PHOTOGRAPHY 6 Days 5 Nights
Discover why this island is known as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” via your lens.
TOUR CODE: PT5N
*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 proceed to Colombo– The commercial capital of Sri Lanka.
Visit Pettah Market– It is the busiest open-air markets in the country. The retail and wholesale stalls are brimming with a wide range of things, including fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, apparel, and electronics. The center of the city is also well-known for its Colonial Buildings.
Independence Square– The Independence Memorial Hall was built for commemoration of the independence of Sri Lanka from British rule. Gall Face Green– The largest open space in the heart of the busiest city Colombo, and the most popular beachfront park for families with children, lovers, picnickers, kite-flyers and street food vendors. It is a magnificent place to witness a marvelous sunset over the western coast of Sri Lanka.
Overnight Stay at: Colombo
Travel Time: 50min (approx.) – Colombo Airport to Colombo
Meal: –
Day 2
After breakfast, leave for Hatton– Hatton is a small town tucked away in the hills that has a cool, moderate climate. Almost every available hillside is covered with green, tea plantations or forests. Devon Falls and Laxapana Falls– The popular cascades that are in close proximity to Hatton.
In the afternoon, visit Tea Plantation, Tea Plucking and Factory– 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.
Overnight Stay at: Hatton
Travel Time: 3hrs 50min (approx.) – Colombo to Hatton
Meal: Breakfast
Day 3
In the morning, experience a Train Journey from Hatton to Ella (4hrs)- One of the most scenic train rides in Sri Lanka.
In the afternoon, hiking to Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arch Bridge (2hrs)- The most famous mountain and attraction in Ella Village. It is one of the best opportunities to enjoy the scenic mountain range.
Overnight Stay at: Ella
Travel Time: 4hrs (approx.) – Hatton to Ella
Meal: Breakfast
Day 4
After breakfast, visit Yala- A small village famous for its the spectacular wilderness.
In the afternoon, visit Yala National Park for Jeep Safari (3hrs)- The second largest national park in Sri Lanka and it boasts the highest density of leopards in Asia, bears, elephants, crocodiles, deer and birds.
Overnight Stay at: Yala
Travel Time: 3hrs 15min (approx.) – Ella to Yala
Meal: Breakfast
Day 5
After breakfast, leave for Unawatuna Beach– A well-developed tourist area with several hotels, restaurants, cafés, and bars. The beach is also a popular destination for families. On the way, visit Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary (2hrs)- A coastal wetland region with a diverse bio-diversity and is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and most important bird sanctuaries. This bird refuge is home to a variety of permanent and migratory shorebird species.
In the afternoon, visit Galle Dutch Fort (1hr30min)- A place of history, romance and beauty. Initially built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Relax at the beach.
Overnight Stay at: Unawatuna
Travel Time: 2hrs 30min (approx.) – Yala to Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary
1hr 30min (approx.) – Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary to Galle
20min (approx.) – Galle to Unawatuna
Meal: Breakfast
Day 6
After breakfast, leave for Colombo Airport for your Departure. On the way, visit The Brief Garden (1hr 30min)- The brief garden is a masterpiece of Sri Lankan gardens. It is a wonderful garden of the impeccably designed landscape adorned with flora, fascinating sculptures and a regal bungalow, spread over a couple of acres.
Meal: Breakfast
Travel Time: 1hrs 10min (approx.) – Unawatuna to The Brief Garden
2hrs (approx.) – The Brief Garden to Bandaranayake International Airport
* 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
Colombo City
- Colonial Buildings
- City Tour
- Galle Face Green Seaside Urban Park
- Pettah Local Market
- Independence Memorial Hall
Hatton Village
- Waterfalls
- Tea Plucking, Plantation Walk, and Factory
- Train Journey (Hatton to Ella)
Ella Village
- Hiking
- Little Adam’s Peak
- Nine Arch Bridge
Yala Village
- Jeep Safari at Yala National Park
- Camping
Tangalle City
- Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary
Galle City
- Colonial City Walk (Galle Dutch Fort)
Unawatuna Beach
- Leisure at beach
- The Brief Garden (Landscaped Garden)
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.