Journey Through Sri Lanka 13 nts/ 14 days

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The Sri Lanka Delight Package takes you to the main attractions of Sri Lanka. Starting with the Capital Colombo, through the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to the Calm and beautiful destination Kandy and ending on the Sandy Beach of Bentota.

 

Tour Route :-

Arrive Colombo 1 Night > Drive Habarana 3 Nights > Drive Kandy 3 Nights > Drive Yala 1 Night > Drive Galle & onward to Hikkauwa 1 Night > Drive Bentota 3 Nights > Drive Seeduwa 1 Night > Drive Colombo & Leave.

Day 01 Arrive Colombo

Upon arrival in Colombo International Airport you are met by our representative and transferred to your pre booked Hotel

 

Afternoon proceed for City Tour of Colombo
Bursting with life and colour, the islands largest city which was once the Capital of Sri Lanka, is now its Commercial hub. This modern city with an ancient heart is a monument to its colonial history. Its architecture is influenced by the Portuguese, Dutch and British. Today, it is a mix of modern architecture among colonial buildings. The remnants of Dutch and Portuguese domination, is seen primarily in the Fort, located north of the city. In stark contrast, are modern buildings such as The Twin Towers of the World Trade Center and five start hotels in the same location. Since the end of its civil war, the skyline is constantly changing with investment in to the Citys infrastructure. Pettah, where daily life overflows on to the streets, not too far from the Fort is a Traders hub and home to few unique examples of architecture in its churches and kovils. With its network of streets each specialising in one thing or another, where anything and everything, from garments to toys to electronics and sweet-meats could be found, it provides an interesting insight in to life as it is in a busy,tropical cosmopolitan city. For a more sobering and tranquil experience, visit the Sima Malaka Meditation Island (on the Beira Lake), designed by Geoffrey Bawa, Sri Lankas most famous architect. The island is landscaped with collections of Thai Buddha Statues, beautiful stone carvings, Buddhist paintings and a small museum. Colombo,s public transport is largely based on buses and a limited network of trains, either government owned or operated privately. The more adventurous mode of transport is the auto rickshaw, also known as the three-wheeler or tuk tuk operated by individuals.As Bella Woolf once said, It is the meeting place of the world. It palpitates with life and with the romance of those who wonder the earth.

 
Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Colombo.

Day 02 Colombo – Habarana (Drive)

Breakfast at the Hotel
Proceed to Habarana. Upon arrival in Habarana check in at your pre booked Hotel
Optional: Walk to a Sri Lankan Village in Habarana

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Habarana.

Day 03 Habarana – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Habarana

Breakfast at the Hotel.
Morning visit and climb Sigiriya.
SIGIRIYA………Thought to be one of the oldest tourist attractions in the world, and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982, Sigiriya offers its visitors nothing less than a breathtaking experience. Standing more than 200m tall over the surrounding plains, the rock is said to be a solidified magma plug, from a long eroded and extinct volcano. On its summit are the remains of a palace, built (by King Kasyapa) in the 5th century AD. Hidden in a cave along the citadel are some of the most magnificent ancient frescoes in South Asia. Seen today are, whats said to be left of the 500 paintings of maidens that once covered a large area of the face of the rock.The Mirror wall that leads up to the Lion staircase, its brick masonry wall built of Lime plaster was said to have been so well polished, that it reflected the paintings of the opposite rock wall. Today, 15 centuries later the shine on this wall can still be seen. A total of nearly 1500 writings on the wall, include verses that date way back as far as the 8th century, most of which have now been decipher .

 

Sightseeing in Polonnaruwa.
POLONNARUWA……….The second most ancient of Sri Lankas Kingdoms, today the city of Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdoms first rulers. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982, its beauty was used as a backdrop to filmed scenes for the Duran Duran music video Save a Prayer. Its green environment, amazing ancient constructions (including a huge lake built in 1200 A.D.), good hotels and its warm, friendly people make it an attractive city to visit. The Polonnaruwa Visitor Information Centre and Museum, brings this ancient city to life. A visit to the Centre and Museum first, will prove useful before setting out to explore its fascinating sites.
Transfer to Habarana.

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Habarana

Day 04 Habarana – Anuradhapura – Mihintale – Habarana

Breakfast at the Hotel
Morning sightseeing in Anuradhapura.
ANURADHAPURA……….An ancient capital of Sri Lanka, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city could be labeled as the islands most celebrated. When it seemed as if the rest of the world were far behind, this magnificent city during its day, was well ahead of its time, most notably in its use of Hydraulic Technology. Though most of this ancient city is in ruins today, its most awe-inspiring structures still stand tall. Second only to the pyramids in Giza, the dagobas, some of them intact and some restored, are amazing monuments to the art of masonry prevalent at that time. The Jetavana dagoba is the most spectacular of them all. The sacred Sri Maha Bodhi Tree in Anuradhapura, is a sapling of the sacred Bo tree in India (in whose shelter prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment and became Buddha). It is the oldest (2,250 years) recorded tree in the world. The Anuradhapura Archeological Museum, the Abhayagiri and the Jetavanarama Museums, offer an in-depth insight and a greater understanding of this dynamic civilisation.
Transfer to Hotel

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Habarana.

Day 05 Habarana – Dambulla – Kandy (Drive)

Breakfast at the Hotel
Morning visit Dambulla Golden Rock temple
DAMBULLA………….The city is home to one of Sri Lankas seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites; the richly painted cave temple complex, is the islands largest and best preserved. Though there are more than 80 documented caves in the area, the most significant are spread over 5 caves, which comprise of statues and paintings related to Lord Buddha and his life. The latest archaeological site of significant historical importance, the Ibbankatuwa Prehistoric Burial Site, is also found in this great city, within 3 km of the cave temple. At this site, bones of 2700 year old human skeletons were found, which according to scientific analysis, is evidence of civilisations existing long before the arrival of the Indians to the island. Ancient history aside, Dambulla is home to the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, well known for being built in just 167 days. Its Iron Wood forest (Namal Uyana) and the largest Rose Quartz mountain range in South Asia make this city special.

 

Transfer to Kandy. Upon arrival in Kandy Check in at your pre booked Hotel

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Kandy.

Day 06 Kandy – Pinnawala – Kandy

Breakfast at the Hotel
Morning visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
PINNAWALA………The Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage is one of Sri Lanka’s most popular attractions. Situated halfway between Colombo and Kandy, the orphanage has a population of about 75 elephants, making it the world’s largest collection of captive elephants. The elephants here range from newborn calves to elderly matriarchs and include orphaned and abandoned elephants, as well as those injured in the wild. Amongst them are its famous residents, Sama, the lame elephant injured by a land mine during the ethnic conflict in the North and Raja, the blind elephant. Experience the sheer delight of watching these great pachyderms frolic in the river at bath time or the baby elephants being fed twice a day.

 

Transfer to Kandy. Enjoy Kandy city tour
KANDY CITY TOUR ………..Locally referred to as Maha Nuwara, meaning The Great City, Kandy is the Hill Capital and one of the most scenic cities in the country. It is also home to one of the most revered places of the Buddhist community in Sri Lanka, and around the world. The sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha, is housed in the temple, known as the Dalada Maligawa. In one of Asias most celebrated festivals, The Esala (Kandy) Perahera (held in July/August), where the inner caskets housing the sacred tooth relic, is taken through the streets in a grand procession of dancers, drummers, torch bearers and over a hundred beautifully costumed elephants. Steeped in history and located at the foothills of the central highlands, the city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. Its not only its places of historical significance that make Kandy a popular tourist destination, but also the shops displaying precious and semi precious stones, skill fully crafted jewellary, handicrafts, colourful batiks and silks; and of course there is the expansive Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, the largest and finest in Sri Lanka – a must do. Udawatte Kelle – a primeval forest is Kandys lure for nature and adventure enthusiasts. This forest reserve contains a variety of trees and is a haven for a variety of fauna and flora, ideal for an early morning nature walk.

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Kandy.

Day 07 Kandy

Breakfast at the Hotel
Day Free to Explore Own

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Kandy

Day 08 Kandy – Yala (Drive)

Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to Yala. Upon arrival in Yala check in at your pre booked Hotel

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Yala

Day 09 Yala – Hikkauwa (Drive)

Breakfast at Hotel.
Morning enjoy Yala Safari
YALA SAFARI ……..A dream destination for all wildlife enthusiasts; be it its leopard cubs seeking refuge on a tree, or an adult leopard quenching its thirst at a water hole, the leopard sightings in this nature reserve are many and varied. This park boasts of the highest concentration of leopard in the world. Located on the coast in the South East of the country, set in a stunning landscape of rocky outcrops and beautiful beaches, beside its abundance of wildlife, fauna and flora, it is also home to elephants, sloth bear, sambar deer, wild boar and jackals, a few of the 32 species of mammals found in the park. The reserve is also a bird watchers paradise, where the elusive Blue faced Malkoha, the rare Sirkeer Malkoha or the endangered Black-necked stork could be seen.

 

Transfer to Galle. Enjoy Galle city tour
GALLE……….The Galle Fort built with solid granite by the Dutch, in 1663, is a world heritage site, and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia, built by European occupiers. James Emerson Tennent reckons that Galle was the ancient seaport of Tarshish, from which King Solomon drew ivory, peacock, and other valuables.A walk through the forts quaint narrow streets is an experience not to be missed. A visit to its galleries and shops should be on any shopaholics to do list. The ramparts, the natural harbour, the National Maritime Museum, St Marys Cathedral, the Cricket grounds andAmangalle, the historic luxury hotel are a few of the other prominent landmarks in the city. In recent times Galle has acquired a reputation for becoming a cultural center by hosting the now famous and very popular annual literary festival during the first quarter of the year with famous international writers and poets participating. Later continue to Hikkauwa. Upon arrival in Hikkauwa check in at your pre booked hotel

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Hikkauwa.

Day 10 Hikkauwa – Bentota (Drive)

Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to Bentota. Upon arrival in Bentota check in at your pre booked Hotel

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Bentota.

Day 11 Bentota

Breakfast at the Hotel
Day at Leisure on the Beach

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Bentota.

Day 12 Bentota

Breakfast at the Hotel
Day at Leisure on the Beach

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Bentota.

Day 13 Bentota – Seeduwa (Drive)

Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to Seeduwa. Upon arrival in Seeduwa check in at your pre booked Hotel

 

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Seeduwa

Day 14 Seeduwa – Colombo (Drive)

Today you are transferred to Colombo Airport to board flight for Onward Journey.

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Cinnamon Villa

Cinnamon Villa is situated in Seeduwa, 24 km from Colombo. Every room at this inn is air conditioned and comes with a TV. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. Cinnamon Villa features free WiFi .The inn also offers car hire. Negombo is 9 km from Cinnamon Villa, while Mount Lavinia is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport, 4 km from the property.

Bentota Beach by Cinnamon

Bentota Beach by Cinnamon is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Located along Bentota River, Bentota Beach Hotel offers rooms with scenic views. It provides 3 dining options, a spectacular outdoor pool and exciting activities like elephant rides, archery and watersports. The Bentota Hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Sea Turtle Hatchery and the Brief Garden. It takes 2.5 hours by car from the hotel to Bandaranaike International Airport. The luxurious guestrooms are spacious and fitted with colourful wall decorations and beddings. They have private balconies and are equipped with a minibar, an in-room safe and cable TV. Recreational activities are endless at the hotel. It has floodlit tennis courts, squash courts, billiard tables and a water sport centre, where guests can try wind surfing, jet ski and diving. For a more relaxing afternoon, Azmaara Spa’s professional therapists offer customised massages and treatments.

Avani Bentota Resort & Spa

Avani Bentota Resort & Spa is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Capturing the essence of a Dutch seaside village, Avani Bentota Resort & Spa is located along Bentota Beach in Southern Sri Lanka. Tropical and laidback, it offers 2 outdoor pools and free parking. Avani Bentota Resort & Spa is 99 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Colombo City is 66 km away. Rooms at this designer hotel feature modern décor and flat-screen cable TVs. Each is equipped with a DVD player and hot shower facilities. A private balcony overlooks the natural scenery. Guests may relax with a massage at the spa or enjoy board games like chess and carom. Water sports like diving and snorkelling are available at the beach.

Vivanta by Taj Bentota

Vivanta by Taj Bentota is located in Sri Lanka's Galle District, offering breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. Pampering spa services, an outdoor pool and 5 dining options are provided. Vivanta’s well-lit rooms come equipped with a minibar and tea/coffee maker. It provides a cable TV and safety deposit boxes. Private balconies have outdoor seating areas and overlook the sea. Vivanta by Taj Bentota is 60 km from South Colombo. It is approximately 90 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Guests can enjoy a workout at the fitness centre or take an elephant ride by the beach. The hotel also provides a business centre and room service. The Palms 24-hour restaurant serves international cuisine, while authentic Chinese food is offered at Oriental Pavilion. Other dining options include fresh seafood at the open-air S.H.A.C.K., fine dining at Sea View and cocktails at the hotel's 2 bars.

Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon

Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon is located along Sri Lanka’s beautiful southern coast It offers spacious rooms with private balconies and 32-inch flat-screen TVs. It features an outdoor pool. Featuring comfortable outdoor seating in the private balcony, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with colourful fabrics and DVD players. A hairdryer, safe and free toiletries are also provided. Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon is a 20-minute drive from the scenic coastal towns of Bentota and Ambalangoda. Panoramic sea views accompany body treatments at the rooftop spa facility. Other leisure options include a well-equipped gym and a tour desk offering day trips. Dining highlights include Asiana, which offers Western dishes and Speciality Crab Restaurant. The beach and pool bars are ideal for a relaxing cocktail.

Jetwing Yala

Spread across 38 acres of land, Jetwing Yala features an outdoor pool, a business centre and luxurious rooms located on the borders of Yala National Park. Operating a 24-hour front desk, it provides free parking and offers complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the property. Fitted with parquet flooring and four-poster beds, spacious air-conditioned rooms are furnished with a wardrobe, in-room safe, a flat-screen cable TV and sofa seating area. Iron, minibar and tea/coffee making facilities are also included. The large en suite bathroom comes equipped with a hairdryer and hot/cold shower. At Jetwing Yala, guests can indulge in a pampering massage at the spa or approach the tour desk for sightseeing and travel arrangements. Luggage storage, laundry and child care services are available for convenience. The property houses a restaurant, The Dining Room, serving delectable Sri Lankan and Asian cuisine.

Cinnamon Wild Yala

Cinnamon Wild Yala is 5-minute drive from the famous Yala National Park. It boasts chalets with private balconies and free Wi-Fi. It features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Nestled in the south of Sri Lanka, the property is a 6-hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport. It is located in Kirinda, a village well-known for its wildlife. Chalets offer spectacular views of the beach or jungle. They are decorated with local artcrafts and feature air-conditioning, cable TV and a minibar. All chalets come with private bathroom facilities. Enjoying a prime location, Cinnamon Wild Yala's restaurant provides beautiful landscapes and serves Asian and Western dishes. Meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of guests’ rooms.

Earl’s Regency Hotel

Earl's Regency Hotel is a luxurious 5-star hotel located a 5-minute drive from Kandy Railway Station. It offers spacious accommodation with a spa, an outdoor pool and free parking. Free Wi-Fi is available in the main lobby and Mount Batten Lounge & Spice Bar. Air-conditioned guestrooms offer views of the surrounding mountainous countryside. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a TV with satellite channels. The hotel’s spa offers a range of massage treatments, and has both wet and dry sauna. Other facilities include courts for tennis and badminton. Day trips and activities such as cycling and trekking can be arranged upon request. Far Pavilion Restaurant offers a buffet spread of eastern and western dishes. Coffee Shop Restaurant is open 24-hours. There are also 2 other bars offering refreshing beverages. Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, which overlooks Kandy Lake, is a 15-minute drive away. Peradeniya Botanical Gardens is a 10-minute drive from Hotel Earl’s Regency.

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy offers a spectacular outdoor pool. It has a spa and well-appointed rooms. Air-conditioned rooms feature spacious interiors with fine beddings and furnishings. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a TV with cable channels. Panorama Restaurant boasts an international menu, and continental dishes can be found at the Cafe C. The Lounge is an excellent venue to enjoy refreshing beverages and light snacks. Guests can enjoy a leisurely swim at the outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi is provided on site. The hotel’s tour desk can help organise trips to popular attractions such as the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Cinnamon Citadel Kandy is located a 20-minute drive from the famous Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha site.

Habarana Village by Cinnamon

Habarana Village by Cinnamon  is a 15-minute drive from Minneriya National Park. The hotel features an outdoor pool and facilities for tennis, volleyball and badminton. Habarana Village by Cinnamon  is an hour’s drive from Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Driving from Bandaranaike International Airport takes 6 hours. Featuring wooden furniture, the air-conditioned rooms at Habarana Village by Cinnamon come with private terraces. Each room has a TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box, and tea/coffee making facilities. Azmaara Spa provides a range of treatments, from massages to manicures and pedicures. The hotel offers tours such as hiking in the Ritigala jungle or riding an ox cart in Hiriwadunna. El Hena Restaurant features buffet spreads with Asian and Western dishes, while Panthaliya Coffee Shop serves snacks and hot beverages. Refreshments are available at the pool bar.

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

Located amidst green forests, the Cinnamon Lodge Habarana offers air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony. The hotel boasts a large outdoor pool, a butterfly garden and 3 dining options. Rooms at Habarana Cinnamon Lodge feature a comfortable seating area with a sofa. They are furnished with cable TV, a minibar and a personal safe. A tea/coffee maker is provided. Guests at the Cinnamon Habarana can unwind at Azmaara Spa, work a sweat on the tennis court, or enjoy a game of billiards. The hotel offers butler service and babysitting. Restaurant Ehala offers buffets with international and themed dishes, while The Lotus caters Western culinary delights and local contemporary cuisine. Beverages can be enjoyed at cafe Veranda or bar Tuskers. Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is a 25-minute drive away from Minneriya National Park.

Ramada Colombo

Ramada Colombo is located in Sri Lanka, a 5-minute walk from Colombo Fort Railway Station. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and a bar. Free parking is available. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a minibar, cable TV and coffee/tea maker. Private bathrooms and a personal safe are provided. The hotel features a business centre, room service and laundry services. Guests can book excursions at the tour desk. The hotel’s bar has a pool table.  This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach.

OZO Colombo

OZO Colombo is centrally located just 1.3 km away from Bambalapitiya Railway Station. Welcoming guests with an outdoor swimming pool and a buffet-style restaurant, this luxurious property is also equipped with free Wi-Fi access at all areas. Housed in a modern building, the accommodation is only 1.6 km away from Barefoot Gallery and 1.9 km from the British Council. Bandaranaike International Airport is 33 km away and airport shuttle services can be arranged. Offering ample natural sunlight and sweeping sea views in some rooms, stylish guestrooms come fitted with a minibar, air conditioning and carpeted flooring. The contemporary en suite bathrooms feature bath amenities and a hairdryer. Refreshing workouts can be enjoyed at the fitness centre. Guests staying at OZO Colombo can also utilize the meeting facilities. A 24-hour front desk can assist with car rentals and free parking facilities.

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