Pick up time 08:00 am this day after breakfast you will proceed to Dambulla. Transfer Time (Colombo to Dambulla): Approx. 03 ½ hours. Check in to the hotel and relax till afternoon before heading to Minneriya National Park. Transfer Time (Hotel to Minneriya): Approx. 15 minutes.

Pick up time 02:00 pm afternoon, visit the Minneriya National Park for a safari. The park extends to 8,889 hectares and is well known for its large population of elephants in herds of 100 to 150 roaming in the jungle and seen in the catchment area of the lake. Other wildlife that can be sighted include wild buffaloes, wild boar, spotted deer, sloth bear, sambhar, leopards, crocodiles, jackals, and numerous species of amphibians, reptiles, birds, fish and butterflies.

Return to your hotel in Haba Rana and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Pick up at 07:00 am in the morning after the early breakfast you will be taken to climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Transfer Time (Hotel to Sigiriya): Approx. 30 minutes.

One of Sri Lanka’s major attractions, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress was built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD) for the purpose of protecting him from his rivals. An UNSECO World Heritage listed site, also known as the “Fortress in the Sky”. The climb up to the top of the fortress doesn’t only offer the reward of breathtaking views but there is so much to discover during your climb to the top.

Highlights of the climb include water gardens, artistic frescoes, mirror walls, the lion gate and the magnificent views from the rock summit. Return to your hotel for breakfast and relax till afternoon before heading to Polonnaruwa. Transfer Time (Hotel to Polonnaruwa): Approx. 01 hour.

Pick up at 02:00 pm Polonnaruwa was founded in the 11th Century AD and was governed by many Kings. King Parakramabahu I’s reign was considered the most significant for this ancient kingdom. During his reign (12th Century AD) this second Kingdom of Sri Lanka (after Anuradhapura) was known as the Golden Age of Polonnaruwa, as Parakramabahu ruled during an era where trade and agriculture was at its peak.

Return to the hotel and relax for the rest of your day enjoying hotel facilities.

Pick up at 09:00 am after leisurely breakfast you will be taken to visit Dambulla Cave temple. Transfer Time (Habarana to Kandy via Dambulla): Approx. 02 ½ hours.

Dambulla cave temple is part of the Golden Triangle of Sri Lanka and is encrusted into a magnificently large rock. It sits more than 160m above the surrounding land and spans for more than 1.5 km around the base. Also known as the “Golden Temple” it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1991. This ancient complex was initially established in 3rd Century BC and is truly a wonder as it is the largest and best-preserved cave temples in Sri Lanka. The cave temples are home to numerous religious and cultural paintings and sculptures.

Continue your journey to Kandy, check in to the hotel and relax till evening before heading to Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic. Transfer Time (Hotel to Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic): Approx. 20 minutes.

The Temple of Tooth Relic (“Dalada Maligawa” as known to the locals) is in Kandy. This sacred temple is also home to the palm-leaf transcripts and its history dates to 1687. This stunning piece of architecture is instantly recognized by its octagonal shape and golden roof. Although you are not able to view the actual tooth itself, the casket within which it is held is displayed twice a day.

Return to the hotel and relax for the rest of your day enjoying hotel facilities.

Pick up time 08:00 am Today after early breakfast you will get on board to the local train (01st class tickets or 02nd tickets) which is how the British used to travel during the colonial times in the late 1800’s. You will have reserved seats for you and witness the beautiful ride along forests, villages, Waterfalls and tea estates.

Train journey from Kandy station to Nanu Oya station. Train leaves Kandy by 08:45 am and reaches Nanu Oya by 12:45 pm. Approx. 04 hours’ journey.

Notes
• It is important to note that there have been delays in the train timings quite often.
• Please note the purchase of train tickets cannot be guaranteed currently due to the process in place within the Sri Lanka Railways Department especially during peak periods. Tickets for travel are issued 30 days in advance of travel, they are limited and extremely difficult to obtain. In the unlikely event a ticket/s cannot be obtained we will of course make the necessary refunds & the clients will travel by road. This is a destination issue, and it is best expectations are managed accordingly.

Your chauffer guide will take you to the hotel in Nuwara Eliya from Nanu Oya railway station, check in to the hotel and relax, enjoying the hotel facilities.