10 DAYS TOUR IN SRILANKA

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Day 01– Airport | Dambulla

On arrival you will be blessed to get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality. Your designated Guide from Shimron Holidays will welcome you at the Airport and will guide you to the transportation.

Your First Destination will be Dambulla (Approx. 04 Hours’ Drive)

En route visiting MILLENIUM ELEPHANT FOUNDATION is in Kegalle near Kandy. Join an elephant expert who volunteers here and learn all about the foundation and the elephants that they care for. You can walk with the elephants, bathe them, and visit the on-site elephant dung factory. However, visitors should be aware that many of the elephants kept here are chained, on the request of their owners. The elephants do no manual labor, however, and are only guided by a trained mahout, a caretaker who uses a hook to tap certain pressure points on the animal’s body – this does not hurt them when done correctly.

DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE first came to use as a refuge for King Valagambahu in 1st century BC. Concealed by the local monks upon returning from exile to his throne at Anuradhapura he had the magnificent cave temple built for them. The cave temple consists of a complex of Buddhist image houses. Its rock ceiling is one large sweep of colorful frescoes, some of which dates to over 2,000 years, which depicts Buddhist mythology, and the tales of the Buddha's previous births. This cave temple has the largest number of Buddha statues all housed in one place, including a 14-meter-long, colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha carved out of the rock.

Overnight stay in Dambulla

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Day 02– Dambulla | Sigiriya | Habarana | Dambulla

After a scrumptious breakfast proceed to Sigiriya,

SIGIRIYA is an “UNESCO World Heritage Site” and the 5th Century “Fortress in the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the Palace on the summit of the 600-foot-high rock. On its summit are the foundations of the Royal Palace, Water Tanks to supply water and all other buildings and at the edges the guardhouses. On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting survived in the form of Frescoes of 21 life sized damsels still shining in their original colors. The Water Gardens, Fountain Garden, Summerhouses, Boulder Gardens, and the Caves within the enclosed area should not be missed.

PIDURANGALA rock is an enormous rock located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya. The two rocks have an interlinked history: whilst King Kasyapa was building Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the 5th century, he moved monks living around Sigiriya to a new monastery on Pidurangala Rock. An ancient cave temple still houses objects from various vintages that reflect Buddhist, Hindu and western beliefs, and the stupa to the left of the temple entrance is believed to mark the spot where King Kasyapa was cremated. There are glorious vistas of the surrounding landscape and an incredible view of the majestic Sigiriya Rock.

HIRIWADUNNA VILLAGE TRECK This is a typical countryside experience with a jeep ride to the rural village of Hiriwadunna. The trek begins with a beautiful walk along to a man-made reservoir. You will also experience a boat ride, bullock cart ride, rural vegetable cultivation, paddy fields and enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan lunch at a Village house.

In the evening leisure at hotel

Optional – Minneriya National Park

Overnight stay in Dambulla

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Day 03– Dambulla | Kandy

After breakfast Proceed to Kandy, En route Visit the Spice Garden & Matale Hindu Temple

Near to the main road through Matale, THE MUTHUMARIAMMAM TEMPLE is a tall, exuberantly decorated structure that can be easily seen from afar. The prominent towers, called Gopurams, boast hundreds of detailed sculptures, in a rich mosaic of colour. These Gopurams structures can be seen in other Hindu temples across the island, as well as in Southern India

SPICE GARDEN IN MATALE to see the different spices, which Sri Lanka is famous for. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed

KANDY, including Upper Lake Drive, Market Square, Arts & Crafts Centre, Gem Museum & Temple of Tooth Relic. Kandy the hill capital, venue of the annual Perahera The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was finally ceded to the British in 1815. Kandy is an example of the Buddhism's influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple's shrines and monasteries keeping alive Buddhist traditions are everywhere.

ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS, PERADENIYA This majestic botanical garden is 147 acres in extent and was started in 1374 as a pleasure garden of the Kings of Gampola and Kandy. There are more than 5,000 species of trees, plants, and creepers. Some which are rare and endemic, as well as flora from the tropical world are found in the gardens. The Spice Garden and Orchid House are popular with tourists. There are 5 Palm Avenues beautifying the gardens, the earliest and tallest, Royal Palm Avenue, was planted in 1905 and the Double Coconuts from the Seashells Island, with the largest seed of all plants in the world, is one such avenue.

By the night experience a Colorful Cultural Dance Show where you will be taken to mind blowing Sri Lankan culture extravaganza… Get ready for Heavy drumbeat and acrobatic act.

Overnight stay in Kandy

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Day 04- Kandy | Ramboda | Nuwara Eliya

Breakfast at Hotel restaurant then check out & proceed to Nuwara Eliya, Visit the Ramboda falls & Tea factory

Enjoy “Tea experience”, which involves a visit a plantation to observe firsthand the process, starting from the plucking field where it all begins with the picking of “two leaves and a bud” to the factory where the processing begins. Originally introduced to the island around 1850 by the British, Ceylon Tea is world famous for its high quality and has remained a major contributor to the island’s economy for generations. Currently, Sri Lanka is one of largest exporter of tea worldwide. The high altitudes produce the best flavors, so Sri Lanka’s hill-country is the ideal environment to grow the most flavorsome tea. A guided tour around a Tea Factory is an enlightening experience.

RAMBODA FALLS Located next to the road between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, Ramboda Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in Sri Lanka, standing at over one hundred meters tall, and is undoubtedly one of Sri Lanka’s most picturesque.

It is most definitely worth a stop off during your tour of the area given the stunning surroundings and countless photo opportunities that arise.

NUWARA ELIYA the ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls, and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coolest places in the Island, but it is just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night. All around Nuwara Eliya you will see evidence of the British influence, houses like country cottages or Queen Ann style mansions. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic and is also good for Birding as you get some rare birds in this park.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

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Day 05- Nuwara Eliya | Ella

Breakfast at Hotel then you will be heading to Nanu Oya Railway station for an once lifetime experience

This is going to be a unique experience, taking a Classical Train Journey.

Enjoy a very scenic train journey to Ella, the heart of the tea growing industry and full of colonial charm

The slow descend through the tea fields and hill countryside with its winding tracks and misty panoramas, offers an unmatched perspective and wonderful experience

ELLA often described as ‘’lonely planet’’ and ‘’waterfall’’ is a congested town located in Sri Lanka. Ella is pure natural beauty, with its waterfalls, greenery, and hills it is just jaw-dropping. It has views that one hasn’t witnessed before, scenes one hasn't seen before and nature one hasn't felt before. Ella is the perfect place to go to if one wants to refresh the brain. It has many famous places and has been under the attention of tourist for a decent amount of time now.

Check in & Relax

Overnight stay in Ella

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Day 06– Ella | Yala

Breakfast at Hotel

THE NINE ARCH BRIDGE in Ella is on the Demodara loop and spans 91 meters at a height of 24m. The beautiful nine arches make it a very picturesque spot especially as it is in a dense jungle and agricultural setting. Behind the railway, a forest is booming and below, tea leaves are being cultivated

LITTLE ADAMS PEAK offers one of the finest viewpoints in the Sri Lanka Hill Country and is also part of a three-venue loop that can be done in one day. The youthful highlands town of Ella is the starting point for a short trek that can be extended to a three-section, 15km trek to include Little Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock and Nine Arch Bridge.

Although the climb to Little Adam’s Peak from Ella town is relatively easy, the views from the top of Little Adam’s Peak are sensational. Begin the climb with a gentle stroll through a sloping tea field, passing endless neat rows of terraced tea plants, before ascending a short stretch of winding steps up to the top of the peak.

Evening Jeep safari at Yala National Park

YALA, situated in the southeast corner of the island, is home to the greatest variety of Sri Lanka’s wildlife. Its varying habitats, consisting of scrub plains, jungles, rocky outcrops, freshwater lakes, rivers, and beaches, provides home to many species of animals including sloth bear, herds of elephants, buffalo, monkeys, sambar, deer, crocodiles, and the endangered leopard subspecies, Panthera Pardus Kotiya, which is only found in Sri Lanka.

35 Leopard making it one of the world’s densest leopard populations. Countless other animals including sloth bear, deer, wild boar, crocodiles, monkeys, and numerous species of birds can also be seen.

Overnight Stay in Yala

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Day 07– Yala | Mirissa

Breakfast at Hotel

Check out & proceed to Mirissa

MIRISSA is set in a small fishing village in the southern region of the country with beautiful scenery and tranquil atmosphere. The peaceful, soft sandy beach is lined with green palms which wave in front of the crystal-clear water of the Indian Ocean. This crescent shaped beach boasts some of Sri Lanka’s best and most stunning sunrises which creep up from the horizon to greet you and back again on the other side to form a breathtaking and memorable sunset.

Visit Coconut Tree Hills

Check in & relax

Overnight Stay in Mirissa

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Day 08– Mirissa | Galle | Bentota

GALLE FORT an UNESCO World Heritage Site, originally built by the Portuguese and then further developed by the Dutch and the British, covers nearly four sq. kms, and is protected by 12 bastions and connecting ramparts. During the early 18^th century, the Old Dutch Gate was the entrance point to the Fort. Subsequently the British built the Main Gate which is still used today. Buildings of interest include the Dutch Reformed Church, All Saints Church, Amangalla Hotel (formerly the New Oriental Hotel), and the lighthouse and bell tower.

MADU RIVER BOAT RIDE in the 915-hectare Madu Ganga Estuary is connected by two narrow channels to the Randombe Lake, forming a complex wetland system encompassing 64 mangrove islets. In the year 2000, International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) undertook a detailed biodiversity survey of the region & revealed the existence of no less than 10 major wetland vegetation types supporting over 300 plant species & 248 species of vertebrates. This remarkable diversity has led to its being classified under RAMSAR Convention on Wetlands in 2003.

MARINE TURTLE CONSERVATION KOSGODA Globally, all seven species of marine turtles are endangered. Of these seven, five come ashore to nest in Sri Lanka. The process of marine turtles nesting, hatchlings being born, and swimming back to sea is fascinating to observe. The Kosgoda Conservation Project is an ideal way to learn and observe this endangered species

Check In & Relax

Overnight Stay in Bentota

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Day 09– Bentota | Colombo

Breakfast at Hotel – Check out by 12.00 and proceed to Colombo

COLOMBO CITY TOUR, drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens, Visit Fort, the former British administrative Centre and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmiths quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of Wolfe dhal dating back to 1749.

Check in the hotel & Relax – Overnight stay in Colombo

DESTINATION	STANDARD	DELUXE
Dambulla / Habarana	Sungreen Resort & Spa	Occidental Paradise Dambulla
Kandy	Fox Kandy	Mahaweli Reach
Nuwara Eliya	Araliya Red	Araliya Green City
Ella	Mountain Heavens	Mountain Heavens
Yala	Chaarya Resort & Spa	Cinnamon Wild
Mirissa	Paradise Beach Club	Marriott Resort & Spa
Bentota	The Palms	Sheraton Turtle Beach Resort
Colombo	Fairway Colombo	Movenpick Hotel Colombo

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

Entrance Fee’s

MIllenium Elephant Foundation US$ 15 Per Person
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden US$ 10 Per Person
Dambulla cave Temple US$ 10 Per Person
Sigiriya Rock fortress US$ 30 Per Person
Minneriya National park US$ 25 Per Person
Jeep safari at Minneriya national park US$ 40 (Max 06 Pax)
Train ticket US$ 20 per person
Yala National park US$ 25 Per Person
Jeep safari at Yala national park US$ 40 (Max 06 Pax)
Cultural show with Gem Factory – FOC upon visiting a Gem shop if not USD 05 will be charged
Madu River US$ 15 Per boat on private basis (Max 06 pax)
Turtle Hatchery US$ 03 Per person
Minneriya National park US$ 25 Per Person
Jeep safari at MInneriyanational park US$ 40 (Max 06 Pax)
Pidurangala HIking USD 15 per person

Terms & Conditions

Quote is subject to availability and price fluctuations prior to booking.
All reservations subject to availability at time of booking
The standard check in time in Sri Lanka is 1400 hours and the Check-out time is 12 noon
Tipping can be US$ 05 per person per day, but depending on your level of satisfaction with our services
At local restaurants tipping can be about LKR 100.00 per meal
Lunch and Dinner and be from outside restaurants which will be about US$ 15.00 per meal maximum based on the dishes which you order
Train tickets will be purchased 30 days prior to arrival, during which tickets will be subject to availability

Payment Procedure:

You can make the payment via Credit / Debit card for which there is a 3% service charge adding to the final price mentioned above for which I can sent you the payment link for the same to be followed online and fill in your credit card details using our safe online payment gateway

you can make a bank transfer for the company bank details which I can mail you once the plans are fixed and the price is finalized and USD 35 will be added to the final invoice as bank charge