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 : Earl’s Regency Hotel (5*)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Travel Time: Approx 4 hrs
- Average temperature : 25 C
- Footwears 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 sighseeings.
Attractions / Sightseeing
- Temple of Lord Buddha’s tooth relic *
- Gem museum & batik factory
- Boat ride in Kandy 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 : Earl’s Regency Hotel (5*)
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: St. Andrew’s Hotel (4*)
Option 2 : Grand Hotel (4* Colonial Hotel)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Travel Time: Approx 3 hrs
- Average temperature : 18 C to 25 C
- Entrance fees / optional excursion costs not included (*)
- More hotel choices available to suit your budget Travel Time: Approx 4 hrs
- Footwear not allowed inside the religious sites
- Restaurants and mosques available en route
DAY 4: Nuwara Eliya to Bentota / Beruwela
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 / Beruwela city tour
- Visit the famous Ketchimale mosque in Beruwela
- Boat Ride (Optional) in Bentota river*
- Engage in (Optional) water sports (Wind surfing, tube ride, jet ski, canoeing, etc) in Bentota*
- Overnight Stay and breakfast in Beruwela / 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 5: Bentota to Galle to Bentota
Early morning feast your eyes gazing endlessly at the beautiful azure ocean from your private balcony. After breakfast, get ready for a fun filled day on the coast line to Galle. Keep your camera handy to capture the precious moments!
Attractions / Sightseeing:
- Galle Fort and city tour
- National Maritime Museum*
- Galle National Museum*
- Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda*
- Masks Factory
- Glass-bottomed boat tour to witness Coral Reeves (Optional)*
- Snorkelling & Scuba diving (Optional) *
- Engage in fun filled Madhu river boat safari*
OTHER INFORMATION
- Travel time: Approx 2 hrs one way
- Cost of optional excursions / entrance fees not included (*)
- Best time to see coral reeves is between November to April when calm seas and visibility prevails
- Restaurants and mosques available en route
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DAY 6: 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 2 hrs via highway
- Please be at airport 3 hrs prior to departure time (Jan to April 2017 – 5 hrs prior to departure time due to runway construction)
- Jan to Apr 2017, check in counters will be closed 90 min prior to departure
- 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.
Terms and Conditions (Form 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) 3with 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.
- Remittance should be sent within 3 working days of receiving the Invoice. Failing to do so may automatically release the rooms blocked for you.
- All the bank charges borne by the remitter.
- Credit card payment will attract additional 4% – 5% 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
- 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.
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.During peak seasons, (e.g. Dec – Jan) 100% cancellation charge applicable for cancellation within 30 days.
Visa & Passport:
Please visit www.eta.gov.lkfor further details. A visa fee is applicable.
Please ensure your passport is valid for 6 month from the date of arrival.