Looking to satiate your thirst for wanderlust and journey into the tropical deep? This tour package is perfectly suited to holiday goers looking to better acquaint themselves with Sri Lanka. It is comprehensive and encompasses some of Sri Lanka’s most iconic attractions, and historically and culturally significant sites. Embark on an exciting tour of Negombo, hill country, the sunny south and the Colombo city centre where you will get to experience Sri Lanka’s cultural diversity, culinary specialties, busy fish markets, shopping centres and sandy beaches. In the interest of giving you full reign of the experience you wish to have with us, we give you the options of customising your itinerary. Allow us to help you unravel the pearl of the Indian Ocean and experience the many different facets this beautiful island in the sun has to offer travellers.
Afterwards, go on a city tour in Negombo.
Negombo is a major city in Sri Lanka, located in Western Province, Sri Lanka. The Bandaranayake International Airport is located close to this city. The city is known for its great and olden trawling industry with busy fish markets, sandy beaches, hotels and restaurants. Due to bounty of seafood, the town restaurants are a gourmet’s delight. There are also local handicrafts, batiks and jewelry boutiques on the beaches and shops in the city. Fishing and tourism is the main economy of this city.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Negombo.
Return to hotel for breakfast there after proceed to the Airport, start the journey to Sigiriya, enjoy a scenic ride to Sigiriya.
Taking off from Katunayake, adjoining airport to BIA get onboard the flight. Accompanied by two pilot dressed in crisp white shirts, you will take off the ground with ease. Flying through a sea of green you will spot paddy fields and blue lakes and rivers. Reaching Sigiriya you will witness the bird like view of the rock fortress. The plane will circle the rock formation few times so that you will be able to take pictures of the unique view.
After landing in Dambulla, you will rejoin the group and visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, before making your way to Jetwing Vil Uyana, which will be your base for the next three nights.
Dambulla is a popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka. The popular cave temple complex in Dambulla dated to the 2nd century BC is declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO. There are over 80 caves in Dambulla, some of which are used for meditation by monks. The Famous Rock temple has five separate caves containing 153 magnificent Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan monarchs and 4 Hindu deities.
Enjoy the gourmet dinner at the hotel, which will pair perfectly with a glass of wine. Thus, ends the second day of the tour.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Sigiriya 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.
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
In the afternoon, go on a game drive in Minneriya National Park. You will get the opportunity to see wild elephants in their habitat.
Minneriya Park is a national park in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. The park is a dry season feeding ground for the elephant population. Sri Lankan Leopard and Sloth bear which are rare and endangered species also inhabit this area. The park was declared as a wild life sanctuary in order to protect the watershed of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. The tank is historically important for the country as it was built by King Mahasen in the 3rd century AD.
Make your way back to the hotel and relax enjoying another delicious dinner at Jetwing Vil Uyana.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Trincomalee is situated in the Trincomalee district. The famed Trincomalee harbor is also located here. Further, many historical Kovil are found here, visited by many Hindu and Buddhist devotees. The famous hot springs, whale watching, clean and shallow beaches are some of the other tourist attractions. Nilaveli is situated on the North West of Trincomalee and has one of the best beaches. Tourist industry is blooming here once again after the end of the civil war. Airforce and domestic airport is found at China Bay in the South West part of Trincomalee.
Return to hotel. Enjoy the afternoon by the pool or with a rejuvenating spa treatment
Relax during the rest of the day. With the dawn of the night, go on an adventure seeking the Grey slender Loris. This nocturnal mammal who feeds on insects and berries, is species that could be found in Sri Lanka and India. Accompanied by a naturalist and equipped with a red light that reflects off the eyes of the creature, you will get the opportunity to observe the slender Loris close up.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Visit a local business. Witness the workings of the place, before making your way 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.
On arrival check in to hotel and relax.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Kandy.
In the evening, visit the Peradeniya Royal Botanic Gardens.
Peradeniya Botanical Garden is situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka and visited approximately 2 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 in found in the center of the garden. Go around the botanical garden on a buggy cart.
On completion, make your way to Helga’s Folly. Helga’s folly is a uniquely kitsch hotel located in Kandy. It is decorated and run by Helga De Silva Blow Perera, who inspired the famous song ‘Madam Helga’ by Stereophonics. Enjoy tea surrounded by Avant Garde murals, old photographs and random artifacts.
Return to hotel
Dinner & Overnight stay in Kandy.
Continue on to Nuwara Eliya, and go on a city tour of Nuwara Eliya.
Nuwara Eliya is a city, in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The city is considered to be the most important locations for tea cultivation and well known for its cool climate being the coolest area in Sri Lanka. Many of the buildings have still preserved features from the colonial period. Many private homes have also maintained their old English-style lawns and gardens. The town wakes up with many activities in April for the Sinhalese and Tamil New year. Main allure during April season include the motor and horse racing events.
You are booked on All Inclusive basis which includes Bed tea, full English or Sri Lankan breakfast, 3-course lunch or rice and curry (gourmet packed lunch if on excursion), traditional afternoon cream tea (scones, clotted cream; jams; cakes; sandwiches), pre-dinner cocktails, 4-course gourmet dinner, a selection of international wines, premium spirits & liqueurs, beer (Alcohol will not be served on Poya full moon days and other days prohibited by the Govt.), juice and soft drinks, tea & coffee, laundry, calls within Sri Lanka, the “Tea Experience” tea fields & factory tour with our planter –in-residence & bungalow amenities including Wi-Fi
Check in to the hotel.
AI basis & Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
You will take part in a Tea experience today
This is the essential Tea Trails experience. Our Resident Tea Planter will show you first hand the age-old tea making process. First, follow the trail of the planters of old Ceylon, as they trekked through the dense jungle looking for the best slopes on which to plant tea. Then on to watch the tea pluckers pick two leaves and a bud with deft hands.
Then to the factory where the all-important conversion to “made” black tea happens. The machinery used is of very traditional British design, some as old as 100 years. The process is a very artisanal one, unchanged for a century. The tour ends with a tasting of different grades of this great brew.
Later in the afternoon you can enjoy a rejuvenating Spa treatment
AI basis & Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Proceed to Elephant transit Home in Udawalawe. Udawalawe Park is situated in the border of the Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces of Sri Lanka. This park was opened to provide sanctuary to the wild animals displaced by construction of a reservoir. This is the best place to see wild elephants all through the year. Orphaned calves and adolescents are looked after until they are ready to be released to natural habitat by the ‘Udawalawe Elephant Transfer Home’ located within the Park. In addition to other animals, leopards, fishing and jungle cats could also be sighted on some days.
Continue the journey to Yala.
You will spend the overnight at a Campsite situated in the Yala National Park.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Yala.
Breakfast at the camp or at a picnic spot in the jungle
Enjoy a full day game drive in Yala National Park.
Yala National Park is located between Southern and Uva Provinces of Sri Lanka. It is the second largest park of the country and is also one of the earliest wild sanctuaries. The largest breed of leopards is found in this area. Probably sighting months of leopards are from January to July. Two prominent pilgrim sites are also situated within the park. The park was severely damaged during the 2004 Tsunami catastrophe.
Make your way back to the campsite.
Dinner & Overnight stay at campsite
Proceed to Koggala.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoy the evening by the pool or by beach with nice sunset cocktail
Dinner & Overnight stay in Koggala.
Today you travel to Galle to explore the Dutch architecture and get in Sri Lanka, not the usual Galle city tour you would expect
Galle the beautiful colonial town along the Southern Coast of Sri Lanka is a city that cannot be missed. Galle is popular for the 300-year-old fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 36-hectare fort was built by the Dutch in 1663, surrounded on three sides by the ocean. The streets within the fort are crammed with colonial remnants from the Dutch clock tower, Reform church and the commander’s house to the British coat of arms on the outer wall.
When you are in Sri Lanka and something you shouldn’t miss is the tuk tuk ride. Hop in to one proceed to Hotel Watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean in the southern provinces of Sri Lanka is one of the most picturesque experiences to have on the island. End you day on the south coast with a blast! We pick you up in afternoon, cruising about to totally unique beachside locations, enjoying local food, drinks and cultural treasures and finish things up at one of our amazing coastal sunset locations!
Dinner & Overnight stay in Koggala.
Sri Lanka is one of the world’s most important breeding spots for the endangered sea turtle, but heavy development of the coast has contributed greatly to their ever-declining number. To combat that trend, a number of hatcheries have opened along the southern coast
Proceed to the Galle Railway Station. Get onboard the Viceroy II which will transfer you to Colombo. Viceroy II is a refurbished colonial style train carriage that is either connected to daily trains that travel to Galle. Viceroy II provides clients travelling comfortable reclining seats with tables, fine dining, bar, high-end sound system and WIFI facilities.
After reaching Colombo, check in to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Colombo.
The busiest place in Sri Lanka is Colombo, the commercial capital of the country. Colombo is a beautiful city with modern high rise buildings amidst old colonial ones making it a picturesque place. Galle Face Green in Colombo, the favorite hangout spot for locals and tourists alike overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean and surrounded by tall beautiful buildings. Colombo is also a shoppers’ paradise with posh shopping malls and the famous Pettah market.
Return to hotel.
After a tour of Sri Lanka’s capital, we dine at the culinary hotspot, the Ministry of Crab. Owned by former Sri Lankan cricketers, Mahela Jayawardena and Kumar Sangakkara, this restaurant celebrates the country’s prized crustaceans, the giant Lagoon Crabs.
Dinner & Overnight stay in Colombo.
