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COLOMBO >> KANDY >> NUWARA ELIYA >> SIGIRIYA >> GALLE >> BENTOTA
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Sri Lanka doesn’t experience extremes when it comes to weather conditions. The best time to visit Sri Lanka depends upon the region you’re keen to visit. December to March is the perfect time for visiting most of the country (Highlands, West Coast, and South coast). May to September is ideal for visiting the Eastern Coasts.Sri Lanka doesn’t experience extremes when it comes to weather conditions. The best time to visit Sri Lanka depends upon the region you’re keen to visit. December to March is the perfect time for visiting most of the country (Highlands, West Coast, and South coast). May to September is ideal for visiting the Eastern Coasts.
THINGS YOU COULD DO
The Dambulla Cave Temple – The Largest Temple Complex In Sri Lanka - The most popular among the best places to visit in Sri Lanka is the Dambulla cave temple. It tops the Sri Lanka tourist destinations. The largest temple complex in Sri Lanka, its statues and paintings date back to the 12th Century AD. The temple complex has five rooms of different sizes; all rooms have Buddha in a different position looking calm and peaceful. The temple is built on a black rocky mountain which serves as a nice contrast with the white walls of the temple. Don't miss the view from the top. The temple can be easily accessed from both Colombo and Kandy.
Yala National Park - Home To A Host Of Wildlife And Birds
Missing Yala National Park while Sri Lanka sightseeing might bring regret to wildlife lovers. It is home to a host of wildlife and birds you are bound to run into a group of elephants bathing in streams, tossing their trunks wildly or leopards nestling lazily on tree branches. You could opt for the safari drives or a nature trail among the thick green foliage of the forest. Some tourists also camp at Yala and enjoy a barbeque under the stars. With so much to see and do here, Yala is indeed one of the best tourist places in Sri Lanka. Yala is the perfect place to try your hand at wildlife photography.
Getting to Yala National Park is quite simple. All you will have to do is drive down to the Park from Colombo. Another way is by taking a bus to Tissamaharama.
Galle - A 16th Century Marvel
Galle is an important city in Sri Lanka and is a one-stop destination wherein you can take in all sights and sounds. One of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka is the Galle Fort. The Galle Fort area has wide cobblestoned roads and a number of eateries and cafes. Try and catch the sunset while you are there. There are a number of trinket shops and galleries that you can visit. It is among the most visited places in Sri Lanka.
Another picturesque destination for sightseeing in Sri Lanka is the Japanese Peace Pagoda. Quite close to the Unawatuna beach, it is a white dome of serenity.
Jaffna - Peep Into The Past
Although a bit crowded, the temple Nallur Kovil is a nice pick among the best places to see in Sri Lanka. Another place of interest is the Jaffna Fort. This fort is in the center of the city and is a tourist hub. If youre in Jaffna, you cannot miss the Nagadipa Purana Vihara, the temple can be accessed by boat. One of calmest among Sri Lanka tourist attractions, the temple is surreal and a wonderful place to meditate.
The Commonwealth War Cemetery At Kandy - Remember The Brave Martyrs
Yes, a weird one in the list of best places to visit in Sri Lanka, the war cemetery is well maintained and the grounds are well kept. Overall it is a very humbling experience. This cemetery is hard to find without a guide, but once you get there, it is worth the effort.
Temple Of Tooth At Kandy - Treat To The Eyes And Soul
The temple of the tooth is again a popular one among tourist places in Sri Lanka. This temple in Kandy is iconic because of the history attached to it. With a quaint setup and interesting artifacts, this temple is worth a visit.
Nuwara Eliya - Get Closer To Pristine Nature
Nuwara Eliya is most famous for its tea gardens and scenery. It is a perfect place to visit for a romantic vacation or for someone who is looking for a relaxing trip. With misty clouds, lush green sloping hills and a train that looks that it has come out of the Harry Potter films, Nuwara Eliya is a hilly paradise and another great addition to Sri Lankas tourist attractions. The popular places to visit in Nuwara Eliya include Victoria Park, Bale Bazaar, Moon Plains, Ramboda Falls and St. Clair’s Falls.
Day 1 - Kandy
Welcome & assistance at the Airport & Proceed to Kandy. Enroute to your destination, you can visit one of the most important tourist attractions in Sri Lanka, the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. Volunteers and caretakers provide shelter and take care of orphaned, abandoned and injured elephants within the park. You can watch caretakers feed, bathe and help these gentle giants. You want walk with the herd to the nearby river to watch the elephants bathe and play around in water. Visit to the Gem Museum Sri Lanka produces the finest quality of gems in the world. Semi-precious gems, the sapphires of Sri Lanka, which are very exclusive and comes in shades of blue, red, green, white etc. In the evening witness spectacular dance performance.
Day 2 - Bentota
Breakfast at hotel. En route you will enjoy a boat ride along the Madu River. Later visit Turtle Hatchery is the prime turtle nesting site which was open by the Wild life Protection Society in 1981. Proceed to Galle; During your Sightseeing you will visit the Galle Dutch Fort which is among the most popular sites in Galle where it attracts those who value archaeological reserves and heritage. It is known as the oldest fort in Asia, named as a world heritage by UNESCO. Inside the fort, travelers can find other attractions such as the Dutch Museum, which contains paintings, pictures and furniture of the Dutch Reformed Church. The fort is built on small peninsula that can be easily accessed from the Galle town. It is the best place to visit during an evening as the picturesque scenery of the sunset can be witnessed at its best.
Day 3 - Bentota
Leave early to Mirissa (packed breakfast) Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa is one of the most exciting water activities you can do in Sri Lanka during your holiday. Mirissa is the best place to start your whale and dolphin watching tour in Sri Lanka. In warm Indian Ocean you can see Blue whales, Bryde´s whales, Sperm whales, Fin whales, sometimes Killer whales, and Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso's dolphins and Striped dolphins. Sometimes you can see turtles and various fish species, for example Bluefin tuna and flying fish.
Day 4 - Colombo
Galle Face Green is a magnificent place to witness a marvelous sun set over Sri Lanka. Many colonial buildings influenced by the Portuguese, Dutch and British exist alongside structures built in Buddhist, Hindu, Islamic, Indian and Contemporary architectural styles. While on your city tour in Colombo you may visit famous places including Galle Face Green, the Viharamahadevi Park, National Museum (Entrance by clients), Twin World Trade Center towers, Old Parliament Building, Fort district, Independence Hall at Independence Square, and prominent Buddhist, Hindu, Islam and Christian places of worship. (Entrance fees to sites not included). For shopping, you may visit Odel, House of Fashion, Beverly Street, Majestic City, Noritake, etc.
Day 5 - Colombo
Enjoy your last morning in Colombo before checking out and being transferred to the airport, where you will depart for your destination with bags full of souvenirs and happy memories.
.... Return back home with beautiful memories ...
Package Includes
- Welcome & Assistance at Airport
- 1 Night accommodation in Kandy in Choice of Selected Hotel Category
- 2 Nights’ accommodation in Bentota in Choice of Selected Hotel Category
- 1 Night accommodation in Colombo in Choice of Selected Hotel Category
- Breakfast & Dinner
- Transport in Private A/C Vehicle with an English Speaking Chauffeur Guide
- 1 Litre of Water Bottle Each Day
- Visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Enjoy Boat Ride on Madu River
- Visit to Turtle Hatchery
- Boat Ride on Madu River
- Excursion to Mirissa for Whale & Dolphin Watching
- Colombo City Tour
- Cost of ETA Sri Lanka Visa Charges (Subject to immigration approval)
- All Local Government Taxes
Package Excludes
- Airfare is not included
- Any Video or Camera Permits
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
- Anything which is not specified in Inclusions
- Peak / Festival Period Surcharge to be paid extra & will be notified at time of booking confirmation
- Early Check-In & Late Check-Out
- Packages are valid till 31st November 2021
- *GST @ 5 % extra to be paid on Final Package Price
Standard Package
KANDY - Serendip Stone | Tree of Life | Rivendell or similar
BENTOTA - Blue Beach (Wadduwa) | Hibiscus (Kalutara) | Rock Side Beach or similar
COLOMBO - Saveira | Berjaya | Pearl Grand or similar
Deluxe Package
KANDY - Topaz | Thilanka or similar
BENTOTA - Earl’s Reef | Temple Tree | The Palms or similar
COLOMBO - Wonder Colombo | Pegasus | Anarva or similar
Premium Package
KANDY - Grand Kandyan | Grand Mountain or similar
BENTOTA - Citrus (Waskaduwa) | Eden | Turyaa or similar
COLOMBO - The Kingsbury | Cinnamon Lake Side or similar
