• Bandaranaike International Airport - Arrive at Colombo’s International Airport. A representative will warmly welcome and assist with the transfer to the chosen hotel.

Colombo is a vibrant, bustling, and colorful city that offers a striking contrast to the rest of the country. Skyscrapers rise from historic colonial-era districts near the port, yet the modern city proudly retains its old-world charm.

Explore the renowned Pettah bazaar, the Hindu and Buddhist temples known as the Gangarama and Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil, and some of the city’s residential areas. For example, wandering around Cinnamon Gardens reveals prestigious locations such as the Prime Minister’s Office, Independence Hall, Colombo Town Hall, and the National Museum, along with the elegant homes of the wealthy.

Overnight stay in Colombo

• Sigiriya - After a delightful breakfast, embark on a journey to discover Sri Lanka’s wildlife and heritage. The first stop is the Golden Temple of Dambulla, a 2,000-year-old sacred pilgrimage site carved deep within a mountain. This inspiring complex of five caves is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring captivating paintings of the Buddha, other deities, and Sri Lankan kings. Return to the hotel for a restful night’s sleep.

Overnight in Sigiriya on the selected board basis.

• Sigiriya - Start the day with a delicious breakfast and then ascend to the fifth-century Sigiriya fortress, perched atop a rock that rises nearly 200 meters above the rainforest. King Kashyapa constructed the citadel at the summit of this massive boulder known as the ‘Lion Rock’, which was the innermost stronghold of a vast fortified city. Pass through the lion’s ‘belly’ and climb to the top using the spiral staircase that winds around the rock. Enjoy the breathtaking views over the surrounding landscape and beyond the horizon. In the afternoon, explore the magnificent ruins of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa.
• Sigiriya - Catch a glimpse of the large artificial lake that feeds a network of irrigation canals, admire the remains of the royal palace, and see the charming temples and administrative buildings.

Admire the Gal Viharaya with its four rock-carved Buddha statues, the Audience Hall, the Lotus Bath, and the statue of King Parakramabahu. Also, contemplate the Shiva Temple, the Lankathilake, the Watadage, and the Galpotha before returning to the hotel.

Overnight in Sigiriya

• Kandy - Enjoy a delectable breakfast and head to the delightful spice and herb gardens in Matale. Sri Lankan spices such as turmeric, nutmeg, cardamom, cinnamon, and lemongrass are considered some of the finest in the world. Witness a cooking demonstration and learn about the culinary and therapeutic values of these products. Proceed to Kandy and visit the beautiful Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, structured by the British who also introduced a variety of plants and flowers, creating the fascinating fields of orchids and fragrant spices seen today. There is even a tree planted by King George and Queen Mary in 1901! In the evening, check in at the selected hotel and prepare for a new adventure.

Overnight in Kandy

• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Kandy is renowned for its beautiful lakeside location, framed by majestic hills. Its most attractive landmark is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This spectacular complex was built in the 16th century to host a relic of one of the Buddha’s canine teeth. Every week, monks ritually clean the tooth relic, and the scented waters they use are considered holy. Other notable structures include the Golden Canopy, the New Palace and the Royal Palace, the old courthouse, the Queen’s Bathing House, the National Museum, and the sanctuary. Contemplate the magnificent architecture in peace and experience the tranquillity of the atmosphere. End the day with a dramatic cultural show featuring 12 folk and traditional dances accompanied by ceremonial drums and a drum orchestra. Prepare for a thrilling fire walking performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Overnight in Kandy

• Jetwing St. Andrews - Savor Sri Lanka’s most famous product with a visit to a tea plantation and factory. Observe the tea production process from the picking of the leaves to their grading and selection, and finally the manufacture of dried tea leaves. Conclude this experience with a tasting of genuine Ceylon tea in the factory. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, the picturesque lakeside town known as the ‘tea capital’ and ‘Little England’. This is where the British introduced tea production to Sri Lanka. Admire the tidy bungalows with rose lawns, Victoria Park, the racecourse, and the 18-hole golf course, considered one of the best in South Asia. Other attractions near this charming relic of empire include the evocatively named Lovers’ Leap waterfall and Sri Lanka’s highest mountain, the 2,500-meter Pidurutalagala, which overlooks the town.

Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

• Yala National Park - Drive towards the southeast, passing through tea plantations, verdant landscapes, and remote highland towns. Continue to the temple of Buduruwagala and admire the imposing rock-carved Buddha statues. Drive to Yala National Park for an adventurous Jeep safari. Over the next three to four hours, explore this vast natural wilderness, which extends to the sea, offering a scenic ocean frontage and a truly wild and exotic aura. Prepare to explore terrains of grassy plains, deciduous forests, and sand dunes. Furthermore, the park is home to hundreds of elephants, boars, buffalo, sloth bears, deer, crocodiles, and the endangered Sri Lankan leopard. Be ready to spot wild animals!

Overnight in Tissamaharama

• Galle - Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel and take a scenic drive to Galle. Colonized by the Portuguese, the Dutch, and the British, Galle is now a mesmerizing city with a rich colonial heritage. The Dutch-built fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features a labyrinth of charming alleys and lanes filled with historic buildings. Admire the picturesque Dutch Reformed Church and the magnificent Meera Mosque, and continue the journey heading north towards Kosgoda to visit the famous turtle hatchery. Several species of turtles, including the endangered hawksbill, are protected in this refuge. The turtles’ eggs are the most vulnerable as they are left uncovered on the beaches all around the coast. Catch a glimpse of the huge tanks filled with newborn, lively hatchlings. When they are a few days old, the hatchlings are fed and released into the sea.

Overnight in Kalutara

• Bandaranaike International Airport - After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Colombo airport to connect with the outward flight. Breakfast included.

• Air-conditioned transportation as stated in the programme
• Meet & Greet on arrival at Bandaranike International Airport in Colombo
• All Local Taxes & Charges
• Inbound/Outbound airport transfers from/to Bandaranike International Airport in Colombo

• Entry Visa Fees.
• International / Domestic Airfare.
• Any expenses of personal nature.
• Tips & Portages.
• Entrance Fees

Embark on an enticing guaranteed departure journey across Sri Lanka, beginning in the capital city of Colombo, and wandering through an inland path that touches upon all the key historic, cultural, and natural wonders of this enchanting island. Uncover a realm of verdant scenery, charming lakeside towns, historic temples, and old fortresses. Inhale the captivating aromas of Sri Lanka at herb and spice gardens. Marvel at cultural performances and spiritual encounters throughout an unforgettable nine-day tour across this terrestrial heaven.

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