14 Days 13 Night Tour

Package 10

DAY 01

Negombo

Arrival the airport. Head to the Negombo which is a major city in Sri Lanka located to the west coast of the Island. It is famous for its sandy beaches and its history woven around fishing industry. Negombo has a large bilingual population of Roman Catholics. In the medieval period Negombo Port was the center of trade and was very famous for its cinnamon cultivation. Visit fishing village and fish market and later relax on the beach. Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 02

Anuradhapura

After breakfast, proceed to Visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is the First Capital of Sri Lanka for over 1400 years since 3rd Century B.C. The highlights of the tour would be the visits to eight most venerated places including Sri Maha Bodhi. It is believed that from the fourth century BCE until the beginning of the 11th century CE Anuradhapura was the capital of the Sinhalese. During this period it remained one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia. Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 03/04

Trincomalee

After breakfast, leave to Trincomalee. Trincomalee, one of the finest natural deep-water harbours in the world is located 257 km north-east of Colombo, which is considered as the commercial hub of Sri Lanka. En route visit Mihintale. Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Pigeon Island and Koneswaram Hindu temple. Relax on the beach. Overnight stay at Trincomalee.

DAY 05/06

Pasikuda

After breakfast, leave to Pasikudah to relax on the beautiful beach. Pasikudah is a coastal resort town located 35 kilometers northwest of Batticaloa, Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka. Historically a small Tamil hamlet alongside nearby Kalkudah, it used to be a popular tourist destination, however, suffered huge devastation following the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and the Sri Lankan Civil War. Foreign travel to Pasikudah has recently increased due to growth in investment and development.

DAY 07

Polonnaruwa

After breakfast, leave to Polonnaruwa. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site. Today the ancient city of Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archaeological relic cities in the country, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom's first rulers. After lunch en route enjoy with Minneriya National park or Medirigiriya or enjoy with Elephant ride at Habarana. In these parks, large numbers of Sri Lankan elephants are attracted to grass fields on the edges of the reservoir during the dry season. Overnight stay at Dambulla or Sigiriya.

DAY 08

Dambulla or Sigiriya

After breakfast, leave to Dambulla. It is the centre of vegetable distribution in the country. Major attractions of the area include the largest and best preserved cave temple complex of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya is one of the most valuable historical monuments of Sri Lanka. En route visit Medirigiriya and Pidurangala. Afternoon visit Sigiriya rock. Referred by locals as the Eighth Wonder of the World Sigiriya Rock Fortress has significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Afternoon visit to Sigiriya rock. Overnight stay at Sigiriya.

DAY 09

Kandy

After breakfast, leave to Kandy. En route visit Dambulla which is a large town, situated in the Matale District, Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is the centre of vegetable distribution in the country. Major attractions of the area include the largest and best preserved cave temple complex. Ibbankatuwa prehistoric burial site near Dambulla cave temple complexes is the latest archaeological site of significant historical importance found in Dambulla. En route visit Nalanda Gedige, spice growing in the natural habitat and Hindu temple at Matale. Overnight stay at Kandy.

DAY 10

Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, head to the city in the hills Nuwara Eliya. Nuwara Eliya is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. 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 considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. En route visit Tea plantation and Factory, waterfalls very beautiful surrounding, city tour. Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 11

Ella

In the early morning, at 5 am, head to visit Horton Plains. Horton Plains National Park is a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and is covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. Then proceed to visit Ella. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The Ella Gap allows views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya to Ella is considered as the best train Journey in Sri Lanka. After lunch 3pm trekking to little Adam’s peak or Ella Rock. Overnight stay at Ella.

DAY 12

Tissamaharama

After breakfast, leave to Tissamaharama. Tissamaharama is one of the most pleasant towns in the southern coast. The beautiful man-made tank (reservoir) in Tissa, Tissa Wewa with its remarkable bird life provides the scenic backdrop to the town. En route visit to the Rawana waterfall, Buduruwagala temple. After lunch visit to the Yala national park. Yala hosts a variety of ecosystems ranging from moist monsoon forests to freshwater and marine wetlands. It is one of the 70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, Sri Lankan leopards and aquatic birds. Overnight stay at Tissamaharama.

DAY 13

Galle

After breakfast, leave to Galle. Galle is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the southwestern tip, 119 km from Colombo. On 26 December 2004, the city was devastated by the massive tsunami caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake, which occurred off the coast of Indonesia a thousand miles away. En route visit stick fishing, turtle hatchery and Galle fort, maritime museum, Galle lighthouse. Other prominent landmarks in Galle include the city's natural harbor, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary's Cathedral and one of the main Shiva temples on the island. Overnight stay at Galle.

DAY 14

Airport

Proceed back to the Airport for Departure.

Tour itinerary

PRICE INCLUDES

  • Transport in a Private luxury CAR/VAN with services of an English speaking driver guide throughout the stay with sightseeing
  • Snack and water bottle for Refreshment
  • Parking fees
  • Highway fees (Arrival and Departure)
  • Arrival / Departure transfers
  • Government taxes
  • Airport pick up
  • Assistance at the airport
  • Fuel/ Driver Bata/ Local insurance for the vehicle
  • PRICE EXCLUDES

  • Accommodation and Meals
  • Extras of a personal nature such as liquor, laundry etc.
  • Entrance fees to places of sightseeing (could be paid directly at each site) Tips and porterage
  • International air fares and visa fees
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