Sri Lanka

After having breakfast Check out from Hotel and proceed to Sigiriya via Pinnawala

PINNAWELA ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE– App. 55 miles from Colombo, off the Colombo – Kandy road is Pinnawela, where an orphanage was started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded elephants. The number of elephants has increased to more than 65 now; including Baby Elephants brought from various parts, as well as some of the more than 25 babies born, as a result of the captive breeding program. The best time to visit is the feeding time from 13.30-14.00 hrs and the bathing time from 14.00-14.30 hrs when all the elephants are taken to the river close by

Proceed to Sigiriya

SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS

Sigiriya Is Situated in The Central Province Of Sri Lanka Close To Dambulla. It Is a Fortress Complex Of A Ruined Palace And One Of The World Heritage Sites Declared By UNESCO. Undoubtedly the Most Treasured Historical Monument in Sri Lanka And Probably The Most Visited Tourist Destinations In Sri Lanka, The Most Looked Forward Feature Of The Fortress Is The Frescoes. Another Fascinating Detail Is Its Mirror Wall. Every Step from The Entrance to The Top Is A Marvel On Its Own, And The Interesting Surroundings Makes The Tedious Climb To The Top Easy.

Overnight stay: Kassapa lions rock(3*) – Sigiriya Or Sigiriana resort by thilanka (4*) – Dambulla

After having breakfast Check out from Hotel and proceed to Dambulla

DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE

DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE Located at an elevation of 1118 feet from the sea level rises a massive rock from the surrounding plains of Dambulla of 600 feet high and over 2000 feet in length. It is home to the Worlds most acclaimed Cave complex of magnificent Buddha Images and Rock Paintings of vivid colours and shapes constructed and painted from around 2nd Century BC (Anuradhapura era ) and continued up to the Kandyan era of the 18th Century. Sinhalese people call it as ‘ Dambulu Gala’ (Dambulla Rock) and the Temple is called as the ‘ Rangiri Dambulu Viharaya’ (Golden Rock Dambulla Temple). It is apparent that by this time Dambulla had become a popular Centre of Buddhist worship.

THEN VISIT SPICE GARDEN

Spice garden- Sri Lanka has long been renowned for its spices. Since ancient times, traders from all over the world who came to Sri Lanka brought their native cuisines to the island, resulting in a rich diversity of cooking styles and techniques. Sri Lankan people use spices liberally in their dishes and typically do. Here you will learn about fragrant clove, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, mace and pepper, and many other favorites such as chocolate and vanilla.

Then Proceed to Kandy

Kandy the popular charming hill capital of Sri Lanka is surrounded by hills, valleys, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. It is the cultural center of the island and a UNESCO heritage city. The sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha is enshrined at the Dalada Maligawa, the temple of the tooth. While in Kandy, a visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens is a must where you can see around 4000 species of plants. The arts and crafts center in Kandy, the main Buddhist monasteries Malwatta and Asgiriya Monasteries are places that must be visited. Kandy is a great place for souvenir shopping and to learn about its rich culture and history.

VISIT A GEM GALLERY

Then, witness the CULTURAL DANCE SHOW featuring various dancing types of Sri Lanka.

(Entrance Ticketto Cultural Dance should be Collected from Gem Museum or paid by the Guest)

Kandy Cultural show experiencing new cultures and traditions is one of the reasons why people travel, and this show is the personification of this noble pursuit. The Kandy Cultural Center hosts this extravaganza, with the various components of Sri Lanka’s rich and diverse cultural history all on display. Art forms throughout the country take center stage, with fire and demon dancers stealing the show and your breath. Traditional drummers and Kandy dancers complete the mesmerizing hour-long show; a treat for locals and tourists alike.

TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH RELIC

Special Note: Shoes, Hats & Burka not allowed inside the temple.

ever since 4^th 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

Check in to Hotel in Kandy

Overnight stay:   The Swiss residence(3*) – Kandy Or  Royal classic resort (4*) – Kandy

Breakfast at the hotel

VISIT PERADENIYA BOTANICAL GARDEN

Peradeniya Botanical Garden is situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka and visited approximately 02 million people annually. The unusual name is Sinhalese translation of guava plain. The garden is notable for its collection of a variety of Orchids. It is home to various species of plants, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees. It is also one of the largest botanical gardens of Sri Lanka, an artificial lake with water plants including giant water lily and papyrus seeds is found in the center of the garden.

PROCEED TO NUWARAELIYA

RAMBODA FALLS

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.

VISIT A TEA FACTORY

Walk into a traditional factory processing fine Ceylon Tea, a world class brand which boasts of millions of servings each day across the globe. Be mesmerized by the process extending from plucking to processing and be guided by a team of experts who know it by heart! 

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. Seasons may be absent elsewhere in Sri Lanka, but here you can read them by the flowers, which bloom in the spring (March to May) and the fall (August and September). These are the “seasons” when low-country folk flock to Nuwara Eliya to escape the sea level heat and humidity.

GREGORY LAKE

Gregory Lake is located about one kilometer away from Nuwara Eliya town and built during the year 1874 by the governor Gregory. By stopping the “Thalagala” stream which starts from the “Piduruthalagala” mountain.

Overnight stay:   Lourdes Hotel (3*) – Nuwara Eliya Or   Galway Heights Hotel (4*) – Nuwara Eliya

After having breakfast Check out from Hotel and proceed to Colombo

TOUR IN COLOMBO & SHOPPING.

Colombo – Although reclaiming its 19th-century moniker ‘the garden city of the East’ is unlikely, Colombo is rapidly emerging as a must-see stop in Sri Lanka. No longer just the sprawling city you have to endure on your way to the southern beaches, it has become a worthy destination in its own right. The legacies of colonial Colombo’s garden roots are still very much intact along its often shady boulevards. Fort is in the midst of widespread historic restoration of its landmark colonial architecture, while Pettah brims with markets and rampant commerce. Even traffic-clogged Galle Rd is getting spiffier with glossy new hotel complexes, while the seafront benefits from new roads that are spurring hotel construction. Colombo’s cosmopolitan side supports ever-more stylish eateries, galleries and museums. Surprises abound in its old quarters where you can find great local food and discover a characterful shop or tiny, convivial cafe. The capital is an excellent start – or finish – to your Sri Lankan adventures.

COLOMBO SHOPPING

When shopping in Colombo, your options are anything but limiting. From modern, air conditioned malls to the famously buzzing street markets, there’s something for everyone. Knowing where to go is the key to getting the best out of Sri Lanka’s shopping haven. Colombo itself has a fair share of shopping malls and department stores. With everything from the latest pair of shoes & designer jewelry to mobile phones and electronic items, Colombo has an exhaustive variety of things to buy

Overnight stay:  Grand oriental hotel (3*) – Colombo  Or The Ocean Hotel (4*) –Colombo

After having breakfast Check out from Hotel & proceed to Airport

Transfer to Airport for Departure.

Special Note: Be at the Airport before 03 Hours prior to the time of departure.