Heritage & Relax

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DAY 01

Airport – Pinnawala – Kandy

Meet and welcome by our representative on arrival and proceed to Pinnawala (03 hours)

Visit Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Departure of Wildlife Conservation. It is home to 93 elephants currently and it’s the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Elephant Orphanage is located at Pinnawala village, 13 km northwest of Kegalle town in Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka. The main intention of the Elephant Orphanage is to afford care and protection to many of the orphaned un weaned wild elephants found wandering in and near the forests of Sri Lanka.

Proceed from Pinnawala to Kandy (01 ½ hours)

While on the way you will be able to Visit Herbal and Spice Gardens at Mawanella area just after 01 hour from your journey.

Enjoy sightseeing in Kandy

Before the country was brought under the British Rule in 1815, Kandy was the last capital of Sri Lanka Kings. Kandy is famous for its heritage and splendor, this magnificent city was last ruled by the King Sri Wickramarajasinghe. The Temple of Tooth Relic is the most significant highlight of the city along with Kandy Lake, town and other attractions. While stay in Kandy you will be able to visit The arts & Crafts centre and Gem museum. Don’t forget to keep your evening free to witness a Cultural Show featuring traditional Sri Lankan dance

Overnight stay at Hotel

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DAY 02

Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

After the breakfast at hotel, you will visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden which is covers approximately 147 acres and attracts over 02 million visitors annually. It is home to over 4000 species of plants including some of the most beautiful Orchids.

Proceed from Kandy to Nuwaraeliya (03 hours)

Nuwaraeliya is a preferred destination of many tourists because of its incredible cool climate and amazing sceneries. Waterfalls, Tea States, 18-hole golf courses are bringing huge attractions to the city apart from British colonial buildings. You will also be able to see few locations which is famous in Ramayana Legend still providing evidences to its existence long back.

Overnight stay at Hotel

3

DAY 03

Nuwara Eliya – Kitulgala – Bentota

After breakfast proceed from Nuwaraeliya to Kitulgala (04 hours)

Kitulgala is a small town in the west of Sri Lanka. The Academy Award- winning The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala, although nothing remains now except the concrete foundations for the bridge Kitulgala is also a base for white-water rafting, which starts a few kilometers upstream.

Proceed from Kitulgala to Bentota (02hours)

Once you reached to Bentota you can spend rest of the day leisure at a Beach Resort or you can enjoy some Water Sport activities such as Jet-ski ride, Speed Boat Ride, Donut ride ect.

Overnight stay at Hotel

4

DAY 04

Bentota – Balapitiya – Kosgoda – Colombo

Proceed from Bentota to Balapitiya (30minutes)

Enjoy River Safari

Balapitiya is another beach location however it is mainly famous among the majority of the tourists arriving to Sri Lanka because of Madu River Safari. This is around 01 – 02 hours safari by boat. Madu River has high ecological, biological and aesthetic significance, being home to approximately 303 species of plants belonging to 95 families and to 248 species of vertebrate animals.

Proceed from Balapitiya to Kosgoda (20minutes)

Visit a Turtle Hatchery

Kosgoda is a small village located in the west coast of Sri Lanka. It is most popular for its sea turtle hatcheries, operated by the Wildlife Protection Society of Sri Lanka. Here you will feast your eyes upon the amazing site of many species of turtles, especially the endangered hawksbill, laying their eggs along the beaches. The many hatcheries that are operated locally provide a safe haven for these sea turtles. You may visit these hatcheries to have a look at many huge tanks filled with new born turtles who, once grown, are released to the sea.

Proceed from Kosgoda to Colombo (02 hours)

Enjoy a City & Shopping tour in Colombo

Colombo is the trade capital of Sri Lanka, and it is a city that has undergone rapid changes. While most old buildings have been replaced by new apartments and office buildings, some parts of the city yet retains its old charm. The 100 year old clock tower with lighthouse built by the British and some colonial buildings remain examples. Colombo International Financial City (Port City) which is under constructions, Independence Square, Nelum Pokuna, BMICH and Pettah Bazaar are also bringing value to Colombo City. You will also provide to experience ample entertainment in terms of nightlife activities as well as shopping experience you would never forget.

Overnight stay at Hotel

5

DAY 05

Colombo – Airport

Proceed from Colombo to Airport in time to the flight for departure (45minutes)

Tour Duration

05 days 04 nights

Tour Highlights

  • Elephant Orphanage
  • Herbal and Spice Garden Visit
  • Temple of Tooth Relic
  • Kandy City Tour
  • Tea Plantation and Tea Factory visit
  • Ramayana Legend tour
  • City Tour in Nuwaraeliya
  • River rafting in Kitulgala
  • Bentota City Tour with Water Sports
  • River Safari at Balapitiya
  • Turtle Hatchery Visit in Kosgoda
  • City and Shopping tour of Colombo

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