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Day 1 Airport – Negombo (Approximate travel time- 20 minutes) Overnight stay in Negombo
Welcome and assistance by Helanka Vacations representative, transfer to Negombo.
Negombo is situated by the shores of a lagoon it had been a tradi ng port for Portugese and Dutch. The economy of Negombo is mainly based on its centuries-old fishing industry, though it also produces cinnamon, ceramics, and brassware.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay at Heritance hotel in Negombo.
Day 2 Negombo Overnight stay in Negombo
After breakfast, start your city tour of Negombo by visiting the Dutch port, canal, Hindu kovil, St. Mary’s church, Angurukaramulla temple and Negombo open fish market.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Optional- Enjoy experiencing water sports, such as; surfing, diving, snorkeling and a boat ride tour.
Overnight stay at Heritance hotel in Negombo.
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Day 3 Negombo- Sigiriya (Approximate travel time- 3 ½ hours) Overnight stay in Sigiriya
After breakfast, advance to Sigiriya.
Sigiriya holds remains of King Kasyapa’s palace, forever set on the top of the rock yet, still showcasing their age-old beauty. Numerous eye-catching highlights in this fortress.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay at Jetwing Vil Uyana in Sigiriya.
Day 4 Sigiriya- Kandy (Approximate travel time- 2 ½ hours) Overnight stay in Kandy
After breakfast, climb the Sigiriya rock (Lions rock)- early morning climb. When entering the site walk along the Royal gardens which consists of pools, fountains and unending number of aromatic gardens. As you enter the second level of the rock, witness the colourful paintings dating back from the 5th century. Another interesting construction is the Mirror wall, which is covered with graffiti from the 7th to the 10th centuries AD. The Audience hall is a part of the royal complex constructed on a rock boulder. The Cobra head cave is named due to the natural shape of the rock itself.
Sigiriya is named a world heri tage site by UNESCO.
After, proceed to Kandy.
Kandy was the capital of Sri Lanka durin g the ancient times of Kings and Queens. Nestling midst low hills and looped by the Mahaweli river, a religious city and is one of the most sacred places of worship to Buddhists in the world, it is named a world
heritage site by UNESCO.
En-route- Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a designated a World Heritage site in 1991. The Cave Temple had first been constructed during the reign of King Vattagamini Abhaya. There are 5 caves in the temple and 157 statues of the Lord Buddha, with paintings on the ceilings and walls of the cave. The paintings of the cave highlight the past of the Lord Buddha.
Visit the Temple of the Tooth relic, the crown jewel of the Kandy city, it is also known as Dalada Maligawa. ‘Maligawa’ translates to palace and the temple is a part of it. It has seen centuries of peaceful reigns and is one of the many historical places in the island. Tour in Sri Lanka 07 Nights 08 Days `
Witness the Kandyan cultural show – A unique show of Sri Lankan traditional dance (fire and harvest dance), which include an entertaining fire-walking act. The artists dance to the beat of the drums, rising and falling to the lively tempo.
Overnight stay Grand Kandyan hotel in Kandy.
Day 5 Kandy- Unawatuna (Approximate travel time-4 ½ hours) Overnight stay in Unawatuna
After breakfast, transfer to Unawatuna.
Unawatuna beach is protected by a natural reef in the Indian Ocean and rich in bio diversity. Significantly the fleet water can be enjoyed by snorkeling and diving. Though the beach is constituted of sheltered water for swimming, ship wrecks, sea
baths and diving within the coral reefs, this edifice is a paradise.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay at Thaproban Pavilion in Unawatuna.
Day 6 Unawatuna- Mirissa- Unwatuna (Approximate travel time- 1 ½ hours) Overnight stay in Unawatuna
You will be taken to Mirissa to embark on a voyage of unforgettable sights of whale watching.
Blue whales, Bryde's whales, Sperm whales, Orcas and various types of dolphins have all been spotted within the crystal waters of Mirissa. Bare witness to pods of over 100 dolphins majestically soaring across the water and whales sprout water through their
blowhole as they slowly emerge through the wate r’s horizon all in one breath-taking boat ride.
Enjoy on board breakfast while returning back.
Return back to Unawatuna. En-route- visit the Koggala turtle hatchery- witness the marine turtles, you will learn on the sea turtle’s livelihood, witness both adult, baby turtles and laying of eggs.
Overnight stay at Thaproban Pavilion in Unawatuna.
Day 7 Unawatuna- Madu- Colombo (Approximate travel time- 3 hours) Overnight stay in Colombo
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After breakfast, advance to Colombo.
Colombo is Sri Lanka’s bustling commercial hub.
En-route- proceed with the mangrove boat ride along the Madu river- Balapitiya. During the river safari, visit uninhabited islands and a cinnamon plantation where you could get an insight into typical rural life.
Start your Colombo city tour and shopping. A drive through the city will take you to Fort and Pettah – the commercial area of the city and tree-lined Colombo 7 – Cinnamon Gardens. Colombo 3, 4, 5 & 8 are the prime residential areas of the City. The Hindu Temple at Sea Street – lined with goldsmith shops, the Dutch Church at
Wolfendhal dating back to 1749, the historic Dev atagaha Mosque, Independence Square, BMICH, Gangaramaya Temple and Colombo Museum are some of the attractions in Colombo. Sri Lanka is renowned for Ceylon Tea, Ceylon Cinnamon, Blue Sapphires spices, precious and semi-precious gems and jewelry in silver, gold and white gold.
There is a lively nightlife at a number of clubs, pubs and dining venues.
Overnight stay at Jetwing hotel in Colombo.
Day 8 Colombo- Airport (Approximate travel time- 1 hour) Departure
After breakfast, head out to the airport for a timely departure.
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Description Price for the tour
5-star hotels on double room basis USD 1115.00
5 Star Hotels
Heritance Hotel Negombo Jetwing Vil Uyana, Sigiriya Grand Kandyan, Kandy Thaprobana, Unawatuna Jetwing Seven Colombo
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Price Includes Price Does Not Include Price Does Not Include 07 nights’ accommodation bed and breakfast basis Early check-in and late check-out in double room sharing basis. Tips and other expenses of a personal nature Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with an Every other meal throughout the tour (lunch English-speaking guide. and dinner) Tour pack with the compliments of Helanka Jeep fees
Vacations. Camera permits (for tourist sites) Entrance fees: Sigiriya rock, Dambulla temple, All extra expenses to hotels Temple of Tooth Relic Kandy, Kandyan dance, Visa free charges. For details log on to Whale watching, Turtle Hatchery and Boat fees. www.eta.gov.lk Government TAX
Boat fees for Madu river
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