AIRPORT OR HOTEL PICK-UP / WELCOME TO SRI LANKA-!

Negombo - AYUBOWAN-! Welcome to Sri Lanka, the land like no other, and 8 days of explorations, showing
you the best of the ancient history and culture, the lush green tea estates and waterfalls, the
amazing wildlife, and the beautiful golden sandy beaches. Upon arrival at Colombo CMB airport,
you will meet your tour leader and you will be transferred to your hotel (we can pick you up from
any hotel at Colombo or Negombo as well). The first destination will be Negombo coastal town,
which has long been known as the most popular beach in Sri Lanka, famous for its golden sandy
beach, food, and fun.
DAY PLAN:
For day one, we haven’t planned any activity, thus you are free to arrive in Sri Lanka at any time.
If your flight arrives early in the day, relax on the beach and pool of your cozy hotel.
Evening, you may have a walk along the seashore while enjoying the beautiful sunset and the
pleasant evening atmosphere of the beachside.

CULTURAL VILLAGE TOUR / SIGIRIYA FORTRESS / PIDURANGALA

Dambulla - After enjoying a delicious breakfast with a hot cup of Sri Lankan tea or coffee, you will take a
wonderful journey across the stunning Sri Lankan countryside towards Dambulla city, which is the
central point of the cultural triangle on the island.
DAY PLAN:
En-route to Dambulla, you’ll stop at the Rehabilitation Center. Take the
opportunity to feed them.
Upon arrival at Dambulla, you’ll enjoy a wonderful cultural village tour while exploring the
beautiful It will start with a Bullock Cart ride, one
of the most ancient and prime transportation systems in Sri Lanka, still used in some villages.
While on the tour you will also enjoy a canoeing boat ride across the lake and a TukTuk ride
before reaching the farmer’s house where you will experience the typical Sri Lankan countryside
hospitalit.
Evening, you will visit Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE), since
it’s the best time to witness and capture the beautiful scenery of sunset from the sumit.

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - King
Kasyapa (477 – 495 BC) built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with
colorful frescoes. Known as one of the wonders of the world due to the amazing architecture &
technology being used.

GOLDEN CAVE TEMPLE / HISTORIC KANDY / CULTURAL SHOW

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - In the morning, proceed towards Kandy, the last Sinhalese kingdom. It’s set on a
plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and bio-diverse rainforests.
Kandy is also famous for its sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
DAY PLAN:
Early morning, join with the Pidurangala Rock hike to witness and take pictures of the sunrise.
After breakfast, visit the Royal Cave Temple and the Golden Buddha Statue Dambulla has the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex
in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 meters over the surrounding plains and houses 5 cave
temples with some of the most unique and significant historical drawings.
Afternoon, visit the temple of tooth relic (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE) and Kandy view
point.
Evening, you’ll enjoy on your own walking around Kandy’s city centre, including a tour of the
Central Market, before engaging with a cultural dance show which is inspired by Sri Lankan
arts, traditional dance and cultural heritage

ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDEN / HILL COUNTRY TEA PLANTATIONS

Victoria Park of Nuwara Eliya - After breakfast, you’ll enjoy a wonderful journey through the lush green tea plantations and the
waterfalls towards Sri Lanka’s tea region of Nuwara Eliya. It is often referred to as “Little England”
because many of the buildings in this city retain from the British colonial period, such as, the Hill Club, and the Town Post Office.
DAY PLAN:
Morning, visit the Museum; get to know more about the World-renowned and most prestigious
Sri Lankan gems and jewellery in a gem museum tour.
Thereafter, visit the Peradeniya Royal Garden, which is known as one of the best botanical
gardens in Asia.
En route to Nuwara Eliya, while driving through the cold misty hills, stop at a tea plantation. You’ll observe the rich tradition of processing the prestigious
brand of Ceylon tea kept alive up to date. Make sure to end your factory visit in style over a
perfectly blended cup of tea.
Afternoon, explore on your own while walking through Nuwara Eliya city center and the fruit and
vegetable market.

TRAIN JOURNEY INTO THE MOUNTAINS / ELLA

Ella Rock - DAY PLAN:
In the morning, you will enjoy a spectacular train journey from Nanu-Oya station to Ella village
(Train tickets will be arranged at the station / Class category is subject to availability). It is known
as one of the most picturesque hill country train journeys in the world.
Village walk, Ella is everyone’s favorite hill country village due to the fact that it’s a wonderful
nature-friendly location. Ravana waterfall and Nine Arch Bridge are the most popular sightseeing
attractions in Ella.

ELLA / WILDLIFE GAME DRIVE

Yala Safari Tour Operator - Yala Wild Safaris - Afterward, continue your journey towards Yala National Park, the largest and most stunning
national park in Sri Lanka. Enjoy a 4x4 jeep ride searching for leopards hanging on trees or
whispering through the bushes, crocodiles patrolling the river or wild elephants drinking water at
the river under the evening sunset.

RELAXING LEISURE DAY ON THE BEACH

Mirissa Beach - After a fantastic journey through the coconut and tea states, mountains and waterfalls, you will
finally arrive at the world-famous southern beachside of Sri Lanka. Mirissa/Unawatuna is a
delightful sandy beach that was a well-kept secret in the past, but now few restaurants and pubs
are opening up to visitors. It is also characterized by white sands and coconut palms growing right
from the edge of the sea as if in imitation of a postcard of the perfect tropical beach.
DAY PLAN:
En-route to Mirissa, stop at Hummanaya Natural blowhole. Caused when sea water rushes
through a submerged cavern and is pushed upwards. It is considered to be the second largest
blowhole in the world.
Upon arrival at your hotel, you may grab a towel to relax on the beach while enjoying a cocktail
or a chill beer under the shade of a palm tree.
Optional activities, Jet Ski, Banana & Tube Boating, Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Fishing & Deep
sea fishing are few among the popular list.

WHALE WATCHING / GALLE FORT / TURTLE HATCHERY

Galle Fort - After breakfast, you will be heading to Galle, a city well known for its Fort. It is the intersection where classic Dutch and British architecture
meets a tropical setting,
DAY PLAN:
Early in the morning, sit back to the beautiful golden sandy beach and jump into a boat for an
amazing ride on the sea to capture the blue whales and dolphins.
.Upon arrival to Galle, walk through Galle fort listening to the creaks of wooden saloon doors and
observe how European architecture mingles with South Asian traditions nowadays flooding
cultural enthusiasts on a global scale. Historical Galle Lighthouse stands proudly on the
southeast tip of the fort.
Afternoon, you’ll visit a turtle hatchery center where baby turtles learn to take their first swim
and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the ocean.
Next experience an amazing boat ride in “Madu” river through the mangroves.
Along the madu river on the boat you will arrive to Fish farm and if interested get to try Sri
Lankan fish therapy

COLOMBO CITY TOUR / AIRPORT OR HOTEL DROP-OFF

Colombo City Centre - After breakfast, you’ll visit Sri Lanka’s capital city of Colombo, which has an interesting history
running back to the fifth century. Even in ancient times, this was an important port city in the East
West sea trade. Nowadays it has become a bustling modern town with a unique atmosphere. The
colorful streets, restaurants and modern shopping malls attract hordes of locals and tourists alike.
DAY PLAN:
Upon arrival at Colombo, you have the opportunity to visit all the highlighted places in the city
such as Red Mosque, Gangarama temple, Independent square and so on..
Afterwards, Perhaps, you may pop into a famous and internationally renowned restaurant in
Colombo to end your trip over an unforgettable meal.
Thereafter, proceed to the airport in time for your return flight or we drop you back to your hotel
in Colombo or Negombo.

• Private transportation
• Chauffeur Driver
• One mineral water bottle per day
• Driver accommodation and meals
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Surcharges on fuel
• Parking fees

• Entrance fees for all the locations.
• Safari jeep cost
• Lunch
• Dinner

This unique 9-day journey strikes a perfect mix of historical and cultural experiences, natural beauties and wildlife, city exploration and beach relaxation. Experience the genuine warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality in our cozy hotels and resorts. Known for its diverse travel experiences, Sri Lanka offers everything a traveler would desire, from stunning beaches and majestic mountains to historical landmarks, vibrant wildlife, and a rich cultural heritage. Your multi-lingual tour leader has deep insights into all facets of this wonderful country and will guide you through numerous intriguing and exciting places, engaging you in the history and culture of Sri Lanka. We are confident that this will be a holiday to remember, one that will leave you with beautiful life-long memories. Sri Lanka is also friendly on the pocket, offering world-class experiences that don’t carry a world-class price tag.

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