Experience the Central Hills

Description

Visit the top cultural and historical landmarks in central Sri Lanka with this spellbinding three-day tour. Immerse yourself in a world of lush landscapes, picturesque lakeside cities, and historic temples. Breathe in the fragrances of Sri Lanka at a spice garden and enjoy an incredible cultural show to discover Sri Lanka’s beautiful culture. As you travel across this picturesque island, also enjoy optional activities such as white-water rafting and a visit to a tea factory.


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Kandy: This beautiful city is home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and its associated palaces and gardens.

Nuwara Eliya: View fascinating plantations in the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country and admire the town’s Victorian architecture.

Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

  • Operated with English-speaking driver-guide

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 2 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Colombo:

Standard Hotel Category = Grand Oriental Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2 Kandy:

Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Senani or similar 3*

MEALS: 

  • 2 Breakfasts
  • 1 Lunch
  • 1 Dinner 

TRANSPORT:

  • Inbound transfer from Colombo Airport to Colombo Hotel
  • Shared transport throughout the tour

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Spice garden in Mawanella, Kandy city tour including Temple of the Tooth Relic, crafts centre, gem museum and cultural show, tea factory tour

OTHER:

  • Meet & Greet on arrival at Colombo airport

Excluded

  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme
  • Gratuities for drive and guide
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, etc
  • Compulsory festival/peak season surcharges if stated separately 
  • Video camera and photography permits at the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • Departure transfer from Colombo hotel to airport 
  • Optional tours and activities
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Know before you go

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Sri Lanka. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. Clients arriving on early morning flights will have to wait until the last tour participant has arrived.

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