Beauty Of Sri Lanka

Beauty Of Sri Lanka

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$2000

Beauty Of Sri Lanka

5 Days Starting in Rambukkana, Sri Lanka and ending in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Visiting: Pinnawala, Matale, Habarana, kandy, Sigiriya, Nuwara Eliya, Colombo, Katunayake

Tour operator:

Explore Vacations

Tour code:

SL004

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 14

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

6-65

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Budget

Activities:

Sightseeing

Private Available:

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From: $2000

NB: Prices correct on 18-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Just located southeast of India, Sri Lanka is a hidden gem of the Indian Ocean. Sri Lanka, known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean, is a country endowed with a glorious historical and cultural heritage that spreads through centuries. It is an island distinct from any other country, which is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty and attractions. The depth and diversity of its natural beauty, ranging from the blue ocean and the golden sands to the emerald green mountains and its fauna and flora have enthralled travellers. Apart from all other beautiful natural features, Sri Lanka is best known for its beaches.

Highlights

  • Pinnawala Elephant Breeding Center

  • Sigiriya

  • Kandy cultural Show

  • Temple of the tooth Relic

  • Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple

  • Ramboda Waterfall

  • Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations

Places You'll See

Sigiriya

Pinnawala Elephant Breeding Centre

Cultural Dance Show

Nuwara Eliya Cool Climate

Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantation

Ramboda Waterfall

Ramboda Waterfall

Colombo

Colombo

Colombo

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival - Pinnawala - Habarana

Location: Pinnawala, Bandaranaike International Airport

Accommodation: Hotel, Resort

Accommodation Name: Habarana Village By Cinnamon

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, please clear immigration & visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs.
Explore Vacations Representative will page you by your name. Thereafter you will be assisted to the Coach Park to begin your journey as per the itinerary.

Visit the silent giants at the Pinnawala Elephant Breeding Centre.
It is known as an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for Wild Asian elephants located at Pinnawala Village. Pinnawala has the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In 2023, there were 71 elephants, including 30 males and 41 females from 3 generations, living in Pinnawala.

Day 2 : Habarana - Sigiriya - Matale - Kandy

Location: Matale, Habarana, kandy, Sigiriya

Accommodation: Hotel, Resort

Accommodation Name: Amaya Hills

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Sigiriya
Sigiriya is one of the most popular tourist attractions. This ruined, 5th century city has some extraordinary features, including moat and wall fortifications, elaborately landscaped gardens, and a monastery. It is an ancient rock fortress and palace built by King Kashyapa. It considered to be one of the most valuable historical monuments in Sri Lanka, has long been renowned as an architectural wonder of urban planning and engineering, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982.
• Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Halfway up this rock are the world-famous frescoes of the ‘heavenly maidens of Sigiriya’ remnants of a gallery of frescoes.
• Proceed to Kandy via Matale.
• Visit a Spice Garden where you can get the experience of Sri Lankan lush spice and herbal garden feature and many important herbs such as Sandalwood, Margosa, Cocoa, Citronella, Almond, Jasmine and Coconut.
• Arrive in Kandy.
• Witness the cultural dance show including fire walking.
• Check in to a hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 : Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

Location: Nuwara Eliya

Accommodation: Hotel, Resort

Accommodation Name: Araliya Green Hills

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

KANDY: The city is known for being the last capital of the ancient Sri Lankan era of Kings. It is the religious as well as administrative city of Sri Lanka. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforest. It is known as a pilgrimage destination for the Temple of the Tooth Relic (a sacred tooth of the Buddha), a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Kandy is a sacred city, due to the importance and spiritual significance of this temple.
• Participate for pooja ceremony at Temple of Tooth Relic, which safe keeps the Lord Buddha’s Tooth Relic venerated by the Buddhists all over the world.
• City tour of Kandy including a stopover at a Gem Museum & lapidary.
• Proceed to Nuwara Eliya through mountains and lush green tea plantations.
Nuwara Eliya is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its name means "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". Nuwara Eliya is well known as the “Little England” located at an altitude of 1868m with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. Nuwara Eliya's European-style environment is a result of the city once being a retreat for colonial planters and high-society.
• En route, visit shri Bhakta Hanuman Hindu Temple Ramboda
• Witness Ramboda Waterfall
• Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and check in to a hotel.
• In the evening visit fruit and vegetable market in Nuwara Eliya.
• Check in to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 : Nuwara Eliya - Colombo

Location: Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo

Accommodation: Hotel, Resort

Accommodation Name: The kingsbury

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Colombo via Hatton and Talawakele

• En route, visit tea factory to see how tea is process and you can enjoy a cup of world-famous Ceylon tea.

• Arrival in Colombo, and Check in to a hotel
• If time permit, enjoy Colombo City tour- shopping
• Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5 : Colombo - Departure To Airport

Location: Colombo, Katunayake

Today marks the end of your tour. Transferring to Airport

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    04 Nights hotel accommodation in above hotels or similar in DBL/Twin rooms.

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    Meeting and Assistance at the airport

  • Fully Guided

    English speaking chauffer

  • Meals

    Meals on HB Basis (Breakfast and Dinner).

  • Transport

    A/C car for all airport transfers & sightseeing as per program

What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

    Entrance tickets, Monument & museum fee as per program, Jeep Charges, Lunches.

    Peak Period Supplements (01St – 31st August 2023 - Kandy Parade Supplement) Supplement for Italian Speaking Chauffeur Guide / Language National Guide.

    Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.

    Personal expense in items such as laundry, soft drinks, Camera Charges, Bottle water, Incidentals, Portage, Bellboy charges tips or any other services

  • Insurance

    Not Included

  • International Travel

    Airfare Not included

  • Optional

Mode of Transport

AC Car / Van / Mini Couch- According to the pax count

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Check out our Q&As

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3-5 Star Hotels

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • What is the maximum group size?

    14

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

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Friday - Tuesday

Feb 28, 2025 - Mar 04, 2025
$2000

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  • Low Deposit

    Explore Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of explore vacations charges.

    At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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