Explore lesser known Sri Lanka Tour (09) 06 Days/ 5 Nights Program

Transcription

1 Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau Visiting Journalists Program (VJP) Explore lesser known Sri Lanka Tour (09) 06 Days/ 5 Nights Program By Public Relation Division - SLTPB

2 Day 01 Airport / Colombo 45 Km 1 Hr Arrival in Sri Lanka, Welcome by representatives of Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau and transfer to Colombo. Colombo is a fascinating city, not only for its comfortable blend of East and West, but also for its vibrant mixture of the past and the present, east and the west.it is the Commercial Capital of the country, and is only 35 km south of the country's only International Airport. Many attractions, opportunities for shopping, availability of tasting a multitude of cuisine etc makes it an interesting city Undertake a City Tour including a Buddhist Temple, Dutch Wolvendhal Church, Old Dutch Hospital, a Hindu Temple, Town Hall, BMICH (Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall), Cinnamon Gardens, Prime residential area, replica of standing Buddha Statue and Nelum Pokuna, the Performing Arts Theatre and newly developed Parliament area. Overnight stay in Colombo Day 02 Colombo/ Dambulla / Habarana 225 Km 5 Hrs After breakfast transfer to Habarana via Dambulla En route visit the Dambulla Cave Temple considered being the largest painted caves in the world

3 With more than 22,000 sq ft of painted surfaces with many paintings, sculptures, statues of Lord Buddha, his disciples, Kings, Gods etc.en route visit a Local Spice Garden where Sri Lanka has been famous for over the years. Afternoon undertake a Safari at Minneriya National Park, best known for its large herds of Elephants (generally well over 100 elephants at a time nearby area of the Minneriya reservoir) Minneriya National Park situated around the reservoir of the same name in the south central area of the island. This park comprises of grasslands, Thorny scrubs and many valuable species of trees. Large herds of elephants, species of deer, wild boar, water buffalo and jackals are some of the wild animals found, along with a variety of avifauna that abounds the park. Overnight stay in Habarana Day 03 (29 th Jan 2016) Habarana/ Naula / Dambulla 67 Km 1 & ½ Hrs After morning breakfast at Hotel, transfer to Dethanagala also known as Arangala En route take a glance on world famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress

4 Sigiriya Rock Fortress Activity undertaking: Hiking, Trekking, photography, Scenery Arangala Rock is located with the Dambulla Kandy road. 793 Meters tall gigantic rocky mountain carries mysterious tails behind its rocks. The history of this mountain goes all the way over 3th Century BC during the period of King Walagambahu the Great. The rock mountain surrounded by the local sub-rural villages where most of the locals bred & butter is traditional Agriculture. Local lunch will be given during the hike. For the total combined hike & trekking will take about 4-5 hours On your way descending visit rural local village home, Pappy fields & agricultural farms En route visit ancient waamadilla lake. Experience the astonishing view Overnight stay in Dambulla

5 Day 04 Dambulla/ Rathota / Kandy 105 Km 3 & ½ Hrs After breakfast participate for a local agricultural activity (planting, composting, harvesting, etc.) Afterwards, leave for Rathota via Matale. Rathota is located in Malate District, Central Province, Sri Lanka. En route take a glance on amazing highland - hills covered with Tea and cascading Water Falls amidst breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. Lunch at local restaurant base on the locality (Sri Lankan or South Indian Style) Afternoon, take a Swim & refreshing bath near to a natural water fall. Unlike, urban prolusion here in highlands, all these resources are clean and safe. Clean water straight Waterfalls flowing down from the surrounding mountains. It will be a great experience for the adventure lovers to take a part of (optional) Transfer to Kandy Overnight stay in Kandy

6 Day 05 Kandy / Kitulgala/ Nuwara Eliya 135 Km 4 & ½ Hrs After breakfast in the morning, experience a bird eye view of the hill capital city. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha - by far the most important place of worship for Buddhists world over. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic Inside of the Temple Transfer to Kitulgala for White Water Rafting Expedition. This location may already be familiar to many due to its starring role as the beautiful main location for the 1957 Oscar-winning film, The Bridge on the River Kwai. White water rafting expedition along the picturesque Kelani River, 2 nd longest in the island. This activity for anyone above the age of 10 years. Safety gear, modern rafts and comprehensive safety briefing will be given by our instructors beforehand. Distance of rafting maybe vary up to 5 KM. Tours can be arranged for anything 1 hour to a half-day including lunch. Rafting in Kitulgala

7 Transfer to Nuwara Eliya En route visit a Tea Factory and a Plantation to witness the manufacturing process of world famous Ceylon Tea" and to taste a pure unblended cup of factory fresh tea before being sent to the Tea Auctions in Colombo leading to Export. Nuwara Eliya Tea Plucking Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya. Day 06 Nuwara Eliya / Ella / Airport 290 Km 7Hrs Early morning (packed breakfast) transfer Ella Ella is a beautiful small village in Sri Lanka's hill country with little more than a handful of shops, hotels and guesthouses, but it has an almost perfect climate and occupies a very scenic vantage point, with views on a fine day stretching right across the South Coast of Sri Lanka. Take a break to stop by at Ella and experience one of the most astonishing landscapes views in highlands. View from the Mini Adam s Peak in Ella Undertake Hike towards Midi Adam s Peak Ella Transfer to the Bandaranayke International Airport for the Departure

8 End of all Services Note: - All accommodation will be provided in Star class hotels - Above given tour itinerary can be slightly adjust depend on the given flight arrival & departure schedules. - Above given journey time might be changed base on the road traffic & developments at the time of travel Participants will not be allow to change the given itinerary due to any personal circumstances, unless of any sicknesses or injury The provided services include: - Accommodation on Half Board basis (Breakfast & Dinner Only) at all mentioned hotels - Transportation in A/C vehicle throughout the journey - Services of a English Speaking Guide - Entrance fees at all sites visited mentioned in the itinerary The provided services do not include: - Lunch (Assigned guide will recommend & assist to find suitable dining venues base on specific preferences ) - Liquor / Alcoholic Beverages - Soft drinks - Tips - Personal expenses (Laundry, telephone call) - Snacks - Extras: : Payment direct by guests prior departure - -