SPECIAL TOUR SRI LANKA 12 DAYS
Enjoy a scenic journey. Relax and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle, chauffeur driven for you. You do not have to worry about meals and entrance fees to sites specified in the itinerary. We have planned it all for you. Just stay cool and relax as you journey through the Cosmopolitan City of Colombo to the laid back towns where the scenery and culture will captivate your attention. Have a great holiday!
CODE:ST12D100E
DAY 01: ARRIVAL/NEGOMBO
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Welcome to Sri Lanka. Our representative will meet you at the arrival lounge. Transfer to your hotel in Negombo Check in to your hotel & relax MEALS: BREAKFAST OVERNIGHT: BEACON BEACH NEGOMBO Driving time approximately 30 mins |
WHAT YOU SEE IN 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. Further along the seashore you will see fishermen dragging their nets ashore. Quite a spectacle to watch from the noisy fish market.
DAY 02: POLONNARUWA
Driving time approximately 5 hrs
POLONNARUWA RUINS
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OVERNIGHT: HOTEL SIGIRIYA |
DAMBULLA/POLONNARUWA
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.
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.
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 03: TRINCOMALEE
Driving time approximately 3 hours
BEACH STAY
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OVERNIGHT: TRINCO BLUE |
SIGIRIYA/TRINCOMALEE
Another exciting day with an early start. Your final destination to rest will be Trincomalee. But before you get there you will visit the historic town of Polonnaruwa where you will see remnants of temples, dagobas and palaces of the great Kings & despots who once ruled this Country with all their might and power. This place has a lot of history to deal with. Best observed by bicycle (Optional). Next you will visit a village at Hiriwadunna. You will cross a lake in a canoe and hop on land to experience a cottage lunch prepared in your presence by a local village woman. This experience will give you an insight into the way of life of farmers in these areas. Proceed to Trincomalee
DAY 04: TRINCOMALEE
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OVERNIGHT: TRINCO BLUE |
DAY 05: KANDY
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OVERNIGHT: SERENE KANDY Driving time approximately 4 hrs |
DAY 06: NUWARA ELIYA
TEA PLUCKERS NUWARA ELIYA
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OVERNIGHT: GALWAY HEIGHTS |
DAY 07: TRAIN RIDE TO ELLA
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OVERNIGHT: ELLA JUNGLE RESORT |
DAY 08: RELAX AT ELLA
ELLA GAP VIEWS
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OVERNIGHT: ELLA JUNGLE RESORT |
DAY 09: TRAVEL TO YALA
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Early breakfast Travel down to Yala National Park lunch on the way Check in at your hotel & refresh Do a wildlife safari in the evening Return to your hotel & relax MEALS: B.L.D HOTEL: CINNAMON WILD YALA |
DAY 10: GALLE/AHUNGALLA
HISTORIC DUTCH FORT GALLE
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OVERNIGHT: HOTEL RIU |
DAY 11: AHUNGALLA
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OVERNIGHT: HOTEL RIU |
DAY 12: DEPARTURE TO AIRPORT
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Goodbye! Have a safe flight home
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Your holiday in Sri Lanka has come to an end. We can arrange a day room in Colombo for your to freshen up if your flight is late night departure. Extra charges apply. |
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Accommodation in shared double room with private bathroom
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
- Transfers and tours with local English-speaking chauffeur guide in Confirmable A/C Vehicle
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary: Minneriya National park with 4X4 Jeep, Dambulla Cave temple, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Koneshwaran Temple, Hiriwaduna Village, Spice garden, Kandy Temple, Cultural Dance Show, Peradiniya Garden, Train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella, Tea Factory visit, Trek Little Adams’ peak and Yala National park with 4X4 Jeep (two times), Galle fort, Turtle center and Madu river boat safari.
- All government taxes and service charges.
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
- 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
CANCELLATION POLICY
FIT (Individuals):
- Travelers may cancel up to 30 days before the experience start date to receive a full refund
- Between 15-07 days to receive a 50% refund.
- No refunds will be given after that time period.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Minneriya wildlife safari
- Sigiriya lion rock
- Polonnaruwa ancient city
- Koneswaram Temple
- Fort Fredrick
- Trincomalee beach
- Hiriwaduwwa village trek
- Taste village cuisine
- Spice garden
- Kandy Temple of the tooth relic
- Cultural dance show
- Peradeniya botanical garden
- Tea factory visit
- Hill country train journey
- Nine arches bridge
- Trek the little Adams’ peak
- Two Yala wildlife safaris ( Evening and Morning)
- Galle fort
- Turtle conservation center
- Madu river boat safari
- Colombo city tour
OPTIONS FOR FREE
- Taste local fruits & king coconut
- Gem museum
- Try traditional costumes
- Mask and wood carving factory visit
- Tea tasting and plucking experience
- Nuwara Eliya city tour including Pink post office and Gregory Lake.
- Ella gap & Rawana waterfall
- Stilt fishing
- Mirissa Coconut tree hill viewpoint
- Rumassala Japanese peach pagoda
- Seaside train journey
- Taste street foods
COST PER PERSON
CODE:ST12D100E
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No of Adults
02 04 06 08 12 16 ss |
01st April - 14th Dec
AUD 2436 AUD 2114 AUD 2069 AUD 2005 AUD 1969 AUD 1956 AUD1188 |
15th Dec - 31st March
AUD 2659 AUD 2306 AUD 2256 AUD 2185 AUD 2146 AUD 2131 AUD 1286 |
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ARC MARKET PLACE ID: AU 064612
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