​Diversified Nature and Culture 15 Days - SL1501

  • Desti​nation : Sri Lanka
  • Tour Category : Explore Sri Lanka
  • Tour Type :  Sightseeing Round Trip
  • No of Pax : Any


English

 Duration
15D/14N

 Tour ID
SL1501

overview

Few destinations offer such diversity in scenery and habitats as Sri Lanka and as you journey through this charming tropical paradise you will understand why. Escape to the cooler climes for a lush realm of rolling hills carpeted with tea plantations and scattered with gushing waterfalls. Roam the grassy plains and relish the vibrant flora and fauna. From sunrise to sunset, we welcome you to a picturesque wonderland of scenic treasures.

Brief Itinerary

Negombo 1 night > Sigiriya 2 nights > ​Kandy 2 nights > Nuwara Eliya 2 nights > Ella 2 nights > Mirissa 1 night > Bentota 2 nights > Colombo 2 night

Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Transfer to Negombo and City Tour Negombo 1N
Day 2-3 Visit Sigiriya, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Village Tour and Safari Trip Sigiriya 2N 
Day 4-5 Dambulla Caves, Visit Matale Spice Garden / Kandy City tour and Shopping. Kandy 2N
Day 6-7 Visit Ramboda Falls, Tea Factory and Nuwara Eliya hill town.  Nuwara Eliya 2N
Day 8-9 Excursion to Ella, Visit nine arch bridge, Ravana Falls and Train journey Ella 2N
Day 10-12 Whale watching, Down south beach stay and Water sports. Visit beach towns. Mirissa/Bentota 3 nights
Day 13-14 Colombo City and City Tour Colombo 2N
Day 15 Departure

Diversified Nature and Culture 15 Days
- SL1501 -

Explore Sri Lanka > Sightseeing


English

 Duration
15D/14N

 Tour ID
SL1501

$1214

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INCLUDES

  • Meet & Assist at the Airport
  • 2-way Airport Transfers and Round Trip Transfers.
  • City Tours and Sightseeing in All Cities.
  • Service of an English speaking chauffeur.
  • 14 Nights Accommodation as per booked package
  • Daily meals as per basis booked
  • Taxes and levies

EXCLUDES

  • Airfare, Entry visa, and Travel Insurance etc.
  • Early check-in, late check-out and Hotel Extras
  • Entry tickets at sites and permits unless specified.
  • Driver Tips and Portages
  • Any services not mentioned.

detailed itinerary

day 1 : NEGOMBO

Welcome to Sri Lanka!
This is your first day of the Tour. Our chauffeur guide will receive you at the Airport and upon arrival you will be transferred to the hotel in Negombo.

Negombo
Negombo is one of Sri Lanka's most popular resorts situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, 38 km from Colombo. Negombo Town offers an interesting introduction to coastal Sri Lankan life, with a lively fish market. Negombo is a good place to start or finish your trip in Sri Lanka.

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Negombo 

day 2-3 : habarana, SIGIRIYA

- Breakfast at Hotel.
After breakfast depart for Habarana, Sigiriya and proceed to the booked hotel in Habarana and if time permits proceed for the Village tour or Safari Tour in Habarana.

Habarana Sri Lanka.
Habarana is famous among tourists and locals alike because of the safari rides to the nearby Habarana national park which has a huge population of Elephants. Another reason it is very popular among tourists is because of the luxurious nature friendly hotels in Habarana. Habarana is full of Elephants and this is one of the best places to go on Elephant back rides as well.
Things to do: Habarana Village Tour, Elephant back Safari, Wild Safari Trip. 

Overnight stay at -The booked beach resort in Habarana.

- Breakfast at Hotel.
After Breakfast proceed for sightseeing tours in Sigiriya.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sigiriya Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock approximately 180 meters high. Sigiriya is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning.

Overnight stay at -The booked beach resort in Habarana.

DAY 4-5 : KANDY

- Breakfast at Hotel.
After breakfast depart for Kandy City via Matale Kandy route. On your way to Kandy visit Dambula cave temple which is filled with extraordinary wall paintings. Dambulla is a part of the Cultural Triangle declared by UNESCO is on the main road from Sigiriya. And then visit spice garden at Matale specializes in the cultivation of spices and in the late evening witness the famous Cultural show in Kandy.

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Kandy,

Kandy City
Kandy is one of the best tourist cities in Sri Lanka, and located 116 Kilometers from the Capital Colombo. No one will ever want to Miss Kandy in their tour Itinerary purely because of the wonderful location and of the sites and places within the city. Kandy is located on an elevation of 488 Meters above the sea level (1600 Ft) and the focal point in Kandy is the Temple of the Tooth Relic, which symbolizes of the ancient Kandayn Kings.
Things to do: Kandy City Tour and Shopping, etc.

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Kandy,

DAY 6-7 : NUWARA ELIYA

- Breakfast at Hotel.
After breakfast, before departing for Nuwara Eliya Town, tour the Kandy city. This city has the capacity to meet all the demands of a tourist and well known as a shopping hub too next to Colombo, most of the show rooms of shopping malls and branches of many local shops and banks are in this important city along with many restaurants catering to the needs of every traveler. Then on the way to Nuwara Eliya visit Tea Plantation and Tea Factory.

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Nuwara Eliya, 

- Breakfast at Hotel
After Breakfast proceed for sightseeing tours in Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya Town
Nuwaraeliya is a beautiful city and the most visited city by Tourists who flock to this country. Situated at around 2000m above sea level and known as the “Little England” this city is very famous for Tea Plantations and mountains which include some of the famous water falls in Sri Lanka.
Things to do: Nuwara Eliya City Tour, Horton Plains National Park Visit, Gregory Lake Visit, etc, .

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 8-9 : ELLA

- Breakfast at Hotel.
After breakfast depart for Ella. Ella is only 2 hours away from Nuwara Eliya town. On the way to Ella, you have time to visit Haggala botanical garden and spend there around 1 hour to see horticulture art of Sri Lanka and then proceed directly to Ella. 

Overnight stay at -The booked Hotel in Ella.

- Breakfast at Hotel
After Breakfast proceed for sightseeing tours in Ella. 
Ella
Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka. The area has a rich bio-diversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna.  Ella has all the best parts of Sri Lanka rolled into one: beautiful jungle mountains, rolling tea plantations, and epic waterfalls.. Nine arches bridge in Ella is most famous hotspot among tourists. Walking through the trails to reach the bridge is suitable for adventure seekers. Another ​recommended activity in Ella is Train journey, A train ride  that moves through tea plantations, jungle, and mountains. It's best for a memorable experience. 

Overnight stay at -The booked Hotel in Ella,

DAY 10 : MIRISSA

- Breakfast at Hotel
After breakfast depart for Mirissa, a coastal city in the down south of Sri Lanka. You will take all memories of misty hills with you. After somewhat a long journey and stops on the way will not make you tired with the journey. You will relax at the beach resort in the evening. Next morning you will have to go for Whale watching. 

Overnight stay at -The booked beach resort in Mirissa,

Mirissa
Mirissa is one of the most popular beach destinations in southern Sri Lanka and for a good reason the area has it all, great waves for surfing, and waters teeming with marine life, from turtles to big blue whales.

DAY 11-12 : BENTOTA

- Breakfast at Hotel.
After an early breakfast depart for whale watching. Normally boats depart around 7 am. ​Sri Lanka is becoming one of the most successful places to see both blue and sperm whales, which can be found off the island's southern coast. The best time to go is  between December and April when the sea is calm and these spectacular mammals traverse the Sri Lankan waters.. And on the way to Bentota you can visit Galle Dutch Fort, a heritage site fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century.

Overnight stay at -The booked beach resort in Bentota,

- Breakfast at Hotel
After Breakfast proceed for sightseeing tours in Bentota
Bentota
Bentota is a charming city and considered to be one of the relaxing tourist spots in Sri Lanka and also known to be a popular city for water sports activities. Many tourists choose Bentota to be their beach stay destination, as of the activities surrounding the city. One of the popular is the Maduganga river safari which goes along the Maduganga River in Balapitiya.
Things to do: Maduganga River cruise, visit to the famous Turtle farm in Kosgoda, Boat safari, Water sports, Nearby beach towns and fishing harbors etc.

Overnight stay at -The booked beach resort in Bentota,

DAY 13-14 : COLOMBO

- Breakfast at Hotel
After breakfast depart for Colombo City, Cosmopolitan Colombo, gateway to the wonder of Sri Lanka, boasts a rich colonial heritage, featuring a melting pot of races, religions and cultures.  A city of contrasts, it is both an eclectic mix of shiny hotels and swanky office blocks, neighboring beautiful red-tiled colonial-era buildings. Sprawling bustling street markets brim with fragrant spices, colorful silks, cottons and fresh fruit and vegetables. Discover Colombo’s multi-ethnic legacy with churches, mosques and temples congregating on the same streets, and delve into iconic sites including Fort Station, the Red Mosque, and the Khan clock tower. Plunge into Colombo’s enticing street food scene, eat like a local, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and aromas of the whirling Pettah Bazaar. This seaside city offers a plethora of exciting adventures, experiences and places to visit.

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Colombo

Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital, is the biggest city and major port, draws together all the colors and cultures that make up this island nation, condenses them into a patchwork of markets, gardens and buildings both humble and grand, and knocks them against a narrow slab of beachfront. 
Things to do : Colombo City Tour, and at Leisure

Overnight stay at -The booked hotel in Colombo 

DAY 15 : DEPARTURE

- ​Breakfast at Hotel.
After Breakfast (As per the departure flight timings) transfer to the Bandaranayke International Airport at Katunayake for the departure flight. 

END OF THE TOUR