Others

F ree airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day-24/7 C ultural village tour with authentic local lunch in a farmer’s house C atamaran boat tour in the lake to catch the amazing views of Sigiriya L ocal curry cooking demonstration during the village tour A complimentary bottle of water per person each day T rain journey ( ticket class category subject to availability ) C ave temple and Kandy temple entrance tickets K itulgala River rafting & confidance jump N ine Arch Bridge & Ravana waterfall M ini Adam’s peak trekking N uwara Eliya city tour & local markets D ambulla vegetable trade market visit K andy city tour and viewpoint T our of Galle city and Fort C olombo city and shopping tour A cultural dance show A visit to a tea factory G overnment tax / No hidden charges 2 4 hours emergency contact

Meals

D aily breakfast, eight dinners, and O ne local lunch are included in the tour. For all other meals, the tour leader will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions, and directions to local restaurants. You are given the opportunity to try out a variety of local foods up to your taste.

Accommodation

HANDPICKED WELL-REPUTED HOTELS AND RESORTS (2024/2025) Carefully selected the best hotels & resorts: we take your accommodation to the next level for an amazing Sri Lanka experience! Star class self-rated DAY 1: PINNAWALA Deluxe: Villa Pinnawala Resort ( 3 Star) or Similar DAY 2-3: DAMBULLA Deluxe: Kassapa Lions Rock( 4 Star) or Similar DAY 4-5: KANDY Deluxe: The Topaz Hotel ( 4 Star) or Similar DAY 6: NUWARA ELIYA Deluxe: Lyndern Grove Villa ( 4 Star) or Similar DAY 7: ELLA Deluxe: O2 Ella Hotel ( 3 Star) or Similar DAY 8-9: MIRISSA/DIKWELLA Deluxe: 22 Weligama Beach Resort ( 4 Star) or Similar

Transport

P rivate transportation in a modern, fully air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour. A spectacular train journey to the mountains. F ree airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day of the tour.

Guide

A friendly & professional English-speaking tour leader is tasked with ensuring the smooth operations of the tour, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the entire trip. His role primarily includes assisting with accommodation and transportation between locations while sharing his knowledge about the social and cultural splendor of Sri Lanka. Our customer support team will be there to provide 24/7 support during & after your trip, as well as help with all of your onward travel.

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Insurance

T ravel insurance is not compulsory for this tour but we strongly recommend it. Thus if you are interested in travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. Find more information by login into https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance.

Others

U NESCO Heritage sites Entrance fees N ational Parks Entrance fees and Jeep hire N ational Museums Entrance fees B otanical Gardens Entrance fees L ate check-out & early check-in charges

Flights

I nternational transfer flights are not included. Thus, you can organize your flights separately with your preferred airline at any point. We organize 24/7 FREE airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and the last day of the tour. (Alternatively, flights can be booked with TourRadar by login to https://www.tourradar.com/flights).

Optional

M erge with a MALDIVES tour - Can be purchased on the "Book Now" page P rivate tour upgrade - Can be purchased on the "Book Now" page T our can be customized (Itinerary/Hotels/Days) A fter-tour relaxing beach stay - can be purchased P re and post-tour accommodation - on request B ’Day/Anniversary-celebrations arrangements T riple Room discount - on request W hale watching - Seasonal Activity H ot air-balloon (needs to be pre-booked) A yurvedic herbal treatments - on request

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Day 1 Airport Or Hotel Pick-Up / Welcome To Sri Lanka-!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Airport Or Hotel Pick-Up / Welcome To Sri Lanka-!

AYUBOWAN-! Welcome to Sri Lanka: upon arrival at Colombo CMB Airport, you will meet your tour leader and you will be transferred to your hotel (we can pick you up from any hotel in Colombo or Negombo as well).

DAY PLAN:

For day one, you are free to arrive in Sri Lanka at any time.

The ﬁrst destination will be Pinnawala, which is well-known for the Elephants’ Rehabilitation Centre, originally created in order to protect and look after the wild elephants found wandering in and around the forests of Sri Lanka. It is always a pleasant experience to feed them and give them a bath at the nearby river.

Overnight stay at Nature-friendly resort at Pinnawala.
Day 2 Cultural Village Tour / Sigiriya Lion Rock
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cultural Village Tour / Sigiriya Lion Rock

After a delicious breakfast with a hot cup of Sri Lankan tea or a coffee, you will take a wonderful journey across the stunning Sri Lankan countryside towards Dambulla city, which is the central point of the cultural triangle on the island.

DAY PLAN:

Upon arrival at Dambulla, you’ll enjoy a wonderful cultural village tour while exploring the beautiful countryside. It is a great opportunity to get close to unique local culture & life style of Sri Lankan people. It will start with a Tuk Tuk ride and a catemaran boat ride across the lake before reaching the farmer’s house where you will experience a Sri Lankan curry cooking demostration & authentic countryside food.

Thereafter, you will visit Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site) since it’s the best time to witness and capture the beautiful scenery of sunset from the summit. King Kasyapa (477 – 495 AD) built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. Known as one of the wonders of the world due to the amazing architecture & technology being used.

Overnight stay in a nature-friendly resort at Dambulla.
Day 3 Polonnaruwa Ancient City / Afternoon Safari
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Polonnaruwa Ancient City / Afternoon Safari

DAY PLAN:

Early morning, join with the Pidurangala Rock hike to witness and take pictures of the sunrise (optional activity).

After breakfast, visit Polonnaruwa (UNESCO World Heritage Site), in 1070 King Vijayabahu chose this place as his kingdom, one of the most ancient in the history of Sri Lanka. Cycling through Polonnaruwa’s ancient locations is a wonderful experience.

Afternoon, you will be heading to Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park for an afternoon 4x4 jeep safari, since it is the best time to spot wild elephants in their natural habitat. If you’re up for a serious rumble in the jungle, then Minneriya/Kaudulla is your ideal destination! Spreading over 8800 hectares, this park is mainly a sanctuary for elephants. It is always a pleasure to watch baby elephants playing at the lake under the evening sunset.

Thereafter, spend your evening on your own walking around and enjoying the surrounding nature. If you are interested, you could experience an Ayurvedic herbal massage.

Overnight stay in a nature-friendly resort at Sigiriya/Dambulla.
Day 4 Day 4: Golden Cave Temple / Historic Kandy City / Cultural Show
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Golden Cave Temple / Historic Kandy City / Cultural Show

After breakfast, proceed towards Kandy, the capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom. It’s set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and bio-diverse rainforests. Kandy is also famous for its sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic.

DAY PLAN:

En-route to Kandy, You will visit the Royal Cave Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Dambulla has the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 meters over the surrounding plains and houses 5 cave temples with some of the most unique and signiﬁcant historical drawings.

Afternoon, vist the Temple of Tooth Relic (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Kandy view point.

Evening, you’ll enjoy by engaging with a cultural dance show which is inspired by Sri Lankan arts, traditional dance and cultural heritage.

Overnight stay in a cozy mount view hotel at Kandy.
Day 5 Kitulgala Forest Adventures And River Rafting
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kitulgala Forest Adventures And River Rafting

In the morning, proceed towards Kitulgala forest, which is a major ecotourism venue in Sri Lanka. It is a real paradise for those who love adventures.

DAY PLAN:

Upon arrival to Kitulgala experience White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River. The river and its surroundings will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable experience during your River Rafting Tour in Kitulagala. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with all the safety measures.

Afterwards, trek to a natural rock pool, which is extremely beautiful and a gift of nature, where you will be able to experience sliding down an inclined 05-meter waterfall with safety gear into the rock pool.

Evening, head back to your hotel in Kandy

Overnight stay in a cozy mount view hotel at Kandy.
Day 6 Day 6: Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations And Waterfalls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations And Waterfalls

After breakfast, you’ll have a wonderful journey towards Sri Lanka’s tea region of Nuwara Eliya. It is often referred to as “Little England” because many of the buildings in this city retain from the British colonial period, such as the Queen’s Cottage, the General’s House, the Grand Hotel, the Hill Club, and the Town Post Ofﬁce.

DAY PLAN:

Morning, visit Museum; get to know more about the World-renowned and most prestigious Sri Lankan gems and jewellery in a gem museum tour.

Thereafter, visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden, one of the best botanical gardens in Asia.

En-route to Nuwara Eliya, while driving through the cold and misty hills that host lush green tea plantations, stop at a tea factory to observe the rich tradition of making Ceylon tea kept alive up to date. Make sure to end your factory visit in style over a perfectly blended cup of tea.

Afternoon, you will enjoy walking through Nuwara Eliya city center and the fruit and vegetable market.

Overnight stay at mount view hotel at Nuwara Eliya.
Day 7 Day 7: Spectacular Train Journey Into The Mountains
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Spectacular Train Journey Into The Mountains

DAY PLAN:

In the morning, you will enjoy a spectacular train journey from Nanu-oya station to Ella village. It is known as one of the most picturesque hill country train journeys in the world (Train tickets will be arranged at the station / Class category is subject to availability).

Explore the village, Ella is everyone’s favorite hill country village due to the fact that it’s a wonderful nature-friendly location. The Nine Arch Bridge, a major tourist attraction in Ella, is a massive bridge built entirely of solid rocks, bricks and cement without using a single piece of steel. Ella is an excellent place for walking and its most famous trekking route is “Mini Adam’s Peak”.

Evening, you could chill out at the village center where there are lots of restaurants, pubs and evening entertainments.

Overnight stay in a mount view hotel at Ella Village.
Day 8 It’S Time For The Beach / Leisure Day
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

It’S Time For The Beach / Leisure Day

After a fantastic journey through the coconut palms, mountains and waterfalls, you have finally arrived at the world-famous beachside of Sri Lanka. It’s a magnificent place characterized by white sands and coconut palms growing right from the edge of the sea as if in imitation of a postcard of a perfect tropical beach.

DAY PLAN:

Upon arrival at your hotel, you may grab a towel to relax on the beach while enjoying a cocktail or a chill beer under the shade of a palm tree.

Optional activities, Jet Ski, Banana & Tube Boating, Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Fishing & Deep sea fishing are few among the popular list.

Overnight stay in a cozy seafront hotel at Mirissa/Dickwella.
Day 9 Whale Watching Boat Tour / Beach Relax
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Whale Watching Boat Tour / Beach Relax

DAY PLAN:

Early in the morning, hit back to the beautiful golden sandy beach and jump into a boat for an amazing ride on the sea to capture the blue whales and dolphins. Please note that whale watching is a SEASONAL activity.

Thereafter, spend a relaxing time on the beach or by the pool of your cosy hotel.

Optional activities, Jet Ski, Banana & Tube Boating, Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Fishing & Deep sea fishing are few among the popular list.

Evening, you’ll definitely enjoy the stunning scenery of sunset and the pleasant seaside atmosphere.

Overnight stay in a seafront hotel at Mirissa/Dickwella.
Day 10 Colombo City Tour / Airport Drop-Off
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Colombo City Tour / Airport Drop-Off

After breakfast, you’ll visit Sri Lanka’s capital city of Colombo, which has an interesting history running back to the ﬁfth century. Nowadays it has become a bustling modern town with a unique atmosphere. The colorful streets, restaurants and modern shopping malls attract hordes of locals and tourists alike.

DAY PLAN:

Upon arrival at Colombo, you have the opportunity to visit all the highlighted places in the city and also do some last-minute shopping as well. Perhaps, you may pop into a famous and internationally renowned restaurant in Colombo to end your trip over an unforgettable meal.

Thereafter, proceed to the airport in time for your return flight or we drop you back to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo.

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Airport Or Hotel Pick-Up / Welcome To Sri Lanka-!

Cultural Village Tour / Sigiriya Lion Rock

Polonnaruwa Ancient City / Afternoon Safari

Day 4: Golden Cave Temple / Historic Kandy City / Cultural Show

Kitulgala Forest Adventures And River Rafting

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations And Waterfalls

Day 7: Spectacular Train Journey Into The Mountains

It’S Time For The Beach / Leisure Day

Whale Watching Boat Tour / Beach Relax

Colombo City Tour / Airport Drop-Off

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