Bestseller of Sri Lanka private tour
Bestseller of Sri Lanka private tour
Bestseller of Sri Lanka private tour
7 Days Starting and ending in Colombo
Visiting: Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Galle
Tour operator:
Tour code:
675
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Jain, Vegans
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
On this wonderful tour called Essential Sri Lanka one will have a unique opportunity to see the most significant and beautiful monuments, nature spots, mountain villages and beaches in this lush green country tasting Sri Lankan food and taking part in different attractions. This is a private tour organised by AC transport and a tour escort with accommodation in nice and comfortable three-star hotels.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Colombo
Location: Colombo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will be picked up from the central location of Colombo or the International airport the Bandaranaike International Airport by the driver and the tour escort and transferred to the hotel for resting and sleeping.
After refreshing sightseeing of Colombo starts. You will be taken for sightseeing of Colombo visiting clock tower, Pettah bazar, a Hindu as well as a Buddhist temple as well as the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH)- an outright gift to Sri Lanka from the People' Republic of China. You will be taken to see a famous spot for a walk called Galle Face green promenade where you can observe life of the local people. Overnight at Colombo,
Day 2 : Sigiriya And Village Tour
Location: Sigiriya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, lunch during the village tour
After breakfast participate in a popular village tour during which you will try oxen cart ride, traditional catamaran safari as well as see cooking demonstration on traditional Sri Lankan food and taste
delicious authentic Sri Lankan village lunch.
Next, you will have to climb up 1200 steps to the Sigiriya Rock. There are several platforms that break up the steps and allow for a little break if you need it. From some places along the path you also get an amazing view of the surrounding area. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 : Kandy
Location: Kandy
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast travel to the town Kandy which is famous for a temple of the tooth, a Buddhist temple. On the way there we will stop at the spice garden where you will be able to find out something about Sri Lankann spices, herbs and medicines.
The Tooth relic temple is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Next you will enjoy the cultural dance show. Overnight at Kandy.
Day 4 : Nuwara Eliya
Location: Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast travel up to the mountains to a picturesque town Nuwara Eliya famous for its lush green scenic tea plantations. Visit a famous tea factory with the possibility of buying some very good quality tea. You will also visit the temple of Seetha in Seetha Eliya. This place is believed to be the site where Sita was held captive by king Ravana, and where she prayed daily for Rama to come and rescue her in the Hindu epic, Ramayana.On the rock face across the stream are circular depressions said to be the footprints of Lord Hanuman. There will be also opportunity to try safari at Hakgala Botanical garden. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 : Yala National Park And Ravana Waterfall
Location: Yala
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast drive to the Yala National Park.On the way you will have an opportunity to stop for the picture of beautiful Ravana waterfall. Later on drive to Yala National Park where you will enjoy safari adventure. It’s an experience of epic proportions that brings you up, close and personal with untamed world of wildlife. Whether you are an avid nature lover or visiting a wildlife park for the first time, if you come here with a mind that’s eager to explore and learn, you will go away with new-found meaning to life. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 : Galle
Location: Galle
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast travel to the city Galle. Enjoy sightseeing of the places like: the Turtle hatchery centre and enjoy walking in the beautiful Galle fort with the possibility of taking pictures of stunning landscape and doing the shopping. You can also visit the Dutch and English Church and the Lighthouse. After that you will be taken for a Madu river safari by boat during which you will be able to spot many bird species and admire beautiful nature of Sri Lanka. Rest on the one of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka - Unawentuna beach. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 : Colombo
Location: Colombo
Meals Included: Breakfast
After hotel check out you will be dropped off to Colombo airport or another central location in Colombo.
Please note that there is a possibility of extending relaxing stay on Unawentuna beach.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Three star accommodation in the hotels with breakfast according to the route All the rooms have private bathrooms and air conditioning
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Local Taxes
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Fully Guided
A service of a Sri Lankan tour escort who takes care of the safety and organisation during the tour. He also advises on additional attratcions, restaurants. The tour escort provides essential information about the tourist spots, buys tickets to the monuments, assists during sightseeing ands solves the problems which may occur during the tour. Local licenced guides in Sigiriya Rock.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Ac commercial vehicle with an English speaking driver. All the cars have a valid insurance and all the permits. All the transfers are provided as well as pick up and drop off to Colombo
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village tour with lunch
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Cultural dance show in Kandy
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Bird observation during the boat ride in Galle
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Tipping and Gratuities
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Personal expenditures
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, visa is required ro come to Sri Lanka.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is such time, usually in the evening.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, this is an escorted tour.
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What is the maximum group size?
15 travellers
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, it is. Sometimes wi - fi is available only in the hotel lobby.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, the children are welcome.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can assist with booking hotels both before and after the tour.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We can organise the tour both for the single travellers, couples and bigger groups.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, AC is available in all the vehicles.
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What is the tipping policy?
There are recommended tips to the driver. Recommended amount per day, per person 3 USD. The tip for the guides is 8/10 USD and depends on the satisfacion.
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