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A Private Week of Paradise in Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
7 DAYS
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7 DAYS
Group Type
PRIVATE
Language
en
Confirmation
On Request
Overview
Explore some of Sri Lanka's most famous and historical, cultural destinations that include UNESCO World Heritage Sites with this short 7-day tour.
Highlights
- Visit the one of the best preserved colonial fort in South Asia
- Visit the Last Kingdom of Sri Lanka
- Explore some of Sri Lanka\'s most famous and historical, cultural destinations that include UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
What's Included
Inclusions
- City tours in Kandy and Colombo.
- Service of an English-Speaking Chauffer Guide throughout the tour.
- Accommodation at 3-star hotels
- Transport in a Private Air-conditioned Vehicle, inclusive of all chauffer accommodation, cost of fuel, parking & highway tolls.
- Meal plan on Bed and Breakfast basis starting with breakfast on day 2 and ending with breakfast on day 7
Exclusions
- Entrance fees to respective sites.
- Cost of Beverages and Meals where not specified.
- Tips & Portages.
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- International / Domestic Airfare.
- Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application.
Itinerary
1
Airport > Dambulla > Sigiriya
<p>Arrive at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by a designated chauffer guide from Lakpura. After the formalities at the airport, you will be escorted to your air-conditioned vehicle and proceed to Dambulla, en route make a pause at Chilaw and visit Munneswaram Temple. (Travel Time: 2 to 2 ½ hrs)</p> <p>Later on, proceed to Chilaw to Munneswaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka. It has been in existence at least since 1000 CE, although myths surrounding the temple associate it with the popular Indian epic Ramayana, and its legendary hero-king Rama. The temple is one of five ancient temples dedicated to Shiva in the region.</p> <p>Thereafter continue to Dambulla and check in to the hotel and relax. (Travel Time: 3 to 3 ½ hrs) Later in the evening visit Dambulla Cave Temple. Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha.</p> <p>Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex. On completion return to the hotel and relax.</p>
2
Sigiriya > Polonnaruwa > Minneriya > Sigiriya
<p>After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Polonnaruwa and explore the ruins of the Ancient Kingdom. (Travel Time – 50 to 60 mins) Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, which was the second major capital of Sri Lanka.</p> <p>Walk through the ruins of the city that flourished between the 10th to the 13th century AD. View important monuments such as Gal Vihara, Vatadage, the lotus bath, Lankathilaka Temple and the statue of King Parakramabahu whose reign was considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa. Get to know more about Sri Lanka's ancient history. Afterwards proceed to entrance of Minneriya National Park and hop in to the safari jeep to go on a lovely safari. (Travel Time: 30 to 40 mins)</p> <p>This three-hour safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October.</p> <p>In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas. On completion return to the hotel and relax.</p>
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Age 13+
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