DAY 01 - AIR PORT / PINNAWALA / SIGIRIYA
Pick up from the Airport or from the Beach hotel in Negombo
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Thereafter transfer to Pinnawala.
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Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage established in 1975 as place for shelter and care the wounded elephants and abandoned baby elephants found in jungle. This is covered a area over 24 acre land. Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage was under the department of Department of Wildlife but now under the National Zoological Garden.This area is not a jungle, just a garden with coconut trees.
Up to date, over 20 calves have been born here, and it is surprising to hear that some of its inmates have even seen their grand children during the past few decades!
As you enterd the property Don't be suprised by seen baby elephants being bottle fed or moving around freely causing absolutely no harm to anyone.
Elephants were taken for bath in nearby Ma-Oya( a river) Elephants lie down on riverbeds and allow the the people who look after them to scrub and clean their body. In the bathing time, visitors can see elephants walk one followed by other, then cross the road and go down to the river.
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Thereafter transfer to hotel near by Sigiriya.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel (EKHO Sigiriya / Sigiriya Village / Fresco Water Villa / Sigiriya Jungles)
Hotel will be selected according to the availability
DAY 02 - SIGIRIYA / TRINCOMALEE
Breakfast at the hotel.
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Thereafter transfer to Sigiriya lion rock
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The 5th century rock citadel of King Kasyapa and World Heritage Site. Sigiriya - doesn't only boasts of ancient Sri Lankan engineering & urban planning supremacy but also acclaims to be one of the finest monuments of art & culture. Step through the gigantic 'Lion Paws' - overlooking the symmetrical royal gardens below - to comprehend the absolute splendor that once dominated this rock fortress. Surrounded by ramparts & moats the Lion Rock - resembling the mythological 'City of Gods' - is coated by frescoes that relate to Gupta style paintings found in Ajanta caves of India. Walk in the shade of an eminent 'mirror wall' embracing the Western face of Sigiriya representing an artistic hundred meters laminated with graffiti. Wander into the well-fabricated museum downstairs for an epic journey of yesteryears to realize how the citadel floated above citizens with the castle, ponds and irrigation systems that pumped water right onto its summit with an ingenious hydraulic system describing a colossal masterpiece of the great king which remained a wonder in Asia for centuries.
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On completion, transfer to Trincomalee hotel
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overnight stay at hotel (C beyond nilaweli / Nilaweli beach Hotel / Cardamon Hotel)
Hotel will be selected according the availability.
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DAY 03 - TRINCOMALEE
Breakfast at the hotel.
TRINCOMALEE (more commonly known as 'Trinco') is a prime tourism venue which is located on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka and offers some of the country's most attractive beaches such as 'Uppuveli' and 'Nilaveli'. Fine white-sand and crystal clear water provides an irresistible combination that won't fail to disappoint any visitor who loves the beach! Snorkelling around the famous Pigeon island just off Nilaveli beach is widely recognised to be a 'must-do' activity during a stay in Trinco , Sri Lanka .
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overnight stay at hotel
DAY 04 - TRICOMALEE / ANURADHAPURA
Breakfast at the hotel.
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Thereafter transfer to Anuradhapura
Do a city tour of Anuradhapura.- Anuradhapura is one of the greatest and oldest civilizations in the world spanning over 1300 years in its peak - avows of being the greatest city of ancient Sri Lanka following its reign as the first capital. The sapphire of its crown is certainly the Sri Maha Bodhi - the sacred Bo sapling extracted from the tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment - standing more than 2200 years in its pride.Thuparama Temple, Abhayagiri Stupa & Monastery and Ruwanweli Seya are few of the main religious attractions in the city. Thuparama Temple is regarded as the oldest temple in the country, while Abhayagiri Stupa & Monastery is the largest monastery complex in Anuradhapura
DAY 05 - ANURADHAPURA / DAMBULLA / MATHALE / KANDY
Breakfast at the hotel.
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Thereafter transfer to Dambulla.
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Visit Dambulla rock temple. A hub which has been treasured by many kings since the 1st century B.C. Today, an icon in the face of Sri Lanka Dambulla Rock Temple houses some of the most unique drawings in magnificently constructed 5 cave temples flanking the golden temple of Dambulla. Observe how exquisitely cave paintings are done along walls that shelter 150 statues of Lord Buddha. As you enter the retreat look straight up to the gigantic Buddha statue glittering in gold over a land which today houses an important junction in the country's economic and cultural uplifting.
Thereafter transfer to Matale.
An agricultural zone in the Central Province, Matale seldom drops off the maps due to its remarkable contribution through flagship crops of the island extending from tea, rubber & vegetables to spices. Spearheading the Rebellion back in 1848, Matale today takes immense pride in its story woven around spices. Stop by the side of a spice garden - into which you will be most welcome - and observe the therapeutic values of spices & processes over a refreshing cup of herbal tea! Or spend sometime idling on the hardened streets if you mean a real town adventure filled with voices and colors. Also, witness a Cookery demonstration.
On completion, transfer to Kandy.
Last ruled by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe - before it was brought under the British rule in 1815, Kandy - the World Heritage Site & last royal capital of Sri Lankan kings - crafts an array of culture, history and heritage in the minds of visitors across the globe. Experience an ancient Kandyan legacy engraved around its crown jewel, the temple of the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha. A stroll across this small lakeside town - cradled among the misty hills - will feature the Kandy City Centre - bundled with latest and world class brands, bazaar, an arts & crafts centre, as well as a gem museum & lapidary. Drive towards Victoria Golf Course, undoubtedly one of the best golf courses in the world for a sweep blended with class and style. Or walk in color as you glide through fresh fruits and vegetables in the Kandy market. Fine tube your evening by stepping to the beat of traditional music & drumming amplified by a cultural show enhancing the rich and vibrant culture of the Wonder of Asia, Sri Lanka.
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overnight stay at Kandy. (OZO kandy / Queen's hoetl / Hotel Topaz / Mahaweli reach )
Hotel will be selected according the availability.
DAY 06 - KANDY / NUWARA ELIYA
Breakfast at Kandy Hotel.
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Thereafter transfer to Nuwara Eliya.
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Misty steep roads, twisting through lush green blankets of tea bushes in a cool climate, remind visitors that they are within the range of the renowned British colonial retreat, Nuwara Eliya. Augmented by an English countryside atmosphere, the city of light - once governed by English & Scottish planters - is still studded with colonial bungalows, hedgerows & one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in the world. A hike through the green grass and red-brick walls should present breathtaking views of a buzzing countryside hamlet. Hop into a rattling train smoking and hissing its way through green valleys of the hill country pierced by endless waterfalls & dotted by tea pluckers draped in bright-colored saris. Or rent a bike for a gentle ride along the banks splashed by the waters of Lake Gregory.
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Dinner and overnight stay at Nuwara eliya hotel (The Queenbury Hotel / Oak Ray Summer hiil)
Hotel will be selected according to the availability.
DAY 07 - NUWARA ELIYA / HORTAN PLAIN / NUWARA ELIYA
Breakfast at Hotel,
Thereafter transfer to Horton Plains.
Visit Horton plains, Horton Plains, UNESCO World Heritage Site & Eco-tourism hideout in the heart of the isle, painted with unending stretches of green pastures marks one of the healthiest wet montane evergreen forests in Sri Lanka. With an altitude above 7000ft, the plateau sweeps to a robust 3169 hectares sheltering flora and fauna varieties that may be found no where else on earth. As the tributary of Belihul Oya - Bakers Falls - thunders down rocks head off the beaten track - across frost-covered grass - to feel the icy-cold wind against your face. You may even gaze down World's End, a head-spinning 3700ft drop towards the Southern end or drive carefully through herds of sambar deer, shy to human touch & birdlife chirping across the plains. If you're cautious enough you may be greeted by the sights of a grunting wild boar, a pouncing fishing cat, otters or even the 'Spotted-Ghost that haunts the plains', the Sri Lankan Leopard!
overnight stay at hotel in Nuwara eliya
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DAY 08 - NUWARA ELIYA / YALA
​Breakfast at Nuwara eliya hotel
Thereafter transfer to Yala.
Spreading into a vast 1259 Km2 Yala - with its glory spinning around vast grasslands, shrubs, tanks and dunes - rightfully is the heartland of wildlife in Sri Lanka. As your jeep rumble through the giant gates of Yala, you are not only stepping into the most visited national park in the country, but also the lands of a civilization which thrived during the reign of Sri Lankan kings. You name it, and Yala has it! Its usual inmates cover herds of elephant, sloth bear, spotted dear, jackal, extensively populated birdlife as well as the highest density of leopards in the world that garnish the park to be one of the finest destinations in the country. Feel the rough track as your jeep thunders over rocks and swish passing narrow bends for an exhilarating experience blended with the cries of wilderness under the tropical sun.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Yala . (Kithale Resort / Gaga Bees / Koragala Lodge / Elephant Reach / Oga Reach )
Hotel will be selected according to the availability.
DAY 09 - YALA / GALLE
reakfast at Yala Village.
Thereafter transfer to Galle.
Walk clockwise within the fort to observe the 'old gate' carrying the British coat of arms. Flanking the old gate is the Zwart bastion - the oldest of all - and the lighthouse standing 18 feet in its glory next to the Point Utretcht Bastion. This Dutch bliss is painted with streets that spread in a rectangular grid pattern pierced with houses carrying Dutch colonial style verandas. However, its hallmark stands a reality where the Dutch fort remains a working community with its usual buzz of administrative offices, court complex, commercial buildings, churches and Southern folks frequenting its streets bracing the air of the Elysium of architecture, Galle!
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overnight stay at Hotel (Ameri Galle / Water gate / Tartaruga Hotel)
Hotel will be selected according to the availability
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DAY 10 - GALLE / HIKKADUWA / AIR PORT
Breakfast at Hotel in Galle.
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Thereafter transfer Hikkaduwa.
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The coral sanctuary found along the coast of Hikkaduwa is a large shallow body of water enclosed by a reef, decorated with layers of multi coloured corals, and is home to countless numbers of vibrantly coloured fish. Off the beach there is a collection of small islets surrounded by beautiful coral formations
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On completion transfer to Air port.