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SRI LANKA HIGHLIGHTS 10 DAYS

Description:
Appreciate Sri Lanka's diverse scenery in this comprehensive 10 day Sri Lanka Highlights tour. You will discover the ancient kingdoms of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura, the rock fortress at Sigiriya, historic Kandy, the last kingdom to fall to colonial rule and Yala National Park, a vast area of natural beauty where elephants roam freely, and a wide range of Sri Lanka's flora and fauna endemic to the region.
Accommodations choices range from Budget, Standard and Luxury. Check the price chart at the bottom of the screen and let us know which accommodation price suits you best.
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DAY 01: ARRIVAL/NEGOMBO
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WELCOME TO SRI LANKA
Program for the day​
  • Meet our representative at the airport 
  • Board the bus/van or car at your disposal
  • Proceed to Negombo
  • ​Check in to your hotel ​ & relax

​HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: GOLDI SANDS
STANDARD: PLEDGE SCAPE
LUXURY: HERITANCE
MEALS: BREAKFAST
DAY 02: SIGIRIYA/DAMBULLA
Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Sigiriya
  • Climb Sigiriya Rock
  • Check into your hotel 
  • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple 
  • Return to your hotel & relax
HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: SIGIRIYA VILLAGE 
STANDARD: AMAYA LAKE
LUXURY: HERITANCE KANDALAMA
MEALS: B.D.
DAY 03: SIGIRIYA
Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • visit ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa
  • Do a wildlife safari at Minneriya national park
  • Return to your hotel & relax

​HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: SIGIRIYA VILLAGE 
STANDARD: AMAYA LAKE
LUXURY: HERITANCE KANDALAMA
MEALS: B.L.D
DAY 04: KANDY
Program for the day
  • Early Breakfast
  • Proceed to Kandy
  • Visit sacred temple
  • Check into your hotel
  • Do a city tour
  • Witness a cultural dance performance
  • ​Return to your hotel & relax
​HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: SUISSE
STANDARD: CINNAMON CITADEL
LUXURY: GOLDEN CROWN
MEALS: B.D.
DAY 05: NUWARA ELIYA
Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
  • Visit a tea plantation
  • Visit Labookellie tea factory
  • Proceed to Nuwara Eliya
  • ​Check into your hotel & relax
​HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: QUANTARA
STANDARD: HILL CLUB
LUXURY: HERITANCE TEA FACTORY
MEALS: B.D.
DAY 06: ELLA
Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Take the scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella
  • Visit nine arch bridge
  • Visit little Adams peak
  • Check into your hotel & relax
HOTEL CHOICE
BUDGET:
STANDARD:
​LUXURY:
MEALS: B.D.
DAY 07: YALA
Program for the day
  • Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Yala
  • Do a wildlife safari at Yala
  • ​Check into your hotel & relax
​HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: TAMARIND TREE
STANDARD: THE SAFARI
LUXURY: CINNAMON WILD/JETWING YALA
MEALS: D/B
DAY 08: GALLE
Program for the day
  • ​Early breakfast
  • Proceed to Galle
  • Visit Galle Durch Fort
  • Visit stilt fishermen
  • ​Check into your hotel & relax
HOTEL CHOICE
Budget: Fairway sunset
Standard: Thaproban Pavilion
Luxury: Hotel Riu/Amari Galle
MEALS: D.B.
DAY 09: COLOMBO
Program for the day
  • Early Breakfast
  • Proceed to Colombo
  • Visit Dutch church 
  • Visit Davatagaha mosque 
  • Visit Pettah Bazaar
  • ​Check into your hotel & relax
HOTEL CHOICE 
BUDGET: STEUARTS BY CITRUS
STANDARD: GALADARI
LUXURY: SHANGRI-LA/HILTON
MEALS: D.B.
DAY 10: DEPARTURE HOME
Program for the day
  • Breakfast at leisure
  • Check out of hotel 
  • Transfer to the airport
MEALS: B
Please note: Travellers on late night departures could request for a day room close to the airport. Extra charges apply.
DESTINATIONS INFORMATION
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. Many churches in the area reminded us of early conversions to catholicism during Portuguese occupation. East of the town at the Angurukaramulla temple is a 6 metre long reclining statue of the buddha worth seeing. South west of the town you will see the Negombo Lagoon which is surrounded by a densely populated ethnic mix of Sinhalese and Tamils and a coastline brimming with hotels of all categories. The mangrove swamps attract a huge variety of water birds including cormorants, herons, egrets and  waders. You can tour the mangroves by hiring a boat (For your safety check for boats that provide life jackets )​​​​
Habarana is a quaint little village located in the cultural triangle bordering the district of Polonnaruwa. Being centrally located within the cultural triangle, Habarana has become a preferred base to visit  the world heritage sites of Dambulla, Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa. The two national wildlife parks, Minneriya and Kaudalla have become famous for elephant gatherings and wildlife safaris. Organised walks into the heart of the village offer travellers a glimpse of the daily life, culture, cuisine. Canoe rides across a lake are an experience in itself with views of Sigiriya from a distance creating an exciting photo opportunity with lotus flowers in the background.
Anuradhapura is the most visited town of Sri Lanka’s ancient ruined cities. The city’s greatest treasures are its dagabas constructed with small sun-dried bricks, hemispherical in shape. The most notable of these dagabas are the Ruvanveli which dates back to the 2nd Century BC and is 300 ft in diameter,was build by the great king Dutugamunu who reigned from 137BC to119 BC. the Jetawanarama is 370 ft,was built by King Mahasena of Anuradhapura (273–301) and the Thuparama which enshrines the collarbone of the Buddha, This dagga was built by King Devanapiyatissa, who reigned from 307 BC to 267 BC. Buddhism arrived to this kingdom during his reign. The city’s most renowned relic is the sacred Bo-Tree which is said to have grown from a branch of the tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment. It was planted 2250 years ago and is one of the oldest historic trees in the world.
Sigiriya - Sigiriya is a massive rock fortress built by King Kasyapa, who ruled the country from 473 to 495 CE. The capital and the royal palace were abandoned after the king's death. Stories of betrayal,  intrigue, patricide, guilt and suicide surround this mighty citadel. After the death of King Kasyappa, Sigiriya was used as a buddhist monastery until the 14th century. The rock fortress is famous for its frescoes and the mirror wall. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning. It is the most visited historical site in Sri Lanka.
Polonnaruwa - the capital of Sri Lanka dates back from 11th -13th century A.D. The monuments at Pollonaruwa have been well preserved. The circular relic house (Vata-da-ge) Lankathilaka, Thuparama, Royal Palace, Rankoth vihara and Galvihara with the beautiful rock-cut Buddha statues are amazing works of art.
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 the King Walagamba during his 14 years of exile from Anuradhapura. When he regained the throne he built the most magnificent of Rock Temples in Sri Lanka, at this site. Also known as the Golden temple it 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.
 Kandy - Sri Lanka's hill capital. Once a stronghold of the Sinhala Kings, is a very beautiful town. It is 488 meters above sea level and next to Colombo is Sri Lanka's most visited place. 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. ​​
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.
Yala National Park, located in the Southern coastal region is a wildlife sanctuary. The area is surrounded by dense forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean. Home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants, Deer, Sloth bear, crocodiles, as well as hundreds of species of birds, Yala became famous for wildlife safaris with the main focus on spotting the illusive leopard. Located at Sithulpawwa is an ancient Buddhist monastery and a Magul Haha Viharaya temple showcasing ancient buddhist ruins and artefacts. The monastery and temple remain regular pilgrim sites for local Buddhists and  clergy. Nearby caves contain centuries-old rock paintings.  ​
Colombo - Originally a small seaport. Colombo became prominent after the arrival of the Portuguese in the fifteenth century, followed by the Dutch in the 16th century and then developed into a major city by the British in the late 18th century. Today, Colombo is a busy metropolitan city surrounded by High rise buildings, grand hotels, shopping arcades cafes, a variety of restaurants serving international cuisine and busy night life for those seeking fun.
The old Fort district, the Pettah market, the Wolfendale church built in 1749, The Kelaniya Historic Buddhist temple, the Gangaramaya temple, the old parliament house, the Galle face green, the museum, the Dutch Hospital. All of them reflect a treasure trove of grand old colonial architecture blending gracefully with modern building spread.
Whats Included
  • Accommodation on twin share basis
  • Meals as per the tour itinerary
  • Incredible sightseeing as per the itinerary ( Village Tour / Anuradhapura / Minneriya wildlife safari / Sigiriya / Polonnaruwa/ Dambulla cave temple / Tooth temple/ Kandy dance / Peradeniya Garden / Tea factory / Yala wildlife safari/ Galle fort / Colombo city tour)
  • Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking chauffeur/guide service
  • All Porterages and all government Taxes
NOT INCLUDED
  • PersonalTravel
  • Medical expenses
  • Expenses of personal nature E.g.: Laundry
  • Telephone calls
  • Drinks and Extras
  • Anything not specified in the itinerary ​

IMPORTANT
Important!!!!!!

The above Star classification is based on local industry standard & it’s not based on the International standards.
  • Price is based on per person twin share basis.
  • Prices are net in USD and inclusive of applicable taxes as at date.
  • Rates may change without a notice if a significant currency fluctuation , Fuel
  • Increase or Revision of taxes occurs
  • Rooms will be on availability
  • if in case if the said hotels are fully booked due to any reason, similar hotels will be provided 

Cancellation Policy (Based on hotel cancelation policy)
  • 30 days prior to arrival, no cancellation​

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