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Let's See Paradise

Colombo, Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, Anuradhapura, Avukana Buddha Statue, Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Matale, Spice Garden, Aluviharaya Rock Temple, Kandy, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Royal Botanic Gardens, Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park, Galle, Galle Dutch Fort,
Duration

8 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

2-6 people

Physical Level

moderate

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES
HIGHLIGHTS
ITINERARY
INCLUDES
AVAILABILITY

Tour Overview

Let's See Paradise -This tour covers most of the magnificent attractions in Sri Lanka's cultural triangle, including monasteries, ancient kingdoms, historical temples, rural villages, wildlife parks, arts and crafts, a cultural show, and many more. If you are a first-time visitor to Sri Lanka, this tour can give you an in-depth understanding of the diversity of tourist attractions available there.

Activities
Family Historical National Park Religious Safari Shopping Wildlife Sightseeing In-depth Cultural

Tour Features

Duration
8 day(s)

Max Group Size
2-6 people

Tour Code
LSAH-5

Departure Type
request

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
5 - 75

Colombo

Pickup Time:

09:00

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Galle Dutch Fort

Dropoff Time:

20:00

Highlights
Colombo City tour

Itinerary

Day 1

  • Arrival at Bandaranayake International Airport.
  • Meet & Greet by Let's See Asia Representative at the arrival lobby.
  • Transfer to Colombo. Check in to Colombo Hotel.
  • In The Afternoon, Colombo City tour & Shopping. -Colombo is the commercial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka. According to the Brooking Institution, Colombo has a population of 5.6 million in metropolitan area, and 752,993 in the City proper. It is the financial centre of the island and a popular tourist destination. Colombo was known to ancient traders 2,000 years ago. Famous landmarks in Colombo include Galle Face Green Viharamahadevi Park, Beira Lake, Colombo Racecourse, Planetarium, University of Colombo, Mount Lavinia beach, Nelum Pokuna Theatre, Colombo Lotus Tower(is being constructed) as well as the National Museum.
  • Dinner & overnight stay at Colombo Hotel.
Day 2

  • After Breakfast Transfer to North of The Country - Anuradhapura.
  • En-route visit Yapahuva -.-Yapahuwa was one of the ephemeral capitals of medieval Sri Lanka. In 1272, King Bhuvenakabahu transferred the capital from Polonnaruwa to Yapahuwa in the face of Dravidian invasions from South India, bringing the Sacred Tooth Relic with him. Following the death of King Bhuvenakabahu in 1284, the Pandyans of South India invaded Sri Lanka once again, and succeeded in capturing Sacred Tooth Relic. Following its capture, Yapahuwa was largely abandoned and inhabited by Buddhist monks and religious ascetics
  • After completion Yapahuwa, Drive to Anuradhapura. Continue to explore Anuradhapura Ancient ruins city.-Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, Which is famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Sri Lankan civilisation. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the center of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and one of the eight World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. The ancient city, considered sacred to the Buddhist world, is today surrounded by monasteries covering an area of over sixteen square miles (40 km²).
  • Check in to Anuradhapura Hotel.
  • Dinner & overnight stay at Anuradhapura Hotel.
Day 3

  • Next Day After Breakfast proceed to Sigiriya.
  • En-Route visit Awukana Statue -The Avukana statue is a standing statue of the Buddha near Kekirawa in North Central Sri Lanka. The statue, which has a height of more than 40 feet (12 m), has been carved out of a large granite rock face during the 5th century. It depicts a variation of the Abhaya mudra, and the closely worn robe is elaborately carved. Constructed during the reign of Dhatusena. The statue alone is 38 feet 10 inches (11.84 m) in height, and with the pedestal the total height of the Avukana statue reaches 42 feet (13m).
  • After completion visit Awukana Proceed to Dambulla Cave Temple complex and Golden Temple. Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site (1991) in Sri Lanka. The rock towers are spread over 160 m the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves,
  • Then Transfer to Sigiriya / Dambulla /Habarana Hotel and Check in.
  • Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4

  • After Breakfast, proceed to visit Sigiriya Lions Rock Kingdom. -Sigiriya is an ancient palace located in the central Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kasyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. Today Sigiriya is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is the most visited historic site in Sri Lanka.
  • After Completion, transfer to further North of the Country - Polonnaruwa.
  • Explore Polonnaruwa Ancient city -Poḷonnaruwa is the main town of Polonnaruwa District in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. Kaduruwela area is the Polonnaruwa New Town and the other part of Polonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site.
  • After completion, back to Hotel
  • Dinner & overnight stay at Sigiriya/ Dambulla / Habarana Hotel.
Day 5

  • After Breakfast drive to Kandy vis Matale .
  • En route, you can visit Spice Garden, Aluwihara Rock Temple, Matale Sri Muthuamman Kovil.
  • When reach to Kandy, proceed to explore Kandy City . Kandy view Pint - Gem Museum-Bathik and Wood carving centers.
  • After completion Kandy city tour, check in to Kandy Hotel.
  • Evening back to Kandy to worship Temple of Tooth Relic of Loard Buddha and Traditional Kandyan Culture Show. -Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. Kandy is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple. Rituals are performed three times daily, On Wednesdays there is a symbolic bathing of the relic with an herbal preparation made from scented water and fragrant flowers called Nanumura Mangallaya. This holy water is believed to contain healing powers and is distributed among those present.
  • Back To Hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at Kandy Hotel.
Day 6

  • After Breakfast visit to explore Royal Botanical Garden at Peradeniya. -Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya attracts 2 million visitors annually. It is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees. Attached to it is the National Herbarium of Sri Lanka. The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59 km2), at 460 meters above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall.
  • After completion visit Botanical Garden, transfer to Ambuluwawa Biodiversity Complex. -Ambuluwawa Tower is the first Multi Religious Centre in Sri Lanka. You can see a Temple, Kovil, Mosque and a Church. It is known that Ambuluwawa Temple is an evocative of a Buddhist ‘stupa’ with a height of 48 meters. This Multi Religious Centre shows the perfect Harmony and Unity among us Sri Lankans from the beginning.
  • Further Transfer towards Nuwara Eliya.
  • En route visit Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple at Ramboda and Ramboda Water Falls, Damro Labukelle Tea Center. You can taste here Cup of Pure Sri Lankan Tea.
  • Check in to Nuwara Elia Hotel, Dinner & overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya Hotel.
Day 7

  • After Breakfast Transfer to Explore Nuwara Eliya City.-visit Old Post Office, Gregoey lake area, Sita Amman Kovil & Pedro Tea Factory. -Nuwara Eliya is a city, in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The city name gives the meaning "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is located at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) and is considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is also known for the temperate, cool climate, the city is known as the coolest area in Sri Lanka.
  • After Completion transfer to Yala via Ella City. En route you can visit -Little Adams Peak /See Ella Rock, 9 Archec Bridge, Rawana Water Fall.
  • Arrive to Tissa. Check In to Tissa Hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at Tissa Hotel
Day 8

  • Early Morning Get ready for Yala safari. Safari Jeep awaiting you outside the hotel -Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park covers 979 square kilometres (378 sq mi) and is located about 300 kilometres (190 mi) from Colombo. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, Sri Lankan leopards and aquatic birds. Yala hosts a variety of ecosystems ranging from moist monsoon forests to freshwater and marine wetlands. Yala National Park is one of the 70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka. Yala harbours 215 bird species including six endemic species of Sri Lanka.
  • After completion safari, back to Hotel and take Breakfast .
  • Check our from Hotel and transfer to Colombo. En route visit Galle Dutch Fort.- Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, and then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. The fort has a colourful history. The heritage value of the fort has been recognised by the UNESCO and the site has been inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique exposition of "an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries.
  • Further Transfer towards Colombo - visit Ahungalle Sea Turtle Conservation Center. Ahungalla Sea Turtles Project Nonprofit organisation. Volunteer and help conserve Sri Lanka's Sea turtles.
  • Transfer to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport for departure. Drop to Departure Lobby.
  • This Program can be slightly change, according to your arrival & departure times.

Included

All Hotel rooms with A/C, Hot water, Attached Bathrooms, Ceiling Fans, Tea/Coffee Facility7 Nights' accommodationDay 1 - Colombo Hotels. Standard Hotel Category = Mandarina Hotel or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Marino Beach Hotel or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Kingsbury Hotel or similar 5*­Day 2 -Anuradhapura HotelsStandard Hotel Category = Lake Forest Hotel or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Forest Rock Garden Hotel or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Uga Ullagalla Resort or similar 5*­­Day 3 -Habarana / Sigiriya HotelsStandard Hotel Category = Pelwehera Village Resort or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Sigiriya Hotel or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lodge Habarana or similar 5*­Day 4 -Habarana / Sigiriya HotelsStandard Hotel Category = Pelwehera Village Resort or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Sigiriya Hotel or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lodge Habarana or similar 5*­Day 5 -kandy HotelsStandard Hotel Category = Mount Blue Hotel or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Amaya Hills or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Golden Crown Hotel or similar 5*­Day 6 -Nuwara Eliya HotelsStandard Hotel Category = Araliya Red Hotel or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Galway Height Hotel or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Golden Ridge Hotel or similar 5*­Day 7 -Tissamaharama / Yala HotelsStandard Hotel Category = tamarind Tree Hotel or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Cinnamon Wild Hotel or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Jetwing Yala Hotel or similar 5*

Licences National Chauffeur Guide - English/ Russian Speaking.

For whole tour in all Hotels daily Breakfast & Dinner included. Other extra dishes / Spirits /wine /beer /soft drink / Bottle water - Need to pay directly as extra charges

Extra Meals ( Lunch ) on the way can arrange if you requested.

Available only Passenger Insurance (Rs. 500,000 per person) inside of the Vehicle .

  • For 2 Guests - Standard Sedan Car with A/C.
  • For 2-4 Guests - KDH -Flat roof Van with A/C
  • For 5-6 Guests - KDH -Hi Roof Van with A/C
  • Accommodation in standard rooms on half board basis at hotels specified or of similar standard.
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle from pick up at airport to drop off Colombo
  • Entrance fees and visits as per the itinerary
  • All transfers on Private basis in a Comfortable DUAL A/C minivan.
  • Service of a professional English Speaking Chauffeur guide. (Licensed with the Sri Lankan tourism board)
  • Hotels as above mentioned with daily breakfast and dinner.
  • Toll/Parking fees.
  • Government TAX/VAT (Kindly note that, this is subject to change in an event government changes its tax policy

Value added services

  • Bottled water during the tour.
  • Gift Souvenirs.

Excluded

No Flights Included for this tour

  • Visa fees
  • Cost of beverage throughout the tour.( Tea/Coffee/ Beer)
  • New Year & Christmas Supplements / Kandy Perehara Supplement
  • Peak Period Room Supplement - from 20.12.24 - 10.01.25
  • Expenses of a personal nature.
  • Tips and Porter-age
  • Any other services not specified above
  • Optional excursions and additional services could be provided for which we will charge additionally.

Tour Booking

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