DAYS 1 & 2

You are met on arrival at the airport, and taken to your hotel in Colombo. Tour through the highlights of the city. (B)

Gale Face Hotel, Colombo

DAYS 3 & 4

Explore the grand Sigiriya Rock Fortress, built in the 5th century and the medieval city of Polonnaruwa. Visit Lankathillaka Gedige, a massive temple ruin with a headless colossal Buddha statue, and Gal Vihara, with three huge Buddha statues carved out of its granite cliff face. Then take a scenic Jeep safari through Minneriya National Park. (B)

Vil Uyaa, Sigiriva

DAYS 5 & 6

Drive to Kandy and visit a gem museum and witness a colorful cultural performance. Explore the Temple of the Tooth to observe a pooja ceremony and see Sri Lanka’s most valuable Buddhist relic, a tooth of Lord Buddha. On the morning of Day 6, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya. (2B)

Hotel Earl’s Regency, Kandy

DAY 7

This morning depart for Pinnawela and a visit to the endearing Elephant Orphanage where you can observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. (B)

Tea Factory Hotel, Nuwara Eliya

DAYS 8 & 9

On your drive to Yala, stop and visit Ravana Ella Waterfalls and the Buduruwagala Buddha statue, the tallest upright statues of Buddha in the country. On Day 9, enjoy both morning and afternoon jeep excursions into Yala National Park. (2B)

Yala Village Hotel, Yala

DAYS 10 & 11

Today visit the fishing village of Ussangoda and the Galle Fort, built by the Dutch in the 17th century, and today a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a boat ride on the Madhu River and continue to Kosgoda to visit a Turtle hatchery to see hundreds of baby turtles that will be released to their natural habitat. (2B)

Taj Exotica, Bentota or similar

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Galle Face Hotel
Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Galle Face Hotel is situated in the heart of the commercial capital of Sri Lanka . An oasis of tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle of the city by the side of the Indian Ocean . A feature unique among the hotels in Colombo. Established in 1864, the Galle Face Hotel soon became and continues to be one of the most exquisite hotels East of the Suez.

Vil Uyaa
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

A ‘back to nature’ retreat in a man-made private nature reserve aptly describes Jetwing Vil Uyana, an eco-friendly resort in an area of remarkable beauty.Here tranquility is guaranteed alongside wonderful service, great food, Ayurveda spa and views of the Sigiriya rock fortress. Possibly the only hotel in the world built over reed beds and paddy fields, purposely created on reclaimed agricultural land. Accommodation is in thatched cabanas, many with their own pools, over water, marsh land, paddy fields or within the forest. Explore the grounds via wooden walkways or take a boat or ferry in search of rare birds and wildlife. Luxuriate in the lap of nature and relax in your private pool, or pass the time in the spa with healing herbs and a soothing Ayurvedic massage.Climb the Sigiriya rock fortress to see its beautiful frescoes and the ruins of the 5th century palace.

Hotel Earl’s Regency
Kandy, Sri Lanka

Enter the cultural heartland of Sri Lanka through a sheer mountain pass. Visit the Palace of the Tooth Relic of Buddha, overlooking the picturesque Kandy Lake. See the Kandy perehera, the world famous pageant of elephants, culture and light. Stroll in the botanical gardens at Peradeniya; see the tallest bamboos and the oldest tea plant in the world. Let the amazing art and culture of the ancient Gadaladeniya, Lankatillake and Ambekke temples enrich your spirit. Hike in the mountains and see the world spread out below you. Do all this and more from the five star luxury and comfort of the Earl’s Regency Hotel.

Tea Factory Hotel
Kandy, Sri Lanka

The last kingdom in Sri Lanka, in the central foothills of the Island, is the home of Le Kandyan. Famous for his annual pageant - the Kandy Perehera, the Botanical Garden in Peradeniva, the Dalada Maligawa which houses the tooth relic of Buddha, the picturesque University Campus, and also renowned for its handicrafts in brass and silver. The aroma of tea is not too distant either. Le Kandyan lies in the forested hills of Heerassagala.

Yala Village Hotel
Sri Lanka

Yala Village houses 6 beach chalets and 50 jungle chalets. The rooms are designed and furnished to provide the best comfort and all the modern facilities despite being lost in the jungle.

Taj Exotica
Bentota, Sri Lanka

This unforgettable resort strikes the perfect balance between natural beauty and top-notch comforts. Sprawling along the south coast of Sri Lanka, this beautiful resort offers 162 rooms and is located 90 km south of the Bandarnaike International airport, three hours away, and 60 km away from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, which is approximately an hour and a half drive away.

Airport Garden Hotel
Bentota, Sri Lanka

Situated in the midst of a 38-acre coconut plantation bordering the famous Negombo lagoo, this hotel is a haven of spacious comfort and top-notch amenities.

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