Package name
Luxury Leisure
Duration
17 days / 16 Nights
Overview
One wouldn’t imagine there is so much history and culture packed into this tiny Indian Ocean Island of Sri Lanka. The island’s documented history dates back to the 3rd century B.C. and was among most advanced and developed nations in the pre-modern world. and the seat of an important historical civilization in Asia. This privately guided tour covers Sri Lanka’s abundant natural beauty, culture and wild life – an unforgettable eco- adventure. Sri Lanka is a bio-diversity hot spot and 14% of the total land area consist of sanctuaries, national parks and reserves protected by law. Tour highlights are climbing Adam’s Peak where the sunrise seen from the summit is wondrous, luxury camping at Big Game Parks, and whale watching tours from Mirissa.
Day 01
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport you will be met by our representative and taken to your hotel in Negombo
Accommodation
The Walawwa | Jetwing Beach | Heritance Negambo | Jetwing Sea
Day 02
Stay Leisure at Hotel (Same Hotel)
Day 03
After Breakfast proceed to Cultural Triangle ,would be your base to explore the vast heritage of Sri Lanka.On the way to hotel visit Dambulla cave temples, 1st c. B.C. an isolated rock mass embellished with murals and statues of the Buddha is closest to you.
Accommodation
Habarana Village | Ulagalla by Uga Escape | Jetwing Vil Uyana | Amaya Lake | Kalundewa Retreate
Day 04
After breakfast proceed to Polonnaruwa 11th& 12th c medieaval capital scattered with shrines and monuments which shows an interesting blend of South Indian and Sinhala Buddhist art and architecture. Visits to the evocative stone sculptures of Gal Viharaya, Royal Palace, Quadrangle, Kiri Vihara & Nissankalatha Mandapaya (floral stone pillars). You are offered a delightful experience at Minneriya to watch ‘The Gathering’ an awesome wildlife spectacle. Over 150 elephants, young, old and babies converge to enjoy the lake with receding water levels to play, romance and have fun! You will travel in the evening in a 4wd drive jeep for this safari at Minneriya National Park.
Stay at same hotel
Day 05
Rise early and climb the magnificent Sigiriya Rock, another of Sri Lanka's fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites. No matter how often you climb to the summit of this one- time fortress of the murderous, maverick, yet brilliant Sinhalese king, Kassapa, the pleasure barely diminishes. Many scholars believe that Kassapa sought to rule as a God- king. In the evening go for a herbal treatment at Athreya Spa which is one of the best healing place in Srilanka.
Stay at same hotel
Day 06
After breakfast, head to Sri Lanka's hill capital - the small lakeside city of Kandy. On the way, visit Spice & Herbal garden in Matale. Visit the Temple of the Tooth where a sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha is enshrined since 4th Century A.D. The temple has decorative walls, a golden roof and fine woodwork. Religious services with traditional music and drumming are held daily at dawn, midday and in the evening where guests can participate.
Accommodation
The Kandy House | Theva Residence | Cinnamon Citadel | Amya Hills | Earls Regency
Day 07
After breakfirst visit Kandy's age-old Royal botanical gardens, with its orchid collection and formally laid-out trees, is also a delight. Visit the British cemetery, where the tombs include that of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, and look in at the Archaeological Museum.
Stay at same hotel
Day 08
After breakfast Proceed to the Tea Country the Little England passing through beautiful landscapes , tea fields and waterfalls. One the way to hotel visit Tea Factory.
Accommodation
The Cottage by Jetwing | Amaya Langdale | Stafford Bungalow | The Grand Hotel | Jetwing Warwick
Day 09
Stay Leisure at same hotel
Day 10
Today morning after breakfast you are taking the most scenic train ride in Asia head to Ella.
Accommodation
Jetwing Kaduruketha | Nine Skies | Rose Land Bungalow | Mountain Heaven | 98 Acers
Day 11
Early morning you are going to experience astonishing Sunrise from the summit of Little Adams Peak. On the way back pay a visit to Nine Arch Bridge which is one of the most popular photo location.
(Stay at same hotel)
Day 12
After breakfast at hotel proceed to Tissamaharama. On the way short stop at Ravana water fall
Accommodation
Chena Huts | Wild Coast Tented Lodge | The Yala Adventure | Elephant Reach Yala | Cinnamon Wild | Laya Safari
Day 13
Today you get up early morning for the big game drive at Yala National park and once you back in hotel have a little rest as you have to get ready for the evening safari.
(Stay at same hotel)
Day 14
After breakfast you will Travel along the scenic south coast to the historic city of Galle The Galle Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is an ideal base from which to explore its heritage and see life unfolds each morning within the Fort. This small walled city with about 300 homes and an old-world feel, still remain with its well preserved bastions, public buildings, churches, and lighthouse.
Accommodation
The Fortress Galle | Sisindu C | The Frangipani Tree | Satin Doll | Apa Villa
Day 15
Stay Leisure at same hotel
Day 16
Early morning Whale Watching Tour at Mirissa
Day 17
Return Airport Transfer
