This wonderful 5-day tour package will cover all the best highlighted touristic places in Sri Lanka while touching the Hindu temples which you can find in the Ramanayana history. It will be a wonderful journey amoung the cities of Dambulla, Trincomalee, Kandy, Bentota and Colombo. Dambulla is known as the social and cultural capital of the country. This fascinating countryside village is the perfect place for relaxing and sightseeing. This place is popular for many ancient sites and among them the most renowned is Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Koneswaram Hindu Temple, Temple of Tooth Relic and Kandy city tour, Bentota beach and Madu River safari, Colombo highlights and shopping tour.
Upon arrival at Colombo CMB airport, you will meet your tour leader and you will take a journey across the stunning Sri Lankan countryside towards Dambulla city, which is the central point of the cultural triangle in the island. En-route, you will visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, originally created in order to protect and look after the wild elephants found wandering in and around the forests of Sri Lanka. It is always a special moment when the elephants come to bathe at the nearby river. Upon arrival at Dambulla, you'll enjoy a wonderful cultural village tour while exploring the beautiful countryside. It will start with a Bullock Cart ride, one of the most ancient and prime transportation systems in Sri Lanka, still used in some villages. While on the tour, you will have a canoeing ride across the lake and finally you will reach a farmer’s house where you will experience the typical Sri Lankan countryside hospitality. Afternoon, you will visit the famous Sigiriya Lion Rock, an ancient rock fortress located near the town of Dambulla. King Kasyapa (477 – 495 BC) built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE and it is one of the best-preserved examples of an ancient civilization. Sigiriya refuses to reveal its secrets easily; in fact, you have to climb a series of vertiginous staircases to reach the top. On the way up, you’ll pass quite remarkable frescoes and a pair of colossal lion paws carved into the bedrock. Overnight stay in Dambulla (few hotel options will be given to choose according to your preferences and budget with the quotation).
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Today, you will have a one day trip to Trincomalee, which is a beautiful town situated east coast of Sri Lanka. This place is well known for the Hindu temple of Koneswaram. Surrounded by an amazing view on all sides, the colourful Koneswaram temple is located high above the sea, and it is a classical-medieval complex in the Eastern Province of Trincomalee. Every year, many pilgrims visit this religious site to honor the supreme god of Hinduism. Trincomalee is an amazing multicultural town with lovely places such as Nilaveli Beach and Pigeon Island. With its white sands and gentle waves, Trincomalee beach is the ultimate getaway for those who desire a relaxing vacation in Sri Lanka. Here you will experience a quiet bliss on a tropical heaven, far away from the busy and chaotic life. There are many activities available in this location such as kite surfing, jet-skiing and sailing across in a canoe. Late afternoon, you will be heading back to Dambulla. Overnight stay in Dambulla.
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Early in the morning, your tour leader will take you to Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park for a morning 4x4 Jeep safari, since it is the best time to spot wild elephants on their natural habitat. If you're up for a serious rumble in the jungle, then Minneriya/Kaudulla is your ideal destination! Spreading over 8800 hectares, this park is mainly a sanctuary for elephants, but it is also home to herds of deer, bulls, wild boars and colorful birdlife. It is always a pleasure to watch baby elephants playing with water by the main lake of the park. This place is well known as the largest elephant gathering place in the world. Thereafter, you will be heading to Kandy, the capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and bio diverse rainforests. Kandy is also famous for its sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic. In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a walk around Kandy's busy city centre, including a tour of the Central Market, before engaging with a cultural dance show which is inspired by Sri Lankan arts, traditional dance and cultural heritage.
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In the morning, you will visit the Peradeniya Royal Garden, which is known as one of the best botanical gardens in Asia. Thereafter, you will be heading towards Bentota. It is a breathtaking sandy beach that pretty much transforms your dreams and visions of a tropical paradise into an everyday reality. It is truly a symbol of peace, calmness and cleanness. There is plenty of space for everyone to settle in perfectly and to enjoy a sunbath to the fullest. In the afternoon, if you are up to it, you could visit a turtle hatchery center in Kosgoda. Both locals and international volunteers are battling for the protection of sea turtles since they are endangered creatures. This place, apart from its traditional fishery industries and cinnamon cultivations, was later recognized by the Wildlife Protection Society which studded the region with a Sea Turtle Conservation Project that operates on a formidable scale. Overnight stay in Bentota.
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After breakfast, you’ll visit the capital city of Colombo, which has an interesting history running back to the fifth century. Even in ancient times, this was an important port city in the East-West sea trade. Nowadays it has become a bustling modern town with a unique atmosphere. The colourful streets, restaurants and modern shopping malls attract hordes of locals and tourists alike. In Colombo, you have the opportunity to visit the most highlighted places in the city and also do some last-minute shopping as well. Perhaps, you may intend to pop into a famous and internationally renowned restaurant in Colombo to end your trip over an unforgettable meal. Thereafter, we’ll drop you to the airport in time for your return flight.
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CAPITAL Lanka Tours has exclusive partnerships with all the best and well-reputed hotels and resorts in the country. We are offering a variety of accommodation options that you can choose according to your wishes (please click “price inquiry” button to see accommodation options).
A professional tour leader tasked with ensuring the smooth operations of the tour, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the entire trip. His role primarily includes assisting with accommodation and transportation between locations while sharing the knowledge about social and cultural splendor of Sri Lanka. Our customer support team will be there to provide 24/7 support during & after your trip, as well as help with all of your onward travel.
Daily breakfasts and all dinners are included in the tour. For all other meals, the tour leader will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal food options on request. Simply let our customer support team know the food option that you prefer.
Private transportation in an air-conditioned modern vehicle.
International transfer flights are not included. Thus, you can organize the flights separately with your preferred airline at any point. We'll arrange free airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and the last day of the tour.
Our easy payment plan! Just confirm the tour with USD 100 deposit and then settle the balance payment only 15 days prior to the arrival date (payment method negotiable).
Sri Lanka is a year-around holiday destination with two monsoon seasons, so there is a lot of confusion about when it is the best time to visit. The weather doesn’t run like clockwork here! The temperature is constantly around 27°C on the coast, while on the hill side it always stays below 20°C.
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