Budget Tour Sri Lanka - 8 Days

CODE: LWT/AIT/SIC/8D

Spend less and see the best. This tour might be ideal for you if you are short of time and want to spend less when you are globe trotting.

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DAY 01: Arrival & Transfer to Negombo

On arrival in Sri Lanka you will be met by our chauffeur guide who will assist with your transfer to your hotel.
After you have checked in to your hotel you are free to relax.
Should you have time to spare you can do a city tour, check out the Dutch churches, take a boat ride along the Dutch cannal or laze on the golden sands. Negombo was an important port during the colonial periods. In the late 17th century the Dutch built a network of canals, over 100km in length, that were used to transport cinnamon and other spices from inland plantations to the coast.

Overnight Hotel: Goldi Sands (Standard Room)

Goldi Sands Hotel

DAY 02: Negombo/Dambulla/Sigiriya
Drive approximately 4.5 hours

After breakfast proceed inland until you reach Dambulla.
You will pass Kurunegala’s towering Lord Buddha statue, rice fields, rubber and coconut plantations.

Visit Dambulla cave temple. The Dambulla cave temple, is a World Heritage Site and is the largest, preserved cave temple complex in the country. It is believed that King Valagambahu converted these caves into a temple during the 1st century BC. These caves contain statues and paintings that chronicle Lord Buddha and his life. There are 153 Lord Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan Kings and 4 statues of Gods and goddesses a this site.

Overnight Hotel: Kassapa Lion Rock (Standard Room)

Kasappa Lion Rock Hotel

Dambulla Cave Temple

DAY 03: Sigiriya/Polonnaruwa/Sigiriya
Drive approximately 1.5 hour

After breakfast climb the Sigiriya Lion Rock.
Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress of historical and archaeological significance. This rock is nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high. According to the chronicle Culavamsa this site was selected by King Kasyapa (477 – 495 CE) to build his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock. You can observe colourful frescoes of topless maidens of the king up the stairway to the mirror wall. After the king's death this palace was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century. Sigiriya is now a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. You might find it an interesting place to visit.

Next, you will visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, another historic site which is world heritage listed.

Polonnaruwa was declared the capital of Sri Lanka by King Vijaybahu the 1st following the decline of Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura was the first capital of the kingdom which was frequently invaded by the Cholas from India. King Vijayabahu defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 and shifted the capital to Polonnaruwa to prevent further invasions. The new city came into prominence under the reign of King Parakramabahu the 1st who oversaw the construction of one of the greatest irrigation systems the country has ever seen, the Parakrama Samudhra which covers an area of 6,000 acres. What you will see today are the ruins of the Royal Palace and various buildings and structures in the area. Other highlights of this city are the Gal Viharaya which has 3 splendid statues of the Buddha in 'Upright', 'Sedentary' and 'Recumbent' postures. the Audience Hall, the Lotus Bath, the statue of King Parakramabahu. The former Temple of Tooth Relic, Shivan Temple, Lankathilake, Watadage, Galpotha, and Kiri Viharaya are attractions not to be missed.

Overnight Hotel: Kassapa Lion Rock (Standard Room)

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Reclining Buddha Polonnaruwa

Lankathilake Polonnaruwa

Day 04: Sigiriya/Kandy
Drive approximately 3.5 hours

After breakfast leave for Kandy. Take a brief stop (Optional) to visit a spice garden in Matale. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed. Please note you are not obliged to purchase spices here. Get a bargain if you can.
Proceed to the next World Heritage Site which is situated in the hill town of Kandy. The splendid city was the last capital of the Sri Lankan Kings, before the country was brought under British rule in 1815. Famous for its rich heritage and splendour, this magnificent city was last ruled by Sri Wickramarajasinghe.
On March 2, 1815 the Kingdom was ceded to the British and Sri Vikrama Rajasinha was deposed and taken as a royal prisoner by the British to Vellore Fort in southern India. He lived on a small allowance given to him with his two queens by the British Government. He died of dropsy on January 30, 1832 aged 52 years. The Temple of the Tooth Relic of the buddha is the most significant highlight of the city along with the Kandy lake, the town and other attractions.

Overnight Hotel: Hotel Thilanka (Standard Room)

Kandy Lake with temple view

King Sri Wickrema Rajasinghe

Capture of HM Rajasinha in 1815.

Day 05: Kandy
Stay in Kandy another night

After breakfast visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
The Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya covers approximately 147 acres and attracts over 2 million visitors annually. It is home to over 4,000 species of plants including some very beautiful orchids. This magnificent garden dates back to the time of King Wickramabahu the 3rd in 1371. Besides the plethora of plants, the famous Avenue of Palms and the Cannonball Tree planted by King George the 5th of the United Kingdom are key highlights.

Overnight Hotel: Hotel Thilanka (Standard Room)

Thilanka Hotel Kandy

Day 06: Kandy/Nuwara Eliya
Approximately 2.5 hours drive

After breakfast leave for the picturesque town of Nuwara Eliya, visiting a tea plantation and a tea factory on the way. The best tea in the world is produced in this hill town.

Check out how the tea that is plucked and graded as you walk through the manufacturing process. The highlight of your visit will be enjoying the taste of a cup of pure Ceylon tea and enjoying the views of the surroundings.

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight Hotel: Galway Forest Lodge (Standard Room)

Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantation

Galway Forest Lodge

Day 07: Nuwara Eliya/Kitulgala/Bentota
Approximately 6 hours dirve

After breakfast proceed to Bentota. Enroute visit Kitulgala. A small town situated in the wet zone-rain forest area. The Academy Award-winning film "The Bridge on the River Kwai", was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala. The area is now famous for white water rafting and trekking. Bicycle rides are possible here. You can take part in water rafting (Optional)..Payment direct for rafting.

Continue to Bentota for a refreshing beach stay.

Overnight Hotel: The Surf Hotel (Standard Room)

Water Rafting Kitulgala

Day 08: Bentota/Airport
Approximately 5 hours dirve

After breakfast leave for Colombo. Do a city tour, some shopping for souvenirs and walks around the City. Your chauffeur will drop you at the airport in time for your departure.

We wish you a memorable holiday in Sri Lanka. Thank you for choosing Leisure World Tours for your holiday.

Have a pleasant journey back home.
Ayubowan!...and Bon Voyage..

Surf Hotel Bentota

End of Tour

Inclusions

Accommodation in standard rooms on BB basis for 7 nights start with Breakfast on day 02 ending with Breakfast on day 8 at hotels specified or of similar standard.
Cost of English Speaking Chauffeur Guide
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle through-out the tour.
Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa City Tour, Dambulla Rock Cave Temple, Kandy Temple and Botanical Garden.

Not Included in this quote

Lunch and dinner throughout the tour.
Compulsory Christmas & New year Eve Supplement.
Compulsory Kandy Perahara supplement during the Perahera period.
Cost of beverage throughout the tour.
Entrance fees to site not mentioned above
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 extra.
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

21 days or less - 100% cancellation charge
Between 22 days and 28 days - 50% cancellation charges or the equivalent of the first two days charges depending on the programme and period of stay.
Above 29 days - No cancellation charges provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties.

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

General Reminder

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
Due to high occupancy/demand, the hotels accept only the confirmed bookings
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.
In case of any price fluctuations due to change of hotels, we will send a revised quotation

Hotel Rules & 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.

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