Scenic Sri Lanka

Welcome & assistance at airport & transfer to Kandy 

Kandy 

Located in the foothills of the central highlands, Kandy, Sri Lanka’s renowned second  city is a beautiful city, surrounded by hills and valleys, rivers, lakes and cascading  waterfalls. 129 Km away from Colombo Kandy, the charming hill capital, is the centre of Sri Lanka’s rich culture and a World Heritage City or it may be said that Kandy is a  perfect place to explore the unique history and the beautiful culture.

Kandy Cultural Show visit with Gem Museum (If time Permits – To Reach  Kandy before 5pm ) Sri Lanka, a country rich with culture & tradition offers a very vibrant and unique show of Sri Lankan traditional dances, in the form of Kandy cultural  show. As many as 12 different folk and traditional dances are performed during the  show. 

Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel

Breakfast at Hotel 

Dalada Maligawa – Temple of Tooth 

Located in Kandy, long a center of the Buddhist faith, the stunning 17th-century  Temple of the Tooth (Śrī Dalada Maligawa) is believed to house the left upper canine  tooth of the Lord Buddha himself. This precious relic attracts white-clad pilgrims, bearing lotus blossoms and frangipani, every day. The temple was originally built  under Kandyan kings between 1687 and 1707

Transfer to Nuwara Eliya 

Visit Bhakthi Hanuman Temple 

Visit Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple, Ramboda. The Ramboda area is believed to be an area where Rama’s forces were gathered against  Ravana. RamPadai means Rama’s Force. The hills of Ramboda is also believed where Hanuman was searching for Sitadevi. The Chinmaya mission of Sri Lanka has built an Anjaneyar temple with  Hanuman as the presiding deity. This temple is called Sri Baktha  Hanuman temple and the image of lord Hanuman here is 16 Feet  tall. The service times at the Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple is  between 7:00 am to 12:00 noon and again 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

Visit Ramboda Falls 

Tea Factory visit 

Nuwara Eliya 

Nuwara Eliya, the “city of lights,” is the highest town in Sri Lanka and that means a  break from the oppressive heat and humidity that surrounds the rest of the country.  Situated at around 2000m above sea level and surrounded by lush tea plantations.  Nuwara Eliya is the main hill resort of Sri Lanka and the heart of the tea industry. This city with an elevation of 6200 meters is the highest in Sri Lanka. Once a pleasure  retreats of the European planters the town is still very much an English town with  many English style bungalows and buildings. 

Relax your day at Nuwaraeliya city. Gregory Lake/ Strawberry plantations/ Flower  Gardens/ Colonial building / Race course/ Golf Club. You can do boat rides at the Gregory’s lake and horse ride at the city upon your wish. 

• Gregory’s Lake – Enjoy boat ride/Jet ski ride/ Pedal boat or relaxing walk around Lake side 
• Strawberry plantation visit – You can visit a strawberry plantation and enjoy a glass of fresh strawberries.

• Victoria Park/ Race course/ Golf course are other attractions at Nuwara-Eliya Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel in Nuwara Eliya 

Excursion 

Breakfast at Hotel 

Gayathri Pedam Shiva. 

It is believed to be the place from where King Ravana”s son Meghanath propitiated Lord Shiva with penance and poojas and in return was granted super natural powers by lord  

Visit Divurumpola Temple 

Still revered by thousands, this holy haven was the place where  Sita performed her Agni Pariksha (proving her chastity) to her  husband Rama. Continuing the practice for thousands of years,  villagers still pledge their fidelity or take oaths there and even in  certain courts, this agreement was binding. This place has been  respected and worshipped by people down the ages. 

Visit Sitha Amman Temple

Hakgala Botantical Gardens (Ashok Vatika) 

This about 28 hectares in extent, lie under the shadow of the  hakgala rock. The botanic gardens are locally reputed for  their collection, the rose garden and magnificent trees, indoor plants and other flowers. And this is a part of the  Raamayanaya. King Ravana kept the depressed Sita in here.  Part of this majestic garden still exists. It is also said that  Hanuman nearly destroyed it in order to prove to Ravana of  the forces against him. 

Transfer back to hotel in Nuwara Eliya 

Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Breakfast at Hotel 

Transfer from Nuwara Eliya to Bentota Via Pinnawala 

Visit Spice & Herbal Garden at Mawanella 

Sri Lanka is world renowned for its valued spices and healing herbs. Our lush spice  and herbal gardens feature many important herbs such as Sandalwood, Margosa,  Cocoa, Citronella, Almond, Jasmine and Coconut. When visiting us, make the most of the chance to experience first-hand how cloves, pepper, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon  and saffron are grown in their natural surroundings. 

Visit Pinnawala – Elephant Orphanage 

Pinnawela Orphanage is situated in Rambukkana, northwest of the town Kegalla,  halfway between the present capital Colombo and the ancient royal residence Kandy in the hills of central Sri Lanka. It was established 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife  department. This 24 acres large elephant orphanage is a also breeding pace for elephants, the first elephant baby was born in 1984, and it is the greatest herd of  elephants in captivity in the world. Between 1975 and 2012, 67 animals were born  here. 

Madu River Mangrove Boat Safari 

Maadu Ganga flows across Balapitiya (approx 80kms down south of Colombo) andis one of the rarely visited, unspoiled attractions any nature lover can find in Sri  Lanka. She boasts of having a cluster of 64 small islands scattered along her path  and the most of which are covered with mangroves and uninhabited. The largest  island is known as “Ma Doowa” is the largest inhabited island within the country where about 300 families live. The smallest islet of the lot is called “Satha Paha  Doowa” where there is a tiny shrine with a statue built in respect of the gods of  Kataragama. 

Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project (“KSTCP”) 

The main aim of the project is to monitor local sea turtle activity and conserve the local nesting sites. We aim to make the public more aware of how endangered these  beautiful creatures are and just how important it is to help protect them before it is  too late. 

Dinner Overnight stay at Hotel in Bentota

Breakfast at the Hotel 

Transfer from Bentota to Colombo 

Colombo city tour & shopping 

Colombo is the largest city of Sri Lanka and its commercial capital. The city is strategically located on the east west trade route and is a major business hub of the country. The city serves as a major port and the largest financial center of Sri Lanka.  Colombo is a blend of old and the new. The city is bestowed with some of the most  beautiful historic sites. 

Gangaramaya Temple Visit

Night Life in Colombo 

A few years ago, Colombo was lacking in a variety of nightlife. Recently however, a rash of nightspots has popped up in a short space of time giving everyone who likes  to indulge in such activities, more options. Although there are several nightclubs and  bars catering to young adults, those with live bands (mostly of excellent standard), are very popular with a more mature clientele Dinner & Overnight Stay at Hotel in Colombo

Breakfast at hotel 

Transfer from Colombo to airport for departure flight 

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