9 Days 8 Nights Negombo to Anuradhapura Beach Trip Package

Camelot Beach Hotel 3

Negombo is situated by the shores of a lagoon by the same name. Once a Portuguese and Dutch trading port, popular attractions here include the Old Dutch fort gate built in 1672, the Dutch Canal, and the old churches and fishing villages which surround the area. In fact, due to the many ornate Roman Catholic churches scattered throughout, Negombo is sometimes known as The Little Rome. It also has a huge and rather inviting white sandy beach.

Randiya Hotel 3

You will take pleasure in Negombo city tour before heading towards Anuradhapura. Enroute, we will stop at the fish market and fishing village before visiting a coconut plantation. Anuradhapura, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site was founded in the 4th century BC and was the capital of the Anuradhapura Kingdom until the beginning of the 11th century AD.

Randiya Hotel 3

Today we embark on a day trip to visit the Anuradhapura ruins. You can choose to either hop in the private vehicle or enjoy the tour by bicycle. See the Sacred Bodhi Tree, dating back to 288 BC which makes it the oldest living human planted tree on earth. It is widely thought that this is the spot where Buddha attained enlightenment and is now one of the most respected sacred relics in the world.

Hotel Sudu Araliya 3

This morning we begin our drive to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. On the way we stop at Aukana Buddha, one of the reservoirs constructed during the reign of King Dathusena, where we can see a magnificent 12 metre high statue of the Buddha. Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country. Built between the 11th and 12th centuries AD, Polonnaruwa is a listed World Heritage site.

Gimanhala Hotel 3

This morning we head to Sigiriya, (Lions Rock), an impressive site from a distance rising 200 metres from the jungle. With hundreds of steps to climb to reach the top of the 5th century AD rock fortress, the view from the top over the surrounding landscape is incredible. Here you can also see the world renowned frescoes of the Heavenly Maidens of Sigiriya.

Hotel Casamara 3

This morning we visit the most impressive of Sri Lanka/’s cave temples which were used by the monks as meditation locations and places of worship. Some contain statues, paintings of the Buddha and detailed frescoes. We will also make a stop at a Spice and Herbal Garden where you will get shown the locally grown flora and some of its uses in medicine and cooking.

Hotel Casamara 3

Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings of the central hill regions, and of course, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Today we will take a drive around the Kandy Lake, built by the last Sinhala king Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1798, visit the Kandy town and Bazaar, the arts & crafts centre, a gem museum and a lapidary. In the afternoon you will have some free time to enjoy the city. You will find that Kandy is probably the best place to buy most of the handicrafts produced in Sri Lanka.

Camelot Beach Hotel 3

This morning we depart from Kandy and make our way to the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. This beautiful area is especially known for its collection of orchids and is home to over 400 species of plants. Soak up the colors and beauty of these gardens before heading back to Negombo where we will spend the final afternoon. Post that you will spend the rest of evening on your leisure.

Your adventure of a lifetime comes to an end today. If you have a late flight or have lengthened your stay by adding post tour accommodation you will have more time to explore the sights. Your adventure of a lifetime comes to an end today. If you have a late flight or have lengthened your stay by adding post tour accommodation you will have more time to explore the sights.