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Tour Overview
Embark on an 8-day adventure through Sri Lanka, designed to offer an authentic experience of this beautiful island nation. Begin your journey with a warm welcome at the airport, followed by a visit to the vibrant city of Negombo and its stunning beach. Explore the historic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the Dambulla Rock Temple, then travel to Kandy to witness the sacred Temple of the Tooth. Continue to the picturesque hills of Nuwara Eliya, known for its lush tea estates and colonial charm. Relax on the pristine beaches of Mirissa and Bentota, and enjoy whale watching in Mirissa. Conclude your trip with a city tour of Colombo, capturing the essence of Sri Lanka's rich cultural heritage. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and seamless transportation throughout this unforgettable journey. ...more ...less
Highlights
Meet and Greet at the Airport
Negombo City Tour
Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Visit Sigiriya Rock
Visit Dambulla Rock Temple
Visit Temple of Tooth in Kandy
Visit Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
Morning Whale Watching in Mirissa
Itinerary
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Meet and Greet at the Airport before embarking on a Negombo City & Beach Tour. Afterwards proceed to Sigiriya and visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, which is home to approx 60 elephants. Watch the baby elephants play and bathe in the river; watch them being fed, or feed them yourself. Reach Sigiriya and check in at the hotel for an overnight stay. ...more ...less
Day 2
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Sigiriya
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Location: Sigiriya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then visit Sigiriya Rock. An ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kasyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. Next, visit Dambulla Rock temple, the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Later on return to your hotel.
Day 3
:
Sigiriya To Kandy
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Location: Kandy
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to Kandy. Visit the Temple of Tooth in Kandy, a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Later on in the evening enjoy a Kandy City Tour before heading to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4
:
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Location: Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning enjoy breakfast at the hotel. After take an optional excursion to visit Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, one of the finest in Asia, which dates back to the 14th century. Later on visit a tea factory where you will not only enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Ceylon tea but will also have the opportunity to witness the intricacies involved in its manufacturing process. Then proceed to Nuwara Eliya, a “city above the clouds” at 1980m above sea level. Check in at hotel and then relax at leisure.
Day 5
:
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Location: Nuwara Eliya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy some free time at leisure & enjoy scenic beauty. Later visit the Haggala Botanical Garden. You can also take part in an optional visit to Lake Gregory. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 6
:
Nuwara Eliya To Mirissa
Location: Mirissa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the Hotel, before proceeding to Mirissa. Upon arrival relax at the Mirissa Beach before checking in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 7
:
Mirissa To Bentota
Location: Bentota
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast at the hotel, take part in some Whale Watching, which remains a year around leisure activity in Sri Lanka. These charming giants in the deep blue waters come under the category of marine mammals. Next, proceed to Koggala where you can relax at the beach. Later check in to your hotel in Bentota for an overnight stay.
Day 8
:
Bentota To Airport
Elephants in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Location: Colombo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the Hotel before proceeding to Colombo for a city tour, commencing with a visit to the Fort and the Pettah commercial hub with offices and shopping areas located amidst the oldest colonial hotel GOH.Afterwards, proceed through the main street passing the old Dutch Museum, belfry and old City Hall which houses puppets of earlier governors of Sri Lanka. Stops will be made at the Old Dutch hospital with shops and restaurants facing Sri Lanka’s twin tower buildings. Continue to the old race course with a maze of buildings with colonial architecture, and spend time shopping in Colombo. Then proceed to airport with lingering memories of your trip to Sri Lanka!
What's Included
Accommodation
Accommodation at 3 Star & 4 Star Hotels with Breakfast.
Transportation
Transportation in A/C Vehicle.
Guide
English speaking guide for the entire tours.
Mineral Water
Mineral Water Bottle.
Guide Accommodations
Guide Accommodations & Meals.
Taxes
All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges.
What's Not Included
Guide Usage
Usage of guide beyond mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary.
Additional Tours
Any tours to cities not mentioned above.
Other Services
Any other services not mentioned above.
Mode of Transport
Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and convenient travel experience across various destinations in Sri Lanka.
Accommodation
Accommodation at 3 Star & 4 Star Hotels with breakfast included, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant stay throughout your journey in Sri Lanka.
Check out our Q&As
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at 3 Star and 4 Star Hotels with breakfast included.
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Is there a guide available throughout the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide will be available for the entire tour.
What activities are included on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be met and greeted at the airport, followed by a city tour of Negombo, a visit to Negombo Beach, and a visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage before proceeding to Sigiriya.
What can I expect to see at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage?
At the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, you can see approximately 60 elephants, including baby elephants playing and bathing in the river. You can also watch them being fed or feed them yourself.
What historical sites will be visited on the second day?
On the second day, you will visit Sigiriya Rock, an ancient rock fortress, and the Dambulla Rock Temple, the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka.
What is special about the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy?
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy is a Buddhist temple that houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy.
What can I expect to see in Nuwara Eliya?
In Nuwara Eliya, you can visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, see waterfalls like Ramboda Falls, visit a tea factory, and enjoy the colonial past of the city with its golf course, race course, English country-style cottages, and planters' bungalows.
What activities are available in Mirissa?
In Mirissa, you can relax at the Mirissa Beach and Bentota Beach, and participate in whale watching, which is a year-round activity.
What will I see during the city tour of Colombo?
During the city tour of Colombo, you will visit the Fort and Pettah commercial hub, the old Dutch Museum, the old City Hall, the Old Dutch hospital, the old race course, and various shopping areas. You will also see landmarks like the Colombo harbor, a lighthouse with a clock tower, and the president’s house.
How long has the tour company been trading?
5 years
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
yes
What documents will I receive before I travel?
yes
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Reviews of this operator
Devi M.
Ramayana Tour and Bentota Beach Experience
10-Apr-2024
From the time we landed in Colombo to the time we left Colombo back home Buddhika at Ceylon Travel dream and our great Guide Chamila took amazing care of us. Chamila was very informative and treated us like family, we travelled and visited a lot of places in Sri Lanka, he was very caring with my elderly family members and gave us an excellent tour around Sri Lanka.
Ceylon Travel dream was very accommodating and very adjusting around our itinerary, they provided us with all the information and was easy to communicate with them, highly recommend them for future travels to Sri Lanka.
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(Review from TripAdvisor)
Sufyan S.
Ceylon Travel - One Stop solution for Sri Lanka
01-Jul-2024
Having decided fairly early on, Sri Lanka was set as our go to place for the honeymoon having an optimal mix of land, water, mountains with lush greenery.
All research conducted pointed towards having a tour guide for ease of travel and arrangements, and thats when we stumbled upon Ceylon travels (having also heard of them through a friend)
Our experience with Buddhika, from Ceylon travel and dreams has been nothing short of extraordinary. He was incredibly patient in hearing our interests, highly accommodating of our proposed changes in the journey and always willing to find the solution. He not only provided us with the optimal route for our 10 day trip but also booked plausibly the best hotels within our budger. We have had the best trip of our lives, all thanks to Buddhika, and his excellent tour guide who I would rate amongst the best in Sri Lanka. The tour guide (also the driver) whose name was also Buddhika is a very kind hearted man, and took care of us like family.
Overall, this trip far exceeded our expectations and cannot wait to be back with the wider family, and obviously doing all the arrangements through Ceylon.
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(review from TripAdvisor)
N P
Lankan Safari
04-Oct-2024
A great safari tour to see animals in the wild. Deer, water buffaloes, mongoose, elephants, peacocks, wild boar, jungle fowls, ducks, wild rabbits,crocodiles, birs of many types and more.
Ceylon Travel Dream requires a minimum deposit of
40%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 22 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of ceylon travel dream charges.
Up to 22 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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