Srilanka, is a small island on the Indian Ocean neighboring India. Its diverse landscape ranges from highlands and sandy beaches to rain forest and arid plains. Its history spans 3000 years. It is famous for its ancient Buddhist ruins, including the 5th century citadel – Sigiriya. Its pristine beaches and the lush green mountains makes it a perfect and budget friendly destination for holidays.
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TRULY SRI LANKA
9 Days and 8 Nights
Day Wise Itinerary
Starting from INR 36999/ Person
Day 1 - Arrival at Colombo and transfer to Sigiriya -
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport Colombo where you will be warmly greeted and welcomed by our representative. Then drive to Elephant Walk where you get to explore the Elephant Museum and also you can get a chance to bathe with an Elephant. Next visit to Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage where you can see herds of Elephants taking bath. After spending quality time at the elephant orphanage and then drive to Sigiriya. At evening you can climb the Pidurangala Rock from where you can have a magnificent view of Sigiriya Rock Fortress and witness a beautiful sunset.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Tour highlights: Arrival, Elephant Walk, Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, Pidurangala Rock
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Day 2 - Full Day Sigiriya
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After breakfast at the hotel visit the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The Lion Rock is a citadel built in 5th Century. Explore all the nukes and corners of the ancient ruins. At evening visit Minneriya National Park which is consists of mixed evergreen forest and scrub areas and is home to Sri Lanka’s favorites such as sambar deer, leopards and elephants.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Tour highlights: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Minneriya National Park
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Day 3 - Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy
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After breakfast leave for Kandy. On way stopover at Dambulla to see the Dambulla Cave Temple. Then continue your journey to Kandy. Kandy, is one of the major city in Sri Lanka and is located in the Central Province. Enroute visit Spice Garden in Mathale. On reaching Kandy we do a city tour which includes The Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake. At evening commence a city tour of Kandy with the cultural dance performance.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
Tour highlights: Dambulla Cave Temple, Mathale Spice Garden, Sacred Temple of Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake, Kandy Cultural Dance
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Day 4 - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
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After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya. Before leaving Kandy, visit Kandy Gem Museum. From Kandy, you will be driven to Ambuluwana where you can climb the beautiful Ambuluwana Tower. The top of the tower offers a 360 degree view from where you can see the Knuckles Mountain, Adams Peak etc. Continue your journey to Nuwara Eliya. En-route visit Hanumanji Hindu Temple and the beautiful Ramboda Water Falls. Just before entering Nuwara Eliya you will be driven through the lush green tea gardens. Stop over at Tea Estate from where you can explore the factories and buy various types of tea. On reaching Nuwara Eliya check in at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Tour highlights: Kandy Gem Museum, Ambuluwana Tower, Tea Estate, Hanumanji Hindu Temple, Ramboda Waterfalls
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Day 5 - Nuwara Eliya - Ella
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After breakfast start your Nuwara Eliya sightseeing. Start with Botanical Garden followed by Seetha Amman Temple and revive the ancient stories of the Hindu mythology – Ramayana. Your next stop will be the beautiful Gregory Lake wherein you can boating or jetski in the beautiful lake water. The you will be dropped at Nanuoya Railway Station from where you will board train to Ella. This train journey takes you through beautiful landscapes, lush green mountains, cascading waterfalls and green tea gardens. On reaching Ella, you will be transferred to your hotel. After check in, you can trek to the Little Adams Peak.
Overnight stay in Ella
Tour highlights: Botanical Garden, Seetha Amman Temple, Gregory Lake, Train Journey to Ella, Little Adams Peak
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Day 6 - Ella - Unawatuna
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Early morning after breakfast, drive to Ella Nine Arch’s Bridge. You need to walk a kilometer through the mountains to reach the bridge. If you can reach there in time, you can witness train passing through the bridge which makes it very photogenic. Next, you can stop at the Ravana’s Waterfalls. In the afternoon, stop at Elephant Transit Home Udawalawe National Park, where you can witness hundreds of feeding Elephants. Continue your journey to western coast of Sri Lanka. On reaching Unawatuna, check in at your hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Unawatuna
Tour highlights: Ella Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana’s Waterfalls, Elephant Transit Home
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Day 7 - Unawatuna - Mirissa Whale Watching - Galle
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Today, you will be picked up from your hotel around 3 AM and will be taken to Mirissa from where you will board the boats for Whale Watching. After this wonderful whale watching ride, return back to Mirissa Beach, then head towards Mirissa Coconut Hill. While driving back to Unawatuna stop at Galle to visit the famous Galle Fort and Galle Light House. In Unawatuna, visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda and the beautiful Jungle Beach. Then you will be dropped at your hotel where you can spend time at Unawatuna Beach and also enjoy various water activities.
Overnight at hotel in Unawatuna
Tour highlights: Mirissa Whale Watching, Galle Fort, Galle Light House, Japanese Peace Pagoda, Jungle Beach
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Day 8 - Unawatuna - Colombo
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After breakfast, check out of your hotel in Unawatuna and head towards your last destination – Colombo. You can stop over at Hikkadua Beach for an exciting snorkeling trip. Your next stop will be Madu River Boat Safari where you can enjoy your boat ride across Madu River and witness hundreds of Mangrove Trees. You can also see Cinnamon Plantation and various birds and water animals. Next stop at Kosgode Turtle Hatchery. While driving through the road adjoining the blue Indian Ocean, stop at Bentota Beach for witnessing a beautiful sunset.On reaching Colombo check in at your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay in Colombo
Tour highlights: Hikkadua Beach, Madu River Boat Safari, Kosgode Turtle Hatchery, Bentota Beach
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Day 9 - Colombo Sightseeing and Airport Drop
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Today after breakfast, start your Colombo sightseeing tour. Start with Galle Face Green, Lotus Tower, Colombo Independence Square. Post lunch stopover for souvenirs before being dropped at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport for your return journey
Tour highlights: Galle Face Green, Lotus Tower, Colombo Independence Square
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Inclusions
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- Accommodation in 3* hotel with daily breakfast
- Private AC Car for the entire tour with english speaking driver
- Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
- Airport pickup and drop service
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Exclusions
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- Flight tickets
- Lunch and dinner services not mentioned in the itinerary
- Entry fees to parks, monuments, museums and temples
- Camera and video permits during the sightseeing
- Any expenses of personal nature
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the ‘Inclusions’
***This is a sample itinerary, and this is to be revised with details upon booking confirmation as per your wish and needs.
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