Green. It’s the first word that comes to mind when we think of Sri Lanka. Enjoy exploring this verdant rain-washed destination surrounded with fresh air, beautiful landscapes, and sunny weather. We’ll take you to the cities of Colombo, Kandy and Nuwara Eliya for some amazing one-in-a-lifetime experiences. Bazaar, museums, elephants, art and craft, tea, Buddhism, heritage, history…Sri Lanka is a different kind of Asia waiting for you to discover it.
Great For Family…
| Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Beruwala- Bentota – Colombo |
| 05 Nights – 06 Days |
| Day 01: | Colombo Airport – Pinnawala – Kandy |
| On arrival in Colombo, you’ll be received by a member of our local team or an appointed driver, who will take care of your transfer and check in formality at the hotel in Kandy. We proceed to Kandy, enroute visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. The elephant orphanage at Pinnawala is a home for about 60 elephants (out of which some are baby elephants) found abandoned or orphaned in the wild. They are being cared, fed and trained by the Wildlife Authority. You could also accompany the elephants to a river close by to see them having their daily baths. Later we leave for Kandy but with some short halts. Enroute, we visit a Spice Garden in Mawanella. The city is surrounded by large plantations and is famous for its spice gardens. Visit a spice garden to see the different spices, which Sri Lanka is famous for. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed. Next halt shall be at The Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya. This botanical garden was first built as a pleasure garden by a Sinhala king and was expanded by the British. It is 147 acres in extent and provides an amazing variety of trees, plants and flowers. Later we proceed to hotel for check-in and relax. In the evening you can take a stroll in Kandy local market & also you can visit the arts & crafts centre and a gem lapidary. Conclude your day with the The Kandyan dance, which is flourished under the Kandyan kings from the 16th through the 19th centuries, and today it is considered the national dance of Sri Lanka. Overnight at a hotel in Kandy. | |
| Day 02: | Kandy – Nuwara Eliya |
| Rise and shine at early hours.After breakfast visit Temple of the Tooth Relic Kandy, one of the most sacred sites as it is the home of the “Dalada Maligawa”. Kandy was the capital of the Sinhalese Kings from 1592 to 1815. Fortified by a terrain due to this temple. Later return to your hotel for check-out and leave for Nuwara Eliya (77 km/2 hours). On the way to N’Eliya, take a brief halt to see Ramboda waterfalls. Next halt shall be at the tea plantation and a tea factory where the popular tea within the world is produced. Here, you’ll observe the method of making tea. You’ll also see how tea is graded. Taste a cup of pure Ceylon tea within the factory. After that, transfer to Nuwara Eliya on arrival check-in into the hotel and have lunch, the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in N’Eliya. | |
| Day 03: | Nuwara Eliya |
| After breakfast, rest of the day to explore N’Eliya. Because of its invigorating mountain climate and scenery, N’Eliya is Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort. Today you can visit Hakagala Botanical Gardens (Ashok Vatika), Divurumpola & Seetha Amman temple. The naturally landscaped Hakagala Botanical Gardens which displays roses and tree ferns, and shelters monkeys and blue magpies. This garden is believed to be the Ashok Vatika that was located in the kingdom of the Rakshasa king Ravana, as mentioned in the Vishnu Purana and the Hindu epic Ramayana of Valmiki. Divurumpola, means a ·place of oath·. Divurumpola is the place that Sita Devi, after her liberation from King Ravana underwent a test to prove here chastity by offering herself to fire. Seetha Amman temple, Seetha Eliya– The stream that runs from the hill, catered to the needs of Sita Devi during her stay at Ashoka Vatika. She is said to have bathed in this stream. Now there is temple for Lord Rama, Sita Devi, Lakshmana, and Hanuman by the side of this stream. And in the evening One can roam around the lake Gregory and can enjoy boating in this serene lake. The lake is a popular spot for a picnic and may also explore the lake by hiring a bicycle. Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya. | |
| Day 04: | Nuwara Eliya – Bentota (6 hrs) |
| After an early breakfast, check out & leave for Bentota. En route we take a short halt at Ravana Ella Water Falls. On arrival check into the hotel. You can take a leisurely walk on amazing Bentota Beach and spend time, sitting at the shakes at the beach. Overnight in Bentota. |
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| Day 05: | Bentota SS – Colombo |
| After an early breakfast, we do check out and explore Bentota before our onward journey for Colombo. We proceed for palm-dotted Hikkaduwa Beach, lined with restaurants and bars. The shallow waters opposite Hikkaduwa Beach shelter the Hikkaduwa park, which is a coral sanctuary and residence to marine turtles and exotic fish. This place is popular for glass bottom ride to see corals and sea turtles. Next halt shall be at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. They have the Care program which aims to protect sea turtle eggs and increase hatching rates. Next halt will be at Balapitiya. A coastal town situated on the southern province of the state. Here, you enjoy a memorable Maduganga River ride. Madu River is located at the south of Sri Lanka near Galle. The water of the river is dotted with small islands. Thus, the banks are all covered with opulent mangrove forests that are home to dozens of incredible animal species. Enjoy many vibrant tropical birds and a few crocodiles if you’re lucky enough. Post lunch break we start out journey for Colombo. On arrival check into the hotel. After freshened up your chauffeur guide will take you on a half-day Colombo City tour. This tour is about some brief encounter with Colombo’s must-see places. You shall visit Folk Art Centre at Battaramulla. Drive past the Capital of Sri Lanka – Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka’s heroes’ Complex Kotte, Bandaranaike Memorial International Center, and Town Hall. Later your driver will drop you near Beira Lake. It’s delightful just having a stroll around the lake. Another peaceful experience shall be a visit to Buddhist Temple Seema Malaka. You feel absolute calm when you come here. With the entrance fees of this temple, you can visit one more Buddhist Temple named Gangaramaya. Here you will feel an atmosphere of worship and religion. Later free time for shopping. Colombo has several popular supermarkets, but the best shops to visit are Barefoot & Paradise Road. Barefoot is a store, bookshop, gallery, cafe, performance space and place to hang out And Paradise Road offers an abundance of things you’ll want to fill your home with. Conclude your tour with a leisurely walk on Marine Drive and dine at one of the famous restaurants serving food of your choice. Return to your hotel & Overnight stay in Colombo. | |
| Day 06: | Colombo – Hometown Departure |
| After breakfast, move on to the airport to catch your flight back home. |
Please note: Tour itinerary is subject change…
| Destination | Night | 3*** and above | 4*** and above |
| Kandy | 1 N | Fox Kandy*** | Ozo Kandy **** |
| Nuwara Eliya | 2 N | Oak Ray Summer Hill Breeze*** | Araliya Green Hills**** |
| Bentota | 1 N | The Palm*** | Marina Bentota**** |
| Colombo | 1 N | Nippon Hotel*** | Galadari **** |
Package Cost
| 3 star | 4 star | |
| Cost: Per person on Twin sharing Basis | USD | USD |
| Package categories: Standard 3 star | ||
| Per person on Twin sharing Basis. | 354 | 485 |
| Reduction per person on Triple Sharing. | 66 | 104 |
| Children Age between 3 – 6 years w/o Extra Bed.* | FREE | FREE |
| Children Age Between 6-12 years with Extra Bed | 155 | 146 |
| Children below 2 years – Free of Charge | FREE | FREE |
| Single Supplement | 276 | 337 |
Please Note:
Hotel rooms are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
All above rates are Nett and include current government taxes. If any taxes are revised, including VAT & NBT, the rates quoted will be revised accordingly.
These rates are subject to change without prior notice in the event government changes the tax policy.
Terms & Conditions
What is included?
- Assistance at the Airport.
- Accommodation in standard rooms on HB basis for no. nights as per the itinerary at hotels specified or of similar standard.
- Visit site seeing entry Pinnawala elephant Orphanage, Kandy Temple, Botanical Garden, Turtle Hatchery, Seema Malakaya & Gangaramaya Temple.
- Transfers on a private basis in A/C vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur Driver.
- City tour & visiting of sites in cities where the clients are spending the night.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle as per the Itinerary.
- Service of English knowing Chauffeur Guide.
- All related government taxes.
What is not included?
- Video and Camera permits.
- Lunch throughout the tour.
- Cost for the Boat Rides / Jeep Safaris.
- Anything is relevant to Air Ticketing.
- Additional running other than the above-specified program.
- Visa fee & other charges (Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application directly).
- Early Check in / late check out to / from Hotels.
- Expenses of a personal nature.
- Tips and Porterage
- Any other services not specified above.
Cancellation Charges:
21 days or less
100% cancellation charge.
Between 22 days and 28 days
50% cancellation charges or the equivalent of the first two days charges depending on the programme and period of stay.
Above 29 days
No cancellation charges are provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties
Important:
- The official check-in time at all hotels will be 1400hrs.
- The official check-out time at all hotels will be 1100hrs.
- The extra bed in a triple room will be a foldable or rollaway bed.
- Visits to wildlife parks will be at the client’s own risk.
- Safari vehicles (none air-conditioned) available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours).
Please note: Tour Cost is subject change.
