6Days Sri Lanka Adventure Discovering Cultural Treasures + Yala Safari

PACKAGE INCLUDES

Hotel

Meal

Tour Guide

Entrance Pass
TRIP OVERVIEW
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Sri Lanka's finest cities, including Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, and Negombo, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. Experience the thrill of a safari in Yala National Park, renowned for its abundant wildlife. Marvel at the breathtaking mountain and waterfall vistas in Sri Lanka's beloved hill resort. Explore the charming "Little England" of Sri Lanka in Nuwara Eliya and unwind in the tranquil ambiance of a World Heritage Laketown City. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Sri Lanka with a live traditional cultural show, adding depth and richness to your journey.
HIGHTLIGHTS
Take A Jeep Safari in Sri Lanka's most famous National Park
Visit Sri Lanka's most famous Hill Resort
Breathtaking Mountain & Waterfall views
Visit the Ravana Ella Cave & Witness Stilt Fishing
Discover Kandy, A World Heritage Laketown City
Witness the Traditional Sri Lankan Cultural Show
SKETCH ITINERARY
D1: Arrive Colombo (No Meals)
D2: Proceed And Tour Kandy (B,L,D)
D3: Proceed And Tour Nuwara Eliya (B,L,D)
D4: Proceed to Kataragama via Ravana Ella Cave + YALA Safari (B,L,D)
D5: Proceed And Tour Galle + Weligama (B,L,D)
D6: Return To Colombo. Tour & Depart (B,L,D)
DETAILED ITINERARY
DAY 01: ARRIVE COLOMBO
Upon arrival you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Sri Lanka known for its world-famous tea plantations to national parks made for safaris, has plenty to tempt you away from the amazing beaches.
Overnight stay in hotel.
DAY 02: PROCEED AND TOUR KANDY (B, L, D)
After breakfast proceed to Kandy, The Last Royal Capital of The Sri Lankan Kings.
En route visit Spice Garden in Mawanella. Mawanella is renowned for a handsome contribution towards the spice industry. Stop by a spice grow for a quick glance at the process bundled with growing & processing of spices while inhaling the fresh scent entrapped within the shady grows that cater towards the bloodline of the national growth.
Thereafter proceed on A Discovery Tour of Kandy.
Kandy A World Heritage Site, was last ruled by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe and was brought under the British rule in 1815. Kandy crafts an array of culture, history and heritage in the minds of visitors across the globe.
Experience an ancient Kandyan legacy engraved around its crown jewel, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha.
Take a stroll across this small Lakeside Town which is cradled among the misty hills. Proceed on to The Kandy City Centre which is bundled with bazaars, an arts & crafts centre, as well as a gem museum & lapidary. Walk in color as you glide through fresh fruits and vegetables in the Kandy market.
In the evening witness the famous Sri Lankan Cultural Show. The stepping to the beat of traditional music & drumming amplified by a cultural show enhancing the rich and vibrant culture of the Wonder of Asia, Sri Lanka.
Lunch at a Restaurant.
Dinner and Overnight Stay at a Hotel.
DAY 03: PROCEED AND TOUR NUWARA ELIYA (B, L, D)
After breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya, The Little England of Sri Lanka, which is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations.
It is supposed to be one of the coolest place in Sri Lanka, but it is really just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night.
All around Nuwara Eliya you will see evidence of the British influence, houses like country cottages or Queen Ann style mansions. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic and is also good for Birding as you get some rare birds in this Park.
Enjoy the Ceylon Tea Experience which involves a visit to A plantation to observe firsthand the process. Starting from the plucking field where it all begins with the picking of "two leaves and a bud" to the factory where the processing begins. Originally introduced to the island around 1850 by the British, Ceylon Tea is world famous for its high quality and has remained a major contributor to the island's economy for generations. Currently, Sri Lanka is one of largest exporter of tea worldwide.
After Lunch at Restaurant, proceed on a City Tour of Nuwara Eliya. Misty steep roads, twisting through lush green blankets of tea bushes in a cool climate, remind visitors that they are within the range of the renowned British colonial retreat. Augmented by an English countryside atmosphere, this city was once governed by the English & Scottish planters and is still studded with colonial bungalows, hedgerows & one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in the world.
A hike through the green grass and red-brick walls should present breathtaking views of a buzzing countryside hamlet.
Drive through green valleys of the hill country pierced by endless waterfalls & dotted by tea pluckers draped in bright-colored saris.
You can also go on a boat ride or just rent a bike for a gentle ride along the banks splashed by the waters of Lake Gregory.
You can also visit the epic Seetha Amman Temple. She is said to have bathed in this stream and it is believed that Lord Hanuman the monkey God had visited Seethadevi here. Now there is temple for Lord Rama, Sitadevi, Luxshmana, and Hanuman by the side of this stream. It is interesting to note that foot prints akin to Lord Hanuman's are found by this river.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 04: RAWANA ELLA CAVE + YALA SAFARI (B, L, D)
After breakfast proceed to Kataragama, visit the Rawana Ella Cave. This cave is in the huge Ella Rock. Hanuman the monkey god, is said to have climbed up Ella Rock, in order to find Seetha in the cave. Seetha lived in this Cave for some time.
After Lunch at a Restaurant, proceed to visit the Yala National Park, with a total protected area of 126,768 hectares, Yala consists of scrub plains, lagoons and rocky sections and offers the broadest cross-section of the countrys flora and fauna. In terms of game viewing this is probably the best place to see all of the big three elephant, leopard and water buffalo. It is estimated that Yala is home to about 35 Leopard making it one of the worlds densest leopard populations. Countless other animals including sloth bear, deer, wild boar, crocodiles, monkeys and numerous species of birds can also be seen here.
Dinner and Overnight Stay at a Hotel
DAY 05: PROCEED AND TOUR GALLE (B, L, D)
After Breakfast leave for Weligama, known for its stilt-fishermen, whose unique style of fishing involves casting their lines from a perch on a sturdy pole 20-50 meters out to sea. This unique method of fishing is highly photogenic.
Lunch at a Restaurant
Afternoon proceed on a discovery tour of Galle, Once Chief Port of Ceylon. This is town rich in history and was the center of the Dutch regime in the 17th century and the majestic Galle Fort ( spanning 90 acres ) bears testimony to this fact. The city of Galle is one of the well preserved colonial-era cities in Southeast Asia and has been declared a 'World Heritage Site'. The Dutch museum & the Dutch church are two famous tourist attractions in Galle.
The city is also known for its delicate handmade lace and ebony carvings.
Dinner and Overnight Stay at a Hotel.
DAY 06: RETURN TO COLOMBO. TOUR & DEPART (B, L, D)
After breakfast at leisure or leave for Colombo.
Upon arrival, proceed on A Discovery Tour of Colombo, Drive along the clean streets edging the Crystal White Race Course, A horse racing hub in 1893 & World War II airstrip furnished today with lavish clothing, food & tea boutiques.
Visit Pettah for the Sri Lankan Bazaar Shopping experience.
Head along towards 'Arcade' facing the Independence Square. Every designer boutique, top-notch cuisine outlet and even the 'walk-over fish tank', have revamped this colonial masterpiece into one of the trendiest shopping and hangout zones in Sri Lanka. Have a chilled beer at the Dutch Hospital while gazing through fancy windows showcasing the best fashion, jewelry & handicraft brands. Or, jazz up to Colombo's night life spiced by night clubs & casinos. If you're lucky, head into an exhibition at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) before swaying your head to an opera or play at Nelum Pokuna that should just drive your day into perfection!
Lunch at a Restaurant.
Dinner at a Restaurant
Thereafter proceed to Airport for your onward flight.
TRIP GALLERY
Yala National Park Safari...
Sri Lanka, an island nation that is best savored s...
Colombo: The Heart of Sri Lanka...
Kandy, the last capital of the ancient kings' era ...
Learn along about the herbal and spice plant at Sp...
A visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is...
Shopping? Eat? Unwind? Kandy City Center is what y...
Sri Lankan Cultural Show, the amazing and much-ant...
Nuwara Eliya the little England of Sri Lanka- Star...
Explore Ceylon Tea Plantation, a blend of tea and ...
Lake Greggory a reservoir in heart of the tea coun...
Seetha Eliya: The Land blessed by Sita's divinity ...
Kataragama- a model of religious diversity....
Head on to Nelum Pokuna and be entertained from a ...
Side trip for an exhibition at Bandaranaike Memori...
Pettah Market: Walk Through Colombo's Most Hectic ...
Modern Wonder of the World: Galle ...
Perky fishing village with a sandy stretch of beac...
Ravana Ella Cave is believed to be a place where R...
Yala National Park: The Home of Different Species ...
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INCLUSION
- Meet & Greet Services
- Return Airport Transfers
- Hotel Stay as Indicated
- Meals as per Itinerary
- Tours as per Itinerary
- English Speaking Guide
- Sri Lanka E-Visa
EXCLUSION
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- Optional MSIG Travel Insurance (RM 67)
- Optional Tour Tips
- Personal Expenses
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusions'