DAY 1: Airport to Kandy

You will be warmly welcomed by Heart Attached representative on arrival and  will be transferred to beautiful hill capital of Sri Lanka – Kandy.  Kandy, nestled amidst lush mountains in the north of the island’s hill country, takes pride in its distinctive architecture, art and dance. This cultural hub, blessed with natural beauty and pleasant weather is one of the top tourist destinations in Sri Lanka.

Attractions / Sightseeing:

• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage & open air zoo en route *
• Engage in Elephant back ride
• Engage in elephant walk experience or elephant bathing / feeding programme *
• Spice & herbal gardens en route

Overnight Stay and breakfast in Kandy: Option 1: Amaya Hills Resort (4* luxury)
Option 2 : Hunas Falls Hotel (World’s small luxury hotel)

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel Time: Approx 4 hrs
• Average temperature : 25 C
• Footwear not allowed inside the religious sites
• Entrance fees not included. Kids between 5 – 12 go at half rate and below 5 yrs go free. Concessionary rates applicable for SAARC nationals.
• Restaurants and mosques available en route

DAY 2: Kandy

Wake up to the chirping of birds and enjoy the breathtaking views of mountain ranges or restlessly flowing Mahaweli river, the longest river in Sri Lanka. After an energetic breakfast, engage in refreshing Kandy city tour followed by other sightseeing.

Attractions / Sightseeing:

• Temple of Lord Buddha’s tooth relic *
• Gem museum & batik factory
• Boat ride in Kandy Lake (Optional) *
• Sembuwatta lake (Optional) *
• Witness a cultural show offered by Heart Attached complimentarily

Overnight Stay and breakfast in Kandy: Option 1: Amaya Hills Resort (4* luxury)
Option 2 : Hunas Falls Hotel (world’s Smallest Luxury Hotel)

OTHER INFORMATION

•  Head scarves  not allowed inside the temple
•  Footwear not allowed inside the religious sites
•  Entrance fees not included. Kids between 5 – 12 go at half rate and below 5 yrs go free. Concessionary rates   applicable for SAARC nationals.
•  Restaurants and mosques available en route

DAY 3: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya, which is famously known also as little England.  All your way admires the scenes of acres and acres of tea plantations, dozens of waterfalls and beautiful streams. En-route, visit to a tea factory and a tea plantation to “pluck” some first-hand knowledge of the life journey of a tea leaf shouldn’t be missed too.
Attractions / Sightseeing:

• Tea factory and a tea plantation en-route.
• Nuwara Eliya city tour viewing tea plantations, waterfalls, gardens etc
• Get a closer view of Ramboda waterfall *
• Gregory’s Lake *
• Engage in swan boat ride (optional) *

Overnight Stay and breakfast in: Option 1: Grand Hotel (Colonial Type Hotel 4*)
Option 2: Heritance Tea Factory Hotel 4*+

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel Time: Approx 3 hrs
• Average temperature : 18 C to 25 C
• Pack your sweaters and pullovers, its cold here!
• Entrance fees / optional excursion costs not included (*)
• More hotel choices available to suit your budget
• Footwear not allowed inside the religious sites
• Restaurants and mosques available en route

DAY 4: Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, get ready to be amazed by mesmarising views of Ambewala and surrounding. If you are an adventurer and have the passion for nature and trekking, visit the Horton Plains and obtain a first hand experience of World’s End! Thereafter engage in the following sightseeing / optional excursions:

Attractions / Sightseeing:

• Trekking through Horton Plains / World’s End/Bakers Fall
• Ambewala Farm and breathtaking lush green surrounding
• Fun-filled tractor ride to to strawberry farm
• Haggala Botanical Garden
• Seetha Amman Temple
• Day excursion to Ella / Bandarawela / Lipton’s Seat (Optional)

OTHER INFORMATION

• Need to take 4WD Jeep to access to Hortain Plains (Cost $40 Not Included)
• Entrance fees to Horton Plains not included
• It is recommended to visit Horton Plains early morning (say 6 a.m)

DAY 5: Nuwara Eliya to Bentota

Today you will be transferred to the down south of Sri Lanka. In tropical Sri Lanka, the phrase “Bentota” almost always translates to a mesmerizing holiday in the beach. This coastal paradise, well known for its pristine beaches, aqua blue sea and coral reeves, is your home for the next few days.

Attractions / Sightseeing:

• Afternoon engage in Bentota / Aluthgama / Dharga Town / Beruwala city tour
• Visit the famous Ketchimale mosque in Beruwala
• Boat Ride (Optional) in Bentota river*
• Engage in (Optional) water sports (Wind surfing, tube ride, jet ski, canoeing, etc) in Bentota*
• Engage in deep fishing (Optional)Overnight Stay and breakfast in Beruwala / Bentota: Option 1: Cinnamon Bey Hotel (5*)                                                                                                                                      Option 2: Vivanta by Taj Resort (5* luxury)

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel Time: Approx 6 hrs via highway
• Cost of optional excursions not included
• Average temperature : 26 – 30 C
• More hotel choices available to suit your budget
• Restaurants and mosques available en route

DAY 6: Bentota – Galle – Bentota

After breakfast we will take you to Galle Fort, a historical site and a not to miss city in the south.

Attractions / Sightseeing:

• Galle Fort & Surrounding
• Meera Mosque
• Light House
• Maritime Museum
• Rumasalla Mountain
• Dutch Reformed Church
• Turtle Hatchery
• Exhilarating boat ride in Madhu River (optional)
• Mask Factory & Museum
• Moon Mine
• Cinnamon Plantation
• Virgin White Tea Plantation
• Whale Watching (Optional) $50 pp

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel Time: Approx 2 hrs to Galle, one way
• Cost of optional excursions not included
• Average temperature : 26 – 30 C
• Restaurants and mosques available en route

DAY 7: Bentota to Colombo

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Colombo – the commercial capital and the lively hub of Sri Lanka. Witness the landmark buildings of Colombo, and signature styles of some streets and locations in a Colombo city tour. Perhaps take a fun ride on a three-wheeler, or take stroll down Galle face green. Spend the rest of the day in shopping. It’s much lesser known fact that Sri Lanka, especially famous for high quality yet much cheaper clothing, is also a one of the most sought after destinations for vast variety of precious stones, diamonds, aromatic tea and spices as well as extremely rare handicrafts.

Attractions/ Sightseeing:

• Galle face green
• National Museum of Sri Lanka *
• Vihara Mahadevi Park
• Independence Square
• Floating market
• Pettah Bazaar
• Kathiresan Kovil
• Famous Gangaramaya Temple
• Zoological garden
• Engage in Colombo City tour & Shopping (ODEL Promenade, Cotton Collection, House of Fashion, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, etc)

Overnight Stay and breakfast in: Option 1: Shangri-la Colombo 5*
Option 2: The Kingsbury 5*
OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel time: Approx 3 hrs one way
• Entrance fees not included (*)
• Restaurants and mosques available en route

DAY 8: Departure

As another beautiful day winding up, you will be leaving Sri Lanka. Wrap up your unforgettable Sri Lanka journey with a good cup of pure Ceylon tea. Then we will be taking you to Airport to connect with departure flight. Have a safe journey!

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel time: Approx 1 hr
• Please make sure to pack all your personal belongings and valuables
• Tips and gratuity is customary in Sri Lanka. Consider offering a tip to your guide or chauffeur guide if you are happy with their services

 Terms and Conditions (Forms an integral part of the contract)

Cost includes:

• Meeting and assistance at the airport on arrival and airport transfer.
• Accommodation at hotels specified or similar with Breakfast starting from day 2.
• Transportation in an Air-conditioned Car ( up to 3 pax) or Van (4 – 10 pax) with English speaking driver guide.
• All local taxes.

Cost excludes:

• Air fare
• Visa processing charges
• Lunch, dinner or any other supplements
• Camera and video permits
• Optional excursions
• Tips and porter charges
• Cost of beverages throughout the tour
• Any other services not specified above

Payment Conditions:

• Payment only should be made once you receive your Invoice from Heart Attached (Pvt) Ltd.
• Six weeks or more prior to the travel date – 50% of the total tour cost.
• Six weeks or less – 100% of the tour cost.
•  All the bank charges borne by the remitter.
• Local bank charges borne by us.
• Credit card payment will attract additional 4% to 5% charges depending on the card type.

Other Conditions:

• Once confirmed hotels can be changed within cancellation window only with a cancellation fee. Please request more details of the hotels if required or visit their websites / reviews for more information.
• Excursions / day tours except the ones agreed in the above programme are optional and could be provided on an additional fee.
• Entrance Fees are NOT included to any of the attractions, unless mentioned above.
• Travel insurance is not included in the above cost.
• Visits to wild life parks will be at client’s own risk.
• Jeeps available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours).

Cancellation Charges:

• 15 days or less – 100% cancellation charge.
• Between 16 days and 30 days – 50% cancellation charges or the equivalent of the first two days   charges depending on the programme and period of stay.
• Above 30 days – No cancellation charges provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties.
• During peak seasons, (e.g. Dec – Jan) 100% cancellation charge applicable for cancellation within 30 days.

Hotel rules and regulations:

• The official check-in time at all hotels will be 1400hrs.
• The official check-out time at all hotels will be 1100hrs.
• Early check-in and late check-out are on availability basis.
• Cancellation policy will be applicable for any reduction of rooms after the release period.
•  All the supplements should be directly paid to the hotel.

Visa & Passport:

Please visit www.eta.gov.lk for further details. A visa fee is applicable.

Please ensure your passport is valid for 6 month from the date of arrival.