Island Heritage 8N 9D

IBBANKATUWA MEGALITHIC TOMB COMPLEX
En-route near to Dambulla you can visit Ibbankatuwa Megalathic tomb complex dated back to 700 – 400 B.C, which is an ancient burial site and thought to belong to the megalithic prehistoric and protohistoric periods of Sri Lanka and is considered as one of the several ancient burial sites that have been found in the country.

POLLONNARUWA CITY
In the afternoon visit Polonnaruwa, which is considered to be the one of Sri Lankan most iconic ancient cities, a UNESCO World Heritage site and located in the North Central Province. After the fall of first capital of Anuradhapura it was the second capital of Sri Lanka , dating back to the 11th & 12th centuries AD and is known because of its well-preserved ruins, reflecting the height of ancient Sinhalese civilization. A city tour of Polonnaruwa offers a journey through a blend of history and culture together with stunning dry zone landscapes.

Day Plan

• Welcome the guests at the Colombo International Airport by Travelcom Lanka representative
• Transfer to Negombo hotel depend on arrival time or directly transfer to Dambulla.
• Visit Handloom textile factory on the way
• Visit Ibbankatuwa Megalithic tomb complex
• Check in to the hotel at Dambulla .
• Afternoon , Visit Polonnaruwa ancient city
• Return to the Hotel & Overnight Stay at Dambulla
• Travel Time: Airport to Dambulla – 3 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay at Dambulla

SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS
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.

MINNERIYA NATIONAL PARK
Minneria is famous for biggest gathering of wild Asian elephants in the world over 300 no of elephants around Minneriya rain water reserve in Minneriya National safari park. It’s a home for large no of flora and fauna as well as a home for large no of species of mammals, birds and reptiles , some are endemic to Sri Lanka.

Day Plan

• After early breakfast leave for Sigiriya Rock fortress
• After fortress visit proceed to Village safari with Lunch (Include Village walk , bullock cart ride, boat ride in a lake, authentic village lunch )
• Afternoon proceed to Minneriya National Park safari
• 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

• Checkout from the hotel after early breakfast and proceed to Anuradhapura
• Anuradhapura cultural tour
• Check in to the same Hotel in Dambulla in the evening and overnight stay
• Travel Time: Dambulla to Anuradhapura – 2 hours (approx.)

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
Matale city 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.

KANDY; THE LAST KINGDOM OF SRI LANKA
Kandy is the last Kingdom of Sri Lanka and one of a 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 the 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.

Day Plan

• Checkout from the hotel after early breakfast
• Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
• En route Visit Spice Gardens in Matale which is the Spice hub of Sri Lanka.
• Visit Sacred Temple of tooth relic in Kandy – The last kingdom of Sri Lanka
• Evening Experience the cultural Show with city walk
• Check in to the Kandy Hotel and overnight stay in Kandy
• Overnight stay in a Hotel in Kandy
• Travel Time: Dambulla to Kandy – 2 hours (approx.

Overnight stay at Kandy

KANDY CITY TOUR
After breakfast you will embark on a city tour in Kandy. If you are gem entrusts you can visit gem shops where Sri Lanka is famous for its unique range of gems. Sri Lanka’s gem industry has a very long and colorful history. The island has the best sapphires, topazes, amethysts, and other gems in the world

PINNAWALA ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE
The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is 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

Day Plan

• Check out from the Hotel & Proceed to Bentota
• En-route Visit Tea factory with tea plantation and tea tasting
• Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
• Proceed to Bentota city.
• Check in to hotel in Bentota .
• Travel Time: Kandy to Bentota – 4 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay at Bentota

BENTOTA
Bentota 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 , river safari at Maduganga , visit Turtle hatchery etc. Also you can shop around antique boutiques for traditional ornaments and unique pieces of jewellery to get as elegant souvenirs.

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 protecting Sri Lankan endangered turtle species from extinction.

Day Plan

• After breakfast visit nearby Turtle hatchery at Kosgoda
• After visit proceed to Madu Ganga River Safari.
• Engage water sports activities at Bentota
• Check in to the same hotel in Bentota in the afternoon
• Relax in the beach
• Shop for souvenir during free time

Overnight stay at Bentota

HIKKADUWA COASTAL TOWN
Hikkaduwa, a popular Sothern coastal town in Sri Lanka, is renowned for surfing and coral reefs It’s a home to a well-known coral sanctuary that attracts snorkelers and divers from all part of the world. The Hikkaduwa Coral Reef is rich in marine life, including colourful corals, tropical fish, and sometimes sea turtles. Snorkelling and glass bottom boat ride can use to explore this vibrant underwater ecosystem just off the coast.

GALLE FORT TOUR
Galle Fort is a renowned UNESCO world heritage site stands as a testament to the island’s colonial past, architectural splendours and vibrant culture. It’s originated in 16th century by the Portuguese during their colonial expansion in Indian Ocean. The fortifications were further fortified and expanded by the Dutch 17th century. Over the years, Galle Fort evolved into a thriving hub of trade, culture, attracting merchants and sailors across the globe.

Day Plan

• After breakfast , check out from the Hotel & Proceed to Galle Fort
• En-route visit Hikkaduwa coral reefs
• Visit Gall Fort
• Checking to the same hotel in Bentota in the evening
• Travel Time: Bentota to Gall – 1 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay at Bentota

COLOMBO CITY
Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. It’s diverse and vibrant and developed during colonial period and can found many colonial era architectural buildings, Beautiful landscapes, bustling streets and many more. Colombo night life is vibrant with lot of Casinos , street foods and other entertainments.

Day Plan

• After breakfast , check out from the Hotel & Proceed to Colombo
• Colombo City tour
• Checking to the hotel in Colombo
• Join the vibrant night life in Colombo
• Travel Time: Bentota to Colombo – 2.5 hours (approx.)

Overnight stay at Colombo

COLOMBO CITY

Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. Diverse and vibrant   and developed during colonial period and can found many colonial era architectural buildings, Beautiful landscapes, bustling streets and many more. Colombo night life is vibrant with lot of Casinos , street foods and other entertainments.

This is the last day of your Classic Sri Lanka tour in this paradise island. After having a  lavish spread of breakfast at the hotel get ready for departure for the airport.

In Case the departure flight due in late night we will arrange  Colombo City tour to visit places of important to visit 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.

Day Plan

• After breakfast , check out from the Hotel & Proceed to Colombo
• Colombo City tour 
• After City tour , departure for the air port
• Travel Time:   Bentota to Colombo  – 2.5 hours (approx.)