Sensational Sri Lanka – 8 Days

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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