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From Colombo: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella 3-Day Trip & Train Ride

1. From Colombo: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella 3-Day Trip & Train Ride

Discover the natural beauty and inspiring culture of Sri Lanka on a 3-day trip departing from Negombo. Visit landmarks such as Sigiriya, the Dambulla Cave Temple, and the Udawalawe National Park. Enjoy a hotel pickup and drop-off, accommodation, and some meals included Day 1 : COLOMBO – SIGIRIYA – KANDY Sigiriya Museum This decent museum has a fine diorama of the site, providing an excellent overview and explaining Sigiriya's cultural importance beyond the obvious natural beauty. The theory that Sigiriya was a Buddhist monastery is given here, although the established position that it was a palace or fortress prevails. Dambulla Cave Temple Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometers east of Colombo and 72 kilometers north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress Rising dramatically from the central plains, the enigmatic rocky outcrop of Sigiriya is perhaps Sri Lanka's single most dramatic sight. Near-vertical walls soar to a flat-topped summit that contains the ruins of an ancient civilization, thought to be once the epicenter of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa, and there are spellbinding vistas across mist-wrapped forests in the early morning. Overnight Stay at Royal Kandyan or Similar Hotel Day 2 KANDY-NUWARA ELIYA- ELLA Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. During puja(offerings or prayers), the heavily guarded room housing the tooth is open to devotees and tourists. However, you don’t actually see the tooth. It’s kept in a gold casket shaped like a dagoba (stupa), which contains a series of six dagoba caskets of diminishing size. As well as the revered main temple, the complex includes a series of smaller temples, shrines and museums. Glenloch Tea Factory Glenloch Tea Factory situated in Nuwara Eliya District at Katukithula on the way to Nuwara Eliya from Kandy. Glenloch tea plantation at Katukithula are been maintain using all the correct method of planting, Soil conversation and Maneuvering. Sri Lanka Become the bets land of most renowned beverage of the world. Sri Lanka silvering water falls process naturally the beauty of nature Ramboda Waterfall Ramboda Falls is 109 m high and 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 729th highest waterfall in the world. It is situated in Pussellawa area, on the A5 highway at Ramboda Pass. If intrested can be do an Train Ride from Nanu Oya - Ella Overnight Stay Day 3 Ella City Tour – Udawalawe National Park - Colombo Little Adams Peak whether considering the word ‘Little’,it is named after the sacred Adams Peak Nine Arches Bridge The Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is on the Demodara loop and spans 91 meters at a height of 24m. The beautiful nine arches make it a very picturesque spot especially as it is located in a dense jungle and agricultural setting Udawalawe National Park This park is home to several hundred elephants and other rare plants and wildlife We can arrange Drop Colombo Or Negombo or Airport

From Western Province: 2-Day Hill Country Highlights Trip

2. From Western Province: 2-Day Hill Country Highlights Trip

This 2 days Sri Lanka tour is planned with some of the most interesting activities such as the hill country blue train ride, wildlife safari of Udawalawe national park, watching sea turtles in the sea off Hikkaduwa, visiting the hill country resort of Ella, guided walking tour to explore the Galle fort, Visiting scenic tea plantations, Visiting tea factory in Nuwara Eliya and watching beautiful waterfalls. The tour covers the most scenic Sri Lanka hill country, west coast beaches, and south coast wildlife park and you will be able to see the highest peak of Sri Lanka, Pidurutalagala and the beautiful city of Nuwara Eliya. Start your trip from the beach and travel to the highest city in Sri Lanka which sits 2800 meters above sea level. Day 1 The 2 days tour kicks off from your hotel on the west coast and you travel along the scenic west coast beach of Sri Lanka. First, stop at Hikkaduwa beach to see the sea turtles coming to the shores of Hikkaduwa. later proceed to Galle fort and take part in a guided walk within the fort to see the well-preserved building and monuments built during the medieval time. After visiting Galle fort drive to Udawalawe national park, where yuo will do a safari to see a large herd of wild elephants and many other animals such as crocodiles, wild buffalo, deer, wild boar, mungo, monitors, monkeys and many species of birds. Dinner and overnight stay in Ella Day 2 After breakfast at 08.45 AM, leave for Ella railway station. You will be guided to your seats in the hill country train by your guide. The hill country train journey lasts about 2 hor 30 minutes and covers the most scenic part of the hill country train ride in Sri Lanka. You will be collected by your guide upon reaching the Nanu Oya railway station. Later drive to a scenic tea plantation and factory in Nuwara Eliya, en-route stop at Gregory lake esplanade. The tea factory visit lasts about 1 hour and afterwards proceed to your hotel on the west coast. End of the tour

Sri Lanka 7 days beaten path tour

3. Sri Lanka 7 days beaten path tour

This 7-day Sri Lanka tour gives you a complete picture of Sri Lanka from historical temples, palaces, and other monuments in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka to breathtaking scenery with waterfalls, mountains, and tea gardens in the hill country. The 7 days trip also gives you access to Yala national park, where you spot elusive leopards, bears, elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, buffaloes, and many other creatures. The tour wind-up with an overnight stay on the west coast beach resort giving you time to relax. Day 1 Meet your driver and proceed to your hotel in Dambulla. You will visit a 1st century BC ancient temple today, Dambulla golden temple, and witness more than a hundred ancient Buddha statues and paintings. Later Check-in at the hotel and leisure. Overnight stay in Dambulla. Day 2 After a leisurely breakfast, climb the Sigiriya rock fortress and see the site of the palace of King Kassapa, who lived in the palace in the 5th century AD. Today you can see his swimming pool, granite throne, and other ancient constructions. Later proceed to the historical city of Polonnaruwa and take the city tour. 3 hours city tour gives you an opportunity to witness temples, Buddha statues, gardens, the king's place, and many other important monuments. Overnight stay in Dambulla. Day 3 After a leisurely breakfast, proceed to the hotel in Kandy. En route, visit a spice garden. In the afternoon Kandy city and a walking tour, visit the temple of the tooth relic, Peradeniya botanical garden, and witness the Kandyan cultural show. Overnight stay in Kandy. Day 4 After an early morning breakfast, head to Kandy railway station and board the train to Nuwara Eliya. The hill country train journey lasts about 4 hours and is one of the most scenic train trips in the world. Immerse yourself in the captivating mountain scenery along the way. Later visit tea plantations and tea factory and the Nuwara Eliya city tour follows. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya. Day 5 After breakfast, head to the South coast wildlife park, Yala national park, en-route stop at Ravana Waterfalls and Sita Amman temple. In the afternoon Yala national park safari. Yala national park is the most popular wildlife park in Sri Lanka for wildlife tours and visitors can witness a large number of wild animals during the safari such as leopards, elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, wild buffaloes, etc. Overnight stay in Yala. Day 6 After a leisurely breakfast, leave for the hotel in Bentota. en-route walking tour of it Galle Fort, and a boat safari of the mangrove lagoon in Bentota ( Madu River estuary). Overnight stay in Kalutara/Bentota. Day 7 After a leisurely breakfast leave for Colombo. Your driver will drop you off at your hotel or the airport after your Colombo sightseeing tour. Your Colombo sightseeing tour includes Gangarama temple, Simamalaka, Viharamahadevi Park, Cinnamon Garden, Independence memorial hall, Galle face green, and town hall.

From Bentota: 2-Day Hill Country Tour

4. From Bentota: 2-Day Hill Country Tour

Start your journey 6:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in Bentota. Meet your chauffeur guide who will escort you to your air-conditioned vehicle, before proceeding to Nuwara Eliya where you will check-in at the hotel. After resting up at the hotel after the drive, visit a tea factory and take a guided tour through the estate to learn more about the varieties, processing methods, and qualities of tea. Here you will see how the world-famous “Ceylon Tea” is manufactured.  Afterwards, return to the town of Nuwara Eliya. Explore the premium holiday resort town of the British, which was especially popular during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Wander through the streets with their pretty little cottages, quaint villas, and beautiful mansions. See the old red-bricked post-office, with the option of purchasing an inexpensive and colorful postcard to take home or send to your friends. After discovering the town, relax at Queen Victoria Park or on the nearby shores of Lake Gregory. Return to the hotel and rest for the night to complete the first day of the excursion. On the second day, rise early in the morning to travel to Horton Plains National Park in Ohiya for a hike.  Explore its montane grasslands and cloud forests. Enjoy the majestic views from the precipice of World's End and the cooling water sprays from Baker's Falls. Catch glimpses of the many endemic faunae that make their home in the plains. Get to know more about the archaeological finds that were discovered in the area. Upon completion of the hike, return to the hotel, relax, check out, and proceed back to your hotel in Bentota. Travel time will take approximately 6 hours.

From Colombo: Private Overnight Trip to Nuwara Eliya

5. From Colombo: Private Overnight Trip to Nuwara Eliya

Venture through the central hills of Nuwara Eliya, including visits to the Spice Garden, Pedro Tea Factory, Lake Gregory, and Horton Plains National Park, entry tickets included. Enjoy an overnight stay and breakfast at a 3-star Nuwara Eliya hotel. Day 1After pickup from your accommodation or airport, make your way to Nuwara Eliya. En-route, visit the Spice Garden, then step into the heart of the tea industry during a visit to a tea factory and plantation. On your way, you’ll see acres of greenery, tea plantations all around, and tea pluckers hard at work on the slopes in their colorful saris. During your visit to the tea plantation, enter the tea factory and get a glimpse into the manufacturing of Ceylon tea. In the evening, explore the city. The town of Nuwara Eliya enjoys spring-like weather throughout the year and was a favorite retreat of the British during colonial times. You’ll see the town streets are dotted with English country-style houses and half-timbered bungalows. Follow your guide to the oasis of Victoria Park, a popular spot amongst birdwatchers at quieter times because of the ample opportunities to see various species. Stop at Gregory Lake, which was constructed during the period of British Governor Sir William Gregory in 1873. After your city tour, stay overnight at a 3-star Nuwara Eliya hotel on a bed and breakfast basis. Day 2Make a pre-dawn start, grab a packed breakfast from the hotel, and proceed to Horton Plains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, join a guided walk along the nature trails to a viewpoint known as World’s End. See a variety of wildlife, including the endemic rhino-horned and hump-nosed lizards and highland bird species including the Sri Lanka white-eye, dull-blue flycatcher, Sri Lanka bush warbler, yellow-eared bulbul, and more. As you explore, keep an eye out for troops of bear monkeys and sambars (Sri Lanka’s largest species of deer), which are regularly seen on the plains close to the entrance. At the conclusion of your second day, head back to your pickup location for drop-off.

Yala National Park: 3-Day Private Luxury Glamping Experience

6. Yala National Park: 3-Day Private Luxury Glamping Experience

Immerse yourself in the nature of South Asia and embark on a glamping adventure at the 2nd largest national park in Sri Lanka, Yala. Upon arrival at Tissamarama, check into your luxurious campsite and get acquainted with the onsite amenities. Spend some time to relax, savor a delicious lunch at the campsite’s main restaurant or at one of the many outdoor locations. Venture out into the wilderness on a game drive to explore the natural landscapes of Sri Lanka. Keep an eye out as you look for leopards in their natural habitat. Afterward, head back to camp and freshen up before drinks, appetizers, and a delicious meal around the campfire. Wake up to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee, leave the campsite, and trek through thick bushes with pathway access to a wonderful lake that offers breathtaking views and bird watching opportunities. Encounter elephants, deer, palm squirrels, wild boar, both endemic and migratory birds, butterflies, and land monitors slithering around the lake. Listen to singing birds while you eat breakfast by a private lake. Return to camp for lunch before heading out on a game drive at Bundala National Park which harbors a rich birdlife, including several species of migratory waterfowl. Take an alfresco shower followed by drinks and appetizers around the campfire before tucking into a BBQ meal. Leave for a morning game drive before breakfast. After a refreshing breakfast, check out and return to your hotel.

Central Sri Lanka: Ramboda Falls and Tea Factory Tour

7. Central Sri Lanka: Ramboda Falls and Tea Factory Tour

Visit the Ramboda Falls and a Tea Factory with a guided tour through a tea estate and learn more about the varieties, processing methods and qualities of tea. Later go on a scenic tour in Nuwara Eliya City, the highland city that was the premium holiday resort town of the British in the 19th and early 20th centuries.  Enjoy walking through the streets with their pretty little cottages, quaint villas and beautiful mansions. Make memories in the old red-bricked post office and relax at Queen Victoria Park or on the shores of Lake Gregory. Visit the beautiful Horton Plains National Park in Ohiya, with its montane grasslands and cloud forests. Enjoy the majestic views from the precipice of World's End and the cooling sprays from Baker's Falls. Catch glimpses of the many endemic fauna that make their home in the plains. Get to know more about the archaeological finds that were discovered in the area.

From Colombo: 2-Day Tour with Jungle Trek & National Park

8. From Colombo: 2-Day Tour with Jungle Trek & National Park

The ultimate opportunity to immerse in Sri Lanka's fascinating wildlife and enjoy the breathtaking Sri Lanka hills country scenery on the world-popular blue train journey from Ella to Nuwara Eliya. This 2-day Sri Lanka tour is planned to visit Sri Lanka's south coast and the hill country. The tour includes the virgin rainforest of Sinharaja and the trip includes one of the most popular national parks of Sri Lanka, Udawalawe national park. The hill country blue train journey is a highlight for most travellers and it allows the travellers to see some of the most beautiful scenery on the island. The tour includes many activities including the hill country blue train journey from Ella to Nuwara Eliya, the wildlife safari of Udawalawe national park, the guided rainforest trek of Sinharaja, a tea plantation visit, visiting waterfall, visiting the hill country resort of Ella, visiting scenic tea plantations, and visiting tea factory in Nuwara Eliya. The tour covers the most scenic Sri Lanka hill country, south coast scenic countryside, and south coast wildlife park and you will be able to see the highest peak of Sri Lanka, Pidurutalagala and the beautiful city of Nuwara Eliya. Start your trip from the west coast and travel to the highest elevated city in Sri Lanka which sits 2800 meters above sea level. Day 1 The 2 days tour kicks off from your hotel on the west coast and you will cut through the scenic countryside of Sri Lanka's low country. It would take about 2 hours for you to reach the Sinharaja rainforest. Later our nature guide will show you fascinating trees, plants, veins, birds, waterfalls, and many other creatures that reside in the forest, during the rainforest trekking. Your jungle trek lasts 3-4 hours. After the rainforest trekking proceed further into the interior of the island to reach Udawalawe national park. Your Udawalawe National Park safari lasts 4 hours and it allows you to see many fascinating wild creatures such as Elephants, Bear, crocodiles, jackals, monitors, mungoes, wild buffaloes, deer, birds and we ll as many other creatures. After the Udawlawe safari proceed to the popular hill country resort of Ella. Check-in at the hotel and leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Ella Day 2 Early morning board the Colombo bound hill country train for Ella railway station. Your scenic rail journey lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes. You will be guided to your seats in the hill country blue train by your guide. During the trip, you will touch the most scenic part of the hill country blue train journey and you will pass a tea plantation, patches of forest, vegetable plots, and green-capped mountains, isolated villages.. You will be collected by your guide upon reaching the Nanu Oya railway station. Later drive to a scenic tea plantation and factory in Nuwara Eliya, en-route stop at Gregory lake esplanade. The tea factory visit lasts about 1 hour and afterwards proceed to your hotel on the west coast. End of the tour

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