EXPLORE SRI LANKA 15 DAYS

This is an exciting tour filled with thrills and adventure.Take a scenic train ride & do some trekking through mountainous terrain and dirt roads. Explore the back roads. Pass through rice fields and mingle with village folk.Includes all entrance fees to Sigiriya rock fortress, Polonnaruwa ruins, Anuradhapura ruins, Dambulla Cave Temple, Peradeniya Botanical garden, Kandy temple of tooth, Cultural Show, Tea factory, Minneriya Jeep safari, Yala Jeep safari, Colombo City Tour.
Covid-19 health & safety conditions apply.
​From AUD 1310.pp
CODE:STLW100EEXP15D
DAY 01: Airport/Negombo
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WELCOME TO SRI LANKA
Program for the day
  • Welcome at the airport arrival lounge by our representative
  • Transfer to your hotel in Negombo
  • Check in to hotel and relax
Accommodation Choices
Budget hotel: Beacons Beach/Goldi Sands ​
​Standard Hotel: Pledge Scape
Luxury Hotel: Jetwing Beach
MEALS: BREAKFAST
NEGOMBO 
Negombo - a famous fishing village North of Colombo. You will see a Dutch built Canal leading all the way to Colombo and the famous 17th century Dutch Fort bordering the beach. The canal itself is a hive of activity with all the fishermen traveling up and down in their adorned boats. This quaint town is also famous for its noisy fish market. ​​

DAY 02: Anuradhapura

Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Anuradhapura
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Visit Anuradhapura ancient ruins
  • ​Visit sacred bo-tree
  • Check into hotel & relax
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget hotel: Miridiya Lake Resort
​Standard Hotel: Heritage Hotel
Luxury Hotel: JETWING LAKE
ANURADHAPURA 
Anuradhapura. There is much to see in Anuradhapura. Most renowned and venerated is the sacred Bodhi tree which is perhaps the oldest living tree in the world. There are 8 major palaces, monasteries and monuments to explore. Cycle around the precincts and get a more relaxed view of the area.
DAY 03: Sigiriya
Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress​
  • Visit Polonnaruwa ruins
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Check into your hotel & relax
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget hotel: Sigiriya Village
Standard hotel: Amaya Lake
Luxury hotel: Heritance Kandalama
POLONNARUWA 
Sigiriya - The 5th century rock fortress is a world heritage listed site, built by King Kashyapa in (477-495 AD). The 'Lion Rock' as it is called, is a citadel of great beauty rising 200 meters from amidst the scrubs. Sigiriya was once a 70-hectare established town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens surround the base of this rock. You will see the world-renowned frescoes of the Heavenly Maidens' of Sigiriya, sheltered along the rock wall which is approachable via a spiral stairway. These frescoes are believed to be painted in earth pigments plastered on the wall. After descent from the fortress, continue your journey to Polonnaruwa.
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Polonnaruwa became the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993. You will be exploring  beautiful ancient palaces,temples, stupas and a large statue of a reclining Buddha.

DAY 04: Dambulla

Program for the day
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Visit Dambulla Cave temple
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Return to your hotel & relax
Overnight Hotel
​Budget hotel: Sigiriya Village
Standard hotel: Amaya Lake
Luxury hotel: Heritance Kandalama
DAMBULLA 
Dambulla stands as an isolated rock mass 500ft high and a mile around the base. This rock temple dates back to the First Century BC. The caves of Dambulla sheltered King Walagamba during his 14 years of exile from Anuradhapura. When he regained the throne he built a magnificent rock temple at this site, which is now heritage listed. ​Also known as the Golden temple remains well preserved throughout the centuries. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses and Hindu deities Vishnu and Ganesh. The buddha's first sermon and temptation by the demon Mara could be seen illustrated on the walls of the cave. Skeletal remains of pre-historic human burial sites have been discovered by archeologists in this cave dating back 2700 years.  ​​

​DAY 05: Kandy

Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Kandy
  • En route visit a spice garden (Optional)
  • ​Lunch own arrangement
  • Check into hotel & refresh
  • Visit Sacred temple Kandy
  • Attend a cultural dance performance
  • ​Return to your hotel & relax
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Hotel Suisse
Standard: Cinnamon Citadel
Luxury: Grand Kandyan
KANDY 
Kandy - Sri Lanka's hill capital. Once a stronghold of the Sinhala Kings, is a very beautiful and picturesque town. It is 488 meters above sea level and next to Colombo, is Sri Lanka's most visited city. The main attraction of this town is without doubt the golden roofed Sacred Temple where the Tooth Relic of the Buddha is enshrined. There are many shrines and temples in and around Kandy, showcasing rare paintings, frescoes, wood and stone carvings.

​DAY 06: Nuwara Eliya

Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Nuwara Eliya
  • Visit Labookellie tea factory
  • Visit tea plantation
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Check into hotel in Nuwara Eliya
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Queensbury Hotel
Standard: Araliya Red
Luxury: The Grand
NUWARA ELIYA 
Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations & Factory - The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coolest places in the Island, but it is really just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night. All around Nuwara Eliya you will see evidence of the British influence, houses like country cottages or Queen Ann style mansions. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic and is also good for Birding as you get some rare birds in this Park

DAY 07: Nanuoya/Ella/Haputale

Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Take the train from Nanuoya to Ella
  • Sit on the left side of train for most scenic views
  • Chauffeur will pick up at Ella station
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Visit nine arch bridge
  • Climb little Adams peak
  • Proceed to Haputale
  • Check into your hotel & relax
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Olympus Plaza Haputale
Standard: The Argle
Luxury: Dream cliff Mountain resort/Thotalagala Bungalow
haputale 
Haputale.  A beautiful town in the misty hills. Enjoy the scenic views and walks in this cool town. This quaint town is an ideal base for day trips and treks to Hortons plains.
Nanu Oya. Another quaint little town surrounded by the misty peaks of the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka. The Nanu Oya railway station is a popular spot for tourists to disembark and explore the scenic mountainous terrain. The station also serves as the junction for trains to branch off to the town of Udapussellawe. ​

DAY 08: Haputale

Program for the day
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Relax and do your own thing
  • Go trekking to Horton Plains (Optional) - Payment own arrangement
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Overnight hotel
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Olympus Plaza Haputale
Standard: The Argle
Luxury: Dream cliff Mountain resort/Thotalagala Bungalow
Trekking 
Haputale. A small town perched on a narrow mountain ridge with the land falling away steeply on both sides. Amazing views of the south coast on a clear day, At night the Hambantota lighthouse can be seen in the distance. Plenty of mist and cloud forests pass by as you gaze at nature's delights.. Trekking and hiking is a must do activity in these surroundings.

DAY 09: Yala

Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Yala
  • En route visit Buduruwagala
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Visit elephant rehabilitation centre
  • Proceed to Yala
  • Check into your hotel
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight Hotel
Budget: Elephant Reach Tissa
Standard: Hotel Chandrika
Luxury: Jetwing Yala
yala wildlife 
Yala wildlife park. This park is famous for the elusive leopard and spotting one could be a nightmare with all the jeeps rushing to spots where leopards have been sighted. You will also see many elephants, deer, sloth bear, crocodile, monkeys and endemic and migratory birds. The park is divided into 5 blocks. Block number one is famous for spotting a leopard.

DAY 10: Galle

Program for the day
  • Packed breakfast (6:00 am)
  • Do a wildlife safari at National Park
  • Check out of hotel
  • Proceed to Galle
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Visit Galle Dutch Fort
  • Check into hotel & relax
  • ​Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Fairway sunset
Standard: Thaproban Pavilion
Luxury: Hotel Riu/Amari Galle
GALLE Fort 
Galle Dutch Fort. Built in 1663, the fort still retains the atmosphere and charm of Dutch days. Many Old Dutch buildings are still intact inside the fort. The best way to see the fort is to walk around until it is time to watch the sunset. The Dutch Museum, which is housed in a restored Dutch mansion of the time, contains paintings, prints, documents, furniture and ceramics from the Dutch colonial era. Dutch Reformed Church, built by a Dutch Army officer in 1754 is a must see building.

DAY 11: Galle

Program for the day
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Relax and do your own thing
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight Hotel
​Budget: Fairway sunset
Standard: Thaproban Pavilion
Luxury: Hotel Riu/Amari Galle

DAY 12: Galle

Program for the day
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Relax and do your own thing
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • ​Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight Hotel
​Budget: Fairway sunset
Standard: Thaproban Pavilion
Luxury: Hotel Riu/Amari Galle

DAY 13: Colombo

Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Check out of hotel
  • Proceed to Colombo
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Do a city tour of Colombo
  • Check into your hotel & relax
  • Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Cinnamon Red
Standard:Cinnamon Lakeside/Marino Beach
Luxury: Shangri-la/Kingsbury/Hilton

DAY 14: Colombo

Program for the day
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Relax and do your own thing
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • ​Meals: Dinner/Breakfast
Overnight hotel
Budget: Cinnamon Red
Standard:Cinnamon Lakeside/Marino Beach
Luxury: Shangri-la/Kingsbury/Hilton
COLOMBO
Colombo, like many capital cities in developing countries is fast changing its face. Almost overnight, skyscrapers arise from where old buildings once stood. Yet in some parts, the old world charm is retained. For example, there is a 100-year-old clock tower and several British built colonial buildings. 

DAY 15:Depature

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HAVE A SAFE FLIGHT BACK HOME
Program for the day
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Check out at 11:00 am
  • Proceed to airport in time to catch your flight
  • Lunch own arrangement
  • Late night departures can request a day room at an extra cost.​

END OF TOUR

Included in our prices
​Our tour prices are inclusive of               
  • Accommodation in shared double room with private bathroom
  • Meals are as stated in the programme B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner
  • Transfers and tours with local English-speaking chauffeur guide in Confirmable A/C Car
  • All entrance fees to Pinnawala Elephant orphanage, Sigiriya rock fortress, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy temple of tooth, Cultural Show, Tea factory, Nine arch bridge, Little adams peak, Minneriya Jeep safari, , Yala Jeep safari,Elephant rehabilitation centre Udawalawe, Scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella.
  • Accommodation on twin share basis
  • All meals as per the tour itinerary​
  • Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking chauffeur/guide service
  • All Porterages and all government Taxes
  • All government taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED
Not included are
  • Optional tours
  • Surcharges for other language guides
  • Surcharges for Christmas & New Year Eve
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc.
  • Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
  • Drinks with meals
  • Compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advised at the time of booking
  • Electronic Travel authorisation fee for Visas upon arrival (Please note that an ETA is compulsory for nationalities besides nationals from the Republics of Singapore and Maldives)
  • Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme
  • International airfare, Visa fee and Travel Insurance
  • Tips
  • 25th & 31st December hotel supplements
  • Kandy perahera period compulsory hotel supplements
  • Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
IMPORTANT NOTES
​Please Note
  • For air ticket reservations, we require the guests’ full names AS THEY APPEAR IN THEIR PASSPORTS. Airfares and reservations are always subject to change until paid in full and ticketed.
  • Airfares are subject to increase without prior notice.
  • Please be advised that prices will be adjusted periodically in case of fuel price increase by our suppliers.
  • This is a quotation only and neither reservation for services nor hotel bookings have been made.
 
Cancellation policy
Refunds will not be given for unused or cancelled services after the tour arrangements have commenced.
 
FIT (Individuals): Cancellation charges are calculated from the day the written notification is received by the company or agent as a percentage of the net total tour price as shown plus any surcharges (e.g. ticketed air sectors, other penalties imposed by suppliers such as hotels):
  • Between 29 – 21 days prior to departure on tour: According to the costs incurred will be charged
  • Between 20 – 15 days prior to departure on tour: 25% of package price
  • Between 14 – 8 days prior to departure on tour: 50% of package price
  • Between 7 – 5 days prior to departure on tour: 75% of package price
  • 4 – 1 day prior to departure on tour or no show: 100% of package price
 
GIT (Groups): Cancellation of tours due to minimum number of participants will be advised 6 weeks before departure of the tour; in which case we will offer an alternative tour of a similar standard or a full refund. Cancellation policy for GIT bookings will be advised separately case by case.
 
Cancellation policy for hotel reservation only
  • Between 29- 21 days prior: 30% of accommodation price**
  • Between 20 days and 15 days prior to departure: 60% of accommodation price**
  • Between 14 days and 0 days prior to departure: 100% of accommodation price**
**Certain Hotels impose stricter cancellation policies which will be advised separately.
 
Payments by Credit Card: If the payments are made by credit card, the following charges will be added to your invoice value
  • Payment facilitation fee locally – 3.15%
  • On-line payment facilitation fee – 3.15%
 
Important notes
 
·       Most Museums are closed on Sundays, Mondays and public holidays. Colombo National Museum is open all 7days a week except on public holidays.
 
·       Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accident, natural disaster, political actions and unrest shall be borne by the tourists.
 
·       Poya holidays are observed on the day of each full moon. In general, Hindu and Buddhist festivals are declared according to local astronomical observations and it is often only possible to forecast the approximate time of their occurrence at short notice. On such days of religious reverence selling alcohol in public is illegal. However, at certain hotels the room bars remain accessible.
 
  • A number of smaller hotels or restaurants do not have liquor licenses. In most cases you are allowed to bring your own.
 
  • Programmes, prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of proposal submission and are subject to change thereafter without advance notice until all services have been paid in full.
 
  • We strongly advise to leave valuable items (money, passport, credit cards, jewelry, sensitive documents, laptop computer, etc.) in the hotel safe. During excursions and roundtrips, personal belongings, especially money and valuables should NEVER be left on vehicles, even during short breaks, and carried around at all times. Diethelm Travel Sri Lanka is not responsible for any loss or theft.
 
  • Due to ongoing rapid upgrades/developments of roadways and highways in Sri Lanka the times mentioned for transfers may take longer than estimated.
 
  • While driving overland, a short stop every 2 ½ hours is required by law in order that the driver can get a short break.
 
Terms
Valid from December 2016 - October 2017
Children below 3 free of charge - No extra bed
3 - 12 years old - 60% of adult fee ( Extra bed provided)
Payments 20% upon confirmation - balance 80% 35 days prior to arrival
No cancellation refunds
Travel agent reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary in case of unforeseen circumstances or natural disasters.
Emergency Contacts 
Airport Representative – 24-hour hotline (Mobile: 
Duty Manager – 24-hour hotline (Mobile: 
Operations Manager - Reg de Livera (Mobile +61 421 705 852)
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