Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives

MAGICAL SRI LANKA TOUR

ITINERARY – 12 DAYS 11 NIGHTS

DAY 01 & 02: AIRPORT – DAMBULLA                                                                                                     175 KMS

When arrived at the Katunayake international airport, you will be greeted and welcome by a representative of SUNNY CEYLON TRAVELS; and transferred to DAMBULLA,  Major attractions of the city include the largest and best preserved CAVE TEMPLE COMPLEX of Sri Lanka, and the SIGIRIYA ROCK, which was built by KING KASSYAPA fearing an invasion built this impregnable fortress at Sigiriya . The majestic SIGIRIYA LION ROCK FORTRESS consists of WATER GARDEN, FRESCOES, MIRROR WALL, LION FLATFORM and THE SUMMITT. The city also boasts to have the LARGEST ROSE QUARTZ MOUNTAIN RANGE in South Asia, and the IRON WOOD FOREST, or so called NAMAL UYANA. (HOTEL: CINNAMON LODGE – DELUXE ROOM – BB – EXTRA BED)

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DAY 03: DAMBULLA – COLOMBO                                                                                                              190 KMS

After breakfast depart to COLOMBO via PINNAWELA ELEPHANT ORPHANGE. Colombo was known to ancient traders 2,000 years ago. However it was only made the capital of the island when Sri Lanka was ceded to the British Empire in 1815, and its status as capital was retained when the nation became independent in 1948. There are plenty of activities in COLOMBO, such as sightseeing, shopping and restaurants etc. (HOTEL: COLOMBO COURTYARD – SUPERIOR DELUXE – BB – EXTRA BED)

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DAY 04 & 05: COLOMBO – BENTOTA                                                                                                      120 KMS

After breakfast, we depart to BENTOTA, a tourist attraction and a destination for water sports. Bentota is also known for the ancient art of healing called Ayurveda. Bentota is famous for its toddy production, an alcoholic beverage made out of coconut nectar. (HOTEL : SRI VILLAS – 02 SUITES AT NISALA VILLA – ROOM ONLY)

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DAY 06 & 07: BENTOTA – TANGALLE                                                                                                      150 KMS

After breakfast leave for TANGALLE. It is one of the largest towns in the Southern province. It has a mild climate and beautiful sandy beaches. Tangalle is a regionally important fishing port and a centre of tourism. In the city centre there is an old Dutch fort which is used as a prison today. The town also serves as a starting point for visits to the rock temple of MULKIRIGALA. Places of interest here are the TURTLE HATCHERY FARM, THE BLOW HOLE, DONDRA POINT etc. (HOTEL: TEAK HOUSE – 02 SUITES – ROOM ONLY)

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DAY 08 & 09: TANGALLE – YALA                                                                                                                 130 KMS

After breakfast, depart for YALA NATIONAL PARK, which is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan Elephants and aquatic birds. Yala hosts a variety of ecosystems ranging from moist monsoon forests to freshwater and marine wetlands. It is one of the 70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka. Yala harbors 215 bird species including six endemic species of Sri Lanka. The number of mammals that has been recorded from the park is 44, and it has one of the highest leopard densities in the world. (HOTEL CINNAMON WILD – JUNGLE CHALET – BB – EXTRA BED)

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DAY 10: YALA – ELLA                                                                                                                                        150 KMS

From Yala, we travel to ELLA, which is only a small village located high in the mountains with a refreshingly cool climate especially in the evenings. Ella is famous for its numerous waterfalls. (HOTEL: 98 ACRE RESORTS – 02 STANDARD – BB)

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DAY 11: ELLA – NEGOMBO                                                                                                                           220 KMS

After breakfast, drive to NEGOMBO through UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARK, we will not be driving through the park but you might be able see ELEPHANTS gathering by the fence. Enjoy a scenic drive. Half way through the journey, we will pass a city famous for the Sri Lankan precious stones, BLUE SAPPHIRE. (HOTEL: COLOMBO COURTYARD – SUPERIOR DELUXE – BB – EXTRA BED)

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DAY 12: NEGOMBO – AIRPORT                                                                                                                    20 KMS

Depending on the time of departure, we will transfer you to the airport, (Reporting time at airport 3 hours before flight as required by airline)

CONDITIONS:

  • Prices are valid for tours commencing and completed including and within the dates specified
  • Prices are based on the room reservation mention in the itinerary
  • SRI VILLAS & TEAK HOUSE ON ROOM ONLY BASIS – MEALS ARE FROM ALA CARTE
  • Rates are subject to availability at the time of making the reservation.
  • In the event the required/specified hotel is not available, a suitable alternative will be offered with or without a supplement
  • Cancellation/refund restrictions will apply once reservations are made
  • Changes to the chronology of the tour may be made as required based on arrival and departure times BUT additional cost may apply

COST INCLUDED:

  • Meet on arrival and drop off on departure
  • Accommodation as specified sharing basis inclusive of breakfast
  • All applicable taxes & hotel service charge
  • Transportation as per the itinerary in an a/c coach with English speaking guide
  • Vehicle mileage for up to 1900 Kms / every additional Kms will be charged at US$ 0.45 per km

COST EXCLUDES:

  • Entrance tickets to any of the sites mentioned
  • Camera/video permits at certain sites
  • Border tax / visa fares / tips /health insurances
  • Expenses of a personal nature
  • Refreshments / meals while on travelling

HOTELS:

  • Cinnamon Lodge                                               02 Nights
  • Colombo Courtyard                                           02 Night
  • Sri Villas                                                            02 Nights
  • Teak House                                                       02 Nights
  • Cinnamon Wild Yala                                          02 Nights
  • 98 Acres Resorts                                              01 Night

 

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