Day 01: Airport - Colombo (40 Kms/1 hr)

On arrival at the airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to the Colombo. Check in at pre-booked hotel, freshen up and enjoy cozy overnight stay at the hotel at Colombo.

Day 02: Colombo - Pinnawala - Sigiriya (165 Kms/5 hrs)

Enjoy heartfelt breakfast at Colombo Hotel. Rest for a while and later we transfer from Colombo to Pinnawala. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is the major tourist attraction where you will see herds of abandoned elephants taken care off with tender love and protection. After spending some memorable time with the elephants, transfer from Pinnawala to Sigiriya. Sirigiya is also an important tourist place and the fact of being very popular is that it is one of the seven World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka. Climb the Lion Rock which was constructed by King Kashyapa in the 5th Century A.D and explore the beauty of this rock fortress. After memorable day tour enjoy overnight stay at Sigiriya/Dambulla/Kandalama.

Day 03: Sigiriya - Anuradhapura - Sigiriya (80 Kms/2 hrs)

Enjoy the hearty breakfast at the hotel Sigiriya and later we transfer you to Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is the first capital of Sri Lanka then called Ceylon. It is today well known for historical monuments and splendid architectural specimens. Some of the interesting tourist places to visit here are ?Samadhi? Buddha Statue inaugurating in deep meditation, holy Bo Tree under which Buddha got enlightenment 2500 years ago, monasteries and Ruwanveli Sweya. Isurumuniya rock temple is also famous attraction of Anuradhapura as the rock temple showcase the splendid rock carving of the 3rd Century B.C. Return back to Sirigiry/Dambulla/Kandalama for overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04: Sigiriya - Minneriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya (67 Kms/1 hr)

After healthy breakfast at the hotel Sigiriya/Dambulla/Kandalama, we will move to Polonnaruwa the second capital city of Sri Lanka. The city was built during 11th and 12th Centuries AD and today it is one of the best preserved cities in Sri Lanka with interesting places to see are ruins of the Royal Palace, The Gal Viharaya where wonderful statues of Buddha with Upright, Sedentary and Viharaya postures can bee seen. Also enjoy memorable safari by Jeep in the Minneriya National Park and date with the wild in their natural surrounding. Later we transfer you from Minneriya to Sigiriya for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05: Sigiriya - Dambulla - Matale - Kandy (90 Kms/4 hrs)

Enjoy breakfast at Sirigiya and we drive to Dambulla just 19 kms away from Sigiriya. Dambulla is mostly famous for its Dambulla rock temple consisting of five cave temples constructed in the 1st Century BC. Today the temple is a World Heritage Site which contains many statues and paintings dating back to the 12 the century and some of the latest one of 18th Century. Later transfer from Dambulla to Matale for Spice tours. Visit the exotic spice gardens to see different spices for which Sri Lanka is famous for. All see how these species are grown and processed as well as sights of some good cookery show. Later we transfer you from Matale to Kandy for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 06: Kandy - Peradeniya - Kandy

Enjoy healthy breakfast as hotel in Kandy. Later we drive on Wheels from Kandy to Peradeniya, an exotic botanical garden built by Sinhala King. Later this garden was extended by British and today this 147 acres Garden is amazingly beautiful with variety of trees, plants and blossoming flowers. Later we drive back to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka where centauries old legends, traditions and folklore are still alive and can be felt even today. Visit the Kandy Lake constructed by the Last Sinhala King, Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe, the arts and crafts centre, bazaar, gem museum and a lapidary. After the glorious tour visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic and see the culture show performed at the temple. Overnight stay will be at hotel in Kandy.

Day 07: Kandy - Tea Plantation - Nuwara Eliya (77 Kms/3 hrs)

After a heartfelt breakfast at the hotel in Kandy, today we go for a tea plantation trip. See the tea plantation and tea factory and witness how the best tea in the world is produced, processed and packed. Enjoy the cup of refreshing tea at the factory and savor the taste of the pure Ceylon tea. Later we visit to Nuwara Eliya the premier hill resort of Sri Lanka which produces the world?s best tea leaves as well as view the Sri Lanka highest mountain Pidurutalagala (8282 feet). It is also famous for its 18 holes golf courses, which is one of the finest in Asia. Overnight stay at the hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

                                                                 Day 08: Nuwara Eliya - Bandarawela - Kataragama (120 Kms/4 hrs)

Enjoy breakfast at the comfort of your hotel room. Later we drive on wheel from Nuwara Eliya to Kataragama through Bandarawela Tissamaharama. Katargama is well known tourist place in Sri Lanka and is famous for numerous temples of all faiths and religions. Today the deity of Lord Murugan or Skanda is commemorated annually and the local river namely Manik Ganga or Manika Gangai is also major attraction. It is believed that taking a bath in the river will abolished the sin and purifies the soul. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Kataragama.

Day 09: Kataragama - Galle - Bentota (125 Kms/4 hrs)

Enjoy heartiest breakfast at hotel in Kataragama and later we drive to Galle. Galle is the chief port of Ceylon and is known for its rich history and cultural beauty that makes it unique, comparison to other tourist places in Sri Lanka. Visit to the Galle Fort, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and see the marvelous Dutch architecture of the time. You will be amazed by this marvelous architecture that is built in an area of 90 acres. After the memorable tour we transfer you to Bentota/Ahungalla for overnight stay.

Day 10: Bentota

Enjoy heartfelt breakfast at the hotel in Bentota/Ahungalla. Rest of the day enjoy at leisure and at your free will. Overnight stay at the hotel in Bentota/Ahungalla.
Day 11: Bentota / Colombo (64 Kms/1 Hr)

Have a heartfelt breakfast at hotel in Bentota/Ahungalla and later drive to Colombo the capital city of Sri Lanka. Colombo is fast changing and developing to the modern city preserving the old charm to its splendor. Here visit the 100 years old clock tower, elegant historical building and many places like Pettah Bazzar, Buddhist Temple and Bindaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall on your Colombo tour. Enjoy shopping in the colorful bazaars to take home lots of souvenirs, artifacts and Sri Lanka delights. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Colombo. Day 12: Colombo - Airport (40 Kms/1 Hr)

Enjoy the breakfast at the hotel in Colombo. Rest for a well and recollect the memories of Sri Lanka tours. Later we transfer you from Colombo to Airport on time to board flight for your way back home. In this way memorable journey with Sri Lanka tour packages comes to an end giving your memorable memories to treasure as lifetime gift.

Child policy ( 02 -12 years)

With extra bed : 50% of the adult cost
Without extra bed : 25% adult cost

The above tour package includes:
Meeting at the airport upon arrival and assistance during the stay.
Bottle of mineral water on arrival
Private transport in Air con mini coach
Accommodation in mentioned hotels
Services of English speaking chauffeur
Daily breakfast
All Taxes
Package does not include:

Lunch, Dinner and beverages
Extras of personal nature
Camera & Video permits
Tips and gratuities
Guide Services, Entrance fees at places of interest mentioned
Extra services other than those specified
Air tickets / Airport taxes

Notes

In the event a mentioned hotel is not available another hotel of similar standard will be provided
The above rates are net and include government taxes (VAT & TDL)
These rates are subject to change without prior notice in the event government changes the tax policy, if hotels change their rates or for situations beyond our control.
Optional excursions and additional services can be provided for which we will charge additionally.
The official check-in time at all hotels will be 1200 hrs & check-out time at 1100 hr Early check- in / late check-out subject to availability from hotel
Cancellation policy will be applicable for any reduction of rooms after the release period

Cancellation Policy

14 days or less - 100% cancellation charge.
Between 15- 21days - 50% cancellation charges or the equivalent of the first two days charges depending on the programmed and period of stay.
Above 21 days - No cancellation charges provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties.

Day 01

Morning leave for Anuradhapura. Via Puttalam. Lunch at Anuradhapura. Afternoon site seen of the ancient city. If time permits visit Mihintale ( Cradle of Buddhism ) Over Night Anuradhapura

Day 02

Early Morning Leave for Wilpattu National Park with Picnic Lunch. Afternoon proceed to Habarana. Over Night Habarana.

Day 03

Morning Proceed to Kandy visiting the 5 c, Sigiriya Rock Fortress en route. Sight seaning in Kandy. Sri Lanka’s Cultural center, & the most beautiful city. Evening Visit the Dalada maligawa, the golden roofed temple of the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha. Over Night Kandy.

Day 04

Morning Leave for Nuwara Eliya. Heart of the Tea Country. Visit the Tea State en route. Afternoon site seeing including the Hakkala botanical garden. Overnight Nuwara Eliya.

Day 05

Morning Leave for Tissamaharama Via Koslanda. Afternoon visit Yala National Park. Over Night at Tissamaharama.

Day 06
Morning leave for Galle the 17 c Dutch Fortified city. Site Seeing in Galle. Afternoon proceed to Hikkaduwa. At leisure on the beach. Overnight Hikkaduwa.

Day 07

Morning Leave for Colombo afternoon shopping & site seining in Colombo

Day 01 : Arrival - Air Port to Anuradhapura

Arrival at Bandaranayeke International Ari Port and transfer to Hotel in Anuradhapura for two nights

Dinner & Overnight stay at a Hotel in Anuradhapure 

Day 02 : Anuradhapura

After breakfast visit ancient Anuradhapura City. Anuradhapura is an UNESCO World Heritage Site; Sri Lanka’s first capital, the greatest monastic city of the ancient world, dates back from the 4thc.BC to 11th c AD, ruled by more than 100 Sri Lankan kings. The World Heritage Site of Anuradhapura consists of a large number of sacred Buddhist sites including dagobas (gigantic dome-like structures), monasteries, palaces and the ancient Bo Tree, grown from the original tree in Budda Gaya under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. 

Evening visit Mihintale-The cradle of Buddhism of Sri Lanka. Just 13 kms away Mihintale, one of Sri Lanka’s most significant religious sites, where Buddhism originated on the island in 247 BC. Today it is very popular with Buddhist pilgrims and tourist, the complex consists of rocks caves, ponds and stupas. First monastery of Sri Lanka and the world’s first declared sanctuary; Mihintale’s ancient, spiritual ruins can leave you in awe.

Dinner & Overnight stay at the same hotel in Anuradhapura

Day 03 : Anuradhapura To Dambulla

After breakfast leave for Dambulle for two nights and en-route visit Aukene Buddha & Ritigale ancient Forest Buddhist Monastery

Aukene Buddha; One of Sri Lanka’s most perfect and elegant statues, built in 5th c AD, lies to the west of the large Kala Wewa tank.The statue stands 12m high, carved from a single rock and is completely free standing. The nearby Kala Wewa tank is an excellent place to stop off and have a picnic with a most satisfying view

The Ritigala Buddhist Monastery nestles deep inside the Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve, is the partially excavated ruins of an extensive Buddhist Monastery, dates back 7th to 10th c AD. Walking around the beautiful ruins does certainly give you a feeling of adventures in search of mythical pasts; it is easy to imagine yourself as Indiana Jones whilst clambering

Dinner & overnight stay at a Hotel in Dambulle

Day 04 : Dambulle / Polonnaruwa / Dambulla

After breakfast leave for Polonnaruwa -UNISCO World Heritage site and cycle through the ruined Kingdom. Polonnaruwe-the second kingdom of Ancient Sinhalese , became Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital in 10th c AD and remained the capital until the late 13th century.  Today, the ancient city’s ruins remain in remarkably good nick; huge Palaces, Monastic complexes, Giant Stupas, Hospitals, Image Houses etc... The most impressive are the ancient sculptures of the Buddha at the Gal Viahara cut into Granite stone dating back to the middle of the 12th century

Dinner & overnight stay at the same Hotel in Dambulle.

Day 05 : Dambulle To Kandy

After breakfast leave for Kandy for two nights. En route visit Cave Temple at Dambulla-UNESCO World Heritage site where large number of Buddha statues housed in 5 caves, including a 14 meter long, colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha carved out of the rock, The caves’ rock ceiling covered in one large sweep of colorful frescoes. It is the best place to see the classical Buddhist paintings & murals of the island. 

Next visit the ancient Aluvihara cave temple, which is of great significance in the history of Buddhism. It was here that the oral teachings of the Buddha, the Tripitaka, were committed to writing for the first time in 3rd century AD. The language of these Buddhist scriptures, Pali, influenced the development of the Sinhala language. The Alulvihara temple consists of large caves with Buddha images and frescoes. Further in is a cave dedicated to Venerable Buddhagosa, a Buddhist monk, who spent several years in this cave documenting the doctrines of the Buddha in Pali.

And evening see the Cultural Show in Kandy. At the Cultural Show, you can enjoy the Dancers & Drums of Traditional Artist with their magical Fire walking.

Dinner & over night stay at a hotel in Kandy

Day 06 : Kandy

After breakfast leave for sightseeing in Kandy city-UNESCO World Heritage site, the capital of hill country, was the last seat of Sinhalese kings who ceded power to the British in1815 after many battle with the western colonial forces, still remains much of its old world charm and traditions of the Sri Lankan life style

In the morning visit the sacred tooth relic temple of the Buddha. The temple, the most venerated place of Buddhist of Sri Lanka, was built in the 14th Century A.D. solely for the purpose of housing the tooth relic which was brought to the island in 4th c AD. The temple has decorative walls, a golden roof and fine woodwork. Religious services (pooja) with traditional music and drumming are held daily at dawn, mid-day and in the evening where guests can participate

Evening meet a Sri Lankan Buddhist monk and learn about Therevade Buddhism practice in Sri Lanka. Here you‘ll be engaged with a short Meditation Program and a Dhamme discussion as well

Dinner & overnight stay at the same Hotel in Kandy

Day 07 : Departure: Kandy / Colombo / Airport

After breakfast leave for Colombo, En route visit Keleniye Rajamaha Viharaye ; one of the most sacred worshipping places of the Buddhists of Sri Lanka since it is a site made hallowed by the visit of Lord Buddha. The Chronicles records that the original Dagoba at the temple, enshrined a gem-studded throne on which the Buddha sat and preached. This temple is also famous for its image of the reclining Buddha and paintings, which depict important events in the life of the Buddha and history of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.

Afterward visit Colombo City before leave for departure. Colombo, The commercial capital of Sri Lanka, is a fascinating city with blend of East & West as well as a cozy mixture of past & present; the city is dotted with numerous interesting and important tourist attractions including colonial era buildings. The City Tour will include places of Tourist interest such as Colombo National Museum, Old parliament, Independent Square, Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Buddhist, Hindu Temples and Town Hall.

Evening leave for Air Port at Ktunayake (according to your flight time) for the departure.