring them into the hatchery in order to save and protect them. The hatchery has been able to release over 100 baby turtles into the sea in the last 2 years since they opened.

You could even go on a Boat Ride in the Madu River. The Madu River is a shallow body of water that enters the sea at Balapitiya. During the river safari, you will visit the rural villages in the vicinity where you will also have a chance witness a cinnamon plantation.

Sight seeings of the Day

•Turtle hatchery

•Madu River Safari

•Water Sports ( Jet ski, Banana ride, Lay down ride, Sofa ride, Tube ride, River Cruise, Water ski etc.. )

• Kande Vihara Buddhist Temple

Relax and enjoy the sunset at the hotel.

Overnight Stay in Bentota
Day 9 A Cycling Tour In Bentota With Leisure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

A Cycling Tour In Bentota With Leisure

In the morning after the breakfast, you will have a guided cycling tour around the beautiful village country side of Bentota. You will pass by paddy fields, local shops, temples and the most of all, the countryside people with smiling faces. Spend the remaining day leisurely at hotel or engage in water sports. Witness the sunset on the beach in the evening.

Overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 10 Bentota – Colombo City Tour - Colombo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bentota – Colombo City Tour - Colombo

After breakfast head to Colombo to take the city tour and shopping excursion.

Colombo.

Colombo is a busy and vibrant city with a mixture of modern life and remnants of a old colonial era. Due to its large harbor and its strategic position along the East-West sea trade routes, Colombo was known to ancient traders 2,000 years ago. It became capital of Sri Lanka when Sri Lanka became part British Empire in 1815. On this tour you will visit many of the historical, religious and commercial sites of Colombo including the historic and bustling Fort and Pettah, the elite residential Cinnamon Gardens, the Galle Face Green, Viharamahadevi Park and much more.

Proceed to Colombo for sight seeing

• Visit Galle Face Green

• Visit National Museum of Colombo

• Visit Independence Memorial Hall

• Visit Gangarama Buddhist Temple

• Visit Pettah Market

• Visit Dutch Hospital & Dutch Museum

• Enjoy a shopping excursion

• Enjoy the night life in Colombo

Overnight stay in Colombo
Day 11 Colombo – Airport – Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Colombo – Airport – Departure

Be dropped at the airport having at least 2 hours to the time of departure. Leave with lots of happy memories to cherish.

Tour ends.

11 days tour

Splendors Of Sri Lanka - 11 Days Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Splendors Of Sri Lanka - 11 Days Tour

Airport – Pinnawala – Dambulla – Sigiriya

Sigiriya Lion Rock – Kandy

Kandy Sightseeings – Ramboda – Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya Sightseeings – Ella – Yala

Yala National Park Safari And Leisure

Yala – Weligama

Weligama - Mirissa Whales Watching– Galle –Bentota

Bentota Sightseeings Tour And Leisure

A Cycling Tour In Bentota With Leisure

Bentota – Colombo City Tour - Colombo

Colombo – Airport – Departure

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