Sri Lanka is an island in the northern Indian Ocean which has been known under various names over time. Under British rule, the island was known as Ceylon from 1815 to 1972.
Its diverse landscapes range from rainforest and arid plains to highlands and sandy beaches. It’s famed for its ancient Buddhist ruins, including the 5th-century citadel Sigiriya, with its palace and frescoes. More than 1.5 million people vivit Sri Lanks each year. The most popular destinations are: Sigiriya, Colombo, Candy and Galle.
Sri Lanka is a shoppers paradise and you can buy from a wide array of shopping items, the most recognized being gems, batik, tea, and handicrafts. The most popular items among tourists are hand loom fabrics, leather products, reproduction antiques, jewelry and ceramics.
The best time to visit the west and south coasts and hill country is from December to March, while the best weather on the east coast is from April/May to September.
6N/7D Sri lanka Tour Package
Destinations Covered: Negombo, Pinnawala, Kandy, Temple Of Tooth, Nuwara Eliya, Hakgala and Hikkaduwa
Day 01 Airport – Negombo
Welcome & assist by Indus Trips, Transfer to Negombo. Negombo is a major city in Sri Lanka, located on the west coast of the island and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in Western Province, Sri Lanka.
Negombo is the fifth largest city in the country after the capital Colombo, Kandy, Jaffna and Galle, and it is the second largest city in Western province after Colombo. Negombo is also the administrative capital of Negombo Division. Overnight stay at hotel in Negombo.
Day 02 Negombo – Pinnawala – Kandy Travel Time 4 hrs.
After breakfast transfer to Kandy. En-route visit Pinnawala Elephant orphanage. The orphanage was created to protect abandoned and orphaned elephants. It has now grown into a popular elephant attraction in the country and with good reason, for no where else except at Pageants (processions) are you likely to see so many elephants at close quarters.
The elephants are controlled by their mahouts (keepers) who ensure they are fed at the right times and don’t endanger anyone but otherwise the elephants roam freely around the sanctuary area. There are many elephants in residence from babies to young adults. Among the attractions, you will be able to witness elephants being lead to a nearby river for bathing. You could also see the feeding of the baby elephants which is the highlight of the visit.
In the evening visit to see the cultural dance in Kandy. View a colorful cultural
performance of Kandyan Dancers. The finale is a display of fire-walking.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.
Day 03 Kandy
After breakfast transfer to visit Temple Of Tooth Relic in Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha (Sri Dalada Maligawa), which houses the most important Relic of the Buddhists in Sri Lanka. A gold canopy was erected some years ago over the roof of the shrine room where it is place.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.
Day 04 Kandy – Nuwara Eliya Travel Time – Approx. 2-3 hrs.
After breakfast transfer to Nuwara Eliya. En-route visit tea factory and tea plantation in Nuwara Eliya.
The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of mountains, valleys, waterfalls and tea plantations and is 6,200 feet above sea level. In 1826 some British Officers out on shooting, chanced on Nuwara Eliya plains, and Sir Edward Barnes investigated on it. In 1828 a road was constructed over the ridge at Ramboda Pass and a station for convalescent soldiers was established.
It was Sir Samuel Baker who fell under the spell of Nuwara Eliya, brought hounds, horses, cattle, sheep etc. and started a typical English farm here. Flowers and vegetable were brought from England and planted. It is supposed to be one of the coldest places on the Island, but is really just like an England spring day although the temperature does drop at night. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic.
Overnight stay at hotel in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 05 Nuwara Eliya – Hakgala – Travel Time – Approx 6.5 hrs.
After breakfast transfer to visit Hakgala gardens. Hakgala Botanical Gardens were founded in 1860 by the eminent British botanist Dr GHK Thwaites, who was superintendent of the more famous gardens at Peradeniya, near Kandy.
Overnight stay at hotel in Hikkaduwa.
Day 06 Hikkaduwa
Beach leisure at Hikkaduwa. Enjoy a dip in the pool or catch the sun on the little patch of private beach within easy access of the Resort.
Overnight stay at hotel in Hikkaduwa.
Day 07 Hikkaduwa – Airport – Travel Time 3 hrs.
After breakfast transfer to the airport for departure.
End of Tour
Inclusions
- 06 nights’ accommodation on Bed and Breakfast double sharing basis.
- Transport in an Air conditioned comfortable Vehicle.
- English speaking Chauffer Guide.
- Tea factory / Tea plantation visit in Nuwara Eliya
- Complimentary ticket for cultural dance Kandy.
- Special Helanka Vacations gift pack.
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