Dambulla - Day 2,3
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Dambulla. Along the way, stop at Pinnawala to witness orphaned gigantic animals – elephants, in their natural habitats. Other than an orphanage, it functions as a captive, nursery and a breeding ground for the elephants in need and as a home for the homeless elephants who need special care. Do not miss out milk feeding time, hence ecommend to reach there at least by 09:00 AM!
Spend next couple of days in Dambulla, climbing the magnificient ancient rock fortress and one of the archeological treasure in South Asia, Sigiriya; discovering scale models of the buildings and temples of the Polonnaruwa city, a former royal city dating back to the fifth century and go on a safari at Minneriya National Park to spot herds of elephants congregate near the giant reservoir.
- Arrive in Sri Lanka (Katunayake International Airport)
- A warm welcome from RawanaTours Representatives at the airport
- Explore the ancient city of Sigiriya
- Check in to your tropical hotel & relax
- In the afternoon visit the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Proceed back to the hotel
- Enjoy a colorful buffet meal with loads of food variety
- Overnight stay at the cozy hotel
Kandy - Day 4
Next morning after a hearty breakfast at the hotel, leave for Kandy. On the way, visit Dambulla Cave Temple with spectacular Buddha-filled interiors and also known as the best-preserved cave temple complex in the country. Thereon, stop by a spice garden to get knowledge into a deep-rooted industry of flavor generation along with their attributes. Having arrived in Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic which houses the only surviving relic of Buddha, during evening prayer services. Evening witness traditional Kandyan dancing and drumming performance. This is an energetic show accompanied by dancing troupes and drummers clad in extravagant traditional costumes ensuring a great way to spend the evening in Kandy.
- Wake up to the first beautiful morning in paradise Sri Lanka
- Tummy-filling breakfast buffet at the hotel
- Proceed to Kandy city
- Explore spice villages – World's best in spice production
- Enjoy a delicious Sri Lankan style village cooked lunch
- Later explore the city of Kandy
- Visit the most amazing Kandy Temple of tooth relic
- Relaxing evening in the Kandy hotel
- Take a walk around the beautiful Kandy lake
- Overnight stay at a best holiday resort in Sri Lanka
Nuwara Eliya Day - 5
After a peaceful stay in Kandy, travel towards the tea country – Nuwara Eliya which is also known as ‘Little England’. Be amazed with emerald green tea leaves, cascading waterfalls and quaint colonial buildings dotted all over place which would also make you feel like you are in an English city!
During your stay, experience the art of making Ceylon tea from withering to bulk packing with a visit to a working tea plantation and a factory taste a freshly brewed cup of Ceylon tea. Capture absolute stunning sceneries and natural beauty of Nuwara Eliya, breath in fresh air and take a pleasant stroll around Gregory lake in the evening are some other experiences you can enjoy.
- Enjoy the breakfast buffet at the hotel & check out
- Visit the Gem Mining Station
- Understand how the world famous Sri Lankan gems are made
- Proceed to chilly Nuwara Eliya (Little England)
- Stop at breathtaking waterfalls on the way
- Enter to the emerald green tea estates
- Visit a famous Ceylon tea factory
- Enjoy a refreshing cup of the finest “Ceylon” tea
- Check in at the beautiful hotel & relax
- Enjoy the warm dinner buffet perfect for the cold weather
- Overnight stay at the cozy hotel
Yala - Day 6
Following a mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel, journey from hills to islands’ wild – Yala. Along the route, witness Ravana waterfall and do not forget to take a selfie with the plunging falls in the background.
Later, gather for an evening safari through Yala National Park with an expert naturalist. Keep your eyes peeled for the endangered Sri Lankan leopard as well as on other widlife such as elephants, wild boards and birdlife. In the late evening, expect a BBQ dinner by a beautiful roaring campfire.
- Breakfast at the hotel beholding the misty mountains
- Check out from the hotel
- Proceed to Yala National Park
- Check in to the tropical hotel in Yala
- Experience the 4x4 Jeep Safari in the jungle
- Check in to the beautiful hotel
- Relaxing evening surrounded by lush greenery
- Enjoy the grand buffet dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay at the hotel in the wilderness
Galle - Day 7,8
After a restful sleep in the wild, set off to Galle which is home to an impressive World Heritage-listed Dutch fort. This is popular as the best example for the fortified city in Asia built by Europeans by showing the mix of European architectural styles as well as South Asian traditions. In the evening, you may wander around this historic fort and watch the sunset from the ramparts. It would make sure a picture perfect end for the day!
- Wake up to the beautiful greenery filled with bird-songs
- Have a humungous breakfast buffet at the hotel
- Proceed to Galle city
- On the way, stop to see stilt fishermen in Sri Lanka
- Experience unique fishing techniques in Sri Lanka
- Take part in the famous Madu River boat ride
- Visit the adorable turtles at a turtle hatchery
- Check in at the beach hotel in Galle
- Dive in for water activities in the Indian ocean
- Visit the ancient Galle fort (Dutch fort)
- Take a walk around the Galle fort
- Taste the famous Sri Lankan crab for dinner
- Enjoy your night in local pubs
- Overnight stay in the hotel in Galle
- Get up to the beautiful and wild Yala
- Take a morning walk around the village
- Enjoy the amazing buffet breakfast in Yala hotel
- Proceed to the golden beach in Bentota
- Stop at Stilt fisherman and capture the enticing moments in camera
- Check in to your beautiful beach hotel
- Engage in fun water activities at Madu River
- Get the natural experience of mangrooves at Madu River
- Calypso dance & sing along sessions at a local pub
- Enjoy seafood BBQ session at the beach feeling the night breeze
- Overnight stay in beautiful Bentota beach hotel
Transfer to Airport - Day 9 End Trip
After all good things come to an end, you will be safely driven to the Colombo international airport for a safe journey home with cherishable memories of Sri Lanka Classic Holiday! This itinerary barely scratch the surface of the accommodation settings and experiences we offer. Be inspired and let us know what you’re looking for!
