12 Days Heritage and wildlife
£1,000.00
Explore Sri Lanka’s rich heritage and stunning beaches on this 12-day journey. Start in Colombo and then travel to the ancient city of Anuradhapura. Continue to Jaffna to visit its historic sites and vibrant markets. Head to the coastal town of Trincomalee for whale watching and beach relaxation. Discover the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy a safari in Minneriya National Park. Visit Kandy’s Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, then unwind in Bentota with water sports and turtle hatchery visits. Conclude your tour with a return to Colombo for final sightseeing and shopping before your departure.
Product Description
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo
- Arrive at Bandaranayke International Airport (CMB).
- Transfer to your hotel in Colombo.
- Overnight in Colombo.
Day 2: Colombo to Anuradhapura
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Anuradhapura (approx. 4 hours by road).
- Check-in at your hotel.
- Explore the ancient city of Anuradhapura.
- Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 3: Anuradhapura to Jaffna
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Jaffna (approx. 4 hours by road).
- Check-in at your hotel.
- Explore Jaffna Fort, Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.
- Overnight in Jaffna.
Day 4: Jaffna
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Jaffna Public Library, Nagadeepa Purana Vihara.
- Explore local markets and taste Jaffna cuisine.
- Overnight in Jaffna.
Day 5: Jaffna to Trincomalee
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Trincomalee (approx. 5 hours by road).
- Check-in at your beach resort.
- Relax on the beach or by the pool.
- Overnight in Trincomalee.
Day 6: Trincomalee
- Early morning whale watching tour.
- Breakfast at the resort.
- Visit Koneswaram Temple and Fort Frederick.
- Beach relaxation in the afternoon.
- Overnight in Trincomalee.
Day 7: Trincomalee to Sigiriya
- Breakfast at the resort.
- Transfer to Sigiriya (approx. 2.5 hours by road).
- Check-in at your hotel.
- Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 8: Sigiriya and Minneriya National Park
- Early morning visit to Pidurangala Rock for sunrise.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
- Afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park.
- Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 9: Sigiriya to Kandy
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Kandy (approx. 2.5 hours by road).
- Check-in at your hotel.
- Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
- Explore Kandy Lake and local markets.
- Overnight in Kandy.
Day 10: Kandy to Bentota
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Bentota (approx. 4.5 hours by road).
- Check-in at your beach resort.
- Relax on the beach or by the pool.
- Overnight in Bentota.
Day 11: Bentota
- Breakfast at the resort.
- Water sports activities: jet skiing, windsurfing, or banana boat rides.
- Visit Brief Garden or Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery.
- Overnight in Bentota.
Day 12: Bentota to Colombo for Departure
- Breakfast at the resort.
- Transfer back to Colombo (approx. 1.5 hours by road).
- Last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Colombo.
- Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight.
Inclusions
- Liability insurance coverage
- Meet Group at Colombo international Airport
- Accommodation Ovenights in the selceted Hotels or similar Sharing Twin/double
- Meal plan Breakfast basis during the tour Day 1 No Meals and ending tour with breakfast on the Day 11
- Private Transport in an air-condition vehicle Luxury Coach/ Car / Van (inclusive with Passenger liability insurance Cover) + free WIFI for Bus
- FIT services with services on English speaking Chauffeur Guide & GIT Services with a English Speaking National Guide .(Sri lankan National)
- Entrence fees as per the programme EXCLUDING OPTIONAL TOURS
- Welcome drinks and wet toweIs in all hotels
- Tickets for the cultural dance show in Kandy
- TRAIN – Hill Country
- Safari by 4×4 wheel drive (Indian Jeeps)
- Free water 500ML while on Tour
- Free Complementary gift
- Garlands on arrival
- All national guide & chauffeur fees
- All Parking Tickets while on tour
- Local taxes and 12.5% V.A.T.
