14 Days 13 Nights colombo to sigiriya Vacation Package

Camelot Beach 3

Upon arrival at International Airport in Colombo, the capital of the country. You will be picked up by a guide and driver and transferred to the starting hotel of the trip. Depending on the arrival time of the plane, you might get the chance to go out on an excursion.

Alakamandawa Hotel 3

Travel to Anuradhapura, which is an ancient city and an important destination of pilgrims in Sri Lanka. Visit Sri Maha Bodhiya and Isurumuniya, among other places. Sri Maha Bodhiya, which is also known as Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, is a sacred tree that is regarded as the first human planted tree in the world. Isurumuniya is a Buddhist /’rock/’ temple built by King Devanampiya Tissa: a famous ruler of Anuradhapura.

Saunter Paradise Hotel 3

Leave Anuradhapura after breakfast and transfer to Sigiriya. Stop in Mihinthale on the way. This peak near Anuradhapura is apparently the place where the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiya Tissa laid the foundation for Buddhism in Sri Lanka. See the various religious monuments located in Mihinthale. Give alms for the temple, but pay attention that you take off your shoes before entering the premises, that your shoulders and thighs are covered and that you wear clothes of light colors.

Saunter Paradise Hotel 3

Participate in a bicycle tour and explore the area. Admire the beauty of green paddy fields, visit local villages and meet friendly people. The trip is not that taxing on your body as the road is flat and you have all the time in the world. Up next on today/’s itinerary is a cooking demonstration. Enjoy a delicious Sri Lankan lunch after that. You can also choose to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the evening. The fortress is a an ancient ruin in central Dambulla, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs and other structures. A popular tourist destination, the fortress is well known for its ancient wall paintings that are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of India.

Oak Ray Regency 3

Drive to Kandy, Sri Lanka/’s cultural capital. Take a detour and visit the village of Ayurvedic, a place that is known for the quality of its herbs. The optional activity for today is a visit to the Temple of the Tooth, where, according to legend, the tooth of the Buddha was brought.

Oak Ray Regency 3

Start your day with a walk in the Udawattekele forest. Visit a batik-making and wood carving center. Get an insight into local arts and crafts scene. Whether you are interested in pottery, intricately carved spoons, woven fabric, lacquer, sinewy silverware or finely cut gems, you are like to find them here.

Ella Gap Hotel 3

Drive to a tea plantation and factory in Nuwara Eliya after breakfast. Learn more about the famous Sri Lankan tea. The tour lasts about 30 minutes. Get ready for a train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella Haputale next. Please remember that the train ride depends upon the availability of seats.

Ella Gap Hotel 3

Start your day by meeting Sri Lankan monks who will introduce you to the art of meditation. Please make sure that you wear clothes covering the shoulders and knees. Enjoy hiking to Ella Rock and Little Adams Peak. Please remember that this cannot be carried out on a rainy day. Ella is a quiet, rather sleepy village that offers wonderful views of the plains below, through the so called Ella Gap. The hiking route follows a railway line and offers a view of the top portion of Ravana Falls.

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Visit an elephant shelter in Udawalawe. Here, orphaned elephants are cared for with the aim of giving them a new start in the wild. See how young elephants are fed from a viewing platform. Please remember that it is only possible to see the animals during their feeding time and the time of your visit to the shelter will be determined on that basis. The rest of the day you can spend freely at the hotel or participate in an excursion.

Haridra Resort And Spa 4

Enjoy a city tour Galle. Visit this old city that was ruled over by the Portuguese and the Dutch. Head for your resort located in the southwest coast of the island. Spend the rest of your day watching the clear blue ocean and soaking in the sun on its pristine beach.

Haridra Resort And Spa 3

You have a free day today. Relax in your resort or book one of the optional excursions from our activity list (you can book one optional excursion per day). The first one is a whale-watching excursion that starts at four in the morning. Head for the sea to watch the largest animal species in the world: the blue whale. Your next option is a village tour in Bentota (lunch included). This coastal town has beautiful beaches and is known for its toddy (a fermented alcoholic drink). Learn more about the lives of the locals and visit a Buddhist temple.

Haridra Resort And Spa 3

You have a free day today. Relax in your resort or book one of the optional excursions that we have already listed above.

Haridra Resort And Spa 3

You have a free day today. Relax in your resort or book one of the optional excursions that we have already listed above.

We will pick you up and drive you to the airport after breakfast.