Day  1 &  2:  Airport to Sigiriya

You will be warmly welcomed by Heart Attached Holiday’s representative on arrival and will be transferred to Cultural Triangle in Sri Lanka. Cultural triangle is situated in the centre of the island and covers an area which includes the World Heritage cultural sites of the Sacred Cities of Habarana, Sigiriya and Dambulla. They are visited by many pilgrims & tourists.

Attractions/ Sightseeing:

• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage & open air zoo en route
• Engage in a Village tour and elephant back ride.
• Famous Dambulla cave Temple
• Climb the Rock Fortress of Sigiriya
• Engage in Minneriya Safari (Optional)

Entrance Fees:

• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage 20 $ (Half rates for kids)
• Millenium Elephant Foundation 10$
• Elephant back Ride (Pinnawala / Habarana) (Optional) 20 $
• Pinnawala Open Air Zoo 10 $ (Half rates for kids)
• Sigiriya Fortress 30$ (Half rates for kids)
• Village Tour (Cart ride+ catamaran ride+ lunch) (Optional) 35$ (SAARC & other countries)
• Village Lunch Only (Optional) 15$
• Minneriya National park (Optional) 25$
• Minneriya Jeep Safari (Optional) 45$
• Dambulla Golden Temple & Museum 15$
• Kaudulla Park,Habarana (Optional) 20$
• SAARC Nationals – Preferential tariffs at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Temple of Tooth
• Unless & otherwise stated, fee stated are per person. Kids below 5 go free and kids between 6-12 go half rate
• Rates for jeeps and boats are for per vehicle

Other Information’s

• Airport to Sigiriya 5 hour Journey
• Sigiriya is one of the UNESCO world heritage
• Head scarf’s not allowed in  Temples

Overnight stay and breakfast in Sigiriya: 

Option 1: Amaranthe classic Resort – 2* – (Standard Room)
Option 2: Eden Garden – 3* – (Standard Room)

Day 3 & 4: Sigiriya to Kandy

After breakfast you 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:

• Arts & Crafts centre
• Spice & herbal gardens en route
• Royal Botanical Garden Peradeniya
• Kandy city tour including visit to Temple of Lord Buddha’s tooth relic
• Gem museums & batik factory
• Witness a cultural show

Entrance Fees:

• Royal botanical gardens 10 $
• Kandy Temple of Lord Buddha’s tooth relic 10 $
• Kandy Museum 10$
• Hunas waterfalls 02$ (Optional)
• Railway Station Museum Kadugannawa 05$ (Optional)
• Ambuluwawa Temple, Gampola (Optional) 05$
• Embekka Temple (Optional) 03$
• Helgas Folly Museum 05$
• Udawatta kele Sanctuary (Optional) 05$

Other Information’s:

•  Sigiriya to Kandy 3 hour journey
• Complimentary Cultural show for Heart Attached Holidays clients
• Head scarf’s not allowed in  temples

Overnight stay and breakfast in Kandy:

Option 1: Delma Mount View – 2*+  (Standard Room)
Option 2: Winter Villa – 3* – (Deluxe Room)

Day  5 & 6 : Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast you will be transferred to 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:

• Ramboda water falls
• Visit Haggala botanical garden
• Gregory Lake
• Engage in swan boat ride (optional)
• Ambewala Farm & Strawberry garden

Entrance Fees:

•  Haggala Botanical gardens    10$
•  Boat Ride (Per Boat) 35$
•  Strawberry Garden 02$
•  Ambewala farm 05$
•  Ramboda Falls 02$
•  Horton Plains 20$
• Moon Plains 20$
• Jeep  Horton & Moon Plains (Per Jeep) 45$

Other Information:

•  Kandy to Nuwara Eliya 3 hours journey
•  Need to take 4WD jeep to access Horton plains (40$ Cost Not Included)

Overnight stay and breakfast in Nuwara Eliya:

Option 1: Eeescart Nuwara Eliya Resort 2* (Standard Room)
Option 2: Camellia Lake Resort 2* (Standard Room)

Day 7 : Nuwara Eliya – Yala

After the breakfast you will be transferred to Yala. The most visited national park in Sri Lanka. The area around Yala has hosted several ancient civilizations.

Attractions/Sightseeing:

• Jeep safari in the Yala national park to spot leopards, deer, bear and rare birds
• Beautiful butterflies, elephants and dozens of other animals will surely keep your camera busy here

Entrance Fees:
• Yala National park    25$

• Yala Jeep Safari  45$ (Per Boat)

Other Information:

• Nuwara Eliya to Yala 5 hour journey

Overnight stay and breakfast in Yala:

Option 1: Hotel Nilketha 2* (Standard Room)
Option 2: Rain Tree Hotel 3* (Standard Room)

Day 8 & 9:  Yala – Hikkaduwa

Today you will be transferred to the down south of Sri Lanka. In tropical Sri Lanka, the phrase “Hikkaduwa” almost always translates to a mesmerizing holiday in the beach. This coastal paradise, well known for its pristine beaches, aqua blue sea and coral reefs, is your home for the next few days. Engage with your soul whilst exploring the coral reef, try a whale watching trip (optional) early morning or gaze endlessly at the beautiful azure ocean from your private balcony.

Attractions/Sightseeing:

• Visit Dutch Fort of Galle en-route – the most famous landmark of this town
• Engage in Fishing Trip (Optional)
• Dozens of water sports
• Visit turtle hatchery
• Visit moon stone extract process and cinnamon making process
• Engage in fun filled Madhu river boat safari (Optional)

Entrance Fees:

• Galle fort museum    10$
• Madhu River Safari (Per Boat) 45$
• Witness coral reeves in glass-bottom boat (Optional)  25$
• Turtle Hatchery 05$
• Richmond Castle Kalutara (Optional) 02$
• Para motoring at Bentota (Optional) 100$
• Brief Garden, Dharga Town (Optional) 15$
• Jetski (Optional) 40$
• Windsurfing (Optional) 15$
• Tube ride (Optional) 10$

Other Information:

• Yala to Hikkaduwa 2 hour journey

• Water Sports (Cost Not Included)

Overnight stay and breakfast in Hikkaduwa:
Option 1: Thaai Lanka 2* (Standard Room)
Option 2: Hikkaduwa Beach Hotel 3* (Standard Room)

Day 10 : Hikkaduwa to Colombo

After a lovely stay around the beach paradise, 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
• Engage in Colombo City tour & Shopping

Entrance Fees:

• National Museum of Sri Lanka 05 $
• Dehiwala Zoo (Optional) 20 $ (Half rates for kids)
• Kelaniya water world (Optional) 05$ (Half rates for kids)
• Gangaramaya Temple (Optional) 03$

Other Information:

• Hikkaduwa to Colombo 3 hour Journey
• Head scarf’s not allowed in  Temples

Overnight stay and breakfast in Colombo:

Option 1: Hotel City Breeze by Amaranta – 2* (Standard Room)
Option 2: Hotel Sapphire – 3* (Standard Room)

Day  11: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!

Ayubowan!

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