Sri Lanka, Paradise Island, Spanish-speaking guide
Description
Explore Sri Lanka with this awe-inspiring nine-day round-trip tour 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. Breathe in the fragrances of Sri Lanka at herb and spice gardens. Enjoy the lush green tea plantations spread through the hill county.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Udawalawe Park: home to nearly 400 elephants that can be seen on safari in herds, bathing, playing and feeding. Other inhabitants of the park are buffalo, deer, monkeys, monitor lizards, birds, and leopards.
Galle: the epic capital of the south is where classic Dutch architecture meets tropical surroundings creating a vivid vibe in beauty.
Haputale: this small province has a rich and dense biodiversity with numerous varieties of flora and fauna, it is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations.
Kandy: conjures up visions of splendour and magnificence because it was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings before falling under the British Empire.
Matale: A beautiful agricultural area in the Central Province of the island that was the spearhead of the rebellion in 1848 and today stands out for its contribution through emblematic crops that range from tea, rubber and vegetables to the variety of spices.
Silver Temple: a rock-cut Buddhist shrine that features a 30-foot reclining Buddha, surrounded by impressive walls and carvings.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with Spanish-speaking tour escort throughout the itinerary
ACCOMMODATION:
- 8 night’s accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Beruwala
Superior Hotel Category = Cinnamon Bey or similar 4*
Day 2 Udawalawe
Superior Hotel Category = Centauria Wild or similar 4*
Day 3 Haputale
Superior Hotel Category = Melheim Resort or similar 4*
Day 4-5 Kandy
Superior Hotel Category = Cinnamon Citadel or similar 4*
Day 6-7 Habarana
Superior Hotel Category = Habarana Village or similar 4*
Day 8 Negombo
Superior Hotel Category = Suriya Luxury or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 8 Breakfasts
- 8 Dinners
- 8 Lunches upon an additional cost (full-board optional extra)
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival/ departure shared transfer in an air-conditioning bus from/to Colombo International Airport
- Shared transportation in an air-conditioning bus throughout the tour
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Turtle Orphanage (Day 1); Galle tour city, Udawalawe National Park Safari (Day 2); Tuk Tuk ride in Lipton Seat, Tamil people encounter in Haputale, Tea factory visit and tasting (Day 3); Nuwara Eliya city tour, Cultural show in Kandy (Day 4); Kandy city tour, including the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Garden (Day 5); Spice Garden, Temple visit in Matale, Dambulla caves (Day 6); Hiriwaduna visit, Sigiriya visit (Day 7); Silver Temple visit, Negombo city tour (Day 7)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
Excluded
- Visa fees
- Domestic flights
- International flights: the arrival flight time recommended is before 09:00 am. The departure flight time recommended is before 01:30 pm
- Video camera permits at the Temple of the Buddha's Tooth
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Optional tours (if any)
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- 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 convenient for travelling in Sri Lanka. Passengers should not wear tank tops, shorts, short skirts, or clothing that is too tight when visiting temples, religious sites, or official buildings. Shoes and hats must be removed before entering a temple or private home. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat or cap, and mosquito repellent can also be of great help during the trip.