Overview
With more than 2,000 years of culture, fine beaches, aged ruins, friendly locals and more tea than you can swing a pot at – Sri Lanka is back on the map of the best tourist destination.
With more than 2,000 years of culture, fine beaches, aged ruins, friendly locals and more tea than you can swing a pot at – Sri Lanka is back on the map of the best tourist destination.
Welcome to Sri Lanka. Have a meet and greet at the airport from our representative. You will have a 3 hour driveto Wilpattu National Park. This is one of the oldest parks in Sri Lanka. This unique existence take you to a destination full of nature and wildlife. While exploring the leopard population, you also get the freedom to experience an amazing climate with variety of fauna, flora, birds and reptiles as well as many other rarely seen wild animals.
Transfer to Safari transit hotel.
After breakfast, visit Aukana Buddha statue in Kekirawa. The statue which is 40 ft tall is a carved construction from the 5th Century. The stone sculpture is one of the best resemblance of the standing Buddha. Have an amazing time learning about the history of the statue. Spend the night at your hotel and relax.
After breakfast, you will be taken to climb the Sigiriya rock which is an archeological site. The very famous Sigiriya has an ancient tale to narrate. Visitors from around the world get attracted to the miraculous Lions rock. King Kassapa who fled from the guilt of killing his own father selected this site to make the illusions of a magical land come true. Visitors of Sigiriya enjoy the view of the moat, pools in the garden complex, fountain gardens, man made shelter with brick walls, ruins of the lions mouth, remains of the indent in the rock, terrace below the mirror wall and summit ruins. Later, proceed to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, declared by King Vijayabahu. The ancient city lets you witness the ruins and temples with the exposing Buddhist culture
Dambulla is one of the most popular heritages places in Sri Lanka. Visit the five exquisite caves of The cave of Lord of the Gods, Cave of great kings, Cave of great new temple, Cave of western temple, and the cave of second new temple all which possess various ancient paintings of Lord Buddha (157 images within caves). Next, visit the world renowned spice garden in Matale. Witness a spice garden with vital herbs as Margosa, Sandalwood, Almond, Coconut and many more. Learn how first hand cloves, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon and saffron are grown from their natural surrounding. The final destination for the day. Kandy. The city of Kandy has been historic and forever popular. The Golden city narrates story with its influences by culture, history, religion, politics and natural beauty. This Hill country beauty along with the Temple of Tooth Relic is a must to see.
As you are in Kandy, one of the most popular, heritages and spontaneous cities in the world feel relaxed and calm. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic where the remains of Lord Buddha’s tooth are deposited. The temple is believed to be very powerful and exposes the Sri Lankan culture and religious expectations at its best. Next, visit the Royal botanical gardens in Peradeniya. The gardens present all types of endemic and non- endemic flowers and plants. On your way back, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and get the opportunity to spend some quality time with the orphan elephants.
Drive to Hortan plains national park. Let out the adventurer in you. The Hortan plains national park is undoubtedly one of Sri Lankas best nature reserves with the best Eco tourist environment. Discover the forest hidden in the hill top, the mind blowing landscapes and wild mammals such as the deer, squirrels, wild bore, wild hare, porcupine, leopards and various bird and flora varieties. Enjoy a trek and nature trail at the hills.
Enjoy your breakfast and prepare to proceed to Ella to visit the Little Adams Peak with a height of 1141 M. The most amazing place is a genuine place of interest. Most tourists get attracted to this panoramic view. Walk through the paddy fields admiring the beautiful waterfalls and tea plantations. Capture these unforgettable memories where you can enjoy a recap of it when you return home..
Enjoy 03 nights of relaxation at Hikkaduwa or Unawautuna beaches. Enjoy beach games as beach volleyball, jet skiing, skiing, diving, snorkeling and swimming anytime you feel like. You will be transferred back to the airport on your last day.
Leave with a heart to return!
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