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Overview
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Polonnaruwa
Dambulla Cave Temple
Temple Of The Tooth
Train Ride
Yala National Park
Galle Fort
Detailed Itinerary
A warm welcome awaits you at the arrival lounge of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Katunayake. Your personal driver will give you a brief introduction, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Check in to the hotel and afternoon at leisure.
Overnight stay at Horathapola Estate (Standard Room)
After breakfast, proceed to Sigiriya.
Arrive, check in, and relax.
In the afternoon, set on an exclusive jeep safari at the Minneriya National Park to witness the
unique phenomenon of elephant gathering. During the dry season, from June to September, hundreds of elephants gather around the Minneriya Tank for water. Such a large number of elephants could not be sighted in one place, anywhere else in the world! *Depending on the elephant migration patterns, the safari will be done in Minneriy or Kaudualla or Eco Park.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Water Garden (Deluxe Villa).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
After early climb the Rock Fortress Sigiriya.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress a UNESCO Heritage site is a gigantic rock rising 200m (660ft) from the forested plains below. Also known as “Lions Rock, It is particularly notable for its colourful frescoes that adorn the walls and the two.
Return to the hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Medieval Capital City of Polonnaruwa. This was declared as a UNESCO heritage site in 1982. After the demise of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa became the middle historic capital of Sri Lanka (1017–1235 AD).
Return to hotel.
Dinner & overnight stay at Water Garden (Deluxe Villa).
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
After breakfast leave for Kandy, enroute visit to Dambulla Cave Temple.
Dambulla Rock Cave Temple. Also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, it was declared an UNESCO heritage site in 1991. Dating back to the 1st Century BC, this is the most impressive cave complex in Sri Lanka, five cave complex covering close to 2100m2 area with extraordinary paintings and 157 statues, is indeed an inspirational masterpiece.
From there on leave for Kandy, enroute visit the Spice Garden in Matale. The Hill capital (1514-1815 AD). Kandy was declared as an UNESCO heritage site in 1988. The style and character of the Sri Lankan civilization at the time is well articulated in the heart of the city itself, with it's lake, the temple including the temples of the Tooth Relic and the well preserved ruins of the royal palace. Late afternoon saunter around the Kandy Lake, the atmosphere alone will intrigue you to spend a few moments here and TUK TUK at Kandy.
Evening visit the Temple of Tooth, with its guardian elephants is a deeply significant Buddhist site that contains a tooth of Buddha collected from his funeral pyre and this draws thousands of pilgrims from across the world. Hereafter you will have the opportunity to witness a typical Kandyan cultural performance.
Overnight stay at Kings Pavilion (Deluxe Room).
Meal: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, leave for Nuwaraeliya. You could either travel this distance by vehicle or train.
A train journey is truly a rare experience and an adventure in itself! Apart from the breathtaking scenery of the tea country and picturesque waterfalls, it is a chance for you to
mingle with the local people. (Train tickets are issued by the railway on a manual basis exactly 01 month before arrival therefore train journey is strictly on Availability).
Upon arrival, visit a tea plantation and a factory. Here you will enjoy the absolute tea experience, taking you from the moment the young tea leaves are plucked from the
plantation to being processed in the factory to make a steamy cup of tea. If you are interested, the tea factory is the best place to purchase good quality tea.
Arrive at the hotel, check-in & relax.
Evening at leisure to explore the surroundings.
Dinner and overnight stay at Goat Fell Bungalow (Double Bed room)
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, spend the day at surrounding area.
Dinner and overnight stay at Goat Fell Bungalow (Double Bed Room).
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
After breakfast proceed to Yala.
Enroute witness a Ravana water Fall.
Check in to the Hotel. Afternoon game drive at Yala national park, which is the home for wild elephants, wild boars, wild buffaloes, leopards, bears, deer and crocodiles. Large flocks of
migratory and indigenous birds are also found here.
Return to Camp and relax.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mahoora Tented Camp (Elite Tent)
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
After Breakfast proceed to Galle. Enroute visit Galle Fort and Dutch Town. Galle Fort
was first built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and then modified by the Dutch during the 17th century. During this time the fort became Sri Lanka’s main port and centre of trade and commerce among the Persians, Arabians, Greeks, Romans, Malays and Indians. The Galle Fort is one of the best preserved examples of 17th century colonial fortifications in the
world and is on the UNESCO list of world monuments.
Check in to the hotel and relax at the beach.
Overnight stay at The Fortress (Fortress Room)
Meal: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
Proceed to the airport for the departure flight.
Its advisable to be at the airport 03 hours prior to your flight time. Your transfer to the airport will be arranged as per your departure flight information.
Travel Time – Approx. 2 hrs / 162 kms
** It's advisable to be at the airport 03 hrs prior your flight time. Your
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Meal: Breakfast
Gallery
Inclusions
•Accommodation sharing room with meals as per above ( Kings Pavilion, The Fortress on Bed and Breakfast Basis) | (Horathapola Estate and Water Garden on Half Board Basis) | (Goat Fell & Mahoora Camp on AI Basis)
•Transport in a private vehicle with a English speaking chauffeur guide.
•Entrance fees at places of sightseeing as per the programs.
•Daily supply of mineral water during excursions / sightseeing.
•Meet and Greet at the Airport.
•Government Taxes.
Exclusions
•Extras of a personal nature such as liquor, guide/driver & hotel tips, laundry etc.
•Lunch and other meals not specified above.
•Early Check-in & Late Check-out.
•Air tickets, Visa & Travel Insurance.
•Services not included in “Price Includes”
Notes
HOTELS USED OR SIMILAR
Pannala - Horathapola Estate (Standard Room)
Sigiriya - Water Garden (Deluxe Villa)
Kandy - Kings Pavilion (Deluxe Room)
Nuwaraeliya - Goat Fell Bungalow (Double Bed room)
Yala - Mahoora Tented Camp (Elite Tent)
Koggala - The Fortress (Fortress Room)
PEAK PERIOD SUPPLEMENT:
11.01.2025 - 30.04.2025 - -AUD 307 per room per night
01.07.2025 - 31.08.2025 - - AUD 287 per room per night
KANDY PERAHERA SUPPLEMENT – AUD 133 per room per night per room per night (Only in Kandy during July & August)
Child Reduction 0 – 2.99 years old – FOC and 3 – 11.99 years old - 50% reduction sharing with parents.
Notes
•Standard check-in time is 14:00 hrs. The standard check-out time is 11:00 hrs.
•Every month we celebrate Poya Holiday which is the Full Moon day. On this day, no alcohol will be sold or can be purchased. It is not a good day for shopping as most shops are closed.
•The above mentioned hotels will be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. In the event of unavailability of rooms a suitable alternative will be suggested prior to confirmation.
•The Travel Time & Distance mentioned are approximate time and distance from point A to B. This is not considering the enroute stops, traffic & weather conditions.
•Yala National Park will be closed for routine maintenance in September/October. The exact dates will be known to us only 1 1⁄2 months before. During this time.
Udawalawe National Park Or Yala NP (Block & 5) could be used.
• Train Tickets are issued by the railway on manual basis exactly one month before the traveling date therefore train journey is strictly on availability.