Travel Information
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Colombo
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Colombo
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English
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Breakfast
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All year
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Easy
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Family, Individual
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Culture, Nature
Overview
Trincomalee Beach – Kumana National Park – Ella – Tea Plantation – Horton Plains – Ancient City
Highlights
- Ancient City of Anuradhapura
- Visit a fishermen village
- Kumana National Park
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Colombo - Negombo
On arrival at the Colombo Bandaranayake International Airport, you will be driven to the city of Negombo to your homestay, situated along the coasts, 7km from the airport. Do a city tour covering Pristine Golden Beach, Dutch Fort House Prison, Negombo Lagoon, Fishermen’s Huts, Hamilton Canal, Neoclassical St. Mary’s Church, Vivid Religious Paintings, etc.
Overnight: Negombo
Day 2 :
Ancient City Of Anuradhapura
Travel back in time as you explore the ancient city of Anuradhapura. Meander amongst the age-old dagobas (brick stupas) which rival only the pyramids of Giza in size amongst the structures of old, the crumbling monastic buildings, and the vast Pokunas (pools). Hidden away in the dense jungle, this 4th-century religious and political capital persevered for 1300 years before it was abandoned. Today, this sprawling city still serves as a religious centre and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After an eventful day, turn in to your homestay for your overnight stay in Anuradhapura.
Overnight: Anuradhapura
Day 3 :
Trincomalee – Kuchaveli fishermen village
Transfer to Trincomalee. In the afternoon, you will visit the little coastal village - Kuchchaveli. A breathtaking beach destination, Kuchchaveli is a vision of paradise; its secluded beach affords captivating sunsets and wonderful strolls along the clear, soft sand. Dip your toes in the cool water as you gaze upon the vast expanse of turquoise waters - offering an air of serenity and tranquility for a relaxing holiday.
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 4 :
Trincomalee – Leisure Day
You can use this day for leisure and relax at the beach or explore the surroundings.
The port city of Trincomalee has been a focal point of trade and a place of Hindu pilgrimage dating back to 400 B.C. Enter the Fort Frederick, which hosts many popular tourist destinations. This fort, built by the Portuguese in 1623, was subsequently used by the Dutch and British as a naval base. Entering via the fort, behold the famed Koneswaram Kovil (temple) built atop the Swami rock by a cliff where pilgrims from across the world gather to pay homage to the Hindu God, Lord Shiva. Visit the popular lover’s leap, which hosts a monument that speaks of perhaps a more tragic than a romantic tale of the daughter of a Dutch General who leaped into the ocean to her death.
Overnight: Trincomalee
Day 5 :
Arugam Bay Beach
You’ll never be able to get enough of the infamous beaches of Sri Lanka - least of all Arugam Bay, which you will depart for after breakfast. Kick back, relax and have a drink in the spectacular surroundings.
Overnight: Whiskey Point
Day 6 :
Kumana National Park
Hit the beach post breakfast to find the perfect surfing conditions at the 4th best windsurfing location in Southeast Asia and the 10th-best location in the world. What better way to kick start your day than with the roar of the waves and the wind in your hair? Venture through the wilderness of Kumana, the 2nd largest National Park in Sri Lanka, on an exciting safari in search of, among other species, slinking leopards, majestic elephants, and hundreds of rare species of migratory and endemic birds.
Overnight: Whiskey Point
Day 7 :
Bicycle Tour in Ella
After breakfast, we are going to Ella (approx. 3 hours drive) for a spellbinding experience, as you are taken around the hills, through the lush, green tea plantations, into the clouds, and through the tunnels of the salubrious hill country of Sri Lanka. The small town of Ella, nestled amidst the green, misty hills, serves as the ideal retreat from your busy lifestyle. Keep this day completely free for you to explore Ella as you see fit. We are always available to help you with any arrangements or information you require.
Overnight: Ella
Day 8 :
Tea Factory
After breakfast we drive to Nuwara Eliya, travel through the winding green hills to the salubrious, misty hills of Nuwara Eliya - a prominent tourist and local holiday destination, assuring you tranquillity and relaxation amidst the exhilarating vista of tea plantations, waterfalls, and lakes. Enroute, visit a tea factory to witness the tea industry of the island, as Sri- Lanka is one of the largest producers and exporters of tea in the world.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Day 9 :
Horton Plains - Kandy
Early in the morning at 5 am, you will be driven to the 20 km far away Horton Plains National Park to start at the opening time at 6 am the hike crossing the Baker’s Falls till the World’s End Drop. This hike is 9 km long and will take around 3 hours.
After the hike, take the train for Kandy, through the beautiful scenery to the second largest city in Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, due to its rich, vibrant culture and history. This historic city was the Royal Capital during the 16th century and maintains its sanctified glory predominantly because of the sacred temples. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, lined with large processions of devotees seeking the blessings of their Lord. Built in the 16th century, the temple has remained to be the most blessed site for Buddhists on the island as it holds Lord Buddha’s relic—a tooth.
After breakfast we drive to Nuwara Eliya, travel through the winding green hills to the salubrious, misty hills of Nuwara Eliya - a prominent tourist and local holiday destination, assuring you tranquillity and relaxation amidst the exhilarating vista of tea plantations, waterfalls, and lakes. Enroute, visit a tea factory to witness the tea industry of the island, as Sri- Lanka is one of the largest producers and exporters of tea in the world.
Overnight: Kandy
Day 10 :
Train trip to Colombo
Train trip to Colombo. Do a 2-hour city tour in the capital of Sri Lanka.
Overnight: Colombo
Day 11 :
Departure
You can spend the day as you want until your transfer to the airport.
Accommodation
Homestay option on our tours are primarily family run home stays, farm stays or eco friendly small hotels. The meals in the accommodation is primarily sourced locally or organically grown in the own garden and the large number of dishes on the menus are home made.
We work together with a variety of different homestays and eco hotels. Their room availability will be checked at your booking. If one accommodation is already fully booked, you will stay in a similar accommodation of the same category.
What's Included
Included
- 10 nights accommodation according tour plan
- Meals according tour plan (10 x Breakfast, 10 x Dinner)
- Transportation with chauffeur guide from arrival through departure (A/C Coach, Bus)
- English speaking guide
- Taxes
Not Included
- International Flights
- Entrance fees for the mentioned sites. Kumana National Park, Horton Plains National Park, Temple of Tooth Relic, Kandy City Tour, Colombo City Tour
- Other meals and drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Visa (approx. 35 USD
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the tours start and end?
Usually we pick you up from the international airport in Colombo and bring you back at your departure time. If your arrival- or departure time is earlier or later than the tour start or end, we can arrange you the pick-up and bring service to the airport. If you arrive earlier or depart later than the tour dates, we will arrange an accommodation for you.
