Classic Tour Sri Lanka 05 Nights / 06 Days
Arrival at the Bandaranayake International Airport, Sri Lanka. Helanka Vacations representative will meet you at the arrival lounge and transfer you to Sigiriya.
Arrive and check into the hotel for leisure after the flight.
Evening climb the Lions Rock.
Sigiriya holds remains of King Kasyapa’s palace, forever set atop the rock yet still showcasing their age-old beauty. Numerous eye-catching highlights persist in this fortress.
Climb the Sigiriya rock (Lions rock). When entering the site walk along the Royal gardens which consists of pools, fountains and an unending number of aromatic gardens. As you enter the second level of the rock, witness the colourful paintings that date back to 5th century AD. Another interesting architectural masterpiece here is the Mirror wall which was covered with graffiti between the 7th and 10th century 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 one of the many UNESCO heritage sites in the country.
Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Kassapa Lion Rock / Standard Room on Bed & breakfast Basis.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Proceed to Polonnaruwa and set on an excursion.
Kings ruled the central plains of Sri Lanka from Polonnaruwa 800 years ago when it was a commercial and religious center. The glories of that age can be found in the archaeological treasures that still create a picture of how the city once looked. Some of the ancient structures include; the palace of King Parakramabahu, Potgul Vehera (this is the oldest library complex found in Sri Lanka, where the Classic Tour Sri Lanka 05 Nights / 06 Days
Buddhist writings were studied and resided), Shiva Devale (a 13th century Hindu shrine, that was built entirely from stone), Vatadage (built for the protection of a small stupa, the structure has two stone platforms decorated with elaborate stone carvings) Nissanka Lata Mandapaya, the Sathmahal Prasada (a unique seven story brick structure), Hatadage and Atadage (where the Temple of the Tooth Relic was placed first before it was brought to Kandy), Gal Potha (stone book), Pabalu Vehera, Rankoth Vehera, Lankatilaka, Kiri Vehera, Gal Viharaya and Tivanka Image House.
Afternoon set on a private jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park.
The Minneriya National Park rests within the North Central Plains of the Island. Engulfed by an abundance of nature’s best, this park proves abode for verdant flora and stunning fauna alike. However, as each of Sri Lanka’s parks are renowned for varying reasons that relate to the animals that reside within, Minneriya does too in a gorgeous manner. The Park is known for being the central gathering point of the magnificent Asian elephant with numbers of up to 500 at once during the gathering season. Elephants of different herds, areas, communities, and families come together to bathe, feed, and interact with each other over the course of this phenomenal gathering. The Minneriya National Park’s faunal species also include 24 species of mammals, 160 species of birds, 9 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, 26 species of fish, and 75 species of butterflies.
Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Kassapa Lion Rock / Standard Room on Bed & breakfast Basis.
After breakfast, advance to Kandy.
En route visit Nalanda Gedige in Matale.
Arrive to Kandy and check into the hotel.
Kandy was the capital of Sri Lanka during the ancient times of Kings and Queens. Nestling midst low hills and looped by the Mahaweli River, this religious city is one of the most sacred places of worship to Buddhists in the world and was also named a world heritage site by UNESCO.
Visit Temple of the tooth relic.
The Temple of the Tooth relic; the crown jewel of the Kandy city 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. Classic Tour Sri Lanka 05 Nights / 06 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.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Topaz Hotel / Standard Room on Bed & breakfast Basis.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit Peradeniya Botanical garden.
The Royal Botanical gardens in Peradeniya, established in 1821 stretch across 147 acres. These verdant gardens were once used as a royal ground. Being the largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka, its highlights include a fine collection of fruits, orchids, and a stately avenue of royal palms, an aptly named cannonball fruit tree and 40- meter-high Burma bamboo. A giant Javan fig tree on the great lawn can also be found here, held stern by its colossal central trunk that leads into an umbrella-like canopy of branches.
Proceed to Nuwara Eliya.
Nuwara Eliya is also known as ‘Little England’ for its picturesque landscapes of beautiful mountains, valleys, waterfalls and tea plantations.
En route visit a tea factory and a plantation.
The tea production of Sri Lanka, formerly called Ceylon, is one of the main income sources of the country. It is the fourth largest producer of tea in the world, and the second largest exporter. Around 20% of the teas sold around the world come from Sri Lanka.
Arrive to Nuwara Eliya.
Start sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya by visiting the old brick post office, country house like hill club and its interesting interior, the 18-hole golf course, race course, Gregory Lake and Victoria Park.
Free time to enjoy the area.
Check into the hotel and overnight stay in Heaven Seven / Standard Room on Bed & breakfast Basis. Classic Tour Sri Lanka 05 Nights / 06 Days
After breakfast proceed to your Colombo via Kitulgala.
Set on a rafting session. In Kitulgala there are plenty of adventure activities that include white water rafting, bird watching, jungle walks, canyoning, confidence jumping, waterfall abseiling, rain forest trekking, mountain cycling, zip lining and river bathing. Kitulgala is most famous for their white-water rafting and other water activities that double as great team building experiences. Kitulgala is also home to about 54 rare species of birds, some endemic species are the Spurfowl and Green-billed Coucal. Varieties of fruits and vegetable are also grown in the village of Kitulgala.
Arrive to Colombo and check into the hotel.
Colombo is Sri Lanka’s bustling commercial hub.
Evening start your 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 Devatagaha Mosque, Independence Square, BMICH, Gangaramaya Temple and Colombo Museum are but some of the many 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.
The nightlife here is lively at a number of clubs, pubs and dining venues.
Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Steuart by Citrus / Standard Room on Bed & breakfast Basis.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Thereafter proceed to airport to connect with your departure flight.
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Price of the tour Classic Tour Sri Lanka 05 Nights / 06 Days
Rate Validity Period – 01st Oct 2019 – 31st Oct 2019 Price
Price per person Sharing Double room on Bed & breakfast basis. USD 525.00 per person
Price Includes Price Does Not Include
05 nights’ accommodation sharing Double Early check-in & Late check-out. rooms on Bed and breakfast basis. Dinner & Lunch during the tour. Transport in an air-conditioned private Car. Tips and other expenses of a personal English-speaking chauffeur guide service nature. during the tour. Camera & video permits (for tourist sites). Arrival & Departure transfers. All extra expenses to hotels. Entrance fees as per the program. Any Activities not metioned in the program. All applicable taxes. (Subject to change) Visa fee charges. For details log on to www.eta.gov.lk
Dress Code at religious locations
Buddhist Temples - Visitors are advised to dress modestly in somber and modest colors and most importantly to remove foot wear, hats, scarves etc. prior to entering the premises.
Churches – Visitors are advised to dress modestly, remove hats, scarves etc. prior to entering the premises.
Kovils - Visitors are advised to dress modestly, no sleeveless, remove foot wear hats prior to entering the premises.