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LKA01: 13 Days Colombo - Negombo - Sigiriya - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Ella - Yala - Galle - Bentota - Colombo

Tour Type: Private Tour, flexible and customized
Guide & Driver: English-speaking guide, experienced driver & air-conditioned car
Hotel: 4-star well selected hotels, also be open to your own choice

Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Colombo, Private transfer to Negombo
Welcome to Sri Lanka! When your flight lands at the airport, our driver guide will greet you and then transfer you to the hotel in Negombo, which is around 20 minutes driving from Colombo airport.

Accommodation: Jetwing Sea Hotel (4 stars)

Day 2: Negombo tour with Dutch Canal, Explore Dambulla &Drive to Sigiriya
In the morning, we will start this Sri Lanka vacation at Negombo Fish Market and the Lellama Fishing Village, from which you may watch the lively living scenes. Later, visit the Dutch Canal, whose banks are full of residential buildings and plants. Then, explore the Dambulla Cave Temple, the largest and best preserved cave temple in Sri Lanka. After that, we will drive to Sigiriya.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Amaara Forest (4 stars)

  • Fishing boat at the beach of Negombo
    Fishing boat at the beach of Negombo
Day 3: Sigiriya sightseeing tour with Sigiriya Rock Fortress
After breakfast, you will be guide to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the world's eighth wonder. Later, we will turn to the Rural Villages of Hiriwadunna. Your eyes may catch the tea garden, vegetable plantations and even some flying butterflies. Thereafter, return to the hotel and take a good rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Amaara Forest (4 stars)

Day 4: Private transfer to Kandy, Kandy day tour with Temple of Tooth Relics
In the morning, drive to Kandy, the God blessed city. On the way, we will visit a Spice Garden. When arrive in Kandy, you will be escorted to explore Kandy Bazaar, Art & Craft Centre and Batik Factory. After the leisure time in these local markets, we will turn to a Gem Museum & Lapidary. A fantastic Culture Dance Show is specially arranged for you next. At the end of the day, visit the famous Temple of Tooth Relics.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Ozo Kandy (4 stars)

  • Buddhist Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
    Temple of Tooth Relics in Kandy
Day 5: Experience Kandy with cooking class
It would be a unique experience of the Sri Lanka travel package to attend the Cookery Class in the morning. Once you finished cooking Sri Lankan dishes, you will have what you cooked for lunch. Later, spend the afternoon strolling around the peaceful Kandy Lake.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Ozo Kandy (4 stars)

Day 6: Private drive from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya with stopover at Tea plantation
In the morning, we will set off for Nuwara Eliya by car. En route, make a short stop at the Ramboda Waterfalls and then move towards Hanuman Temple. Later, we will approach a Tea Plantation and a Tea Factory, at which we can have a cup of the best Ceylon black tea. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and have a good rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Blackpool Hotel (4 stars)

  • Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple in Ramboda
    Hanuman Temple
  • Two women collecting tea in Nuwara Eliya
    Tea plantation
Day 7: Hiking in Horton Plains National Park
Please have a big breakfast at hotel as we will take a long hiking journey in Horton Plains National Park toady, where lots of wild animals are likely to wonder around. We will also visit the World's End and Adams Peak if the weather is nice.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Blackpool Hotel (4 stars)

Day 8: Train transfer from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, Pay a visit to Nine Arch Bridge
After checking out the hotel, you will be transferred to the Nanu Oya Railway Station to take the morning train to Ella. This is a picturesque journey with magnificent scenery. When you get off the train in Ella, our local guide will pick you up and bring you to visit the Nine Arch Bridge, a popular scenic spot among tourists.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Mountain Heavens (4 stars)

  • Nine Arches Bridge  in Ella
    Nine Arch Bridge
Day 9: Ella highlights tour with Mini Adams Peak, Transfer to Yala
Today's itinerary of Sri Lanka vacation starts with a visit to Mini Adams Peak, where you can appreciate beautiful scenery. Descend the mountain and continue to walk pass the picturesque Ella Gap nearby. Later, proceed to the fascinating Rawana Waterfalls. After today's sightseeing, drive to Yala.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Thaulle Resort & Spa (4 stars)

Day 10: Half day jeep safari at Yala National Park
The morning arrangement is on your own. In the afternoon, you will be guided to experience the adventurous Jeep safari at Yala National Park, where we may encounter wild animals, such as deer, leopards, and elephants. In order to ensure a pleasant safari trip, you will be served fresh water melon. Later, return to the hotel and give a happy ending to today's Sri Lanka holiday tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Thaulle Resort & Spa (4 stars)

  • A leopard in Yala national park
    A leopard in Yala National Park
  • Wild spotted deer relaxing themselves
    Wild deers
Day 11:Transfer from Yala to Bentota, Pay a visit to Galle Dutch Fort
In the morning, we will drive to the southern beach area of Sri Lanka, Bentota. En route, we may watch the amazing scene of Stilt fishing: fisherman standing on wood column fishing without bait on his fishing rod. After that, head to the Galle Dutch Fort, built by Portuguese during Sri Lanka's colonial time.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Centara Ceysands (4 stars)

Day 12: Full day free in Bentota
Today's schedule is on your own. You can do whatever you want on your own, such as strolling around the sandy beach, feeling the gentle sea breeze or enjoying water entertainment facilities.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Centara Ceysands (4 stars)

  • Facinating scenery of Bentota beach in Bentota
    Beach in Bentota
Day 13: Transfer to Colombo airport, Airport see-off
This is the last day of your holiday, and our guide will send you to the airport for your flight home. Wish you a pleasant flight journey!

Meals: Breakfast

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This trip can be tailored to match your dates and interests!
Tour Prices

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  • Prices are per person based on double occupancy.
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What's Included
  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels.
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • English speaking driver with air-conditioned vehicles.
  • A separate guide serving the group for at least 9 pax.
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited.
  • Reserved train tickets from Nanu Oya to Ella.
  • 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day.
  • All Government taxes.
What's Excluded
  • International and Domestic Flights.
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks etc.).
  • Vehicle & driver during the beach stay.
  • Tips for guides and drivers.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Sri Lanka Visa Fee.
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