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A Short Tour to Sri-lanka
Explore the best of Srilanka in this round trip to Colombo, Kandy, Bentota ,Pinnawala

Start your trip with a touching experience set in Pinnawala . They say an Elephants eyes are one of the most affectionate in the world ,meet them at an orphanage started in 1975 to house wounded elephants . We then explore the town of Kandy, the upscale beach town of Bentota before we are back in Colombo exploring the city , famous neighbourhoods, shopping markets , local culture and more ! Excited yet ? Step in and check out this short trip itinerary

Note: We encourage responsible tourism. Practice these guidelines while on a trip!

Accomdations

3* Hotel
Preselected Choice of accommodation

Service Level

Half Board

Transportation

Private

Food

Vegetarian
Non Veg

Age

18 to 72 years

Difficulty

Easy

Fitness Guide

This is a leisure, cultural tour. No element of fitness is needed

Tour Map

Tour Experience

Explore the best of Srilanka during this 5 day trip . On landing at Bandaranaike International Airport you are greeted by our representative at the airport post which we begin this trip. Our first stop is ,Pinnawala ,to meet the largest land mammal-the elephant and its family in their natural habitat. Our trip will take us in land to the country side , we will explore the beaches, culture , people , the city scape , shopping markets and the night life Colombo has to offer.

This is an all inclusive trip complete with private transport, English speaking chauffeur and guide , meal plan as mentioned under inclusions - the island life story couldn't get better than this ! Browse the detailed itinerary below .

4N/ 5D

Departure: Any day

You will be doing:

Swimming
Surfing
Scuba Diving
Photography
Lake Boat Riding
Shopping
Local Interaction
Local Shopping
Island Visit
Photography

You will be experiencing:

Nature
Culture
Wild Life
Road Trip
Cityscape

Itinerary

1 Welcome to Srilanka

Greetings Traveller ! Welcome to Srilanka . On arrival our centre Representative will page you by your name. Thereafter you will be assisted to the Car park / Coach Park to begin you journey as per the booked itinerary.

Approx 90 Km from Colombo, off the Colombo – Kandy road is Pinnawala, where an orphanage was started in 1975 to house abandoned and the wounded elephants including baby elephants brought from various parts of the land. We will visit and play with them in their natural habitat before reaching Kandy which is our destination for the day. Once done we will proceed to Kandy , check in to our hotel. We will experience a cultural evening at Kandy .

  • Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Pinnawala
  • Kandy
125 km None
None +
Kandy
3* Hotel
Elephant Safari, Meet and Greet
Wild Life
Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner

The hill capital, venue of the annual Perahera, Kandy , is an example of the Buddhism's influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple's shrines and monasteries keeping Buddhist traditions alive are everywhere.

In the 4th Century A.D, the Buddha's Tooth was brought to Sri Lanka hidden from enemy hands in an Orissan princess' hair, this Relic has grown in repute and holiness in Sri Lanka and throughout the Buddhist world. It is considered Sri Lanka's most prized possession. Post a visit to the sacred tooth relic we will visit the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens which from 1374. Spice garden and orchid house are the most sought after with travellers.

  • Kandy City
50 km None
Kandy
3* Hotel
Photography, Local Shopping, Temple Visit
Nature, Culture
Breakfast, Dinner

We leave for the coastal town of Bentota from Kandy. Bentota is a pristine coast line dotted with cafes , sandy beaches , coral reefs and rich dive sites. Once we arrive at Bentota explore this upmarket location, spend your day at the beach , indulge in water based activities. The Bentota beach one of the top 100 beaches on the world !

  • Kandy
  • Bentota
180 km None
Bentota
3* Hotel
Scuba Diving, Swimming, Kayaking, Surfing
Marine Life, Scuba Diving, Shopping
Breakfast, Dinner

After a sumptuous breakfast we proceed towards at Colombo, Enroute we have a number of experiences to indulge in depending ion the travellers choice. We can do the mangrove boat ride on the Madu river , visit a sea turtle farm and hatchery . Once we arrive in Colombo we drive through the city's commercial as well as tree lined residential neighbourhoods to give you an idea of how people live and work. Over places we will explore are the Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749.

We will also visit the BMICH to see the replica of Avukana Buddha and Independence Square, Viharamahadevi Park, National Museum, Twin World Trade Centre Towers, Old Parliament and Gangarama temple.

  • Bentota
  • Colombo
80 km None
None +
Colombo
3* Hotel
Shopping, Lake Boat Riding, Temple Visit, Photography
Cityscape
Breakfast, Dinner

After a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel , we check out and depart for the airport for our scheduled departure.

  • Colombo
  • Bandaranaike International Airport
30 km None

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Other Details

Inclusions
  • Meeting and Assistance at the airport by our srilankan representative
  • Accommodation in 3* category hotels on twin sharing
  • Private Air conditioned Transport
  • English Speaking Chauffeur and Guide.
  • Meal plan HB - Half board (04 dinners + 04 breakfasts at the hotel) - Applicable on this trip
  • Meal plan BB- Bed and breakfast (04 breakfasts at the hotel)
  • Value added tax.
  • Enjoy Cultural dance show at the Kandy gem shop.
  • Early check-in and check-out.
  • Additional meal charges other than meal plan.
  • Additional number of guests other than mentioned
  • Air Fares, Travel insurance, Visa Fees.
  • International Bank Chargers

Please note the entrance fees mentioned is valid for SAARC passport holders only.

Accommodation Upgrade

Accommodation upgrade to 4*/5* category is available on request. The cost of the upgrade is USD 735 for a couple

Entrance fees

The fees mentioned is per person

  • Pinnawala elephant orphanage - $4
  • Temple of the tooth - $6
  • Peradeniya botanical garden – $7
  • Turtle hatchery - $5
  • Water sports at Bentota (jet ski + banana boat + tube ride) - $16
  • Madu boat ride (per ride) - $20 per boat (max 6 pax per boat)
  • Gangarama temple - $3

VISA

  • Visa will be issued for 30 days extendable upto 6 months after arrival.
  • eta.gov.lk - Visit to apply for a E-visa
  • Visa fee - $20
  • Processing time is 24-48 hours

Information For VISA Application:

  • Itinerary in Srilanka
  • Accommodation booking
  • Return Tickets
  • Proof of Medical Insurance

Security:

  • As of July 2022 it is completely safe to travel to Sri Lanka owing to the political stability
  • Protest sites have been vacated after the change in government .

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