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ALAWWA MAHAMEUNA UYANA BUDDHIST MONASTERY
The Alawwa Mahamewna Uyana Temple is a serene Buddhist monastery, which focuses on spreading the teachings of the Buddha in their purest form, as preserved in the Pali Canon.
It’s located in a peaceful atmosphere and the temple is known for its tranquil environment, ideal for meditation and spiritual practice. Regular Dhamma sermons, meditation programs, and teachings by monks are conducted here to guide devotees and practitioners.
It integrates traditional Buddhist aesthetics with modern facilities for visitors.

Day Plan

• Welcome the guests at Colombo International Airport by Travelcom Lanka representative
• Transfer to Negombo hotel depend on arrival time or directly transfer to Dambulla.
• Visit Alawwa Mahameuna Uyana Buddhist Monastery complex
• Check in to the hotel at Dambulla .
• Afternoon Ayurvedic Spa treatment session
• Overnight Stay at Dambulla
• Travel Time: Airport to Dambulla – 3 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay at Dambulla

SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS & VILLAGE SAFARI
Sigiriya is a UNESCO world heritage sites and the famous attraction is Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress which is considered as the 8th archaeological wonder of the world by some experts. It’s a testament of Sri Lanka’s city planning, advanced irrigation systems which brought water to the top of rock , water gardens with fountains and engineering marvels in the 5th century AD. Also you can see the beautiful frescoes and the fascinating mirror wall of the rock fortress.

Day Plan

• After early breakfast leave for Sigiriya Rock fortress
• After fortress visit proceed to Village safari with Lunch (Include bullock cart ride, boat ride in a lake , authentic village lunch )
• Checking to hotel and relax in the hotel
• Afternoon mini hike to Ibbankatuwa budhist monastery
• Return to the Hotel & Overnight Stay at Dambulla
• Travel Time: Dambulla to Sigiriya – 45 Mins

Overnight stay at Dambulla

ANURADHAPURA – FIRST ANCIENT CAPITAL OF SRI LANKA
Anuradhapura , the first capital of Sri Lanka in the 4th century BC , is one of the most significant and ancient cities in Sri Lanka, renowned for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient civilization and its importance in the history of Buddhism. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and situated in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura was the center of Sri Lankan civilization for over 1,300 years, starting from around the 4th century BC and was a major political and religious hub.
The city is especially significant to Buddhists, and large no of religious monuments related to the arrival and spread of Buddhism in Sri Lanka can be witnessed there.

Day Plan

• Early morning start the day with Yoga session
• Proceed to Anuradhapura after breakfast
• Anuradhapura Cultural and spiritual tour
• Check in to the same Hotel in Dambulla in the evening
• Evening wellness treatment session
• Travel Time: Dambulla to Anuradhapura – 2 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay at Dambulla

TROPICAL ECO FARM
Tropical Eco Farm is located adjacent to resort premises and just only 100 m walking distance from resort boundary and having a extent of 15 acres cultivated lands. Farm is beautifully enclosed by natural and scenic features, with a tranquil water stream and a small river flowing along its edges, while expansive paddy fields stretch out in the surrounding landscape.” You can explore eco friendly Sri Lankan agricultural practices here.

AUKANA BUDDHIST MONASTERY
The Aukana Buddhist Monastery is a significant religious site in Sri Lanka, renowned for its massive and intricately carved Buddha statue. The Aukana Buddha, standing at 12 meters (approximately 39 feet) tall, is considered as one of the finest examples of ancient Sinhalese rock sculpture, dating back to 5th century during the reign of King Dhatusena. The monastery reflects the architectural and spiritual heritage of Sri Lanka.

Day Plan

• Early morning visit Tropical Eco farm and learn about Sri Lankan traditional farming activities with a nature walk.
• Have picnic breakfast at farm and pick your own fruits and vegetables for your lunch
• Return to hotel and proceed to Aukana
• After visit reach the hotel and participate to Sri Lankan traditional cooking program with your own picked vegetables from the farm.
• Evening Aurvedic treatment schedule at resort’s spa

Overnight stay at Dambulla

DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE
Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a famous attraction, is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, dating back to the 2nd century BC. Although there are documented 80 no of caves , major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings related to Buddha and his life.

SPICE HUB AT MATALE
When travel from Dambulla to Kandy you can visit spice gardens in Matale city which is considered as the Spice hub of Sri Lanka with large and small scale spice gardens and processing plants. Also you can learn uses and benefits of each spices and even taste them , test health care and skin care products during this one hour tour.

KANDY SAMADHI CENTER
Spend the overnights at Samadhi Center, an unfailingly courteous retreat which delivers a deep commitment to teach you healthy living for mind and body or spiritual experiences combined with simple nature based activities in particularly bird watching and river bathing. It is located in an isolated place in the mountains and surrounded by tea plantations assuring near perfect atmosphere to unwind!

Day Plan

• Early morning 6.30PM visit nearby temple for “ Dana Puja” (offering of foods for Buddhist monks ) and get their blessing
• Return to hotel and Checkout from the hotel after breakfast
• Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
• En route Visit Spice Gardens in Matale which is the Spice hub of Sri lanka.
• Checking to Kandy Samadi center
• Spend the afternoon on a nearby nature trek, exploring scenic trails
• Yoga and meditation sessions
• Overnight stay
• Travel Time: Dambulla to Kandy – 2 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay in Dambulla

This is your rest day and you can participate yoga, wellness treatment or nature trekking or just stay relaxed here. Activities like yoga, massages, and spa treatments release tension and promote relaxation. This will offer a much-needed escape from the stresses of daily life, allowing time to rejuvenate and recharge.

Overnight stay in Kandy

KANDY; THE LAST KINGDOM OF SRI LANKA
After early breakfast from Samadi center proceed to hill country capital Kandy city which has charm weather compare to hot climate in Dambulla . Kandy is the last Kingdom of Sri Lanka and one of the most visited beautiful and exciting place in Sri Lanka by foreign tourists and famous for the most sacred Temple of the Tooth relic shrine . It is located in the Royal Palace Complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha from 1600 AD. One of the Island most famous tourist attraction, Kandy Esala Perahera , also known as The Procession of the Tooth relic is held in July and August in Kandy.

PINNAWALA ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage , one of Sri Lanka’s most popular tourist attractions and the orphanage provides sanctuary for orphaned, injured, and abandoned elephants. It’s a home to one of the largest captive elephant herds in the world, with over 90 elephants of various ages

The orphanage was originally established to provide care and protection to elephants found in the wild that had lost their families or been displaced due to deforestation. Today, it also serves as a breeding center and promotes elephant conservation

Day Plan

• Check out from the Hotel & Proceed to Bentota after Kandy city tour. You can visit Gem shops, traditional art and craft centers , historical buildings during this tour.
• En-route Visit Tea factory with tea plantation and tea tasting
• Visit Pinnawala elephant orphanage
• Check in to hotel in Bentota beach town in the evening.
• Travel Time: Kandy to Bentota – 3.5 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay in Bentota

BENTOTA
This is your second night in Bentota which is a popular coastal resort city and famous for beautiful beaches , lush greenery gardens and many more activities. After long journey on previous days Bentota is the ideal place for you to relax in beach , therapeutic spa treatment or engaging exciting water activities in the sea . Also you have optional activities like River safari at Maduganga , visit Turtle hatchery etc or you can just relax in the beach

MADU GANGA RIVER SAFARI
Madu River is a scenic river close to Bentota with unique and diverse biodiversity. Embark on an unforgettable boat ride through this enchanting lagoon, renowned for its 64 islands and rich biodiversity. You’ll visit Cinnamon Island, where you can witness the traditional cinnamon manufacturing process. Marvel at rural fishermen in their traditional catamarans and experience a unique fish therapy session.

KOSGODA TURTLE HATCHERY
Kosgoda stands out as a heaven for nature lovers and conservationists, where renowned sea turtle conservation project led by the Wild Life Protection Society of Sri Lanka located there. The project is dedicated to protect Sri Lanka’s endangered turtle species from extinction.

Day Plan

• After breakfast visit nearby Turtle hatchery at Kosgoda
• After visit proceed to Madu Ganga River Safari.
• Water sport in Bentota
• Check in to the same hotel in Bentota in the afternoon
• Relax in the beach and have good ayurvedic spa treatment
• Shop for souvenir during free time

Overnight stay in Bentota

This is the last day of your “ Spiritual Wellness“ tour in this paradise island. After having a lavish spread of breakfast at the hotel get ready for departure.
In Case the departure flight due in late night we will arrange Colombo city tour as well as to visit places of important until departure time.
This will be the end of an exciting, fun-filled and memorable tour in Sri Lanka. Hope to see you in next year too to explore the unexplored part of this Isle of paradise.