Day 01: Arrival in Sri Lanka

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Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, met by Our representative, proceed to Sigiriya , En route visit. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Spice garden.

 

ELEPHANT   ORPHANAGE 

The orphanage was originally founded to afford care and protection to the many orphaned Elephants found in the jungles of Sri Lanka. The elephants are taken to the river twice a day for a bath, and all the babies less than three years of age are still bottle-fed by the mahouts and volunteers.  The main attraction is clearly to observe the elephants bathing which is quite a spectacle. Dinner and Overnight Stay at Hotel in Sigiriya

 

Day 02: SIGIRIYA - TRINCOMALEE - SIGIRIYA

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After Breakfast proceed to Trincomalee & visit Koneswaram temple of Trincomalee or Thirukonamalai Konesaram Temple – The Temple of the Thousand Pillars and Dakshina-Then Kailasam is a classical-mediaeval Hindu temple complex in Trincomalee, a Hindu religious pilgrimage centre in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka. 

 

Shankari Devi Shakthi Peetam: it is small in size but of some significance for Hindu pilgrims. This Shankari Devi temple was reconstructed in a new place. The original Shankari Devi temple, said to be built by Ravana, was the first in the list of AshtaDasha (18) Shakti Peethas written down by Adi Shankara. But its whole cliff was destroyed by Portuguese cannon balls. Only a pillar for commemoration is placed on that spot now. And it is believed that the original idol of the Goddess has been preserved and replaced, being venerated now in this nearby new Shankari Devi temple. 

Thereafter return back to Sigiriya & evening Discover the 8th wonder of the world – the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dating back to the 5th Century A.D, this astounding ‘city’ on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. A miraculous feat of artistry and engineering, its unique features and exquisite frescoes continue to amaze all who visit it, even today. 

Rest of the day free leisure at the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Sigiriya  

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Day 03: SIGIRIYA - KANDY

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After breakfast Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Thereafter leave for the hill capital of Kandy, visiting a spice garden at Matale en route. Our spices have been sought after for centuries, and continue to be a celebrated export, even today. 

Afternoon visit to Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. In 2016, the garden was visited by 1.2 million locals and 400,000 foreign visitors. It is near the Mahaweli River. It is renowned for its collection of orchids. 

Thereafter visit to Gem Museum & Wood carving centre Evening @ 04.45 p.m Round off your day with a Cultural Dance show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries old rituals will enthral you.  

Check-in Hotel & relax. Dinner & Overnight stay in Kandy

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Day 04: KANDY / N’ELIYA

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After Breakfast enjoy city tour of Kandy: the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha.  A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from. 

 

Thereafter proceed to the city of Nuwara Eliya, visiting the Ramboda waterfalls, Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple and a tea plantation & tea factory along the way. 

 

The old colonial outpost still referred to as ‘Little England’ Nuwara Eliya certainly lives up to its name. Perched 6200 feet above sea level, the climate too, adds to the illusion of one stepping into an old English town, where neat hedges, quaint cottages and beautiful old buildings stand as serene as they did well over a century ago – the magnificent Grand Hotel presiding over them all. There is, of course, an old golf course as well as horse racing events to complete the picture.  

 

Victoria Park, Nuwara Eliya - Victoria Park is a public park located in Nuwara Eliya, next to the Nuwara Eliya Post Office in Sri Lanka. Originally the park was the research field of Hakgala Botanical Garden. The park was formally named in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. 

 

Seetha Amman Temple:The prominent temple architecture will not fail to attract your attention. Ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on one side of the temple. The temple today is a modern building with its paintings, statues and pillars decorated with sculptures; all depicting the tale of Rama and Sita. Check-in Hotel & relax. Dinner & Overnight stay in Nuwara-Eliya

 

Day 05: N’ELIYA / COLOMBO

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After Breakfast proceed to Colombo once in Colombo, enjoy a city tour of Colombo & shopping Sri Lanka’s former capital city, Colombo is easily the largest metropolis in the country. It is still the commercial and entertainment hub with many corporate buildings, restaurants, shopping malls, spas, hotels and nightclubs. If you want to have an active urban nightlife and do a spot of shopping then Colombo is your place. One unique thing you’re bound to find in the heart of Colombo is the tree-lined main streets adding to the idea that this truly is a tropical paradise. Stand under one of the towering streets in the afternoon sun and you’re bound to cool off. Colombo also has a massive park named after both Queen Victoria and Sri Lankan princes Vihara Maha Devi, Galle face Green, and is situated along the island’s Western Coastline boasting some of the world’s best city sunsets every evening. Sit on an open terrace, sip Margaritas and watch the golden-orange sky dance tones of blue and purple as night begins to fall. 

Later enjoy Colombo city shopping, 

There are wide varieties of shopping complexes within Colombo city all of them are with all the facilities. Most of the shopping malls are fully Wi-Fi enabled. If you are looking for goods for lesser prices Pettah bazaar is the ideal location. You can buy almost anything you want but this is always busy and crowded. If you move along the Gall road you can find shopping malls like Majestic City, Liberty Plaza and Crescat which are very popular among locals as well. You can buy garments, handicrafts, books, leather goods and many more. Prices are very competitive. ODEL and Arina are other shopping malls which are very popular among tourists. The shops in Main Street of Pettah mostly sell readymade garments. Check-in Hotel & relax Dinner & Overnight stay in Colombo

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Day 06: COLOMBO / AIRPORT

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After Breakfast proceed to the Colombo Airport to catch your flight back home accompanied with all the happy memories of the tropical isle; Sri Lanka once known as TAPROBANE.​

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