Explore the Enchanting Beauty of Sri Lanka in 12 Days

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I am Bhathiya, License Chauffeur Tourist Guide Lecturer. I have gained a fair knowledge about my country travelling around Sri Lanka I have around 17 years’ experience in tourism industry. I have very good well experience group of Chauffeur Guides & fully insured different kind of vehicles. If you choose my service to travel in Sri Lanka I will participate enthusiastically as a tourist chauffeur guide lecturer. From the beginning and until end of the tour you may have my hundred present honest services and the protection.
Sri Lanka was described by Marco Polo as one of the finest islands in the world. From pristine beaches, the rocky hills and meandering lush green meadows, a rich wildlife, high biodiversity extensive flora and fauna and ancient culture collectively make Sri Lanka. One of the MUST-VISIT countries in the world. For these reasons alone, Sri Lanka should be a destination you consider for your next trip.

Activity location

Mahamevnawa Dhammachethiya Buddhist Monastery Anuradhapura
- Watawandana Rd
- 50000, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

94 Negombo Rd
- 94 Negombo Road
- Negombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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Explore the Enchanting Beauty of Sri Lanka in 12 Days

12d
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Language options: English

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Price details

$1,100.00 x 2 Adults$2,200.00

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What's included, what's not

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Fuel + Insurance + All Taxes + Highway Tolls
Fully Knowledgeable Legal Chauffeur Tourist Guide Lecturer
Gratuities
Lunch & Dinner with Drinks
Ayurveda & Herb Massage - Entrance Fees – $ 40
Sigiriya Lion Rock - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 30 | Children $ 15
Poḷonnaruwa Remains - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 25 | Children $ 12
Dambulla Cave Temple - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 10 | Children $ 05
Royal Botanical Garden - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 10 | Children $ 05
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 10 | Children $ 05
Kandy Cultural Show- Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 10 | Children $ 05
White Water Rafting - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 30 | Children $ 15
Train Ride Nanuoya to Ella - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 10
Yala National Park - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 43 | Children $ 08
Safari Jeep and Driver for Yala Natonal Park Safari – $ 55
Udawalawe National Park - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 43 | Children $08
Safari Jeep and Driver for Udawalawe National Park Safari – $ 50
The Blue Whales Watching - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 50 | Children $ 40
Anuradapura Sacred City - Entrance Fees - Adult - $ 25 | Children $ 12.5

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Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Airport or Pickup Point - Anuradhapura - Ancient Sacred City Tour

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Black & White Hotel | Magosa Lake Resort

Mahamevnawa Dhammachethiya Buddhist Monastery Anuradhapura

4h
Admission ticket not included

Airport or Pickup Point to Anuradapura travel time - 5 Hours, Anuradhapura was the first Ancient capital in Sri Lanka situated at the bank of river Malwathu oya. Declared as a world Heritage site in the year 1982 by UNESCO. The kingdom, which was ruled by 126 kings and last for 1500 years from 4th century BC to 11th century AD, (543 BC, to 1029 AD). Anuradhapura was the first Ancient capital in Sri Lanka situated at the bank of river Malwathu oya. Declared as a world Heritage site in the year 1982 by UNESCO. This kingdom ruled by 126 kings and last for 1500 years from 4th century BC to 11th century AD, (543 BC, to 1029 AD). Sacred to the Buddhis world even today, frequented with numerous Buddhist monasteries and is one of the world's major archaeological sites.

Day 2: Poḷonnaruwa - Ayurveda & Herb Massage - Sigiriya

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Fresco Water Villa Sigiriya | Lilly Resort | Saunter Paradise Hotel | Inn On The Tree Eco Resort

Polonnaruwa Vatadage

3h
Admission ticket not included

Anuradapura to Polonnaruwa travel time - 3 hours and 30 minutes, Poḷonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa. The second oldest of all Sri Lanka's kingdoms, Polonnaruwa was first established as a military post by the Sinhalese kingdom. Was renamed Jananathamangalam by the Chola dynasty after their successful invasion of the country's then capital, Anuradhapura, in the 10th century. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site.

Habarana

Ayurveda & Herb Massage When your body is feeling pain and fatigue, Ayurveda massages can help you get relief. Ayurveda massages are done with medicated herbal oils that have various health benefits. Through the massage procedure, the oils can enter through the skin, reach the tissues (known as Dhatus) and help pace up the repair process. The terms Ayurveda is compost by two words, one is Ayu and other word is Veda, so Veda is name originated from the route called Vid, the vid has several meaning to know consider gain to exit are the meaning of the route with therefore Ayurveda is art of living, is a science of life and philosophy of life. After that we are going to travel Sigiriya (Travel Time - 2 Hours)

Day 3: Sigiriya - Sigiriya Lion Rock - Sigiriya Village Tour

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Fresco Water Villa Sigiriya | Lilly Resort | Saunter Paradise Hotel | Inn On The Tree Eco Resort

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

4h
Admission ticket not included

Sigiriya Rock must have been when a palace crowned it 15 centuries ago. It was one of the loveliest royal cities that ever graced the earth. And today, it is perhaps the single most remarkable memory for visitors to Sri Lanka, incredible fresco paintings. The capital and the royal palace were abandoned after the king's death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning.

Sigiriya Craft Village

3h
Admission ticket not included

Experiences Sigiriya Village Tour Join this 2.5 hour tour for lifetime opportunity to be emerged in the nature and culture of real Sri Lanka Village. A beautiful rural area in Sigiriya city. Tour start with a Tuk tuk ride near to the village pond & at there you will experience a boat ride to the next side of the rural village. After short walk within the paddy fields & vegetable cultivation you can reach village house. At the village house you can do the cooking demonstration with a village women. Relax & taste a delicious Sri Lankan traditional Lunch or Snacks. Then take a Tuk Tuk ride back to starting point.

Sigiriya

Sigiriya City Tour Entrance Free of Charge

Day 4: Kandy - Dambulla Cave Temple - Royal Botanical Gardens

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Senani Hotel Kandy | Thilanka Hotel | Serene Grand Hotel | The Change Hotel

Dambulla Cave Temple

2h
Admission ticket not included

Sigirya to Dambulla travel time - 1 Hour, Dambulla Cave Temple (A vast isolated rock mass, it was build 01st century nearly 2000 years ago. Wonderful paintings, more than 150 Buddha's images, which is the largest is the colossal figure of the Buddha carved of the rock & spanning 14 meters,This World Heritage Site is one of the foremost centers of Buddhist pilgrimage as well as one of the largest cave temple complexes in South Asia.

Kandy

Dambulla to Kandy travel time - 3 hours, Visit spice garden, Wood carving factory, Batik Factory Long history of Sri Lankan spices. Herbs and spices play a major role in Sri Lankan cuisine, believed to add flavour to food whilst also boosting healthy compounds that fight inflammation and reduce damage to the body’s cells. Herbs are derived from the leaves of a plant, while spices are generally made from its seeds, berries, bark or root. Several of these plants that are key to traditional Sri Lankan cooking.You can walk around the garden(nearly one acre) with the specific guide. Entrance Free of Charge

Royal Botanical Gardens

2h
Admission ticket not included

Royal Botanic Gardens, This was originally the king's own royal pleasure garden that was later converted in to botanic garden and open to the public In 2016, the garden was visited by 1.2 million locals and 400,000 foreign visitors. It is near the Mahaweli River (The longest river in Sri Lanka). It is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees.[3] Attached to it is the "National Herbarium of Sri Lanka". The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59 km2), at 460 meters above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall.

Day 5: Kandy - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Kandy Cultural Show

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Senani Hotel Kandy | Thilanka Hotel | Serene Grand Hotel | The Change Hotel

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

2h
Admission ticket not included

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic or Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy,It is located in the royal palace complex which houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site partly due to the temple. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. The relic was historically held by Sinhalese kings.

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show

2h
Admission ticket not included

Kandy Cultural Show Evening witness a beautiful Cultural show.(01 hour traditional dancing up country and low country, final event walking on the fire). Entrance Fees Per Person - 10$ Optionally you have time to do some shopping in Kandy. Where you could fetch souvenirs in wood, copper, silver, hand looms, batiks gem & jewelry and reed ware at bargain prices. *Optionally you have time to do some shopping in Kandy. Where you could fetch. Souvenirs in wood, copper, silver, hand looms, silk, batiks gem & jewelry and reed ware at bargain prices.*

Kandy

Kandy City Tour Entrance Free of Charge

Day 6: (Adams Peak - White Water Rafting) or (Ramboda) | You can select which one

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Adams Peak-Overnight Stay@ Slightly Chilled Hotel | Wathsala Inn Ramboda-Overnight Stay@ Ramboda Falls Hotel | Tea Bush

Adam's Peak (Sri pada)

(anyone difficult to hiking just enough enjoy to see amazing view) Adam's Peak also Sri Pada is a 2,243 m (7,359 ft.) tall conical mountain located in central Sri Lanka. It is well known for the Sri Pada "sacred footprint", a 1.8 m (5 ft. 11 in) rock formation near the summit, which in Buddhist tradition is held to be the footprint of the Buddha, in Hindu tradition that of Shiva and in Islamic and Christian tradition that of Adam, or that of St. Thomas.

White Water Rafting

2h
Admission ticket not included

White Water Rafting Experience in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing will be given by our white water rafting instructors beforehand. The distance covered is around 5 KMs. The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience during your tour.

Ramboda

Kandy to Ramboda travel time - 3 hours, Ramboda City Tour Ramboda an escape that is set in lush verdant surroundings with waterfalls in the foreground and in the background misty mountains carpeted by dense tea bushes just waiting to be explored. The town's cool climate brings relief from heat and humidity rejuvenates the body while the beautiful surroundings relax the mind. So sit back and sip a cup of Ceylon Tea as you enjoy Sri Lanka's hill country. The best to stay for relaxing in this beautiful hotel, amazing beautiful waterfalls in your room view, natural swimming pool. Surrounding is amazing different Flora & Fauna. Entrance Free of Charge

Day 7: Ella - Amazing Train Ride to Nanuoya

4 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Ella Gap Panorama Hotel | Sky Green Resort | Chamodya Home Stay | Rawan Face Hotel | Mount Haven Hotel

Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden

Tea Factory Tea Plantation and The Waterfalls Sri Lanka isa the world’s fourth-largest producer of tea and in Nuwara Eliya tea is the very core of the local lives. Tea production is one of the main sources of foreign exchange for Sri Lanka and it employs, directly or indirectly, over 1 million people. They make three varieties of tea – white, green and black. In this article, you’ll be able to learn everything you need to know before visiting this Nuwara Eliya tea factory and plantation at Damro. All the different kinds of teas have different processes of making and you will be able to learn all about these processes if you do a tea factory tour. Entrance Free of Charge

Nanu Oya railway station

3h
Admission ticket not included

Train Ride Ella that bring you pleasant breath talking scenery in the hill country, it is pleasant breath talking train ride through Tea plantation, tunnels & water falls (3 hours) Its picturesque driveway offers the best view of Sri Lanka, It is the best scenic train ride in the world.

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya City Tour Nuwara Eliya is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka.Cool green mountain valley and the heart of Sri Lankan hill country boasts rolling hills interspersed with gushing streams and tumbling waterfalls. Popular summer resort famous for its tea plantations and golf links. Its name means "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) and is considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. NuwaraEliya supposed to be one of the coolest place in island but it is really just like an English spring day, temperature does drop at night. All around it looks like evidence of the British influence and Queen Ann style mansions. Entrance Free of Charge

Ella

Ella City Ella is a beautiful amazing place, 1041 meters above the sea level. Ella is only a small village located high in the mountains. But if you are willing to travel out of town, you can find plenty of things to do to keep you occupied. Like most places in Sri Lanka, the people here earn their money from tourism. The nice thing about Ella is that there doesn't seem to be anyone trying to con you or rip you off, which makes for a nice laid back, relaxing stay. Entrance Free of Charge

Day 8: Ella - Little Adam's Peak - The Nine Arch Bridge

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Ella Gap Panorama Hotel | Sky Green Resort | Chamodya Home Stay | Rawan Face Hotel | Mount Haven Hotel

Little Adam's Peak

3h
Admission ticket not included

Ella is a hiking hotspot in the mountain country of Sri Lanka. Some of the views from hikes in Ella are phenomenal with the region well known for its tea plantations and spectacular mountain ranges. If you want to enjoy some of the best views without needing to hike for hours, Little Adam’s Peak is the perfect trek, especially for an unforgettable sunset. It is the best place to see the Ella Gap with Adam’s peak having another 2 peaks.

Nine Arches Bridge

2h
Admission ticket not included

The Nine Arch Bridge, also called the Bridge in the Sky, is a bridge in Sri Lanka. It is one of the best examples of colonial-era railway construction in the country. The construction of the bridge is generally attributed to a local Ceylonese builder, P. K. Appuhami, in consultation with British engineers. It was built 1923 Because of the lack of Iron as a result; the work came to a standstill, leading the locals to build the bridge with stone bricks and cement, but without steel.

Ella

Ella Full City Tour Entrance Free of Charge

Day 9: Yala / Tissa - Ravana Waterfalls - Yala National Park

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight stay @ Hibiscus Garden Hotel | The Grand Hotel | Tringa Villas Yala

Rawana Falls

30m
Admission ticket not included

This waterfall measures approximately 25 m (82 ft) in height and cascades from an oval-shaped concave rock outcrop. During the local wet season, the waterfall turns into what is said to resemble an areca flower with withering petals. But this is not the case in the dry season, where the flow of water reduces dramatically. The falls form part of the Ravana Ella Wildlife Sanctuary, and is located 6 km (3.7 mi) away from the local railway station at Ella.

Yala Safari Camping

5h
Admission ticket not included

Ella to Yala travel time - 3 Hours and 30 Minutes, Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public and also adjoining parks. It is situated in the southeast region of the country, and lies in Southern province and Uva province. The park covers 979 square kilometers (378 sq mi). Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, The Park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan Elephants, Leopards, Bear and aquatic birds and a variety of Animals.) Afterwards check in your hotel.

Day 10: Galle - Udawalawe National Park

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Richmond Hillside Galle | Fort Dew Guest House

Visit Udawalawe National Park

4h
Admission ticket not included

Yala to Udawalawa travel time - 2 Hours, Udawalawe National Park is a national park on the boundary of Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces in Sri Lanka. The park was created to provide a sanctuary for wild animals.The reserve covers 30,821 hectares (119.00 sq mi) of land area and was established on 30 June 1972. Before the designation of the national park, the area was used for shifting cultivation (chena farming). The farmers were gradually removed once the national park was declared.Udawalawe is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan elephants. It is a popular tourist destination and the third-most visited park in the country.

Galle

Udawalawa to Galle travel time - 3 Hours, Explore Galle City Capital of southern Sri Lanka in 1587, the Portuguese annexed Galle from its Sinhalese kings and built its first fortress naming it “Santacrusz”. Its old world charm appeals as a tourist destination. To this day it looks back to 500 years of nurture under Sinhalese, Portuguese, Dutch and British stewardship. The influence of the Dutch on the people of the city architecture and especially the dress code is evident today. The town is the first international commerce and trade center of the island. The heritage value of the fort has been recognized by UNESCO and the site has been inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site. Entrance Free of Charge

Day 11: Galle - Whales Watching - Unawatuna Beach

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight Stay @ Richmond Hillside Galle | Fort Dew Guest House

Mirissa Whales

5h
Admission ticket not included

Galle to Mirissa travel time - 1 Hour Whales Watching The Blue Whale is the largest creature ever to have lived on earth. Their tongues alone can weigh as much as an elephant. Their hearts, as much as a car. Amazingly, however, this giant of the ocean feeds on some of the smallest marine life – tiny shrimplike animals called krill. A single adult blue whale can consume 3,6000kg of krill a day. The whale’s mouth has a fascinating row of plates fringed with bristles to help it filter its’ main source of food. With each mouthful, the whale can hold up to 5,000kg of water and plankton. Having forced the water out of its mouth, the whale licks these bristles with its fleshy tongue. Although the blue whale is a deep-water hunter, as a mammal, Blue whales occasionally swim in small groups but usually alone or in pairs, blue whales are one of the loudest animals on the planet.

Unawatuna

Mirissa to Unavatuna travel time - 1 Hour, Explore Unavatuna Unawatuna Beach stay relaxes on the sandy beach. Unawatuna is one of the biggest tourist destinations in Sri Lanka and is the most “famous” beach in the country. It is a lovely banana-shaped beach of golden sand and turquoise water, surrounded by green palm trees! It was the first beach we visited in Sri Lanka. Entrance Free of Charge

Day 12: Airport Depart or Your Ending Point (Western or Southern Provinces)

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Colombo

Galle to Airport travel time - 3 Hours or Galle to Your Ending Point travel time - (It Depends with the location) After breakfast (depending on the time of the departure) leave for Colombo Katunayake Airport after spending a memorable time in the Island known as the Pearl of Indian Ocean (Wonder of Asia) OR Drop to your destination in Western or Southern Provinces.

Location

Activity location

Mahamevnawa Dhammachethiya Buddhist Monastery Anuradhapura
- Watawandana Rd
- 50000, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

94 Negombo Rd
- 94 Negombo Road
- Negombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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