SRI LANKA DELIGHTS

Upon arrival welcome and assistance by our representative and transfer to Colombo Hotel (01-hour drive)

Colombo - A cozy mixture of the past and present. The Portuguese, Dutch, and British have all left in their wake churches and monuments, names and religions, costumes and food, and smatterings of their languages which have been absorbed into the speech of the Sri Lankan. |

#Pace of Travel: Relaxed

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 2,000 steps

#Facilities: Transfers, hotel amenities

#Suitable for Age Group: All ages

#What to Bring: Travel documents, casual wear, comfortable footwear

#What to Do: Explore Colombo’s cultural blend of Portuguese, Dutch, and British influences

#What Not to Do: Avoid overpacking your schedule; take time to relax after your flight

#Tip for You: Try a local Sri Lankan dinner at the hotel for an authentic experience

#Overnight: Colombo

#Transfers: Transfer from airport to hotel is included 

After breakfast, drive to Habarana (04 hours drive) en route visit Dambulla Cave Temple - Dating back to the 1st Century BC, this is the most impressive cave temple in Sri Lanka. The cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. Inside the caves, the ceilings are painted with intricate patterns of religious images, following the contours of the rock. There are images of the Lord Buddha and bodhisattvas, as well as various gods and goddesses.

Afternoon (optional tour at additional cost) - Village Tour in Sigiriya - At the beginning, traveling by bullock cart through typical dry Zone village, then get on to traditional village boat for boat ride in the lake running through the village and get into their paddy fields & cultivation lands and experience how farmers work there and thereafter having Typical Sri Lankan village lunch serve with Banana or Nelum leaf inside of mud house and at last walking through the village to start point while experiencing the Village life. |

#Pace of Travel: Moderate

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 7,000-8,000 steps

#Facilities: Transfers, optional village tour facilities

#Suitable for Age Group: All ages (Village tour suitable for those with moderate mobility)

#What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, hat, water bottle, sunscreen

#What to Do: Visit Dambulla Cave Temple, experience local village life (optional)

#What Not to Do: Avoid carrying too many valuables during the village tour

#Tip for You: Carry a small bag to hold essentials during temple visits

#Overnight: Habarana 

#Meal: Breakfast and dinner

#Transfers: Transfer from Colombo to Habarana is included

After breakfast, proceeds to Sigiriya (20 min) climb Sigiriya rock fortress - Sigiriya was the capital city, built by parricidal King Kasyapa who reigned from 477-495 AD. The ruins of the city lie on the steep slopes and at the summit of a granite peak standing approximately 370 m high. The rock was transformed into a recumbent lion, which dominates the jungle from all sides. A series of galleries and staircases emerging from the mouth of a gigantic lion constructed of bricks and plaster provide access to the site.

Spice Gardens Matale, which grows spices and herbs used for Sri Lankan cuisine and medication. Spices of Sri Lanka attracted the early sea-faring merchants who made the long voyages to purchase this precious merchandise. Thereafter reach to Kandy, visit Art and Crafts center and visit the The Holy Temple of the Tooth of the Buddha (01 hour spend). This temple is the most important one for the Sri Lankan Buddhists, which was built in the 16th Century A.D. solely for the purpose of housing the tooth relic. |

#Pace of Travel: Active

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 12,000-15,000 steps 

#Facilities: Guided tours, rest stops

#Suitable for Age Group: 12 years and above (Sigiriya climb not recommended for small children or seniors with mobility issues)

#What to Bring: Hiking shoes, sunscreen, water bottle, comfortable shoes

#What to Do: Climb Sigiriya Rock, visit Spice Gardens, explore Temple of the Tooth

#What Not to Do: Avoid attempting the climb if you have health concerns

#Tip for You: Start the climb early to avoid midday heat

#Overnight: Kandy

#Meal: Breakfast and dinner

#Transfers: Transfer from Habarana to Kandy is included

After breakfast, leave for Nuwara Eliya (02 hours) en route visit Gem Museum in Kandy view a documentary film too on how Sri Lankan Gem mining is traditionally done. Sri Lanka is world renowned for its precious & semi-precious Gems, especially the Sri Lankan Blue Sapphire. It is very unique & owns a huge reputation in the world. Clients can also visit a Gemological Museum, a gem cutting factory & watch a documentary on Gem mining & the process.

Later, you can do shopping. Visit a Tea Factory & Ramboda Falls - Sri Lanka is world famous for Ceylon Tea. Clients will be shown a tea plantation & a factory. You will be able to watch the processing of Tea and also taste a cup of nice & hot Ceylon Tea. You can buy different tea products from the Tea shop. Ramboda is a breathtaking natural beauty. There are two prominent waterfalls next to each other. Clients can take pictures & enjoy the view from a view deck.

Lunch at Ramboda restaurant (Tea bush Hotel) reach to Nuwara Eliya - Nuwara Eliya is located at the heart of the hill country 6,182 feet above from the sea level. The town is situated at 74 km away along Kandy-Nuwara Eliya road and this was rediscovered by British in 1827. It is still very much like an old English town with styled Bungalows and buildings. The cool calm climate, gorges rolling tea plantation which makes the best ’Ceylon tea’ and the breathtaking beautiful waterfalls makes Nuwara Eliya one of the most beautiful town in the world. |

#Pace of Travel: Moderate

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 8,000 steps

#Facilities: Gem Museum, Tea Factory tour

#Suitable for Age Group: All ages

#What to Bring: Light jacket, camera for scenic views

#What to Do: Learn about gems and tea production, enjoy Ramboda Falls

#What Not to Do: Avoid littering at the falls and tea plantations

#Tip for You: Taste different varieties of Ceylon tea during the factory visit

#Overnight: Nuwara Eliya 

#Meal: Breakfast and dinner 

#Transfers: Transfer from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya is included 

After breakfast, leave for Yala (05 hours drive) reach to Ella visit Ravana Falls and Ella Gap is a popular sightseeing attraction in Sri Lanka. It currently ranks as one of the widest falls in the country. This waterfall measures approximately 25 m (82 ft) in high and cascade from an oval-shaped concave rock outcrop.

Reach to hotel in Tissa, afternoon Jeep Safari in Yala National Park - situated 309Kms south of Colombo Yala is approximately 1,259 sq Kms. In extent to located in south eastern corner of the Island Sri Lankan largest and most popular national park where world best place to observe leopards natural habited in the noon time, you can enjoy wild life including Elephants, Bears, wild Bears, Buffalos, Monkeys and many more animals, if you are lucky also you can see lot of different types of birds. |

#Pace of Travel: Moderate

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 7,000 steps

#Facilities: Jeep Safari, hotel amenities

#Suitable for Age Group: 12 years and above (Safari can be bumpy; caution for elderly or infants)

#What to Bring: Binoculars, hat, sunscreen

#What to Do: Visit Ravana Falls, enjoy Jeep Safari at Yala National Park

#What Not to Do: Avoid loud noises during the safari

#Tip for You: Wear neutral colors to blend with the surroundings during the safari

#Overnight: EKHO Safari Tissa

#Meal: Breakfast and dinner 

#Transfers: Transfer from Nuwara Eliya to Tissa/Yala is included 

After breakfast, leave for Hikkaduwa - Bentota (05 - 06 hours drive) en route visit Slit Fishing in Weligama or Habaraduwa. Stilt Fishing is one of the most iconic scenes in Sri Lanka. It is a very unique traditional way of fishing for Sri Lankan Stilt Fishing community. The fisherman spends hours sitting on a thin plank waiting for a good catch.

Thereafter reach to Galle sightseeing in Galle city - an ancient city is now a modern and buzzing town though the Dutch fortress remains as it was during the Dutch period. Galle was the most important sea port at the crossroads of Far East & Middle East since the days of the Romans. The Fortress is one of the best preserved in the Island (Lunch at Galle restaurant) Habaraduwa Turtle farm was created to protect this endangered species. The eggs are collected and immediately buried in a sandy compound that offers protection from birds, crabs, and humans, thanks to some netting. There are 8 varieties of turtle in the world, five of which can be found here: parrot, green, loggerhead, crocodile, and leatherback. All turtles lay 105 eggs six times a year and the incubation period lasts 48 days. The turtles are kept for a 3-day period to let their navel close and prevent them from being eaten by fishes and crabs. Reach to Beach hotel and check in and refresh at hotel in Hikkaduwa beach. |

#Pace of Travel: Relaxed

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 6,000 steps

#Facilities: Sightseeing stops, beachside hotel amenities

#Suitable for Age Group: All ages

#What to Bring: Beachwear, sunscreen, camera

#What to Do: Witness stilt fishing, explore Galle city, visit the Turtle Farm

#What Not to Do: Avoid disturbing turtles at the farm

#Tip for You: Take time to enjoy the sunset at Hikkaduwa beach

#Overnight: Hikkadua or Bentota

#Meal: Breakfast and dinner 

#Transfers: Transfer from Yala to Bentota is included 

After breakfast, leave for Colombo (02 hours drive) reach to Colombo (if time permit) some sightseeing in Colombo - A cozy mixture of the past and present. The Portuguese, Dutch and British have all left in their wake churches and monuments, names and religions, costumes and food, and smatterings of their languages which have been absorbed into the speech of the Sri Lankan. Visit Galle Face Green, Old Parliament, BMICH conference Hall, Independence square, Gangaramaya Temple and beira Lake and Hindu Kovil, Bazaars & Markets. Evening drop to Airport for Departure Transfer (01 hour drive). |

#Pace of Travel: Relaxed

#Steps to Walk: Approx. 4,000-5,000 steps

#Facilities: Colombo sightseeing, airport drop-off assistance

#Suitable for Age Group: All ages

#What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, travel documents

#What to Do: Visit Colombo’s historic landmarks and bazaars

#What Not to Do: Avoid last-minute packing or delays

#Tip for You: Plan your souvenir shopping in Colombo for better variety

#Meal: Breakfast  

#Transfers: Transfer to Colombo and airport