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9-Day Sri Lanka One-of-a-Kind

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Overview

Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka is home to stunning natural landscapes and scenery and rich cultural and heritage sites throughout.

On your vacation in Sri Lanka, you will visit some of the country's most prominent sites, beginning from Colombo where you are moments from the natural views of waterfalls, beaches and lush plantations that are about to reveal themselves to you. Over nine days, you'll enjoy cultural attractions such as the museums, temples and monasteries, and take in historic sites at ancient cities that Sri Lanka has to offer.

Try an optional hot air balloon experience or a whale-watching excursion and so much more, on this specially crafted trip.
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Adventure
Culture & Arts
Hiking & Trekking

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Your Vacation in Sri Lanka!

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Welcome to Your Vacation in Sri Lanka!

Your friendly driver and guide will welcome you at the airport and drive you to Colombo, the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. The city is a contrast itself, with mansions, lush gardens, temples, monuments and fine dining options. The imposing Colombo National Museum, dedicated to Sri Lankan history, borders sprawling Viharamahadevi Park and its giant Buddha. Go shopping in ODEL with boutiques filled with international brands, local art and fabrics. Take a walk in marine drive in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Cinnamon Grand5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Independence Square

    Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall

    Dutch Hospital Shopping PrecinctOptional Activity

    Galle Face Green

    ODEL Shopping ComplexOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bandaranaike International Airport to Colombo

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Colombo

Day 2

Head to the City of Nuwara Eliya via Kithulgala

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Head to the City of Nuwara Eliya via Kithulgala

Experience optional white water rafting in the picturesque Kelani river. The 5-kilometre stretch of the picturesque Kelani River covers 5 major rapids and 4 minor ones. Nuwara Eliya, which is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, means "city on the plain" or "city of light". You will have a tour of Lake Gregory which is surrounded by lush scenery and a fresh mountain breeze and explore some of the sites in the centre.

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    Accommodation

    Araliya Green Hills Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Rafting in KitulgalaOptional Activity

    Gregory Lake

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Colombo

    Kitulgala

    Nuwara Eliya

Day 3

Trekking in Horton Plains National Park

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Trekking in Horton Plains National Park

Have an early start to the day today as you drive to Horton Plains National Park for a trek to World’s End. This 8-kilometre guided walk passes through some beautiful scenery, and on a clear day, you might be able to see Adam’s Peak. Visit New Zealand and Ambewala farms on the way and enjoy a 'Little England' Nuwara Eliya city tour in the afternoon before making your way back to the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Araliya Green Hills Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Horton Plains National ParkOptional Activity

    New Zealand Farm

    Nuwara Eliya

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    Transportations

    Private Driver

    Private Driver

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Nuwara Eliya

Day 4

A Scenic Drive to the City of Kandy

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A Scenic Drive to the City of Kandy

Experience the panoramic view from the highest mountain in Sri Lanka ‘Piduruthalagala Mountain’. Then, enjoy a scenic drive to the city of Kandy, set on a plateau surrounded by mountains which are home to tea plantations and a biodiverse rainforest. The city's heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake), which is popular for strolling. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites including the Temple of the Tooth Shrine. In the evening you will enjoy a traditional cultural dance show.

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    Accommodation

    The Grand Kandyan Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pidurutalagala

    Ramboda Falls

    Sri Dalada MaligawaOptional Activity

    Kandyan Cultural Dance ShowOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Nuwara Eliya

    Central Province

    Kandy

Day 5

Enjoy the East Coast Beach

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Enjoy the East Coast Beach

Travel to Trincomalee to enjoy the east coast beach. En route, visit the historic Dambulla Cave Temple, famed for its exquisite painted ceilings and statues, with over 130 of them present in the temple. The complex comprises of five caves, some dating back to the 1st century B.C. When you arrive, you will explore Trincomalee fort, which was built by the Portuguese.

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    Accommodation

    Nilaveli Beach Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Dambulla Cave TempleOptional Activity

    Fort Frederick

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kandy to Trincomalee

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kandy

    Dambulla

    Nilaveli

    Trincomalee

Day 6

Whale-Watching and Pigeon Island Boat Ride

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Whale-Watching and Pigeon Island Boat Ride

Take your breakfast from the hotel to go today as you set off on a whale-watching excursion off the coast of Trincomalee. Here you'll witness many giants of the ocean with large pods of dolphins in migration season. Blue whales are found just a few miles offshore. Afterwards, take a boat ride to Pigeon Island which is one of the two marine national parks of Sri Lanka. Relax at the sandy blue beach of Nilaveli in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Nilaveli Beach Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Nilaveli Beach Hotel Water ActivitiesOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Nilaveli

Day 7

Discover the Sigiriya Rock Fortress

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Discover the Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Set off to discover the eighth wonder of the world, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dating back to the 5th Century A.D., this astounding city on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. In the evening, take a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park. Dominated by the ancient Minneriya tank, you'll see wild elephants, which are often present in huge numbers, surrounded by wading birds.

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    Accommodation

    Aliya Resort & Spa3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sigiriya Lion RockOptional Activity

    Minneriya National Park SafariOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Trincomalee to Sigiriya

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Nilaveli

    Sigiriya

    North Central Province

    Avudangawa

Day 8

Hot Air Ballooning Adventure at Dambulla

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Hot Air Ballooning Adventure at Dambulla

You have the option to go on a hot air ballooning adventure today in Dambulla for a bird’s eye view of the breathtaking scenery from up high. Explore forests, lakes and rivers, famous landmarks such as Sigiriya Rock Fortress and wildlife too. En-route to Negombo, stop for a guided educational tour around the spice garden at the Iswara Ayurvedic Village and learn about the wonderful world of spices and herbs. Finally, relax on the beach in Negombo, a coastal city rich in history.

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    Accommodation

    Jetwing Blue5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Hot Air Ballooning Adventure at DambullaOptional Activity

    Isiwara Ayurvedic VillageOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sigiriya to Negombo

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Avudangawa

    Dambulla

    Sabaragamuwa Province

    Negombo

Day 9

Departure From Sri Lanka

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Departure From Sri Lanka

Sadly, this is the end of your wonderful vacation in Sri Lanka. After one last breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to Katunayake International Airport in time for your departure.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Negombo to Bandaranaike International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Negombo

Included in Price

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 9 activities
  • 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 8 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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