Despite its small size the island boasts of with plenty of charm.
TOUR CODE- HS4N
*The tour itinerary has been designed assuming the arrival in Colombo in the morning and the departure in the nighttime. Change of those will tend to change the itinerary slightly.
*Our itinerary is entirely flexible, and we can adjust it as you wish. Please choose the itinerary and submit us with the required changes.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Meet and assist at Colombo Airport and transfer to Sigiriya.
In the afternoon, climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (2hrs)- The spectacular rock fortress which is the best-preserved city center in Asia from the first millennium and has been named as a UNESCO world heritage and the 8th wonder of the world. Village Walk (1hr)- A place to understand the village life of Sri Lankans and birdwatching to experience a memorable evening.
Overnight stay at: Sigiriya
Travel Time: 3hrs 30min (approx.) – Bandaranayake International Airport to Sigiriya
Meal: –
Day 2
After breakfast, leave for the cultural heart of Sri Lanka, Kandy. Enroute visit Spice and Herbal Garden (1hrs) – Sri Lanka is an integral part of the global spice trade for many centuries which is used not only for cooking but also for medicine. Sri Lanka is home to the world’s best cinnamon (Ceylon Cinnamon) and many other spices.
In the afternoon. visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic (1hr 30min)- The most important Buddhist relic, constructed mainly during the reign of Kandyan kings from 1687-1707 and 1747-1782. Kandy City Walk, City Tour and Shopping (3hrs)- Walking around the Kandy Lake and picturesque surroundings. The second largest city and the cultural heart of the country. Sri Lanka has an extensive variety of gems, jewelry and handicrafts which represent the richly craftsmanship tradition tracing back as long as the nation’s existence.
Overnight stay at: Kandy
Travel Time: 3hrs (approx.) – Sigiriya to Kandy
Meal: Breakfast
Day 3
After breakfast leave for Train Journey (4hrs) from Kandy to Nanu Oya (Nuwara Eliya)- One of the most scenic train rides in Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is a city at 2000 meters above sea level, surrounded by misty mountain ranges, tea cultivations, and British Country style houses.
In the afternoon, visit Tea Plantation, Tea Plucking and Factory (1hr 30min) – Witness the age-old traditional tea plucking and enjoy walking in tea plantations. A trip to the highlands of Sri Lanka is never complete without sipping a cup of Ceylon tea. Walk around Gregory Lake and City Walk (1hr 30min)- The best place to relax yourself feeling the cool pleasant climate of Sri Lanka.
Overnight stay at: Nuwara Eliya
Travel Time: 4hrs (approx.) – Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Meal: Breakfast
Day 4
After breakfast, leave for Unawatuna – One of the most popular beached in the south coast.
In the afternoon, visit Galle Dutch Fort (1hr30min)- A place of history, romance and beauty. Initially built by the Portuguese in the16th century. Relax at the beach.
Overnight stay at: Galle
Travel Time: 4hrs (approx.) – Nuwara Eliya to Unawatuna
Meal: Breakfast
Day 5
In the morning, relax at the beach.
In the afternoon, on the way to Airport for your Departure, visit for Colombo City Tour (3hrs)- The commercial capital of the country. The sightseeing includes Galle Face Green Ocean-side Urban Park, the busiest Pettah Market for daily needs, Colonial Buildings (The Old Parliament Building, The Town Hall, The Clock Tower, the iconic Cargils Building, The President’s Palace), Seema Malakaya Temple in Beire Lake, the Independence Memorial Hall, the Bandaranayake Memorial International Conference Hall, and Hindu Temple.
Travel Time: 2hrs 30min (approx.) – Unawatuna to Bandaranayake International Airport
Meal: Breakfast
* The given travel time depends on traffic and the condition of the road.
* The time given in ( ) shows the approximate time spend on the relevant attraction or activity.
* Sightseeing and activities will depend on the weather.
Attractions and Activities
Sigiriya Village
- Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (200m)
- Village Walk
Kandy City
- Temple of the Tooth Relic
- City Walk
- Explore Spices and Herbs
- City Tour and Shopping
Nuwara Eliya Hill Country
- Train Journey (Kandy to Nanu Oya)
- Tea Plucking, Plantation, Factory
- Gregory Lake Urban Park
- City Walk
Unawatuna Beach
- Colonial City Walk (Galle Dutch Fort)
- Leisure at Beach
Colombo City
- City Tour
- Pettah Local Market
- Colonial Buildings
- Galle Face Green Seaside Urban Park
- Independence Memorial Hall
- Bandaranayake Memorial International Conference Hall
- Buddhist Temple
- Hindu Temple
Includes and Excludes
The above price includes:
- Price mentioned is per person based on sharing room/s in USD
- If the total of guests is an Even Number, sharing double room/s
- If the total of guests is an Odd Number, sharing triple room/s + double room/s
- Accommodation in standard room
- Meal on HB (Breakfast and Dinner) the advantage of having the holiday on HB is, you get the opportunity to experience the local restaurants and local cuisine.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary
- All sightseeing entrance fees & cost of excursions as per the itinerary
- Government tax and service charge (If any taxes are revised including VAT, the rates quoted will be revised accordingly).
- Bottles of mineral water on tour (500ml) per person per day
- Airport assistance on arrival & departure
The above price does not include:
- Any expenses of personal nature
- Lunch throughout the tour
- Breakfast of the arrival day (can be arranged on extra cost)
- Dinner of the departure day (can be arranged on extra cost)
- Air Ticketing and Visa arrangements
- Entrance fees and transportation fares not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips, porterage, laundry, Wi-Fi, local and international telephone calls
- Camera and video permits
- Travel and medical insurance
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Foreign exchange service charges
- Professional tourist guide service (can be provided on extra cost)
- Service of English-speaking chauffeur guide (can be provided on extra cost)
- Any other services not specified above
Check in and Check out:
- The official check-in time at all hotels will be 12:00pm to 02:00pm (depends on the hotel).
- The official check-out time at all hotels will be 11:00am.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times are fixed and there are no guarantees for early check-in or late check-out unless paid for.
Child policy:
- Children between 0-3 years will be accommodated on bed sharing basis with parents/adult’s room free of charge.
- Discount of 30% on adult sharing double room rate for children from 04 to 12 years.
- Please note that the extra bed in a triple room will be a foldable and rollaway.