Across The Best Sites Of Sri Lanka

AYUBOWAN-! Welcome to Sri Lanka, a land like no other, tour around the island exploring ancient history and culture, the lush green tea estates and waterfalls, the amazing wildlife, authentic foods and the beautiful golden sandy beaches.

DAY PLAN:

• 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 in Colombo or Negombo as well). The first destination will be Negombo coastal town (20min away from the airport), which has long been known as the most popular beach in Sri Lanka, famous for its golden sandy beach, food, and fun.
• 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 at the beach and pool of your cosy hotel.
• Evening, you may have a walk along the seashore while enjoying the beautiful sunset and the pleasant evening atmosphere of the beachside.

Overnight stay at Ruvisha Beach Hotel Or Similar

After a delicious breakfast with a hot cup of Sri Lankan tea or coffee, you will enjoy a wonderful drive through the amazing countryside towards Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka has a rich heritage and Anuradhapura is one of the greatest and oldest civilizations in the world. It was the first capital, ruled by 113 kings for over 1000 years.

DAY PLAN:

• En route to Wilpattu, visit Munneshwaram Hindu Kovil. 
• One of the main attractions in Anuradhapura is Ruwanweliseya, a monument built in 140 BC that embodies the culture, heritage, and supremacy of the strongest kingdom in Sri Lankan history. 

Overnight stay at Miridiya Lake Resort Or Similar

After breakfast, you'll travel towards the eastern coast of Sri Lanka and you will visit the city of Trincomalee. It is an amazing multicultural town with lovely places such as Nilaveli Beach, Pigeon Island, and Koneswaram Kovil. With its white sand and gentle waves, Trincomalee Beach is the ultimate getaway for those who desire a relaxing vacation in Sri Lanka. Here you will experience quiet bliss in a tropical heaven, far away from the busy and chaotic life. 

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Overnight stay at Anantamaa Hotel or similar

DAY PLAN :

• In the morning, hit back to the beautiful golden sandy beach and jump into a boat for an amazing ride on the sea to explore Pigeon Island (Note: weather conditions of the sea may subject to cancel the boat ride, thus optional places may suggest).  The island possesses a 200m long and 100m wide coral reef with over 100 species of exquisite corals making it an unmatched live coral reef, unlike any other in Sri Lanka. It is considered an ecosystem high in biodiversity. Pigeon Island has made it a favourable feeding and breeding ground for over 300 species of coral reef fish, creating a colourful symphony. This underwater fantasy is a piece of heaven for those interested in scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing. 

Overnight stay at Anantamaa Hotel or similar

After breakfast, you will proceed to Polonnaruwa ancient city (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). Sri Lanka has a rich heritage and Polonnaruwa is one of the greatest and oldest civilizations in the world. It was the second capital, ruled by 56 kings for over 8000 years. The city was fortified with three concentric walls, beautified with parks and gardens and sanctified by many shrines. A unique Irrigation complex watered the city as well as the surrounding plains helping in agriculture which made the island "the Granary of the East”. 

DAY PLAN:

• Cycling through Polonnaruwa ancient sites is a wonderful experience. 
• Afternoon, you will be heading to Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park for an afternoon 4x4 jeep safari, since it is the best time to spot wild elephants in their natural habitat. If you're up for a serious rumble in the jungle, then Minneriya/Kaudulla is your ideal destination! Spreading over 8800 hectares, this park is mainly a sanctuary for elephants. It is always a pleasure to watch baby elephants playing at the lake under the evening sunset.

Overnight stay at Sigiri Asna Resort or similar

After breakfast, 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 : 

• After breakfast, visit Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE).  Sigiriya refuses to reveal its secrets easily; in fact, you have to climb a series of vertiginous staircases to reach the top. On the way, you’ll pass quite remarkable frescoes and a pair of colossal lion paws carved into the bedrock. 
• Thereafter, You'll engage with a wonderful cultural village tour while exploring the beautiful countryside. It is a great opportunity to get close to a unique local culture & life style of Sri Lankan people. It will start with a Tuk Tuk ride and a catamaran boat ride across the lake before reaching the farmer’s house where you will experience a Sri Lankan curry cooking demonstration & authentic countryside food.
• Thereafter, head back to your cosy hotel and relax. If you are interested, you could experience an Ayurvedic herbal massage at your hotel.

Overnight stay at Sigiri Asna Resort or similar

DAY PLAN :

• After breakfast, visit the Royal Cave Temple and the Golden Buddha Statue (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). Dambulla has the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Climb up and explore the houses of 5 cave temples with some of the most unique and significant historical drawings. 
• Afternoon, visit historic Kandy city, the capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforests. Kandy is also famous for its sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). 

Overnight stay in Swiss Hotel Kandy Or Similar

DAY PLAN :

• After breakfast, you will visit Tiesh gem museum; Get to know more about the world renowned and most prestigious Sri Lankan gems and crafting in the museum tour.
• Next; you will visit the Peradeniya Royal Garden, which is known as one of the best botanical garden in Asia. 
• Thereafter, 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 Queen's Cottage, the General's House, the Grand Hotel, the Hill Club and the Town Post Office.   
• While driving through the cold mist hill's, stop at a tea plantation, step into a tea factory to observe the rich tradition of processing the prestigious brand of Ceylon Tea that kept alive up to date. Make sure to end your Tea factory visit in style over a perfectly blended cup of tea. 

Overnight stay at Highland stone Bungalow Nuwara Eliya Or Similar

In the morning you will enjoy a spectacular train journey from Nanu-oya station to Ella village. It is known as one of the most picturesque hill country train journeys in the world (train tickets included, will be arranged at the station) Ella is everyone’s favorite hill country village due to the fact that it’s a wonderful nature-friendly location. 

DAY PLAN :

• Nine Arch Bridge is a major tourist attraction in Ella, a massive bridge built entirely of solid rocks, bricks and cement without using a single piece of steel. The bridge was finally commissioned in 1921. Ella is a great place for walking and climbing and its most famous trekking route is to “Little Adam’s Peak”. 
• Evening, you could chill out at the village center where there are lots of restaurants, pubs and evening entertainments. 

Overnight stay at O2 Ella Hotel Or Similar

After breakfast, depart from Ella towards Yala National Park, the largest and most stunning national park in Sri Lanka. Thanks to a river running through it, Yala National Park is divided into two sections. Because the river makes crossing to the other side difficult, Yala is really treated as two separate parks. But that doesn’t change the fantastic offerings! Encompassing a range of diverse ecosystems, the park has an impressive variety of wildlife, including sloth bears, leopards, and lots of colorful birds.

DAY PLAN:

• Early morning, join with a trekking to Ella Rock to capture the sunrise (optional activity).
• After breakfast, depart from Ella towards Yala National Park, En-route to Yala, stop at Ravana waterfall, another popular sightseeing attraction in Ella.
• Afternoon, enjoy a 4x4 jeep ride searching for leopards hanging on trees or whispering through the bushes, crocodiles patrolling the river or baby elephants drinking water and playing around under the evening sunset

Overnight stay at Hotel Tamarind Tree Or Similar

After a fantastic journey through the coconut palms, mountains and waterfalls, you have finally arrived at the world-famous beachside of Sri Lanka. Hikkaduwa is a delightful sandy beach that was a well-kept secret in the past, but now more restaurants and pubs are opening up to visitors. It's a magnificent place characterized by white sands and coconut palms growing right from the edge of the sea as if in imitation of a postcard of a perfect tropical beach. 

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DAY PLAN:

• 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 lis

Overnight stay at Coral Rock by Bansei Hotel or similar

DAY PLAN :

• After breakfast, your tour leader will drive you along the southwest coast towards Galle, a city well known for its Fort (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). It is the intersection where classic Dutch and British architecture meets a tropical setting, creating a vivid atmosphere in beauty. Walkthrough the streets 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. 
• Thereafter, you’ll visit a turtle hatchery centre where baby turtles learn to take that first swim and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the wild. 

Overnight stay in Coral Rock by Bansei Hotel Or Similar

DAY PLAN :

• After breakfast, you’ll visit the 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 colourful streets, restaurants and modern shopping malls attract hordes of locals and tourists alike. 
• At Colombo, you have the opportunity to visit the most highlighted places in the city and do some last-minute shopping as well.  Perhaps, you may intend to pop into a famous and internationally renowned restaurant in Colombo to end your trip over an unforgettable meal.  

Overnight stay in Fairway City Hotel Colombo Or Similar

After breakfast, proceed to the airport in time for the return flight Or we drop you back to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo to end this wonderful tour across the island.