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Cultural Highlights of Sri Lanka 6 Days, Private Tour

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Sri Lanka

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205345

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  • Operator:

    Aitken Spence Travel

  • Length:

    6 days

  • Group size:

    40 pax

  • Age:

    2 to 99

  • Difficulty:

    Difficulty levels:
    • Relaxing
    • Easy
    • Moderate
    • Serious
    • Heart-pumping
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Itinerary

This six-day cultural tour takes you to discover the enchanting central region of Sri Lanka. Visit ancient ruins with impressive architecture and imposing statues. Climb fifth-century fortresses and be inspired by fascinating temples and spectacular natural landscapes. Make a stop at a typical tea factory. In Kitulgala grab your gear and toss into the wild rapids for a seamless rafting challenge on white water or if hardcore adventurism is not for you, simply trek along the beaten track to admire the immaculate beauty of the wilderness.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL COLOMBO – SILVER TEMPLE – HABARANA (170km – 4hrs)

Meet and assist on arrival at Airport a representative and transfer from Airport to Silver Temple. Tucked away in beautiful rolling countryside, in a small village called Ridigama (Silver village) 15 km west of the Kandy - Dambulla highway, roughly equidistant between Matale and Kurunagala, hidden away behind is a small monastery cave temple of Ridi Vihara. The huge boulder that looms over the whole temple complex is home to the local wild bee population. Their nests bulge below the overhang. Savour dinner at the hotel. Please note alcohol will not be served in public areas in hotels and restaurants during religious holidays. Overnight in Habarana.

Start point

Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka

Day 2

HABARANA – SIGIRIYA – POLONNARUWA – HABARANA(120km – 3hrs)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Sigiriya. Step through the gigantic 'Lion Paws' - overlooking the symmetrical royal gardens below - to comprehend the absolute splendour 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. Evening visit to Polonnaruwa. Walk across its scattered walls of the World Heritage Site, blessed by stupas, resting Buddha statues, irrigation canals and fantastically carved Hindu sculptures, while observing the relic house which boasts beautiful stone carvings. Take a close glance and you will realize a subtle Hindu influence on architecture and statues found in Polonnaruwa, or sit by the side of Galviharaya and observe the absolute beauty gushing out of every bend of its huge Buddhist statues. Nissankamalla Council Chamber is, however, a head-spinning beauty to just sit back and observe with its swaying pillars reminding the aesthetics of a powerful kingdom which rests beside Parakrama Samudraya - the sea of Parakramabahu & masterpiece of irrigation! Return to the hotel for dinner. Overnight in Habarana.
Day 3

HABARANA – DAMBULLA – MATALE – KANDY (95km – 2.5hrs)

Indulge with breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Kandy. En-route visit Dambulla cave temple. 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. Transfer from Dambulla to Matale. Visit a spice garden in Matale. 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 some time idling on the hardened streets if you mean a real town adventure filled with voices and colours. Transfer from Matale to Kandy, visit Kandy city and evening witness the Kandy cultural show. 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 the latest and world-class brands, a bazaar, an arts & crafts centre, as well as a gem museum & lapidary. Walk-in colour 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. Savour dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Kandy.
Day 4

KANDY – PERADENIYA – TEA PLANTATION – NUWARA ELIYA (80 km – 2.5hrs)

Delight with breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Nuwara Eliya. On the way visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. First developed as a pleasure garden under royalty and later harmonized by the British, the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya - today bundled with the most welcoming facilities located just 4 miles off Kandy - is a flourishing national asset in the Wonder of Asia. Walk into this 147-acre bliss of an experience, passing well-tended lawns, pavilions & an octagon conservatory to be greeted by the vast expanse of a magnificently landscaped lush green turf which will encourage you for an exhilarating break. Towards the north of the entrance rests a cafeteria that one might come across before stepping into some of the highlights - the orchid house & giant Javan fig tree - of this place which overflow in grace. Next, visit a Tea Plantation. 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. Transfer from Tea Plantation to Nuwara Eliya. Savour dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5

NUWARA ELIYA – KITULGALA – COLOMBO (170km – 4.5hrs)

Wake up to a rich breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Colombo via Kitulgala. If adventure close to Colombo is your pick, then Kitulgala is your bliss! Grab your gear and toss into the wild rapids for a seamless rafting challenge on white water, thundering downstream throwing rafters far & wide. Hop from rock to rock upstream for a mind-blowing waterfall jump that should strain your voice to the core or slide down to the darkest depths of caves haunted by millions of bats. If hardcore adventurism is not for you, then simply trek along the beaten track to admire the immaculate beauty of the wilderness. Transfer from Kitulgala to Colombo - Evening visit Colombo city. 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. 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 trendiest shopping and hangout zones in Sri Lanka. Have a chilled beer at the Dutch Hospital while gazing through fancy windows showcasing the best fashion, jewellery & handicraft brands. Smell the scent of incense while listening to the chiming bells of Gangarama temple. Or, jazz up to Colombo's nightlife spiced by night clubs & casinos that borderline its bustle. Savour dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Colombo.
Day 6

DEPARTURE COLOMBO (35km – 1hr)

One last breakfast at the hotel and transfer from Colombo to the airport for departure.

End point

Katunayaka, Gampaha, Sri Lanka

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   What data do we collect?
   Reserving
   Whenever you (customer) make a tour reservation using Aitken Spence Travels Web Site, we collect the data that we require to make the reservation, particularly your (customer) name, telephone number and e-mail address (“contact details”), as well as your (customer) arrival and departure dates, the name of the hotel and the type of room reserved (“reservation details”).
   Contact
   General questions may be addressed to us using the Contact field. In order to be able to process your (customer) enquiries, we collect your (customer) contact details. This data is deleted again once the enquiry has been dealt with.
   Who gets my data?
   Whenever you (customer) make a reservation using Aitken Spence Travels Web Site, your (customer) reservation details are passed onto your (customer) chosen hotel to enable the reservation to be made. Apart from this, your (customer) data is not passed on to any third parties. Under no circumstances will Aitken Spence Travels Web Site sell or lend out your (customer) contact details. In exceptional circumstances, legal regulations, judicial or official orders may require us to hand data over to the relevant authority or court. However, this is only undertaken within the framework of our legal obligations.
   2. Information on data protection
   How safe is it to transfer data to Aitken Spence Travels Web Site?
   All data you (customer) provide to Aitken Spence Travels Web Site is encoded and transmitted using the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocol. This is a tried-and-tested system used by browsers the world over to encrypt data automatically before transmitting it to the intended recipient.
   How secure is my data on the Aitken Spence Travels Web Site database?
   We apply Aitken Spence Travels Web Site’s strict safety standards for our database and Internet server in order to provide effective protection against loss, misuse, divulgence, alteration and deletion of and unauthorized access to your (customer) data.
   3. Cookies
   What are cookies?
   Cookies are small pieces of information that your browser stores on your computer’s hard disk. They simplify reservation by automatically calling up frequently used data on sites you have already visited. You can set your computer to not store any cookies on your computer. However, this may prevent you using some of the functions we offer.

Questions
   You may ask to see your stored personal data at any time. You also have the right to correct, delete or (in the case of incorrect data) bar such data. Contact details should be amended under Aitken Spence  Travels Web Site. However, contractual and/or legal regulations, particularly those relating to accounting and payment, may prevent certain data from being deleted.

ONLINE RESERVATIONS

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

The above rates are net and include all government taxes totalling to 13%.
   These rates are subject to current Government taxes. If any taxes are revised including
   VAT the rates quoted will be revised accordingly.

Discount for children from 2-12 years sharing parents room-: 30% on the per
   person sharing double room rate

Discount for the 3rd person sharing a triple room-: 10% on the per person sharing
   double room rate

** Please note that the extra bed in a triple room will be a foldable and roll away
   bed.

THE ABOVE PRICE INCLUDE :
   •             Accommodation is as described on your tour proposal and listed dates along with the written meal plan in line for each day as agreed by you upon confirming the standard of room types and hotel standards as proposed on the tour proposal.
   •            Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle from Colombo to Colombo.  As per the sent itinerary.
   •             Acting for an on behalf of  Aitken Spence Travels  shall facilitate for purchase of tickets by way of  to enter destinations at Cultural Triangle and other important places. Aitken Spence Travels guests shall pay the appropriate sum of money for the purchase of tickets to Aitken Spence Travels Ltd and Aitken Spence Travels Ltd shall act as the custodian of this money. For this service, Aitken Spence Travels Ltd shall charge a commission plus appropriate indirect taxes from the guests as shown and explained in tour proposal.

ABOVE PRICES DOES NOT INCLUDE :

•             Video Camera permits at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
   •             Video Camera and Still Camera permits at the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy.
   •             Lunch throughout the tour.
   •             Entrance fees to sites.
   •             Christmas and New Years eve supplements at hotels.
   •             Supplement for accommodation in Kandy during Kandy Esala Perahera period. (July or August)
   •             Cost of ticket to view the Kandy Esala Perahera which will be held in Kandy.
   •             Cost of beverage throughout the tour.
   •             Expenses of a personal nature.
   •             Any other services not specified above.

OTHER CONDITIONS :
   Optional excursions and additional services could be provided for which we will charge additionally.
   Visits to wild life parks will be at client’s own risk.
   Safari vehicles (none air-conditioned) available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours).

CANCELLATION CHARGES  :
   Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 45 days or less before the event

SPECIAL ROOM REQUESTS:
   Where Special requests Eg : Room locations, Interconnecting /Adjacent rooms, Double/Twin beds, Smoking rooms & non smoking rooms etc are an important factor in the choice of holiday, please advice us when the booking is made. We will pass on your request to the hotel but cannot guarantee that it will be accommodated.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
   Unforeseen escalation in fuel prices, new taxes/levies on hotels and transportation services or any hikes in entrance fees. Any large tax hikes and new levies shall be payable extra and shall be billed accordingly with reasonable prior notice

If customer place a hotel reservation through Aitken Spence Travels acting on behalf of hotel and when the client cancels a reservation instead of contracting the hotel directly, he or she may contact the Aitken Spence Travels and receive a cancellation confirmation code. In this situation hotel cannot process “No –Show Transaction” when the client canceled the reservation according to the Aitken Spence Travels cancellation policy, and the client has the cancellation number. Failures in communication and Aitken Spence Travels must be resolved by the two parties without involving the card holder.

GENERAL REMINDER:

a) The programme is based on the availability of the hotel rooms at the time of forwarding the quotation. As such rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking.
   b)Due to high occupancy/demand, the hotels accept only the confirmed bookings.
   c) Once our proposal is accepted, the final confirmation will be forwarded along with the relevant overnight stays and itinerary. We will do our best to book the mentioned hotels or alternate similar category hotels.
   d) In case of any price fluctuations due to change of hotels, we will send a revised quotation.

HOTEL RULES AND REGULATIONS :

The official check-in time at all hotels will be 1200hrs – 1400 hrs ( depend on the hotel).
   The official check-out time at all hotels will be 1100hrs.

Hotel Check in/Check out times are fixed and there are no guarantee for early/late check in /out unless paid for.

Currency Conversion Policy
   This website accepts payments in Sri Lankan Rupees (Rs/LKR) and/or United States Dollars (US$) only.
   Please note that neither Aitken Spence Travels (Pvt) Ltd nor its owning Company it represents on this website will be liable for any exchange rate losses/gain due to any transactions/refunds processed, irrespective of customer’s credit/debit card currency.

Tour Details

Accommodation

5 night’s accommodation

Day 1, 2 Habarana

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oakray Elephant Lake or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Amaya Lake or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Kandalama or similar 5*

Day 3 Kandy

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oakray Regency or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Kandy or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Earl’s Regency or similar 5*

Day 4 Nuwara Eliya

  • Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Jetwing St Andrews or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Heritance Tea Factory or similar 5*

Day 5 Colombo

  • Standard Hotel Category = Fairway Colombo or similar 3*
  • Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Colombo or similar 4*
  • Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lakeside or similar 5*

Transport

Arrival and departure private transfer from/to Bandaranaike International Airport

Private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the tour

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included. 


Flights

International flights are not included. 


Additional Services

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Silver Temple, Sigiriya Rock, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Matale, Sacred Tooth Relic Template, Cultural Show, Botanical Garden in Peradeniya, Tea Plantation, Kitulgala White-Water Rafting

Meet & Greet

Government taxes

Additional Services

Visa fees

Domestic flights and International flights 

Lunches, available at an additional cost 

Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)

The guide is not available for the departure day

Optional tours (if any)

City tax not included, payable on the spot

Any visit not mentioned in the program

Porterage and gratuities  

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program

Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)

Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.


KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

  • Please note alcohol will not be served in public areas in hotels and restaurants during religious holidays

  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed. The official check-in time at all hotels will be 12:00 pm-02:00 pm (depend on the hotel). The official check-out time at all hotels will be 11:00 am

  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

  • Meals

    5 Breakfasts

    5 Dinners

    Guide

    Operated with English-speaking chauffeur-guide, other languages upon booking of the optional extra

    Good to know

    Currency

    LKR

    Sri Lanka Rupee

    Sri Lanka

    Customer reviews

    Operator

    4.4

    Faq Tour

    How can I book a tour?
    You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.
    Which payment options are available?
    We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.
    Can I change or cancel my reservation?
    Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
    What documents are required to participate in the tour?
    You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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