Lifetime Experience In Sri Lanka
Start: Negombo Finish: Colombo
Duration: 7 Nights
Physical rating: Low, Medium
Special diets catered: Vegetarians, Vegans, HalalMeat
Tour Operator: BH Lanka Tours
Group size: 2 - 8
Age range: 2-75
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Overview
This exclusive tour is designed with a fine balance of history and culture, nature and wildlife, city and beach time. You will enjoy the warm Sri Lankan hospitality that comes from the hart at cosy hotels and resorts. Sri Lanka is famous as a comprehensive travel destination since it comprises all the elements that you need as a traveller like beaches, mountains, historical sites, wildlife and the rich culture. Your English speaking tour leader, who has excessive knowledge of all aspects of this incredible country, will show you many fascinating and interesting places and will share his knowledge about Sri Lankan history and culture. Your English speaking tour leader, who has excessive knowledge of all aspects of this incredible country, will show you many fascinating and interesting places and will share his knowledge about Sri Lankan history and culture. That is why we are sure you will have an amazing, fulfilling holiday and wonderful memories for a lifetime. Sri Lanka is an economy friendly travel destination; it’s a place where you can get world-class experiences without world-class cost.
Highlights
Enjoy 4x4 Jepp safaris through stunning National parks, home for Asian wild elephant families. Capture a hunting Leopard in flesh is unforgettable- When driving through the cold and misty hills that host lush green tea plantations. Stop at a tea factory to observe the tea processing technique
- While gaining a Lonely Planet experience you get first-hand local knowledge, with on-the-ground expert’s guidance and the freedom and privacy to explore at your will
- Explore the UNESCO World heritage splendours, Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress architectural wonder. Amaze through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy
Places You'll See
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Cities & Attractions:
Hill country Tea plantations and waterfalls
Minneriya & Yala National Park Safari
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Cultural Village Tour
Spectacular Train Journey
Whale Watching Boat Tour
Relaxing Beach Time
Kandy Tooth Relic Temple
Colombo City Tour
Itinerary
Day 1
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AIRPORT PICK-UP / WELCOME TO SRI LANKA !
Location: Negombo, Negombo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ruvisha Beach Hotel-4* Or similar
Meals: Breakfast
AYUBOWAN-! Welcome to Sri Lanka, the land like no other and 12 days of explorations giving you the opportunity to touch the Unesco World Heritage sites and unique Sri Lankan culture, the lush green tea estates and waterfalls in the hills, the wildlife and exciting adventures, the beautiful soft sandy and remote beaches. Upon arrival at Colombo CMB Airport, you will meet and greet by the tour leader and then will be transferred to your hotel. The first destination will be Negombo coastal town, which has long been known as the most popular beach in Sri Lanka, famous for its golden sandy beach, food and entertainments. For day one we haven't planned any activity, so you will have a relaxing day at Negombo beach or by the pool of your cosy hotel. Evening, you may walk along the seashore while enjoying the beautiful sun setting and the pleasant evening atmosphere of Negombo beach. Overnight stay in a seafront hotel – Negombo
Day 2
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CUTURAL VILLAGE TOUR/SIGIRIYA FORTRESS
Location: Dambulla, Dambulla, Kurunegala, Kurunegala
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tropical Life Resort-4* or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After having a delicious breakfast with a hot cup of Sri Lankan tea or a coffee, you will take a wonderful journey across the stunning Sri Lankan countryside towards Dambulla city, which is the central point of the cultural triangle on the island. En-route you may also visit the Pinnawala Elephant Rehabilitation Center. Upon arrival at Dambulla, you'll enjoy a wonderful cultural village tour while exploring the beautiful countryside (INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE). It will start with a Bullock Cart ride, one of the most ancient and prime transportation systems in Sri Lanka, still used in some villages. While on the tour you will also enjoy a canoeing Boat ride across the lake and TukTuk ride before reaching the farmer’s house where you will experience the typical Sri Lankan countryside hospitality and visit his farm. Thereafter, you will visit the famous Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE), where you may capture the beautiful scenery of sun setting. Overnight stay in a nature-friendly resort
Day 3
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SPICE GARDEN / KANDY TEMPLE
Location: Kandy, Kandy
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Topaz Hotel-4* Or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, visit the Golden Buddha Statue and the Royal Cave Temple (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). Afterwards, you will visit Matale Spice Garden (INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE). Then proceed towards Kandy city, the capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforests. Kandy is also famous for its sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). Thereafter, you’ll enjoy a walk around Kandy's busy city centre, including a tour of the Central Market, before engaging with a cultural dance show which is inspired by Sri Lankan arts, traditional dance and cultural heritage (INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE). Overnight stay in a cosy mount view hotel
Day 4
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Hill COUNTY TEA PLANTATIONS AND WATERFALLS
Location: Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Unique Cottage Bungalow-3* Or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
In the morning, you will visit the Peradeniya Royal Garden, which is known as one of the best botanical gardens in Asia. Thereafter, you’ll enjoy a wonderful journey through the lush green tea plantations, the scenic view of the mountains and the waterfalls towards the tea region of Nuwara Eliya. It is often referred to as “Little England” because many of the buildings in this city retain from the British colonial period, such as the Queen's Cottage, the General's House, the Grand Hotel, the Hill Club and the Town Post Office. Since this amazing town is located in the mountains, it is characterised by a cool climate all year long. Visit a tea plantation (INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE). Sri Lanka, tea and tourism are words which cannot be separated. Explore the cold and misty hills that host lush green blankets of tea plantations. You also have the opportunity to visit a tea factory processing the prestigious brand of Ceylon Tea, to observe a rich tradition kept alive up to date. Make sure to end your factory visit in style over a perfectly blended cup of tea. In the afternoon, you will walk through Nuwara Eliya city center and the fruit and vegetable market. Try some snacks around lanes filled with ‘short eats’, street-food possibilities and bustling local eateries. Overnight stay in a modern cottage bungalow
Day 5
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YALA NATIONAL PARK LEOPARD TRAIL SAFARI
Location: Yala National Park Sri Lanka, Yala National Park Sri Lanka
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Oga Reach Safari Resort-4* Or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, you will enjoy a spectacular train journey from Nanu-oya station to Ella village. It is known as one of the most picturesque hill country train journeys in the world (Train ticket class categories are subject to availability). Ella is everyone’s favorite hill country village due to the fact that it’s a wonderful nature-friendly location. Thereafter, depart from Ella towards Yala National Park. En-route you will visit Ravana waterfall, one of the most popular sightseeing attractions in Ella. Afternoon, visit Yala National Park, the largest and most stunning national park in Sri Lanka. Thanks to a river running through it, Yala National Park is divided into two sections. Because the river makes crossing to the other side difficult, Yala is really treated as two separate parks. But that doesn’t change the fantastic offerings! Encompassing a range of diverse ecosystems, the park has an impressive variety of wildlife, including sloth bears, leopards and lots of colorful birds. Enjoy a 4x4 jeep ride searching for leopards hanging on trees or whispering through the bushes, crocodiles patrolling the river or wild elephants drinking water and playing around under the evening sunset. Overnight stay in a safari lodge
Day 6
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IT'S TIME FOR THE BEACH / LEISURE DAY
Location: Mirissa, Mirissa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Dickwella Resort & Spa-4* Or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After an amazing journey through the mountains and waterfalls, you have finally arrived at the world-famous beachside of Sri Lanka. In the morning, you will head towards Mirissa while enjoying the magnificent view of the Indian Ocean. Mirissa/Dickwella is a delightful sandy beach that was a well-kept secret in the past, but now more restaurants and pubs are opening up to visitors. Mirissa/Dickwella is also characterized by white sands and coconut palms growing right from the edge of the sea as if in imitation of a postcard of the perfect tropical beach. Upon arrival at your hotel, you could grab a towel to relax on the beach while enjoying a cocktail or a chill beer under the shade of a beach umbrella. In the evening, perhaps you could walk down along the seashore and you could find a seafront restaurant to try some authentic Sri Lankan seafood - a wonderful crab curry is likely to be on the menu. Overnight stay in a cosy seafront hotel
Day 7
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GALLE FORT AND CITY
Location: Bentota, Bentota
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tangerine Beach Resort-4* Or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Early in the morning, hit back to the beautiful golden sandy beach and jump into a boat for an amazing ride on the sea to capture the Blue Whales and Dolphins. Mirissa is one of the best places in the world to spot the biggest creature on the planet. If you are up to it, jump into a boat to watch as blue whales swim and dive around you and be blown away by their size. Please note that whale watching is a SEASONAL activity. Thereafter, your tour leader will drive you along the southwest coast towards Galle, a city well known for its Fort (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE). It is the intersection where classic Dutch and British architecture meets a tropical setting, creating a vivid atmosphere in beauty. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a Madu river-boat tour, which offers several memorable experiences such as Madu River fish therapy. Thereafter, you’ll visit a turtle hatchery center where baby turtles learn to take that first swim and injured adults are rehabilitated back into the wild. Both locals and international volunteers are battling for the protection of sea turtles since they are endangered creatures. Overnight stay in a beach resort
Day 8
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COLOMBO CITY TOUR/AIRPORT DROP-OFF
Location: Colombo, Colombo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you’ll visit the capital city of Colombo, which has an interesting history running back to the fifth century. Even in ancient times, this was an important port city in the East-West sea trade. Nowadays it has become a bustling modern town with a unique atmosphere. The colourful streets, restaurants and modern shopping malls attract hordes of locals and tourists alike. In Colombo, you have the opportunity to visit the most highlighted places in the city and also do some last-minute shopping as well. Perhaps, you may intend to pop into a famous and internationally renowned restaurant in Colombo to end your trip over an unforgettable meal. Thereafter, proceed to the airport in time for the return flight or we drop you back to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo to end this wonderful tour across the island.
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Free airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day
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Fully Guided
A friendly and professional tour leader
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Meals – Half Board
All breakfast, 7 Dinners & 1 Lunch
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Cultural village tour with authentic local lunch
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A spectacular train journey into the mountains
Ticket class category is subject to availability
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Cultural dance show
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Government tax / No hidden charges
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1Lt Complimentary bottle of water per person each day
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to all UNESCO heritage sites and some activity fees
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A visit to a tea factory
What's Not Included
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Meals that are not stated in the itinerary
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Airfare, visa and travel insurance (on request)
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Late check-outs & early check-in charges are excluded
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Entrance/excursions fees not stated in the itinerary
Whale watching/Safari
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
BH Lanka Tours requires a deposit of 200 GBP to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 25 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.
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