Experience Sri Lanka

SUMMERY:

Route: Negambo, Sigiriya, Trincomalee, Passikud

Bentota, Colombo

Main Attractions: Pinnawala Elephant

Temple, Passikuda Beach, Mahiyanganaya Temple

Museum, Nuwara Eliya City, Rathnapura Gem Museum, Bentota Beach,

Experiences: Elephant Ride,

Island( Snorkeling ), Whale watching, Visiting Dabana: Veddhas,

Tea factory Visit

Hotels: Premium (4-5 Star) ,

star/Guest house)

DETAIL ITINERARY

Day 01 - Arriving to Sri Lanka from CMB

- Check in to Hotel in Negambo

Activity 01: Visit to the Negambo Fish Market & beach

noon)

Negambo fish market is known as the second largest fish market in Sri Lanka.

Its called ‘lelama’ by local people. Negambo is well known for its fresh fish

and Negambo fish market is one of the most important economical places in

Negamobo region.

In the evening visit Negambo beach one of most popular beach

coast of Sri Lanka to enjoy the sunset ending your 1

Overnight stay at Hotel in Negambo

Experience Sri Lanka(2): 8 Days 7 nights

Trincomalee, Passikuda, Mahiyanganaya, Kandy,

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya Rock Fortress,

a Beach, Mahiyanganaya Temple, Temple of tooth

Rathnapura Gem Museum, Bentota Beach,

Ride, Safari at Minneriya National park, Boat ride to Pigon

Island( Snorkeling ), Whale watching, Visiting Dabana: Veddhas, Cultural Show

5 Star) , Standard (4-3 star ), Budget (3-2 star), Backpack(2

Arriving to Sri Lanka from CMB

Check in to Hotel in Negambo

Activity 01: Visit to the Negambo Fish Market & beach (assuming arrival is by

market is known as the second largest fish market in Sri Lanka.

by local people. Negambo is well known for its fresh fish

and Negambo fish market is one of the most important economical places in

beach one of most popular beach on the west

to enjoy the sunset ending your 1st

day in Sri Lanka.

Overnight stay at Hotel in Negambo

Kandy, Rathnapura,

, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Koneshwaram

Temple of tooth- Kandy, Tea

Rathnapura Gem Museum, Bentota Beach,Colombo City

Safari at Minneriya National park, Boat ride to Pigon

Cultural Show- Kandy,

2 star), Backpack(2

Day 02 - Check out from the hotel after breakfast

- Leave to Habarana

Activity 01: En-route Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Watch baby jumbos wondering around their cramped foster home or bottle

fed and bathed by their human foster fathers at Pinnawala,

really enjoy and never forget. Most orphans are accustomed to their curious

human visitors are harmless.

Activity 02: Proceed to Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya (Lion's rock) is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin

the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other

structures. A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is also renowned for its

ancient paintings (frescos), which are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of India.

The Sigiriya was built during the reign of King Kassapa I (AD 477

is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka.

Activity 03: Elephant ride in Habarana

Habarana being the central location of the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka, the

culture tourists touring therein too grab the opportunity to enjoy an Elephant

back safari in Habarana. The irrigation reservoirs and waterways of the area

bring in a riverine terrain where the elephants would wade through, or swim

to reach the banks in the farther end. The ride w

main road, the pathways, villages, jungles, swamp and river.

- Overnight stay in Habarana

Day 03 - Leave to Minneriya

Activity 01: Safari in Minneriya

Minnneriya National Park is one of the most visited wild life destination in Sri

Lanka because of it has a high density of elephants.

Gathering is known to be the largest elephant gathering in Sri Lanka and in

the world. Apart from that the park has a high variety of birds and other

animals also. Along with Kaudulla and Girithale, Minneriya forms one of the

70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) of Sri Lanka.

Check out from the hotel after breakfast

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Watch baby jumbos wondering around their cramped foster home or bottle

fed and bathed by their human foster fathers at Pinnawala, a place you will

really enjoy and never forget. Most orphans are accustomed to their curious

Activity 02: Proceed to Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya (Lion's rock) is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin, surrounded by

e remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other

structures. A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is also renowned for its

ancient paintings (frescos), which are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of India.

the reign of King Kassapa I (AD 477 – 495), and it

is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka.

Activity 03: Elephant ride in Habarana

Habarana being the central location of the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka, the

therein too grab the opportunity to enjoy an Elephant

back safari in Habarana. The irrigation reservoirs and waterways of the area

bring in a riverine terrain where the elephants would wade through, or swim

to reach the banks in the farther end. The ride would also takes place over the

main road, the pathways, villages, jungles, swamp and river.

Minnneriya National Park is one of the most visited wild life destination in Sri

Lanka because of it has a high density of elephants. Minneriya Elephant

is known to be the largest elephant gathering in Sri Lanka and in

the park has a high variety of birds and other

long with Kaudulla and Girithale, Minneriya forms one of the

70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) of Sri Lanka.

Proceed to Trincomalee / Trincomalee City tour

Activity 02: Snorkeling at Pigeon Island

Pigeon Island National Park is one of the two marine national parks of Sri

Lanka. The national park contains some of the best remaining coral reefs of Sri

Lanka. Pigeon Island consists of two islands; large pigeon island and s

pigeon island.

- Overnight stay in Nilaweli and enjoy the beach

Day 04

- Check out from the Hotel early morning

Activity 01 : Whale Watching in Trincomalee

During the period of April to October Blue Whales remain close, around 6

nautical miles East of Trincomalee, about 30 minutes in travel time and has a

combined strike rate of over 80 per cent for Blue and Sperm Whales.

Koneswaram Temple a top Swamy Rock is the best publicly accessible on

shore whale watch point in the world for watchin

Activity 01 : Visit Passikuda Beach

Pasikuda beach, recognized as one of safest beaches in Sri L

destination for a sea bath. The sea is visualized with crystal clear water and

visitors are walking kilo meters in to the se

children can dive in the sea and ideal for the beginners in water surfing

- Overnight stay in Passikuda

Proceed to Trincomalee / Trincomalee City tour

Snorkeling at Pigeon Island

Pigeon Island National Park is one of the two marine national parks of Sri

The national park contains some of the best remaining coral reefs of Sri

Pigeon Island consists of two islands; large pigeon island and small

Nilaweli and enjoy the beach

Check out from the Hotel early morning

Whale Watching in Trincomalee

During the period of April to October Blue Whales remain close, around 6-8

miles East of Trincomalee, about 30 minutes in travel time and has a

combined strike rate of over 80 per cent for Blue and Sperm Whales.

top Swamy Rock is the best publicly accessible on-

shore whale watch point in the world for watching Blue Whales.

s one of safest beaches in Sri Lanka and an ideal

The sea is visualized with crystal clear water and

visitors are walking kilo meters in to the sea as it is not deep. Even small

children can dive in the sea and ideal for the beginners in water surfing.

Day 05

- Checking out from the hotel after breakfast

- Proceed to Kandy

Activity 01: Visit Dambana (Veddas)

Dambana is a village within the Badulla District in Sri Lanka. It is closest to the

town of Mahiyangana. It is known as the refuge of the indigenous Vedda

people as well as their moribund Vedda language. It is well known for its eco

tourism projects. In 2010 it had population close 1000 individuals all belonging

to Vedda families.

Activity 02: Visit Mahiyanganaya Temple

It is said that the Lord Gautama Buddha visited Mahiyanganaya on the full

moon Poya day of January in order to settle a dispute arose

and Nagas (two tribes then inhabited this area) and this was his first ever visit

to Sri Lanka. Then the Lord Buddha preached Dhamma to Sumana Saman, a

leader in this area & gave a handful his hair relic so that people could worship.

After that Sumana Saman built a golden chethiya in which the sacred hair relic

was deposited. As such, this historic town is a

as well as a popular tourist destination.

Activity 03: Visit Kandy: Enjoy Cultural Show

The Cultural Show in Kandy is one of the famous evening events not to be

missed when visiting this heritage city. It starts in the evening and runs for

more than 1 hr. Listen to the captivating traditional drummers and be

mesmerized viewing the many different art form

low country of the island. The spectacular fire dancers and other folklore,

Demon dancers, Traditional Kandyan dancers are a definite breathtaking

experience to the locals and visitors alike.

- Overnight stay in in Kandy

Checking out from the hotel after breakfast

Activity 01: Visit Dambana (Veddas)

Dambana is a village within the Badulla District in Sri Lanka. It is closest to the

town of Mahiyangana. It is known as the refuge of the indigenous Vedda

people as well as their moribund Vedda language. It is well known for its eco-

10 it had population close 1000 individuals all belonging

Activity 02: Visit Mahiyanganaya Temple

It is said that the Lord Gautama Buddha visited Mahiyanganaya on the full

moon Poya day of January in order to settle a dispute arose between Yakkas

and Nagas (two tribes then inhabited this area) and this was his first ever visit

to Sri Lanka. Then the Lord Buddha preached Dhamma to Sumana Saman, a

gave a handful his hair relic so that people could worship.

hat Sumana Saman built a golden chethiya in which the sacred hair relic

was deposited. As such, this historic town is a very sacred place for Buddhists

as well as a popular tourist destination.

Cultural Show

Show in Kandy is one of the famous evening events not to be

missed when visiting this heritage city. It starts in the evening and runs for

more than 1 hr. Listen to the captivating traditional drummers and be

mesmerized viewing the many different art forms from the up country and

low country of the island. The spectacular fire dancers and other folklore,

Demon dancers, Traditional Kandyan dancers are a definite breathtaking

experience to the locals and visitors alike.

Day 06

- Checking out from the hotel after breakfast

Activity 01: Visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Maligawa or The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist

temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace

which houses the Relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic

has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that

whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country.

Activity 02: Kandy City Tour

Kandy (Ancient Senkadagala) is surrounded by a ring of mountain ranges and

Sri Lanka’s largest river Mahaweli Ganga. Kandy enjoys a salubrious climate

and still breathes the ancient lifestyle of the people. The heritage of Kandy,

Architecture, Sculpture, painting, Dance and Music, all such cultural traditions

are endemic to Sri Lanka. Kandy remains the home for all denominations of

major world religions.

Activity 03: Visit to Tea Museum & Tea Factory

While Kandy is a mandatory stop virtually on every

location of the Ceylon Tea Museum at Hantane enhances the attraction of the

hill country to visitors. Additionally, its proximity to the Peradeniya Botanical

Gardens and Loolecondera estate, where tea was first grown commercially i

Sri Lanka makes Hantane the perfect location.

Once finish the tour in Tea museum the next would be to visit Mackwood Tea

factory & Experience how the tea are prepared to quench your thirst. You will

also see tea pluckers on your way to the tea factory. O

you can enjoy pure Sri Lankan tea from the Mackwood tea factory itself.

- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya/ Hatton

Checking out from the hotel after breakfast

Visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Maligawa or The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist

temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex

which houses the Relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic

has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that

whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country.

ndy (Ancient Senkadagala) is surrounded by a ring of mountain ranges and

Sri Lanka’s largest river Mahaweli Ganga. Kandy enjoys a salubrious climate

and still breathes the ancient lifestyle of the people. The heritage of Kandy,

nting, Dance and Music, all such cultural traditions

are endemic to Sri Lanka. Kandy remains the home for all denominations of

& Tea Factory

While Kandy is a mandatory stop virtually on every tourist's itinerary, the

location of the Ceylon Tea Museum at Hantane enhances the attraction of the

hill country to visitors. Additionally, its proximity to the Peradeniya Botanical

Gardens and Loolecondera estate, where tea was first grown commercially in

Sri Lanka makes Hantane the perfect location.

Once finish the tour in Tea museum the next would be to visit Mackwood Tea

factory & Experience how the tea are prepared to quench your thirst. You will

also see tea pluckers on your way to the tea factory. Once you finish with all,

tea from the Mackwood tea factory itself.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya/ Hatton

Day 07

- Checking out from the hotel after breakfast

Activity 01: Nuwara Eliya City Tour

Nuwara Eliya is a city, in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The

city name meaning is "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city

is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque

landscape and temperate climate. It is located at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128

ft) and is considered to be the most important location for Tea production in

Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri

Lanka.

Activity 2: Visit Rathnapura

Rathnapura is considered as the city of gems in Sri Lanaka, you will be visiting

the gem museum in Rathnapura on your way to Bentota. I

buy some precious souvenirs for your friend & family.

Activity 3: Proceed to Bentota

Bentota is a town in Sri Lanka, located on the southern tip of the Galle District

of the Southern Province. Bentota is a tourist attraction, with a local airport

(Bentota River Airport) and a handful of world

for watersports.

- Enjoy the evening at Bentota beach/ Overnight stay in

DAY 8

- Check out from the Hotel after breakfast

Activity 1: Visit Colombo( Colombo City tour & do shopping)

Colombo the capital of Sri Lanka is the

cultural centre of Sri Lanka. You will be visiting some of its key attractions

including Galle Face, Petah Bazaar, Independence square, Gangamara Temple

and few places to do your last minute shopping.

- Departure

Checking out from the hotel after breakfast

city, in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The

city name meaning is "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city

is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque

It is located at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128

ft) and is considered to be the most important location for Tea production in

Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri

is considered as the city of gems in Sri Lanaka, you will be visiting

ura on your way to Bentota. If needed you can

your friend & family.

located on the southern tip of the Galle District

Bentota is a tourist attraction, with a local airport

(Bentota River Airport) and a handful of world-class hotels. It is a destination

t Bentota beach/ Overnight stay in Bentota

ut from the Hotel after breakfast

Activity 1: Visit Colombo( Colombo City tour & do shopping)

of Sri Lanka is the biggest city and political, economic and

cultural centre of Sri Lanka. You will be visiting some of its key attractions

including Galle Face, Petah Bazaar, Independence square, Gangamara Temple

and few places to do your last minute shopping.