14 Day Tour Best of Sri Lanka – The pearl of the Indian Ocean is rich with many treasures which you will discover on this tour. The turquoise waves of golden beaches, the large mammals of the sea in the deep blue waters are not to be missed. Bask in the antiquity and rich heritage of Sri Lanka by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Galle Fort, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple and Temple of the Tooth Relic. Discover the jewels of the salubrious hill country and experience the wild with leopards and elephants, in some renowned national parks in the country.
14 Day Tour Best of Sri Lanka
Package Included
- 13 nights of 3 - 5 stars accommodation
- Meals as specified, including breakfast and dinner
- Group assistance and transfers
- Monument entrance fees
- Bottle water while travelling
- Current collectable taxes
- A tailor-made holiday designed to suit your length of stay, budget and all your personal needs optimised for travel time between cities
- Accommodation at hotels that have been personally inspected by our quality assurance team on a B&B basis or as requested
- You will be provided with the services of a luxury vehicle and an English-speaking licensed driver/guide throughout your tour
- Visits to some of the best attractions in the country
- Travel advice from an experienced professional
- A guaranteed best price with financial protection for your payment
Tour Amenities
Accepts Credit Cards
Car Parking
Laundry Service
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Restaurant
Smoking Allowed
Wireless Internet
Tour Plan
You will be greeted by a Trimagine Travel representative at the Bandaranayake International Airport and transferred to Negombo where you will check into your hotel. You can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax and unwind. In the evening you can enjoy a stroll through the streets of Negombo and enjoy the many restaurants and bars.
Dambulla Cave Temple.
Enjoy a city tour of Negombo and the surrounding lagoon before you head for the city of Dambulla located in the Cultural Triangle. In the evening you will visit the mysterious cave temple in Dambulla, with five shrines and over hundred sculptures of the Buddha.
Today visit Anuradhapura, the oldest of the three cities in the Cultural Triangle. It is famous for housing the 2000 year old sapling of the holy Bo tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. The gigantic dagabas that stand in honour are second in size to Egyptian pyramids. Climb the pious Mihintale the rock, and witness the remains of Ambatthala Dagaba. This is the spot where Buddhist history was made as Mahinda Thera introduced Buddhism to Sri Lanka. Return to Dambulla for your overnight stay.
Today you will visit the city of Polonnaruwa. Once a flourished Kingdom well equipped with knowledge, skill and creativity, this ancient city is a proud display of our ancestral heritage. The vast reservoir Parakrama Samdhraya bordering the city is considered to be one of the largest manmade lakes in Sri Lanka. On your way back you will visit the Minneriya National Park, which is famous for its large herds of Elephants, who gather around the lakes in the afternoons.
In the morning you will visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 5th century B.C this 8th wonder of the world displays landscaped gardens, beautiful water gardens, moats and ramparts, twisted steps and stairways and remnants of the Kings palace on top of the rock. Afterwards leave for Kandy; on the way you will visit a traditional spice garden in Matale. Check in to your hotel in Kandy for your overnight stay.
Today you will visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage which looks after a large number of Elephants. The main attractions are the feeding and bathing of the elephants. Return to Kandy and enjoy a city tour of the hill country capital. In the evening enjoy a visit to the Sacred Temple of the Tooth followed by a viewing of a traditional cultural dance performance.
After breakfast you can visit the Peradeniya botanical gardens before you leave for Nuwara Eliya. On the way to Nuwara Eliya you will visit a Tea factory. Standing 2000m above the sea level, Nuwaraeliya, often referred to as the “Little England” of Sri Lanka is the heart of the tea industry which began its journey to produce the green gold of the country after the British influence in the colonial era. You will see many bungalows, houses and hotels with a touch of British taste. A light jumper would be recommended as it can get cold in the nights.
Enjoy a trek through the Horton Plains National Park a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This high altitude plateau is stretched out in grassland with intervals of forests. It is home to sambar, deer the occasional leopard and birds. It is an excellent excursion for nature lovers, hikers and bird watchers. The most thrilling attraction is the “World’s End” where the earth drops south plummeting into a misty descent of nearly 1000m. The misty view creates and infinite drop, but on a clear day it is a magnificent sight.
After breakfast you can visit the you will be heading to Yala.
Enjoy an early morning and evening Jeep safari in the Yala National park.
Leave early morning to Mirissa (30 mins from Galle) to see the giant mammals of the sea; quietly dwell under the blue waves (Season- Dec/April). Go out into sea for about 3-4 hours and try your luck and spot the blue whales and sperm whale at one of the best spots in the world to see whales. Afterwards make your way to Bentota, enjoying a boat ride along the Madhu River on the way.
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Galle, the southern capital of Sri Lanka and enjoy a tour of the famous Galle fort. Once a famous bustling harbor attracting foreign merchants from around the world, this fortified city celebrates the Portuguese, Dutch and British influences. Now a town emanating old world charm, the beauty of Galle Fort is haunted by its colonial influences. Dutch colonial villas and buildings, churches, museums, antique shops, lighthouse, boutique hotels and restaurants are some attractions within the fort.
This beach is a hot spot for snorkeling, fishing, scuba diving, sailing, wind surfing and many more exciting water sports. Keep an eye out for sea turtles that pad about the shore. Well known for luxurious accommodation and Bentota Beach Hotel which was built on the site of an Old Portuguese Fort.
You can relax on the beach or indulge yourself in one of the many spa treatments available. In the evening visit a turtle hatchery.
Enjoy the day at leisure and relax on the beach or by the pool.
Check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight.
About This Tour
- Minimum group size is 1 and maximum group size is 45
- This is a Moderate Tour: We rate fitness level 3 out of 5 A good level of fitness and mobility is required. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Please let our local booking agent know if you have any physical ailments to determine your suitability.
- Tipping: Tipping is included in this tour. However, If you are happy with local individual services you are more than welcome to tip as you wish.
- Accommodation: Can be changed. Any accommodation will be equal or higher standard.
- Bedding configurations is double or twin. If you require single bedroom we can arrange that with extra cost
- Travel Insurance: Is recommended. We have partnership with global insurance providers. You can also use your own insurance providers. Trimagine Travel is not giving any insurance advice.
- VISA & Passport : It’s travellers responsibility to ensure they have valid passport. You are required to apply for VISA before arriving Sri Lanka. You can visit http://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/ to purchase your visa online.
- E-Visa’s are only valid for 30 days, so you can only apply closer to your travel dates. please do not apply for your visa until you have your travel documentation. It will take 3 business days to be approved. VISA Fees can change.
- Children : Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are the same price as adults.
Booking information
Once booking details submitted by you, we will go ahead with the booking Process. At this stage we require a 20% payment. A booking confirmation will reach you after 48 hours of making the payment. The balance 80% of the payment is required, 30 days prior to the tour start date. Then you may go ahead with applying for Visa.
- Feel free to talk to our regional sales person for payment terms
- We also except bank transfer.
Cancellation Policy
No refund for Cancellations made with less than 30 days from the start of a tour and for No-show.
Package Excluded
- Air fares are not included
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance is not included
- Camera & video permits
- Guide/Driver tips
- Late check-outs & early check-in charges
Booking Tour (Payment is Optional)
Route
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