Experience the Diverse South

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. Begin in Colombo and journey to Yala National Park, stopping at the Eth Athuru Sevana Elephant Orphanage and enjoying a thrilling jeep safari through the park. Conclude with a visit to the historic Galle fortress, a boat safari in Balapitiya, and stops at a lace factory, moonstone mine, and turtle hatchery, making for a rich and memorable trip


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Colombo: The busy capital of Sri Lanka, is a city of contrast by the seaside. Colonial buildings, Hindu and Buddhist temples, modern skyscrapers and some lakes are combined into a melting pot of cultures and people.

Yala: This National park is a mixture of plains, forests and waterbodies and is home to wonderful mammals such as sloth bears and leopards, elephants and deer and plenty of birds. Take a look at the Sri Lankan wild side.

Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

  • Operated with an English-speaking driver-guide 

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 2 night's accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Colombo:

Standard Hotel Category = Grand Oriental Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2 Tissamaharama:

Standard Hotel Category = Elephant Reach Hotel, Hotel Chandrika or similar 4*

MEALS: 

  • 2 Breakfasts 
  • 2 Lunches
  • 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: Elephant Orphanage in Udawalawe, Yala National Park entrance fees, Yala Jeep safari, lace factory in Dikwella, Galle fortress tour, Balapitiya boat ride, moonstone mine and turtle hatchery entrance

OTHER:

  • Meet and 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 
  • Airport departure transfer Colombo Hotel - Colombo 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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