Sri Lanka - The Unexplored Wonders

Sri Lanka – The Unexplored Wonders

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Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon and officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in South Asia. It lies in the Indian Ocean, southwest of the Bay of Bengal, separated from the Indian peninsula by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait. Sri Lanka shares a maritime border with the Maldives in the south-west and India in the north-west.

Sri Lanka has a population of approximately 22 million people and is home to many cultures, languages, and ethnicities. The Sinhalese people form the majority of the nation’s population, followed by the Tamils, who are the largest minority group and are concentrated in northern Sri Lanka; both groups have played an influential role in the island’s history. Other long-established groups include the Moors, Indian Tamils, Burghers, Malays, Chinese, and Vedda.

Sri Lanka’s documented history goes back 3,000 years, with evidence of prehistoric human settlements that dates back 125,000 years. The earliest known Buddhist writings of Sri Lanka, known collectively as the Pāli canon, date to the fourth Buddhist council, which took place in 29 BCE. Also called the Teardrop of India, or the Granary of the East, Sri Lanka’s geographic location and deep harbours have made it of great strategic importance, from the earliest days of the ancient Silk Road trade route to today’s so-called maritime Silk Road. Because its location made it a major trading hub, it was already known to both East Asians and Europeans as long ago as the Anuradhapura period.

In this tour, The Vacation Studio will help you to explore the popular, famous locations along with some of the most unique, unheard of, unknown and unseen regions of Sri Lanka. Strating from Bentota beach area, the tour takes you across greener side of Sri Lanka which are Yala, Ella, Hatton, before heading towards Nuwara Eliya, Kandy, Dambulla, Trincomalee, and finally concluding the tour at Negombo.

Whale watching in Mirissa, staying at a Campsite in Yala, Safari tour in Yala national park, Climbing the Adam’s Peak in the night, walking by the side of Gregory Lake and taking a boat ride, Visiting the ancient city of Anuradhapura are some of the experiences that are offered in this tour.

13 Nights / 14 Days

Adventure

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Tour Duration

13 Nights / 14 Days
Best Season

January to April & August to October
Cities Covered

Bentota, Yala, Ella, Hatton, Nuwara Eliya, Kandy, Dambulla, Trincomalee, Negombo
Tour Category

TVS Exclusive

Tour Highlights

Best of Sri Lanka

Day 1 - Arrival at Bentota

On arrival in Sri Lanka, you will be met and assisted by Airport Representative, who will direct you to your guide and you will be transferred to Bentota. Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon. Dinner & overnight stay in Bentota

Day 2 - Enjoy Bentota Beach Area

Breakfast at hotel. Take part in various water sports activities and spend the day on the beach. Rest of the day is free by your own. Dinner & overnight stay in Bentota.

Day 3 - Bentota - Yala

Early morning collects the packed breakfast from the hotel and proceed to Mirissa. Enjoy Whale watching in Mirissa Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa is one of the most exciting water activities you can do during your holiday in Sri Lanka. Often spotted blue whales are the biggest animals in the world and Mirissa is the best place for whale. After whale watching proceed to Yala. Situated in Sri Lanka’s south-east hugging the panoramic Indian Ocean, Yala was designated a wildlife sanctuary in 1900 and was designated a national park in 1938. Dinner & overnight stay in a Campsite in Yala.

Day 4 - Full Day Safari at Yala

Collect the packed breakfast from the hotel Proceed with full day safari tour in Yala national park. The Yala National Park in southern Sri Lanka has the world's highest concentration of leopards. Much of the nature reserve is parkland, but it also includes jungle, beaches, freshwater lakes and rivers and scrubland. Dinner & overnight stay in a Campsite in Yala.

Day 5 - The Yala - Ella Journey

After breakfast at hotel Check-out from the hotel and proceed to Ella. The area has a rich biodiversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. The Ella Gap allows views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka. On a sunny morning, you can even see the glow from the lighthouses along the southern coast. Take part in adventure activities in Ella These outdoor activities are designed for those who seek both unspoiled jungles setting and the chance to indulge in a range of challenging outdoor activities. Dinner & overnight stay in Ella.

Day 6 & 7 - Ealla - Hatton Scenic Train Journey

Breakfast at the Hotel. Then check out from hotel. Proceed to Railway station to catch the train from Ella to Hatton (Subject to availability) The Ella to Hatton train journey is said to be one of the most scenic, epic train journeys in not only just Sri Lanka but the world. You can experience some part of this worldrenowned train journey. Arrive at Hatton. Hatton is a small town tucked away in the hills of Sri Lanka. Since Hatton is 4,170ft above sea level, it is much cooler than the rest of the island and was a favorable holiday spot for the British. Check-in to the hotel in Hatton and refresh. Start climbing the Adam’s Peak in the night Adam's Peak, or Sri Pada as known in Sri Lanka, is a mountain 2243m high in the south of the central highlands. The mountain features a rock formation that is considered as the footprint of Buddha for Buddhist, Shiva for Hindus and Adam for Muslims and Christians. Descend in the morning after seeing the sunrise. Breakfast at the hotel in Hatton. Thereafter proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Nuwara Eliya Also known as “Little England”, the scenic town of Nuwara Eliya lies nestled in a valley more than 2500m above sea level and is surrounded by misty mountain ranges covered in pine forests and tea cultivations In the afternoon walk by the side of Gregory Lake and take a boat ride Dinner & overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

Day 8 - Visit Horton Plains & Day at Leisure in Nuwara Eliya

Breakfast at the Hotel Visit Horton Plains in the morning The Plateau, at an altitude of 2100-2,300 meters, is an 'important bird area.' Many species, not only endemic to Sri Lanka but confined only to the Horton Plains can be seen. Very interesting and scenic hike to The World’s End and the Baker’s Falls which are popular sites in the park. Dinner & overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

Day 9 - Nuwara Eliya - Kandy

Breakfast at hotel. Check out from the hotel and proceed to Kandy En route visit Tea Plantations Sri Lanka is renowned for being one of the finest tea makers in the world, today you can experience the making and the taste of best tea produced to satisfy the hearts of millions across the globe. Arrive at Kandy. The hill capital of Kandy, the last stronghold of Sinhala kings against the British Empire, lies picturesquely surrounded by mountains and rivers just 115 km away from Colombo. Proceed with Kandy City & Shopping tour in the afternoon Kandy not only is Sri Lanka's second largest city, but also a great place for shopping for local spices and souvenirs. Visit Kandy Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha Dinner & overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 10 - Kandy - Dambulla

Breakfast at hotel. Check-out from the hotel and proceed to Dambulla en route visit Spice Gardens in Matale. Then proceed for Dambulla. Dambulla is a large town, situated in the Matale District, Central Province of Sri Lanka, 148 km north-east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy. Hotel check. In the afternoon climb Sigiriya Sigiriya is a magnificent rock fortress built in the 5th century A.D. Sigiriya is, in fact, the best-preserved city center in Asia from the first millennium and has been named as a world heritage site. Dinner & overnight stay in Dambulla.

Day 11 - Dambulla - Trincomalee

Breakfast at the hotel Check-out from the hotel and proceed to Trincomalee. Trincomalee, one of the finest natural deep-water harbors in the world is located 257 km north-east of Colombo. Trincomalee is home to the fine beaches of Nilaveli, Uppuveli and the off-shore Pigeon Island. Dinner & overnight stay in Trincomalee.

Day 12 - At Leisure in Trincomalee

Breakfast at the hotel Take part in Water Sport activities. Optional Tours at additional cost - Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Deep-Sea fishing & kayaking are some of the activities you can do in Trincomalee. Visit Pigeon Island (Optional) Pigeon Island is a treat for visitors with its stunning landscapes and one of Sri Lanka’s two marine national parks. Dinner & overnight stay in Trincomalee.

Day 13 - Trincomalee to Negombo

Breakfast at the hotel Check out from the hotel and proceed to Negombo En route visit Anuradhapura ancient city from stunning rock carvings and temples to giant stone pillars, history lovers are in for a rare treat at Anuradhapura, the first capital of ancient Sri Lanka. Arrive at Negombo. Negombo is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in Western Province, Sri Lanka. Dinner & overnight stay in Negombo.

Day 14 - Trincomalee - Negombo

Breakfast at hotel. Then Check out and proceed for Colombo Airport for the final departure.

Sri Lanka – The Unexplored Wonders