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Closer to the Nature

Set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the tropical island nation of Sri Lanka has a history dating back to the birth of time. It is a place where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature’s beauty remains abundant and unspoilt. Few places in the world can offer the traveler such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences within such a compact location.

Itinerary

Day 01
Our representatives will meet and greet you upon your arrival at the airport. You will be then transferred to Colombo the most commercial city in Sri Lanka and enjoy a city tour with a shopping spree. Check in at your hotel & enjoy an amazing dinner then relax throughout the night.

Day 02
After breakfast, Checkout from your hotel and transfer to Belihuloya, en-route visit gemstone mining in Ratnapura. Arrive in Belihuloya & check-in at your hotel & relax. Enjoy Dinner at the hotel and rest for the day.

Day 03
Today, a nature trail will be arranged along with a village cooking demonstration after breakfast. Return to your hotel and relax enjoying the environment. You will have no restrictions to enjoy the sighting around the hotel. Enjoy dinner at the hotel and relax.

Day 04
After breakfast, enjoy bird watching and visiting the natural pool for a relaxed time. Fish therapy and natural Jacuzzi is available to enjoy as well. Dinner will be served at the hotel and relax for the day.

Day 05
After breakfast, Checkout from the hotel & transfer to Haputale, Enjoy the breathtaking views on the way and check in to your hotel. Dinner at the hotel and relax.

Day 06
Enjoy a cozy breakfast and transfer to Ella to enjoy this amazing city. Visit Nine arch bridge and a tea factory. Enjoy the nature and return to the hotel in Haputale for Dinner and relax for the day.

Day 07
After breakfast, Checkout from your hotel & transfer to the Haputale Railway station. Enjoy a train ride to Kandy along with an amazing view in the train ride. Arrive in Kandy and check at your hotel. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Day 08
Enjoying breakfast, visit the Temple tooth of relic and indulge in the rich history and culture of Kandy. You will also be taken to visit a bazaar, an arts and craft center, a gem museum and lapidary where you may enjoy in some shopping. Return to the hotel and enjoy dinner at the hotel. Relax for the day.

Day 09
After breakfast, relax at the hotel. Later the day travel to Kadugannawa to visit the Railway Museum and then visit the most beautiful botanical garden in the island, the Peradenaiya Royal Botanical gardens. It is renowned for its collection of a variety of orchids. The garden consists of more than 4000 species of plants, including of orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees. Concluding the sightseeing & return to the hotel to relax. Nature trailing and bird watching is available at the hotel and you can enjoy this by riding on bicycles provided by the hotel. Later the evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel and relax for the day.

Day 10
Today you will be saying bye to the Hill Country and moving to the coastal side, Pasikuda. En-route a visit will be arranged to Mahiyanganaya Veddha Village and learn on the history of Sri Lanka. The village is proudly carrying the history values on them & this will be learning tour for anyone. Arrive in Pasikuda and check in at your hotel. Enjoy a dinner at the hotel and relax.

Day 11
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and leave for the Mahaoya Hot Water Springs which is said to be the hottest spring of all the hot springs on Sri Lanka. Here you will find well maintained 7 wells with different temperatures. Later the day returns to the hotel & relax. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 12
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. In this laidback tropical atmosphere today you will be enjoying by the beach and indulging in the sun. Relax at the hotel and dinner will be served.

Day 13
Today you will transfer to visit the ruins of the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa. The history of this city runs way back and it will be an amazing adventure to learn about the ancient history of Sri Lanka. Winding the tour you will now transfer to Sigiriya to climb the Lion’s Rock and climb down as the sun sets. This massive monolith of red stone rises 600 feet from the green scrub jungle to accentuate the lucid blue of the sky. It’s a day and you will be transferred to your hotel to enjoy your dinner and relax.

Day 14
Breakfast at the hotel and relax, now you will visit Dambulla Cave Temple. This World Heritage Site is one of the foremost centers of Buddhist pilgrimage as well as one of the largest cave temple complexes in South Asia. Return to Sigiriya and enjoy an evening Safari at Minneriya National Park. Winding the Safari return to the hotel & relax.

Day 15
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. You will be transferred to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, which established in 1975, commenced with seven orphans. Today some of these orphans enjoy the fortune of seeing their grandchildren born in the same location. You will be able to feed and watch them bathe. Calling it to an end you will be transferred to Negombo to spend the last day at the coast. Enjoy the coast and the amazing streets in Negombo at the night time.

Day 16
After breakfast, Checkout from your hotel & proceed to the airport for your scheduled flight timings.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in a double room or twin sharing basis with in with Breakfast & Dinner throughout the tour.
  • 04 Star property accommodations.
  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  • Train tickets from Haputale to Kandy in a reserved carriage.
  • Airport pick up & Drop / Transportation throughout the tour.
  • Services of an English speaking chauffer throughout the tour.

Exclusions

  • Cost of lunch throughout the tour.
  • Entrance tickets for the sites.
  • Early / Late check-ins & Checkouts.
  • Port rage & tips.
  • Video & camera permits.
  • Cost of optional tours.
  • Expenses of personal nature etc.
  • Visa & other charges (Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application).
  • Anything not specified above.
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