Explore Sri Lanka within 10 Days (9 Nights)

Route: Colombo >Pinnawala>Dambulla>Sigiriya

Day

1

Hotel: Hotel in Sigiriya

Meet & great your professional guide at Bandaranayake International Airport or at the hotel and head towards
Stop at: Spice Garden Kegalle.

Enriched with herbs, spice grows and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs, and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tours around the garden, which we call ‘’The Spice Tour’’, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.

You will be taken to an Elephant Activitiesplace where you can play, Wash, Ride and have some Elephant showers by Sri Lankan Domestic Elephants.
Proceed to Dambulla – reach the UNESCO World Heritage cave complex.
Climb up to the world-renowned cave temples and admire the fascinating interiors with vibrant décor and impressive Buddha statues.
Stop at: Sigiriya craft village, Kimbissa, Sigiriya Sri Lanka Experience the best of Sri lanka inside the village with Njoy Lanka Tours and get the unique experience on a village lifestyle. Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride and experience the world from the view of a village farmer. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Watch an enjoyable traditional cooking demonstration that teaches you the basics of Sri Lankan cuisine. Delight your taste buds with a home cooked lunch made over wood fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.
Visit: Minneriya National Park. Circling the beautiful Minneriya Tank (3c A.D), the green Surroundings are strikingly different to the arid landscape. Being part of the elephant corridor which joins up with Kaudulla and Wasgamuwa you are sure to sight elephants. During the months of August/September one of the most awesome wildlife spectacles ‘The Gathering’, Ranked sixth in the Lonely Planet’s ten greatest wildlife spectacles takes place. Over 300 Elephants converge to enjoy the tank with the receding water level to play and make merry. The national park’s faunal species include 24 species of mammals, 160 species of birds, 9 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, 26 species of fish, and 75 species of butterflies.

Overnight at a hotel in Sigiriya.

Route: Sigiriya> Polonnaruwa

Hotel: Hotel in Sigiriya

Visit Sigiriya the Ancient Rock Fortress (Lion Rock)

Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. 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 Kashyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure — Sīnhāgiri, the Lion Rock (an etymology like Sinhapura, the Sanskrit name of Singapore, the Lion City). The capital and the royal palace were abandoned after the king’s death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best-preserved examples of ancient urban planning.

Visit Polonnaruwa, another ancient capital city with fascinating ruins. On arrival, go on a sightseeing tour around Polonnaruwa and see the Royal Palace, King’s swimming pool, Court, Sacred Quadrangle, several Dagobas and Buddha statues.
Get back on the road to drive Pidurangala.

Day

2

Drive back to your hotel in Sigiriya.

Route: Sigiriya> Kandy

Day

3

Hotel: Hotel in Kandy

In the Morning proceed to Kandy. On route we can visit the Nalanda Gedigeand Vibrant Hindu Temple in Matale
Visit to the world-famous “Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.”

On the north shore of the lake, which is enclosed by a parapet of white stone dating to the beginning of the 19th century, are the city’s official religious monuments, including the Royal Palace and the Temple of the Tooth, known as the Sri Dalada Maligawa. Reconstructed in the 18th century, the Sri Dalanda Maligawa is built on a base of granite that was inspired by the temples of Sri Lanka’s former capital city.

Visit Kandy Lake Club – Cultural Dance Show– Sri Lanka is rich in traditional and cultural activities. It has its own way of entertainment including dancing and drumming etc. Kandy Cultural show is one of the best places to witness this. The show starts at 5.00 pm and lasts for 1 hour. You will be amazed with some of the items including the walking on fire and fire dance etc.

Overnight at hotel in Kandy

Route: Kandy >NuwaraEliya

Hotel: Hotel in NuwaraEliya

Visit to the “Royal Botanical Garden.” Or Udawatta Forest

The Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya is situated about 5 km to the west of the city centre at Peradeniya and is visited by 2 million people per year. It is the largest botanical garden on the island extending to 147 acres (59 ha) and containing over 4000 species of plants.

The UdawattaKele (Udawatta Forest) is a protected sanctuary situated in the heart of the city, just north of Temple of the Tooth. Known as “UdaWasalaWatta” in Sinhala meaning, “the garden situated above the royal palace” it was designated as a forest reserve in 1856, and it became a sanctuary in 1938.

Visit“GEM MUSUEM” – Sri Lanka is famous for its high-quality gems – from Roman times, through the colonial era, to the present. The gem trade is widespread, and blue, yellow or star sapphires, rubies, cats’ eyes, amethyst, topaz, aquamarines, garnets, moonstones, zircons, and other precious stones are available throughout the island. We take you on a gem tour covering a gem museum where you learn about the gem industry in Sri Lanka through an informative Film. see a mock-up of a gem pit where you get the hang of traditional gem Mining, and visit a gem and jewellery gallery where you may inspect the dazzling stones at close quarters using a loop, learning to distinguish Quality based on color, size , luster and the absence of imperfections. Finally, you will see the stones being set in to jewellery
Ceylon tea, batik textiles, and local crafts can also make good souvenirs.
After lunch, get back on the road for the drive to NuwaraEliya.
Visit Ramboda falls, which is the 11^thtallest waterfall in the country. Get a guided tour through Damro Tea Estate and learn more about the varieties, processing methods and qualities of Walk through the shaded avenues.
Reach “Little England”in the evening and enjoy the change of scenery as well as the weather, which is a welcome relief from the sweltering cities.

Day

4

Overnight at a hotel in NuwaraEliya.

Route: NuwaraEliya>Ella

Day

5

Hotel: Hotel in Ella

NuwaraEliya is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its name means “city on the plain (table land)” or “city of light”. The city is the administrative capital of NuwaraEliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) and is the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. NuwaraEliya is known for its temperate, cool climate – the coolest area in Sri Lanka
You can choose to go boating on Gregory Lake, take a stroll in Victoria Park, visit the Post Officeoperating in a colonial Tudor Manor or the Hakgala Botanical Garden.
Visit Lover’s Leap Falls
Visit Seetha Amman Temple, explore the markets, Strawberry farmsand tea plantations.
Get back on the road to drive Ella.

Overnight at a hotel in Ella.

Route: Ella> Yala

Hotel: Hotel in Yala or Thissamaharamaya

Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometers (120 mi) east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 meters (3,415 ft) above sea level. The area has a rich biodiversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than surrounding lowlands, due to its elevation. The Ella Gap allows views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka.
Visit Nine Arch, and Little Adam’s Peak in Ella
Then, proceed to Yala. On the way we meet 25m high Rawavna Fallsand Diyaluma Falls
Visit Buduruwagala Temple

Day

6

Overnight at hotel in Yala or Thissamaharamaya

Route: Yala > Miirissa

Day

7

Hotel: Hotel in Mirrissa

Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka, bordering the Indian Ocean. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and adjoining parks. The blocks have individual names such as Ruhuna National Park (Block 1), 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 kilometers (378 sq mi) and is located about 300 kilometers (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. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, Sri Lankan leopards and aquatic birds.
Early in morning, go on a game drive in Yala National Parkto experience the wildlife treasure in one of the best homes for leopards and other animals in Asia.
Then, proceed to Mirissa
Spend the afternoon on the beaches of Mirissa and enjoy activities like diving and snorkeling.

Overnight at hotel in Mirissa.

Route: :Miirissa >Galle

Hotel: Hotel in Galle

Mirissa is the largest fishing port on the south coast and is known for its tuna, mullet, snapper, and butterfish. In 1980 the first tourist accommodation was built however it wasn’t until the mid-1990s that tourism to the town started to dramatically increase. Mirissa is the largest fishing port on the south coast and is known for its tuna, mullet, snapper, and butterfish. In 1980 the first tourist accommodation was built however it wasn’t until the mid-1990s that tourism to the town started to dramatically increase.
Whale watchingin Mirissa is optional- Wake up at 5.30 a.m .to see blue whales by well-prepared boats from Mirissa Harbor.
Then, proceed to Galle.
Visit Hikkaduwa Beachor Unawatuna Beach.

Hikkaduwa is the place for underwater delights site of the famed coral gardens. Hire a glass bottomed boat or goggles and flippers and explore the fantastic under your feet at Marine National Park.

Day

8

Overnight at hotel in Galle.

Route: Galle> Colombo

Day

9

Hotel: Hotel in Colombo

Galle was known as Gimhathiththa before the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century, when it was the main port on the island. Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century, during the Dutch colonial period. Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by the Portuguese in South and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between Portuguese architectural styles and native traditions. The city was extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. The Galle fort is a world heritage site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Other prominent landmarks in Galle include the city’s natural harbor, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary’s Cathedral founded by Jesuit priests, one of the main Shiva temples on the island.
In morning you can visit toGalle Dutch Fort and the Light House
On the way to Colombo, you can visit to Maduganga and have Boat ride at Madu River
Visit Turtle Hatcheryand stilt
hop back into the car for your drive along the coast to Colombo.

Overnight at hotel in Colombo

Route: :Colombo sightseeing

Have a relaxed breakfast at your hotel.
Go on a sightseeing tour of Colombo – Half-day drive around or full-day tour, depending on the time of your departure.
In Colombo, you can opt to see the colonial buildings, National Museum, Independence Memorial, Gangaramaya temple and other attractions. Take a stroll in Viharamahadevi Park or go boating in Beira Lake.
You could also go on a shopping tour of Pettah for good bargains or enjoy the local cuisine on the streets or at a good restaurant by the beach.

Day

10

According to your departure timings, the driver will drop you off at the international airport for your onward journey