Srilanka

Day 1 : Arrival in Sri Lanka / Pinnawala / Dambulla

Arrival and you will be warmly welcomed by Jetwing Representative and then introduced to a friendly English speaking chauffer Guide and then transferred to Dambulla. En route visit to Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage.

Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage-

Approx 55 miles from Colombo, off the Colombo – Kandy road is Pinnawela, where an orphanage was started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded elephants. The number of elephants has increased to more than 65 now; including Baby Elephants brought from various parts, as well as the 23 baby elephants born as a result of the captive breeding program. The best time to visit is the feeding time from 0930-1000 hrs and 1330-1400 hrs and the bathing time from 1000-1230 hrs and 1400-1600 hrs when all the elephants are taken to the river close by.

In the evening visit Dambulla Cave Temple (also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla) is a World Heritage Site (1991) in Sri Lanka situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148km east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy. It is the largest and best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented Caves in the surrounding area. These paintings and statues are related to Lord Buddha and his life. There are total of 153 Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan kings and 4 statues of gods and goddesses. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square meters. Depictions on the walls of the caves include the temptation by the demon Mara and Buddha’s first sermon. Proceed to your hotel in Dambulla. Dinner & Overnight stay in Dambulla. Half Board Basis | Deluxe room

Day 2 : Dambulla / Sigiriya

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be taken to Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress-

It is a “UNESCO World Heritage Site” and the 5th Century “Fortress in the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the Palace on the summit of the 600- foot high rock. On its summit are the foundations of the Royal Palace, Water Tanks to supply water and all other buildings and at the edges the guardhouses. On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting survived in the form of Frescoes of 21 life sized damsels still shining in their original colours. The Water Gardens, Fountain Garden, Summerhouses, Boulder Gardens and the Caves within the enclosed area should not be missed.

Village Trek With Lunch-

In the afternoon Visit Hiriwadunna, a village where trees outnumber people 1 to 100 and enjoy a trek across natural trails, a catamaran boat trip and a bullock cart ride. Upon reaching the shore you will be escorted to the house of a village local where your authentic Sri Lankan lunch will be cooked from freshly grown produce. Climb a tree house which is used by the local farmers to keep a watch on their crops and scare aware any elephants that come to attack it. After that, board a tuk tuk and enjoy a breezy ride back to the starting point.
Proceed to your hotel in Dambulla. Dinner & Overnight stay in Dambulla .Half Board Basis | Deluxe room

Day 3 : Dambulla / Matale/ Kandy

Breakfast at Hotel. You will be heading to the Hill capital; Kandy. Kandy is also well known as the center of Buddhism and the capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom.

En Route Visite Spice Garden, Matale –

Complete a guide tour of the manufacturing process of various herbs and spices. Visit the TEMPLE OF TOOTH RELIC which was once a resplendent royal palace. The palace now houses one of the most sacred tooth relics of the Buddha and is considered one of the most symbolic icons of the Buddhist heritage of Sri Lanka.

Cultural Show –

Evening experience a COLOURFUL SHOW where you will be taken to mind blowing Sri Lankan culture extravaganza… Get ready for Heavy drumbeat and acrobatic act. Dinner & Overnight stay in Kandy.

EARL’S REGENT – KANDY https://www.aitkenspencehotels.com/regentkandy/
Half Board Basis | Deluxe room

Day 4 : KANDY / ELLA

Breakfast at Hotel. Drive to Ella.

Option 01 – By train : You will be heading to Kandy Railway station for a once in lifetime experience. This is going to be a unique experience, taking A CLASSICAL TRAIN JOURNEY!
There are two express trains a day from Kandy to Ella:
Departure from Kandy: 08:47 – Arrives in Ella: 15:14 , Departure from Kandy: 11:10 – Arrives in Ella: 17:16

Option 02 – By road : Drive via famous Ramayana temple, HANUMAN TEMPLE, in Ramboda and Ramboda fall with the experience of tea plantations & tea factory visit. Enjoy “TEA EXPERIENCE”, which involves a visit 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. Enjoy a while in Nuwara Eliya city, little England, with famous Gregory Lake, Victoria park and other scenic beauty. Arrive in Ella & Check in to your hotel Have a relaxed walk in the beautiful paths of the hotel surrounded with mountains & water falls Dinner & Overnight stay in Ella.
Ella jungle Resort – ELLA http://www.ellajungleresort.lk/
Half Board Basis | CABANA

Day 5 : ELLA

Breakfast at Hotel. At the Ella jungle resort you will have following activities are on complementary basis :
1) Arial Rope
2) Slithering rope
3) Toddy tapper walk
4) Monkey Rope
5) Warakara Waterfall Tracking
Enjoy Little Adams peak, Nine Arch Bridge in Ella, Ravana Waterfall. Dinner & Overnight stay in Ella.
Ella jungle resort – ELLA http://www.ellajungleresort.lk/
Half Board Basis | CABANA

Day 6 : ELLA / YALA

Breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Yala & check in to hotel. Evening Safari in Yala National park.

Yala (National Park)-

the Ruhunu National Park covers 126,786 hectares Including the Strict Natural Reserve (Block II). The most familiar is Block I (14,101 hectares) and this block was established in 1938. Yala is famous for its big herds and large number of Elephants, Leopards, Spotted Deer, Sambhur, Crocodiles, Mongoose, Wild Boar, Wild Buffalo, and many other animals. More than 130 bird species are recorded which includes the resident and winter visitors. Dinner & Overnight stay in Yala.
Jetwing Yala – http://www.jetwinghotels.com/jetwingyala/
Half Board Basis | Superior room

Day 7 : YALA / GALLE/ AHUNGALLA

Breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to Ahungalla (All Inclusive package in your beach stay). En route Visit Galle.

Galle –

Sri Lanka’s most historically interesting town is Galle. It was a major port until about 100 years, but today still handles shipping and sailing boats in the natural harbour. Stroll around the lighthouse and harbour or visit the old town where you can see the traditional lace makers and wood carvers and purchase some the finest souvenirs.

The Dutch Fort – Galle –

The South Coast’s major city is Galle, whose oldest landmark is the massive Portuguese and Dutch Fort which is a “World Heritage Site” in which the central city is contained. But the city may be much older. Some scholars believe it to be the “Tarshish” of the Old Testament, to which King Solomon sent his merchant vessels, and to which Jonah fled from the Lord. Today, the 90-acre Galle Fort shows no evidence of the Portuguese founders. The Dutch incorporated the Portuguese northern wall in a great rampart in 1663. A second, taller wall was built inside of it. Between the two walls, a covered passage connected the central bastion with the Fort’s two half bastion’s overlooking the sea. The Dutch also installed a sophisticated drainage system, complete with brick lined underground sewers that were flushed twice a day by the high and low tides. The original gate to the fort was by the harbour. It is still there, marked by the British Coat-of-arms on the front and the Dutch V.O.C. with the Coat-of-arms with a rooster crest, is on the inner side of the Fort. Check in to the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Ahungalla.
Riu Ahungalla https://www.riu.com/en/hotel/sri-lanka/ahungalla/hotel-riu-sri-lanka/
ALL INCLUSIVE BASIS |Junior Suite Lateral sea View

Day 8 : Ahungalla/Bentota/Ahungalla

Breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Sightseeing in Bentota.

Bentota –

is the first National Holiday Resort developed by the Ceylon Tourist Board as a planned resort. There are 6 tourist hotels in the beach span of 5 miles with all the facilities a resort would require. Water sports facilities are available as in the Beruwela Resort. Many interesting sightseeing tours are possible from here, such as the Turtle farm, Mask shop, Boat trips on Bentota River etc. Dinner & Overnight stay in Ahungalla
Riu Ahungalla https://www.riu.com/en/hotel/sri-lanka/ahungalla/hotel-riu-sri-lanka/
ALL INCLUSIVE BASIS |Junior Suite Lateral sea View

Day 9 : COLOMBO / AIRPORT

Breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to Colombo. Explore the city of Colombo.

COLOMBO

a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens, Visit Fort, the former British administrative centre and military garrison, Sea Street – the Goldsmiths quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a
Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha & the Independence Square.
Indulge in some shopping whether it is value for money clothes or impressive antiques – Odel shopping Complex, Paradise Road, and Barefoot Gallery.
As all good things must come to an end, your guide will comfortably take you to the international airport in time for your return flight.