Discovery Tour of Sri Lanka
9 Nights / 10 Days
From USD 942 Per Person (Triple Sharing)
Package ID: TAT012

Discover the -Wonder of Asia- in 10 fun filled exciting days. Visit World Heritage sites such as Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Rock Temple, Polonnaruwa Kingdom, Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, Dutch Fortress in Galle and Horton Plains up in the hills. See Elephants in the wild and also under human care in Elephant orphanages. Spot the elusive Leopard in the Yala National Park. Experience a land like no other - Sun & Sand, Heritage, Culture, Hill Country, Wet Lands, Wild Life and so much more.

DAY 01

On arrival you will be met and welcomed by the representative of Tropical Asia Tours, and then you will be transferred to the hotel in Negombo. (Travel time from Airport to Negombo approx.: 20 min)

After check-in at the hotel, you will have ample time to relax and freshen up prior to the evening visit of the city of Negombo.

Overnight stay in Negombo.

What to Do & See

Negombo

Accomodation

Goldi Sands Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 02

After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya OR Dambulla, en-route visit the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala and the Golden Cave Temple in Dambulla. (Travel time from Negombo to Pinnawala is approx. 2 ½ hrs & from Pinnawala to Dambulla is approx. 3 hrs.)

After check-in at the hotel, you will have ample time to relax and freshen up prior to the evening visit of the city of Negombo.



What to Do & See

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage   Dambulla Cave Temple

Accomodation

Fresco Water Villa or similar hotel

DAY 03

After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya to climb and explore the Rock Fortress in Sigiriya. On completion proceed to Polonnaruwa - the second ancient capital of Sri Lanka and commence sightseeing. (Travel time from Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa approx. 1 hr.)

On completion return to Sigiriya.

Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

What to Do & See

Sigiriya Kingdom   Polonnaruwa

Accomodation

Fresco Water Villa or similar hotel

DAY 04

After breakfast check-out and proceed to Kandy, en-route visit a Spice Garden in Matale.

On completion return to Sigiriya.

Overnight stay in Kandy

What to Do & See

Spice Garden in Matale   Temple of the Tooth Relic   Cultural Dance performance

Accomodation

Hotel Hill Top or similar hotel

DAY 05

After breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya, en route visit a Tea Factory for a first-hand experience in the whole production process of Ceylon tea, reputed to be the best in the world. (Travel time from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya approx. 2 hrs.)



Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

What to Do & See

Tea Factory

Accomodation

Galway Forest Lodge or similar hotel

DAY 06

After breakfast you will leave to visit the Horton Plains National Park. (Travel time from Nuwara Eliya to Horton Plains approx.:1 hr.)



Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

What to Do & See

Horton Plains National Park.   Hakgala Botanical Gardens.

Accomodation

Galway Forest Lodge or similar hotel

DAY 07

After breakfast, you will leave for Tissamaharama via Ella. You may visit Ella Gap to witness the beauty of the Hill Country. (Travel time from Nuwara Eliya to Tissamaharama approx.: 4-5 hrs.)

Check-in at the hotel and in the late afternoon you will embark on an exciting jeep safari in the Yala National Park.

Overnight stay in Tissamaharama.

What to Do & See

Ella Gap   Yala National Park

Accomodation

Hotel Chandrika or similar hotel

DAY 08

After breakfast leave for Galle and visit the city of Galle featuring the UNESCO World Heritage site – The Dutch Fort. (Travel time from Tissamaharama to Galle approx. 4 hrs.)

Check-in at the hotel and in the late afternoon you will embark on an exciting jeep safari in the Yala National Park.

Overnight stay in Bentota/Beruwala.

What to Do & See

The Dutch Fort.   Beruwala   Bentota Beach

Accomodation

Taprospa Footprints or similar hotel

DAY 09

After breakfast leave for Colombo, en-route visit the Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda and Mask Museum in Ambalangoda. (Travel time from Galle to Colombo approx.: 1 ½ hrs.) Upon arrival in Colombo proceed on a city tour.

Overnight in Colombo.



What to Do & See

Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda   Mask Museum in Ambalangoda   Colombo City

Accomodation

Palm Beach Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 10

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and proceed to the Airport for your departure flight. (Travel time from Colombo to Airport approx.: 1 1/2 hrs.)

Overnight in Colombo.

 

Above cost ONLY includes   Meet & Greet service at the airport. Air conditioned transportation throughout. Hotel accommodation at above mentioned hotels OR similar. Meals as mentioned above. Service of an English speaking Chauffeur guide. Entrance fees as per the programme. Departure transfer.

 

Above cost DOES NOT include Air fares & Visa fees. Cost of beverages. Mini Bar cost. All tips  & porter ages. Early check-in and late check-out charges at hotels (Standard check-in time 14:00hrs & check-out 12:00hrs). Expenses of personal nature. Any other expenses not mentioned. Peak period & special event supplements at hotel/s. Fees applicable for Water sports.

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