05N/06D Sri Lanka Tour

05 nights/06 days Sri Lanka Tour

 

Day 01: Airport | Kandy (Approx.  2hr to 2 & ½ hrs drive)

 

Welcome to Sri Lanka!  On arrival, meet & assistance by our airport representative.

Meet your tour guide & proceed to Kandy via Pinnawala. Visit a Spice Garden & a Batik Factory. 

(Optional) Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.

Check in to hotel by afternoon & relax.

Evening, do a city tour of Kandy. Visit Kandy city, lake bazaars, art & craft a gem museum & lapidary.

(Optional) Visit Royal Botanical Gardens

(Optional) Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic & witness a cultural dance show.

 

Spice garden: Since time immemorial, this emerald isle has remained popular for its exotic spices, the world over. To those who bear interest in these rich elements that stirred the interests of many nations, the spice gardens located in Kandy, Matale and Mawanella offer wonderful opportunities to view these spices up-close. The gardens are not only delightful spots for a stroll midst the fragrant greenery but also offer interesting perspectives into the local spices, as the visitors are educated on the diverse variety of spices available in the country as well as on how they are grown and processed.

 

Batik factory: Where you can see the manufacture of beautiful Batik prints and purchase a wide variety of Batik items.

 

Kandy: Often referred to as the hill capital of Sri Lanka, Kandy offers a diverse variety of experiences to its visitors ranging from history, culture and simple scenic beauty coupled with a touch of urbanity. It was the last Sinhalese Kingdom that fell under British rule in 1815. The journey to this mellow weathered city can be quite enjoyable, particularly by train owing to the scenic delights that lie alongside. The city’s colonial architecture has been preserved well even in the backdrop of rapid urbanization. Close to the city’s center is the prime landmark - Sri Dalada Maligawa that houses the sacred tooth relic of Buddha. Apart from the ancient monuments of the Kandyan era, the delightful jumble of antique shops and the bustling market in the city also make up for interesting places to visit.

 

Overnight stay in Kandy | Meals – NA

 

Day 2: Kandy | Nuwara Eliya (Approx.  2 & ½ hrs drive)

 

After breakfast at hotel, leave for Nuwara Eliya.

En route, visit Tea Plantation & factory to see how Ceylon Tea is made. Visit Ramboda falls waterfall.

Check in to hotel by afternoon & relax.

Evening, do city tour & enjoy sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya

(Optional) Visit Gregory Lake Park

(Optional) Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden

 

Tea Plantations: Tea was first planted in Sri Lanka in 1824 at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, when a few plants were brought from China. More were introduced from Assam in 1839. In 1867, a Scottish planter named James Taylor planted tea seedlings in 8 hectares of forestland in the Loolecondera Estate. In 1873, the tea export industry of Sri Lanka began with a modest 23 lbs. being shipped to London. Today more than 200,000 hectares in highlands and other areas are under tea and around 300 million kilograms (nearly 25% of world tea exports) are exported by Sri Lanka as the world’s second-largest tea exporter. Tea grows only on rolling terrain and is classified by elevation into Low Grown.

 

Nuwara Eliya: The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of mountains, valleys, waterfalls, and tea plantations and is 6,200 feet above sea level. In 1826 some British Officers out on shooting, chanced on Nuwara Eliya plains, and Sir Edward Barnes investigated on it. In 1828 a road was constructed over the ridge at Ramboda Pass and a station for convalescent soldiers was established. It was Sir Samuel Baker who fell under the spell of Nuwara Eliya, brought hounds, horses, cattle, sheep etc. and started a typical English farm here. Flowers and vegetables were brought from England and planted. It is supposed to be one of the coldest places on the Island but is just like an England spring day although the temperature does drop at night.

 

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya | Meals – Breakfast

 

Day 3: Nuwara Eliya | Udawalawe (Approx.  3 & ½ hrs drive)

 

After breakfast, proceed to Udawalawe.

Enjoy the scenic beauty on the way.

Check in to the hotel in the afternoon & relax.

(Optional) Afternoon, enjoy a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park.

 

Udawalawe National Park: Home to scenic landscapes and rare wildlife that rival the savannah reserves of Africa, the Udawalawe National Park is a treasure of this emerald isle. Nourished by the Udawala reservoir, the park is located between the Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces, stretching over 30,000 hectares. It is most popular for elephant sightings as the verdure shelters close to 500 jumbos. The riches within the park do not end there; flocks of sambar deer, wild buffaloes, bandicoots, foxes, water-monitor lizards, crocodiles, sloth bears, the occasional leopards and a wealth of reptiles and birds can also be observed in their natural habitats. Birdwatching and camping arrangements are available.

 

Overnight stay in Udawalawe | Meals – Breakfast

 

Day 4: Udawalawe | Bentota (Approx.  4hrs drive)

 

After breakfast, leave for Bentota.

Check-in to the hotel by afternoon & relax.

Evening, do a city tour of Bentota.

(Optional) Visit a Turtle Hatchery.

(Optional) Enjoy a boat safari in Madu river.

 

Turtles Hatchery: The Ahungalla turtle hatchery in the Southern province was one of the earliest attempts to safeguard local turtles from extinction. Managed by the Sri Lanka Wildlife Protection Society, the Ahangama hatchery offers a wildlife experience of a different sort. Its visitors are offered the opportunity to watch new-born turtles as well as some rare species of adult turtles including Olive Ridley, the Hawksbill, the Green Turtle, the Loggerhead and the Leatherback, swimming about the massive tanks as they beat their flippers against the water.

 

A picturesque boat trip on the ‘Madhu Ganga’ river: The primitive lifestyle of the inhabitant of the island of the Madu River is only a boat ride away. The boat ride takes us through the thick mangroves and abundant bird life, to reveal the primitive style of fishing and prawn trapping still practiced by the inhabitants of the islands.

 

Overnight stay in Bentota | Meals – Breakfast

 

 

Day 5: Bentota | Colombo (Approx.  1 & ½ hrs drive)

 

Breakfast at hotel. Morning free at leisure.

Check out before noon & leave for Colombo. Arrive and check-in at the hotel by afternoon & relax.

Evening, enjoy a city tour of Colombo & time for shopping.

(Optional) Visit Gangarama Temple.

(Optional) Visit Lotus tower.

 

Colombo: Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and major port – Colombo, is a fine amalgamation of all the hues and cultures within this paradise isle. This chic metropolitan that accommodates skyscrapers, sandy beaches and a collage of markets and gardens, brings together the many facets of this island nation. If you are on a tight schedule, you would appreciate the many opportunities Colombo offers for fine dining and shopping, not to mention the overarching beauty of the city’s rapidly developing landscape, a perfect combination of well-preserved colonial architecture and urbanity. Meanwhile, if you are free to spend a few days in the city you will be amazed by the many cultural and historical wonders located within locales such as Fort and Cinnamon Gardens. The bustling market streets of Pettah also make up for an interesting place to visit.

 

Overnight stay in Colombo | Meals - Breakfast

 

Day 06: Colombo| Airport (Approx. 1hr drive)

 

Breakfast at hotel. Check out before noon & leave for Colombo International Airport for departure.

Departure | Meals - Breakfast

 

End of a memorable tour to Sri Lanka!

 

Package includes:

Meet & assistance at the airport.

Accommodation in starting category rooms at hotels mentioned or similar.

Meals on BB basis starting from Breakfast on day 02 & ending with Breakfast on the departure day.

Transportation by an AC Luxury vehicle.

Service of an English-speaking National Guide throughout the tour.

City tour in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota & Colombo.

Highway Tolls.

Parking Fees.

Government taxes.

 

Value added services from Ceylon Roots on Complimentary basis:

Welcome with flower garlands on arrival at the airport.

One Mineral Water bottle (500ml) per person while on tour.

Spice tea & coco tea free flow during spice garden visit.

Saffron cake with a fruit during spice garden visit.

Gem museum orientation.

Visit to cultural performance at Kandy complimentary.

Wheel Chair for People with a disability (on request).

 

Package Excludes:

Sri Lanka Visa (ETA).

Cost of Entrance Fees.

Cost of Jeep Safaris/Boat Safaris other than mentioned under the price inclusions.

Lunch & Dinner.

Cost of Beverages during meals.

Items listed under supplementary cost details.

Video & Camera permits

Tips & porterages

Early check in or late checkout charges.

Cost of Optional activities.

Kandy Perahera supplement at Kandy hotels from 10^th – 20^th Aug 2023.

Cost of personal nature such as Laundry, Telephone calls, mini bar, etc.

Usage of vehicle, driver or guide beyond the given route, drives after 6:00pm, usage of guide beyond the mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary.

Cost of extension of the validity or deviation from the route of the tour

Extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, forced majeure instances, natural calamities, etc.

Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any Individual unforeseen cost incurring incidence.

Add-on sightseeing/activities along with transfers if done other than mentioned in the tour program.

Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Your Tour Price Includes Column'.

Rates & validity:

All rates quoted are in US Dollars (US$) and are non-commissionable.  The rates in this document are subject to change/revision based on any increase / decrease in the hotels’/suppliers’ rates or the taxes imposed by the government.

 

Important:

The above-mentioned hotels will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. If otherwise suitable alternatives will be suggested prior to confirmation.

The consumption of alcohol during “Poya Days” at bars, clubs and other public areas of the hotel and operation of similar forms of entertainment establishments is prohibited by law in Sri Lanka. It is recommended that clients contact the reception to obtain their respective formalities during their holiday.

IMPORTANT – Kindly note that check in time to all hotels will be at 1400 hrs and check out is at 1200.

All transfer times mentioned above are subject to variations depending on traffic flow and road conditions.

 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation or any amendment 30 days prior to arrival 25% cancellation

Cancellation or any amendment 14 days prior to arrival 50% cancellation

Cancellation or any amendment 07 days prior to arrival 100% cancellation