DAY 1: Airport to Kandy

You will be welcomed to the miraculous island of Sri Lanka by Heart Attached Holidays  representative at the Colombo airport and transferred to Kandy.

Depending on the flight times (early morning flights are preferred) engage in your first Sri Lankan adventure to the Udawattakele Forest Reserve. This is a lush green forestry covered with 200-300 years old giant lianas, canopy of tall trees and rare fauna and flora. As much as the natural beauty, it’s also famous for its historical importance with many sites used by royalty in the past. Once forbidden for general public, only to be used by majestic royals of Sri Lanka, this natural beauty is now all yours to explore.

Evening wrap up your long day viewing electrifying cultural show or at your convenience rest and relax in the hotel.

Overnight stay and breakfast in Kandy
Option 1: Emerald Hills (3*)
Option 2: Earl’s Regent (4*)

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel time: Airport to Kandy : Approx 4 hrs
• We represent entire range of hotels in Sri Lanka and hence, able to offer the accommodation of your choice.
• All Heart Attached clients will be entitled to complimentary Cultural show·
• Head scarfs not allowed in  Temples·
• Footwear must be removed before entering to religious sites (Mosques , temples, etc)·
• Restaurants and mosques are available en route
• Entrance fees not included to any sites or attractions, unless otherwise stated

DAY 2: Kandy

Take a tour to Knuckles mountain range after an early breakfast. Resembling knuckles of a closed fist, this is one of most attractive adventure sites in the hill country. You could engage in scenic adventures of hiking, biking, or trekking across the rivers, through the forests, listening to gushing waterfalls, witnessing tea, and paddy terraces up to the mountains, to be lulled in the endless breathtaking views from a hill top.

Overnight stay and breakfast in Kandy:
Option 1: Emerald Hills (3*)
Option 2: Earl’s Regent (4*)

DAY 3: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Be prepared for another adventure today. Leave Kandy and head to Nuwara Eliya this beautiful morning to enjoy the cold weather. Nuwara Eliya lies 6,000 feet above the sea level produces world’s No. 1 Ceylon Tea.
En route visit a tea factory and a tea plantation to get a first-hand experience of tea processing. Enjoy a sip of pure Ceylon Tea!
Keep your camera handy and admire breath-taking waterfalls, scenery and green carpeted tea bushes all the way to your hotel.
Then drive straight to Nuwara Eliya where you will be welcomed by acres of emerald green tea valley.

Overnight stay and breakfast at hotel of your choice in Nuwara Eliya.
Option 1 – Grand Camellia (3*)
Option 2 – St. Andrews (3*+)

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel time:  Kandy to Nuwara Eliya : Approx 3 hrs
• Average temperature: 18 to 22 C
• Warm clothes and pullovers recommended – More hotel choices available to suit your budget
• Entrance fees not included to any sites or attractions, unless otherwise stated

DAY 4: Nuwara Eliya

Engage in yet another super adventure today. Today you will be visiting Horton Plains – the only highland national park in Sri Lanka. At an altitude of 6,900–7,500 ft and is rich in biodiversity, many species found here are endemic to the region. The Plains also feature many interesting attractions such as ‘Bakers Falls’, ‘Chimney Pool’ and the famous ‘World’s End’ (a 3,700 ft sheer drop that offers fabulous views of the tea estates below and all the way out to the distant southern coastline
On the way witness lush greenery of the Ambewela farm. Why not stop your journey for a hot cup of farm fresh milk? En-route enjoy a fun-filled tractor tour to Strawberry Farm too.

Overnight stay and breakfast at hotel of your choice in Nuwara Eliya.
Option 1 – Grand Camellia (3*)
Option 2 – St. Andrews (3*+)

DAY 5: Nuwara Eliya to Lipton Seat (Haputale) to Nuwara Eliya

We didn’t plan your day today. Not because we forgot, but because we wanted you to decide. You could spend the day ideally in leisure comforting yourself in a well – deserved relaxation after past few days of unforgettable adventures.
However, if you still want there are many optional excursions you could carry on such as a trip to the Lipton seat –best viewing point of Sri Lanka, or carry on much relaxed golf tour, horse ride or peaceful stroll down to the Nuwara Eliya town centre.

Overnight stay and breakfast at hotel of your choice in Nuwara Eliya.
Option 1 – Grand Camellia (3*)
Option 2 – St. Andrews (3*+)

DAY 6: Departure

Leave cool hill resort after an early breakfast and reach Colombo by mid-day.
Don’t forget to stop-over at Kitulgala en route. World famous 1957 Oscar award winning The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed here. Here lies one of world’s best kept secrets, but not among the adventurists of course. Kitulgala – identified as one of the best places in the world for White Water Rafting.  A perfect place to get your paddle wet for the amateurs as well as professionals alike. Kitulgala offers rafting trips with challenging rapids, spectacular scenery and one of a kind experience. Experience the thrill of shooting rapids and the euphoria of making it through.
If you have more energy left ride the bike up to Beli Lena Caves, which is a 7 kilometre ride through beautiful landscapes. The two-wheeled journey listening to the birds’ songs and flowing water of the river will bring you to a place which saves a history beyond 12,000 years ago!
Colombo, the Commercial capital and the lively hub of Sri Lanka is one of most sought-after place for shopping in the world! Visitors to Sri Lanka never miss an opportunity, especially while they are in Colombo. From gems to garments, footwear to pure Ceylon tea, you will never run out for a bargain.

Depending on your flight schedule engage in a brief city tour in Colombo.

Finally, leave for airport with many loving memories of this magical island of Sri Lanka. We wish you a pleasant and safe journey!

OTHER INFORMATION

• Travel time: Approx 6 hrs
• Please be at airport 3 hrs prior to departure time
• Tipping & gratuities are customary in Sri Lanka. If you are satisfied with your guide / chauffeur guide consider offering a decent tip at the end of the tour.
• Kindly handover “Feedback” form to your guide. We value your comments to improve our services.
• Please review us on Trip Advisor. (Asia / Sri Lanka Forum) and on Facebook, Heart Attached Holidays, Sri Lanka Review section. Many thanks.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS (Form an integral part of the contract)
Cost includes:

• Meeting and assistance at the airport on arrival and departure (Airport transfers)
• Accommodation at hotels specified or similar (in case of unavailability of the above mentioned hotels at the time of booking) with Breakfast starting from day 2.
• Transportation in an Air-conditioned car / van / coach with English speaking driver guide / professional guide lecturer
• All local taxes.

Cost excludes:

• Lunch
• Camera and video permits
• Optional excursions
• Entrance fees  (other than specified)
• Tips and porter charges
• Cost of beverages throughout the tour
• Any other services not specified above
• Christmas & New Year eve supplements at hotels, where applicable

General Conditions:

• Optional excursions / day tours and additional services could be provided for which additional charge/s applicable
• 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)

Payment Conditions:

• Six weeks or more prior to the travel date – 50% of the total tour cost as an advance.
• Less than six weeks – 100% of the tour cost in advance.
• Remittance should be sent within 5 working days of receiving the Travel Invoice and Hotel Confirmation Voucher.
• All the bank charges are on account of the client. Local bank charges borne by us.
• Credit card payment will attract additional 4% – 5% depending on the type of cards

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

Kids Policy:

• Below 04 years will be free of charge
• Between 04 – 12 will be chargeable
• Extra bed will cost USD 15-25 per night

Visa & Passport:

Visa can be obtained online. For further details please visit www.eta.gov.lk
Please ensure your passport is valid for 06 months from the date of travel.