Best of Sri Lanka, 10 Days
Description
Explore during this 10-day tour Sri Lanka high and low with this fascinating round-trip starting in the capital, Colombo, and taking an inland loop that covers all the main historic, cultural and natural attractions of this magical island. Discover a world of lush landscapes, picturesque lakeside cities, historic temples and ancient citadels. Meet some of the friendliest and gentlest creatures in the animal kingdom and enjoy the lush green tea plantations spread through the hill county. Conclude the tour with a few relaxing days on the beautiful beaches of Bentota.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Colombo: Sri Lanka’s vibrant capital is both a historic city packed with colonial architecture and modern metropolis with soaring skyscrapers.
Kandy: This beautiful city is home to the outstanding Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and its associated palaces and gardens.
Sigiriya: The ‘Lion Rock’ rises almost 200 metres above the jungle, offering stunning panoramic views that will amaze your eyes.
Yala National Park: 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.
Galle: Travel back in time while exploring the historical streets of this well-preserved fortified Dutch colonial city.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with an English-speaking escorted driver-guide
ACCOMMODATION:
- 9 night's accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Colombo:
Standard Hotel Category = Global Towers or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Radisson Colombo or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Shangri–La Hotel or similar 5*
Day 2 Habarana:
Standard Hotel Category = Sorrowwa Resort or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Habarana Village by Cinnamon or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Cinnamon Lodge or similar 4*
Day 3 Kandy:
Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Heritage or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Amaya Hills or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Earl’s Regency or similar 4*
Day 4-5 Ella:
Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Ella Gap or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Ella Mount Heaven or similar 3*
Deluxe Hotel Category = 98 Acres Resort or similar 5*
Day 6 Tissamaharama / Yala:
Standard Hotel Category = Oak Ray Lake or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Laya Safari or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Jetwing Yala or similar 4*
Day 7 Galle:
Standard Hotel Category = Thaproban Beach House or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = Amari Galle or similar 5*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Jetwing Lighthouse or similar 5*
Day 8-9 Bentota / Wadduwa:
Standard Hotel Category = The Palms or similar 4*
Superior Hotel Category = The Surf or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = The Blue Water or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 9 Breakfasts
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival/ Departure transfers from and to Colombo Airport
- Shared transport throughout the tour
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Dambulla temple, Polonnaruwa city tour, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Kandy city tour, Temple of the Tooth Relic, tea plantation, Ella Gap and Nine Acre’s Bridge, Safari at Yala National Park, Galle tour
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet on day 1
Excluded
- Kandy perahara supplements
- Entrance fees for Peradeniya Royal botanical Garden
- Dinner supplements at hotels
- Camera & video permits
- Lunch, Dinner, Beverages and extras (Specified)
- Entrance Fees for the sites
- Cost of Air Tickets & Travel Insurance
- Early check-in & Late check-out
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Any other services not specified above
- 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 warm clothing is the most suitable for travelling. 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.