Sri Lanka Heritage Wildlife Cultural Journey in 8 Days
Overview
Day 1 Arrival in Jaffna
Meet and greet at Jaffna airport followed by assistance and transfer to hotel. Visit Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, Mavittapuram Kandaswamy Temple and Jaffna Dutch Fort. Experience the cultural and historical highlights of the northern capital. Overnight stay in Jaffna.
Day 2 Jaffna to Dambulla
Travel towards Dambulla with a stop at Nagadeepa Temple by boat ride experience. Explore this sacred Buddhist site and continue to Dambulla for overnight stay surrounded by scenic landscapes.
Day 3 Dambulla to Kandy
Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, a major pilgrimage site. Continue with Ayurveda village experience, gem museum visit and evening cultural dance show. Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 4 Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Travel through scenic hill country with stops at Ramboda Falls, tea plantation and tea factory. Visit Gregory Lake and enjoy cool climate surroundings. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5 Nuwara Eliya to Yala via Ella
Visit Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Falls in Ella. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views before heading to Yala for overnight stay near wildlife reserve.
Day 6 Yala to Mirissa
Morning jeep safari in Yala National Park to see leopards, elephants and wildlife. Continue to Mirissa beach town for relaxation and coastal leisure. Overnight stay in Mirissa.
Day 7 Mirissa to Colombo
Early whale watching tour in Mirissa followed by visit to Galle Fort. Continue to Colombo city tour covering modern and colonial landmarks. Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 8 Departure
Transfer to Colombo airport for departure with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka journey.
Highlights
- Explore sacred temples and UNESCO heritage sites
- Experience Yala wildlife safari and whale watching in Mirissa
- Discover scenic hill country tea plantations and waterfalls
Places featured
- Jaffna City
- Kandy Sacred Temple
- Kandy City
- Nuwareliya
- Mirissa Whale Watching
- Ella
- Yala Wildlife Journey
Additional information
- Pick-up time depends on flight arrival
- Tour starts from Colombo airport zone or Jaffna airport based on flight schedule
- Modest clothing required for temple visits; shoulders and knees should be covered
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
- A valid passport is required for hotel check-in.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 7-night accommodation in standard hotels
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Private tour throughout the journey
- Safari jeep experience in Yala
- Boat ride to Nagadeepa island
Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Entrance tickets where applicable
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not mentioned
- Tips and gratuities
USD 2200.00
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