Valid for daily arrival at Colombo.
Private Service.
2 To Go Ground Package (minimum 2-3 adults per booking).
4 To Go Ground Package (minimum 4-5 adults per booking).
6 To Go Ground Package (minimum 6-8 adults per booking).
Arrive in Sri Lanka you will be welcomed by a representative. Proceed to hotel for check in.
*Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Negombo : All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon.
Deluxe Category: Goldi Sands or Pegasus Reef Beach Hotel or similar category
Super Deluxe Category: Jetwing Sea/Beach/Blue/Lagoon or Arie Lagoon or similar category
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive about 4.5 hours journey proceed to Sigiriya.
First, visit to Dambulla - In the city of Dambulla lies a hub which has been treasured by many kings since the 1st century B.C. Today, an icon in the face of Sri Lanka, Dambulla Rock Temple houses some of the most unique drawings in magnificently constructed 5 cave temples flanking the golden temple of Dambulla. Observe how exquisitely cave paintings are done along walls that shelter 150 statues of Lord Buddha. As you enter the retreat, look straight up to the gigantic Buddha statue glittering in gold over a land, which today houses an important junction in the country's economic and cultural uplifting.
Lunch at a Restaurant.
Leave for Sigiriya Rock you may join the optional to enter Sigiriya Rock Fortress if time permitted (Entrance – USD 30 per person at travelers expenses). The 5th century rock citadel of King Kasyapa and World Heritage Site - Sigiriya - doesn't only boasts of ancient Sri Lankan engineering & urban planning supremacy but also acclaims to be one of the finest monuments of art & culture. Step through the gigantic 'Lion Paws' - overlooking the symmetrical royal gardens below - to comprehend the absolute splendor that once dominated this rock fortress. Surrounded by ramparts & moats the Lion Rock - resembling the mythological 'City of Gods' - is coated by frescoes that relate to Gupta style paintings found in Ajanta caves of India. Walk in the shade of an eminent 'mirror wall' embracing the Western face of Sigiriya representing an artistic hundred meters laminated with graffiti. Wander into the well-fabricated museum downstairs for an epic journey of yesteryears to realize how the citadel floated above citizens with the castle, ponds and irrigation systems that pumped water right onto its summit with an ingenious hydraulic system describing a colossal masterpiece of the great king which remained a wonder in Asia for centuries.
Check in to the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Sigiriya or Dambulla.
*Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Sigiriya or Dambulla: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon.
Deluxe Category: Tropical Life Resort or Hotel Sigiriya or similar category
Super Deluxe Category: Habarana Lodge or Amaya Lake or similar category
After breakfast proceed to Kandy. En route visit a Spice Garden in Matale - An agricultural zone in the Central Province, Matale seldom drops off the maps due to its remarkable contribution through flagship crops of the island extending from tea, rubber & vegetables to spices. Spearheading the Rebellion back in 1848, Matale today takes immense pride in its story woven around spices. Stop by the side of a spice garden - into which you will be most welcome - and observe the therapeutic values of spices & processes over a refreshing cup of herbal tea! Or spend sometime idling on the hardened streets if you mean a real town adventure filled with voices and colors.
Lunch at a Restaurant.
City tour of Kandy - Last ruled by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe - before it was brought under the British rule in 1815, Kandy - the World Heritage Site & last royal capital of Sri Lankan kings - crafts an array of culture, history and heritage in the minds of visitors across the globe. Experience an ancient Kandyan legacy engraved around its crown jewel, the temple of the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha. A stroll across this small lakeside town - cradled among the misty hills - will feature the Kandy City Centre - bundled with latest and world class brands, bazaar, an arts & crafts centre, as well as a gem museum & lapidary.walk in color as you glide through fresh fruits and vegetables in the Kandy market. Fine tube your evening by stepping to the beat of traditional music & drumming amplified by a cultural show enhancing the rich and vibrant culture of the Wonder of Asia, Sri Lanka.
Check into the Hotel. Dinner and Overnight Stay at a Hotel in Kandy
*Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Kandy: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon.
Deluxe Category: Swiss Residence or Topaz Hotel or similar category
Super Deluxe Category: Earls Regency or Amaya Hills or similar category
After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya. En route visit Tea Plantation Sri Lanka, Tea and Tourism are words which cannot be separated. Take a tour to the cold & misty hills that take pride of an ultimate tea tour, covering lush green blankets of tea plantations. Or just step into a tea factory processing the prestigious brand of Ceylon Tea, to observe a rich tradition kept alive up to date. As you observe the hissing and swishing of machines, inhaling the heavenly scent arising from these facilities, make sure to end your day in style over a perfectly blended cup of pure Ceylon Tea.
Lunch at a Restaurant.
City tour of Nuwara Eliya / Visit Lake Gregory - Misty steep roads, twisting through lush green blankets of tea bushes in a cool climate, remind visitors that they are within the range of the renowned British colonial retreat, Nuwara Eliya. Augmented by an English countryside atmosphere, the city of light - once governed by English & Scottish planters - is still studded with colonial bungalows, hedgerows & one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in the world. A hike through the green grass and red-brick walls should present breathtaking views of a buzzing countryside hamlet. Drive through green valleys of the hill country pierced by endless waterfalls & dotted by tea pluckers draped in bright-colored saris. Or rent a bike for a gentle ride along the banks splashed by the waters of Lake Gregory.
Check into the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at a Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
*Remarks for Hotel Accommodation in Nuwara Eliya: All hotels standard check in time is 1400-1500pm afternoon.
Deluxe Category: Araliya Green Hills or Mirage King Cottage or similar category
Super Deluxe Category: Araliya Green Hills or Black Pool or similar category
Breakfast serve at hotel, drive back to Colombo (around 5.5 hours journey). Lunch will be served at local restaurant.
City tour of Colombo - The throbbing metropolis, Colombo - located in the West - is not only the country's commercial capital, but also the turbine that impels above 50% of the national GDP flanking Colombo's fancy urban development effort. Drive along the clean streets edging the crystal white Race Course - horse racing hub in 1893 & World War II airstrip - furnished today with lavish clothing, food & tea boutiques. Meanwhile, ride to Pettah & tune into the Floating Market - an offbeat shopping experience - or feel the buzz surrounding the upcoming inspiration, the Colombo Port City - an offshore city - featuring parks, commercial complexes & even an F1 track! Head along Bauddhaloka Mawatha towards 'Arcade' facing a historic waypost, the Independence Square. Every designer boutique, top-notch cuisine outlet and even the 'walk-over fish tank', have revamped this colonial masterpiece into one of the rendiest shopping and hangout zones in Sri Lanka. Have a chilled beer at the Dutch Hospital while gazing through fancy windows showcasing best fashion, jewelry & handicraft brands. Or, jazz up to Colombo's night life spiced by night clubs & casinos that borderline its bustle. If you're lucky, head into an exhibition at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) before swaying your head to an opera or play at Nelum Pokuna that should just drive your day into perfection!
Dinner at a Restaurant. Thereafter proceed to Airport for the flight back.
ITEM | ADULT | CHILD |
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Agency Collection Fee | 30.00 | 30.00 |