Scenic Sri Lanka

• Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, please clear immigration & visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs.
• Explore Vacations Representative will page you by your name. Thereafter you will be assisted to the Coach Park to begin your journey as per the itinerary.
• You will be transferred to Negombo for rest and relaxation.

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Chilaw.

Chilaw is a delightful seaside town located on the west coast of Sri Lanka, with a wide sandy beach, and big hotels, Chilaw is Sri Lanka’s most popular destination. Beyond its sands lies an interesting mix: a colonial-built canal and crumbled fort; a lively fish market, traditional fishing communities, and a wildlife-rich lagoon.

• Visit Munneshwaram and Mannavari temples.

Munneswaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka. The temple complex is a collection of five temples, including a Buddhist temple. The temples are dedicated to Shiva, Ganesha, Aiyanar and Kali.

• Arrive in Wilpattu and check in to a hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Wilpattu National park

Wilpattu National Park is the largest park, located on the Northwest coast of Sri Lanka. It boasts one of the highest concentrations of leopards in the world, yet it's so much quieter than Yala that you'll likely go hours without seeing another safari vehicle. Instead, you can hope to see crocodiles, sambhur, water buffalo, elephants and the elusive sloth bear.

• Check out from the hotel, and proceed to Jaffna.
• Arrive in Jaffna and check in to a hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Jaffna is a predominantly Tamil city with an old-school charm. From age-old temples, its own historic ruins comprising of the ancient kingdoms of the North, calm and sandy beaches, museums and salt plains along the way, you are sure to find something for your wandering heart to enjoy.

• Jaffna Library- Jaffna Public Library is a symbol of the city’s post-war regeneration
• Nallur Temple
• Nainatheevu- Naga poosani amman kovil
• Jaffna Fort- Jaffna Fort was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and later occupied by the Dutch and British.
• Keerinalain or Naguleeswaram Temple
• Casuarina Beach
• Nagadipa purana vihara
• Jaffna market

Return to the hotel in Jaffna for dinner and an overnight stay

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Trincomalee.

Trincomalee is located on the beautiful East Coast of Sri Lanka and it’s the perfect place for sun-seekers, thrill seekers and those hoping to relax. Trincomalee city is home to the famous Koneswaram temple from where it developed and earned its historic Tamil name Thirukonamalai. The east coast boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka and Trincomalee is one of the nicest. It’s also quieter than the touristic southern coast and offers a more relaxed vibe.

Activities can do
• Koneswaram Temple
• Fort Frederick
• Maritime and Naval History Museum
• Uppuveli & Nilaveli Beaches
• Pigeon Island National Park
• Trincomalee War Cemetery

• Overnight stay in Trincomalee

• After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Knuckles through Habarana.
• Knuckles- The Knuckles Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, in the Districts of Matale and Kandy. The mountain range is encompassed by Sri Lanka's longest river, the Mahaweli and also the Matale Plains. Knuckles mountain range, a World Heritage Conservation Area that affords intriguing trekking possibilities, is still to a greater extent untouched zone of significant natural beauty and biodiversity.
• Check in to the hotel in Knuckles & relax
• Dinner and overnight at the hotel

• After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Mini World’s End.

The Mini World’s End is a spectacular observation point located within the Knuckles Mountain Range. It is an escarpment with a sheer drop of 1192 meters. At this point, you are met with magnificent and panoramic views of the surrounding. A medium easy hike that people of all ages would enjoy especially once seeing beautiful scenery around.

• Check out from the hotel and proceed to Hatton through lush green Tea plantations.
• Arrive in Hatton and check in to a hotel for dinner and an overnight stay

Hatton is a small town tucked away in the hills of Sri Lanka. Today Hatton is best known for its tea and magnificent nature; so wear your walking shoes and get ready to travel to Hatton and explore its charming attractions.

• After breakfast at the hotel, visit Castlereigh reservoir

The Castlereagh Reservoir is one of Sri Lanka’s best-kept secrets; hidden in a valley and circled by tall green peaks, the reservoir is perhaps the most idyllic location in the hill country. The reservoir looks like something straight out of a fairytale: from a distance, the cool waters have an aquamarine tinge to it- which looks even more stunning when encircled by the green mountains- but the closer you get it becomes apparent the water is actually crystal clear. The vegetation around the reservoir ranges from alpine forests to well-groomed tea bushes.

• Visit Maussakelle Reservoir

Maussakelle Reservoir is a beautiful lake surrounded by lush green peaks hidden in a valley in the Hatton area of the Nuwara Eliya District in the Central Province. This incredibly beautiful reservoir is still a beautiful place hidden from many tourists. Maussakelle Reservoir is a place with so many beautiful views that it will take any traveller to a different world.

• Return to the hotel in Hatton for dinner and overnight stay

• After breakfast at the hotel visit Lipton Seat.

Lipton's Seat or Lipton Seat is a viewpoint situated in the Haputale mountain range, atop the Dambatenne Tea Estate. Lipton's Seat is a popular vantage point, from where Thomas Lipton would sit with a cup of tea in hand and proudly look over his estate. Today, you can still have one of the best views from the lookout, and there is even a life-sized statue of Lipton on a bench to take pictures with!

• Return to the hotel in Hatton for dinner and overnight stay

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Mirissa.
• Check in to the hotel in Mirissa & relax.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

• Enjoy the hotel view and relax.
• OPTIONAL: Proceed to visit Jungle Beach Unawatuna (The hidden tropical paradise)
• Dinner and overnight at the hotel

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Galle.

Galle is famous for its Portuguese architectural buildings and the Galle Fort which is a world heritage site and the many amazing places to visit in Galle.

• Activities can do;
• Galle Dutch Fort,
• Dutch Reformed Church,
• The National Museum of Galle,
• Galle Fort,
• Historical Mansion Museum,
• Galle Fort Clock Tower,
• Maritime Museum,
• Galle Lighthouse,
• St Joseph’s Chapel,
• St. Mary's Cathedral

• Proceed to Colombo.
• Arrive in Colombo and check in to a hotel for a farewell dinner and overnight stay.

• After breakfast at the hotel proceed to the airport for the departure flight.
• Check in to the flight.
• Goodbye from Explore Vacation and leaving the country with beautiful memories.