Sri Lanka Delight

Day 1: Airport to Dhabulla/Sigiriya

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Warmly welcome you at Bandaranayke International Airport & then going to visit Elephant Orphanage is situated in Pinnawala, has the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. The orphanage acts as a breeding ground for elephants and visitors get a rare chance of bottle feeding the baby elephants and feeding every day. You can also enjoy elephant bathing twice a day. The orphanage was primarily designed to afford care and protection to the baby Elephants found in the jungle without their mothers.

Dambulla Golden Cave Temple

Then proceed to a historical landmark city, Dambulla, which boasts of the largest and best preserved complex of Buddhist cave temples of Sri Lanka. These caves, where the Buddhist monks once used to meditate, provided King Valagamba, a 1st century BC king, protection from his enemies. When the king returned to power, he had this magnificent temple built as a gratitude to the Buddhist monks. Statues of the Buddha and that of the Hindu Gods and paintings dating back to the first century can be seen inside the caves. It is the home to the world`s most acclaimed Cave complex of magnificent images and rock paintings.

Day 2 : Around Dhabulla/Sigiriya

UNESCO World`s Heritage Site Sigiriya

After having early breakfast, visit Sigiriya fortress & it is an archeological site in the north Central Sri Lanka. It contains the ruins of an ancient palace complex & one of the seven world heritage sites in Sri Lanka. This is a UNESCO World Heritage site is commonly known as 'The Lion's Rock' which is 370 m above sea level. The fortress built on Sigiriya Rock by King Kashyapa (477 - 495 AD) displays ancient paintings of 'Sigiriya damsels' called 'Sigiriya Frescos' done on plaster which are reminiscent of the paintings of the Ajanta Caves of India.

Mathale Spice Garden

Travellers can also see a rare collection of Sri Lankan spices in the Spice Gardens with descriptive explanations by aids in your language. Ayurvedic Massaging, Meditation, Yoga is also available.

The Sacred Tooth Temple

Tooth Relic of the Lord Buddha, as the name suggests, houses a gold casket which enshrines the Tooth Relic of the Buddha. The Kandy Procession which is most spectacular cultural and religious pageant in the world with elephants decked with golden attire and traditional dances is a rare treat for the visitors coming in July/August.

Traditional Kandyan Dance

This is a form of dance originated from an exorcism ritual called 'Kohomba Kankariya'. It is a religious practice in which take control of a human body or a place. This form of spiritual possession can be heard from many religions as well and 'Vannam'.

Day 3 :Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Royal Botanicle Garden Peradeniya

Enjoy the tranquil beauty of a huge collection of widely different plants, especially a surprising collection of orchids that you may not have ever seen anywhere else. With a total area of 147 odd acres, a nature lover could stay the whole day there without feeling the time being spent.

Tea Plantation & Factory

Enjoy a complementary cup of steaming tea and take a guided tour to the Bluefield tea plantation at Ramboda, Nuwara-Eliya. With an experienced guide to explain the entire process of tea-things such as growing, plucking, withering, rolling, sorting, packing, transporting and until you have your steaming cup of tea. You can enjoy your breakfast or lunch at the restaurant, visit the Tea Lounge to taste the finest tea and cakes, and let your kids have some fun in the Kiddies Park.

Ramboda Waterfalls

It is 109m high [1] and 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 729th highest waterfall in the world.[2] It is situated in Pussellawa area, on the A5 highway at Ramboda Pass.[3] It formed by Panna Oya which is a tributary of Kothmale Oya. Altitude of the falls is 945m above sea level.

Day 4 : Nuwara Eliya to Tissamaharamaya

Train Trip

Enjoy an unforgettable ride around the mountains, through tunnels and around tea clad hills, and over fantastic bridges with a wonderful train view.

Ella city & Rawana Water Falls

Ella is a small village located in the high mountains. It has a climate that resembles a Hot English Summer. Main Attractions: Rawana Water Falls. The name comes from the famous Sanskrit epic 'Ramayana' (Rama's Journey). Rawana is considered to be the demon Rama in the caves behind this waterfall, thus giving it the name 'The Rawana Falls'. Rama was the 7th Avatar of Vishnu in Hinduism.

Buduruwagala Temple

An ancient Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka & it is Located on Wellawaya - Hambantota Road, turning off from the 3-mile post, about 5.5 km inside, stands the Buduruwagala Buddhist Temple Complex. It has seven statues carved on a rock and the statues show the Mahayana tradition of Buddhism. With a height of fifty-one feet from head to toe.

Day 5 :Tissamaharamaya to Unawatuna.

Yala National Park Safari

It is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public and also adjoining parks. The blocks have individual names such as, Ruhuna National Park and Kumana National Park or 'Yala East' for the adjoining area. It is situated in the southeast region of the country, and lies in Southern Province and Uva Province. The park covers 979 square kilometres (378 sq mi) and is located about 300 kilometres (190 mi) from Colombo. Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, and, along with Wilpattu was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, having been designated in 1938.

Tangalle Beach

It is a big town in Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. It is one of the largest towns in southern province. It is located 195 km (121 mi) south of Colombo and 35 km (22 mi) east of Matara. It has a mild climate, in comparison to the rest of the district, and sandy beaches.

Mirissa Beach

Mirissais a small town on the south coast of located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 240 kilometres (150 mi) south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 4 metres (13 ft) above the sea level. Mirissa's beach and night life make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a fishing port and one of the island's main whale and dolphin watching locations.