Tropical Bliss Tour
AIRPORT – NEGOMBO
Day 1Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport to a warm welcome from your chauffeur guide who will transfer you to your first stop in Negombo just six kilometres away. Negombo has many sights and sounds on offer. From its wide beach dotted with restaurants and bars perfect for watching the stunning sunsets, a lagoon teeming with delicious crabs and prawns, its Portuguese and Dutch era fort and religious architecture, and the Hamilton Canal where one can enjoy a meandering boat ride. Alternatively, simply lounge at the beach and enjoy some cold beverages and a special gourmet feast of a complimentary mixed seafood platter.
NEGOMBO – HABARANA
Day 2After breakfast depart Negombo to Habarana – the hub of Sri Lanka’s astonishing cultural triangle. On arrival at your hotel, you could choose to relax and lounge by the pool, or speak to your chauffeur guide to venture out on a guided trek through the village of Hiriwaduna for an authentic Sri Lankan village experience through the picturesque countryside. A bullock cart ride, and a catamaran ride on the lake are also included as well as a home cooked tropical lunch with a local family, and a visit to a local farmer for a look at the fresh produce and their simplistic way of life.
HABARANA – SIGIRIYA – POLONNARUWA
Day 3After breakfast, travel to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress – the imposing ancient royal citadel in the jungle and climb up to walk among the ruins of the palace of King Kassapa while enjoying the amazing vistas of the surrounding wilderness. From there, head to the beautiful forested Polonnaruwa archaeological park and its stunning list of ancient structures – palaces, temples, tombs, and stupas. Head back to the hotel for some rest and relaxation by the pool, or optionally try out a jeep safari to the Minneriya National Park to see herds of wild elephant. Additionally, an elephant back safari through the Habarana Lake can be perfect as a sunset excursion.
HABARANA – DAMBULLA – KANDY
Day 4After breakfast, set out for the hill capital Kandy, and stop by in Dambulla for a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Dambulla Golden Temple, with its beautifully preserved examples of Buddhist art and sculpture within its extensive gold cave complex. In transit to Kandy, stop at Matale for a leisurely walk through one of Sri Lanka’s famous spice gardens, home to the worlds’ highest quality cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms, pepper and other exotic spices. Arrive in Kandy and check in to your hotel where you could either relax or venture out on a leisurely stroll through the town.
KANDY – PINNAWALA – PERADENIYA
Day 5After breakfast, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and view orphaned and disabled elephants being cared for and rehabilitated. Enjoy lunch while watching the elephants bathe in the Mahaweli River. After lunch head to the stunning Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya for a walk through some of the finest specimens of botanical life in the near 200 year old gardens. Spread around 59 hectares it boasts over 4000 species of tropical plants and trees. In the evening take a city tour of Kandy and view a special cultural music and dance performance before visiting the Temple of the Tooth.
KANDY – RAMBODA – NUWARA ELIYA
Day 6After breakfast, head out to the colonial hill station of Nuwara Eliya – the heartland of Ceylon Tea, and called Little England due to its cool climes and misty mountains popular among expats in colonial times. On the way, stop by at the stunning Ramboda Falls and hike up to the top for some amazing natural scenery. Afterwards visit a traditional tea factory and watch the tea pluckers at work. Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and take a walk around town, visit the Anglican Chapel, colonial golf club, and Lake Gregory.
NUWARA ELIYA – ELLA
Day 7After breakfast at the hotel, your chauffeur will drive you to the Nanu Oya Train Station to begin a magical train journey through the winding misty hills to Ella, where he will await you for transfer to your hotel. After lunch, stroll through Ella town, or choose from the many sights on offer such as the famed Ella Gap, the Nine Arches Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, or Ella Rock for scintillating vistas.
ELLA – YALA
Day 8Depart Ella after breakfast for the Yala National Park, and arrive at your hotel by lunchtime, after which you may spend your day resting by the pool and readying yourself for the excitement of a spectacular wildlife adventure to come the following day.
YALA – GALLE – SOUTH BEACH
Day 9After breakfast head out on an early morning game drive before departing Yala for the sunny beaches and warm crystal clear waters of southern Sri Lanka, and stop by in the city of Galle – a former Dutch colonial bastion. The city is built around the imposing Galle Fort – a beautifully preserved “city within a city” full of quaint restaurants, curio shops and colonial architecture. Afterwards head to your hotel at the south beach of your choice.
GALLE – SOUTH BEACH LEISURE
Day 10After breakfast, spend your day on the beach enjoying the exotic beverages and cuisine in complete privacy and seclusion, or try out the many optional aquatic activities on offer such as snorkelling, whale watching, jet scooter rides, wind surfing and water skiing as per your liking.
GALLE – COLOMBO – AIRPORT
Day 11Having come to the end of an exciting and adventure-filled holiday, your personal Chauffeur Guide will drive you after breakfast to the commercial capital of Colombo where you can indulge in some last minute shopping before catching your flight home. Farewell and see you again soon!
Everything Taken Care Of
Our Classic Sri Lanka tours include premium transport, chauffeur guides, verified hotel stays with half-board dining, and entry passes to all heritage monuments.
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