09 DAYS Adventure Tour - HIDDEN SRI LANKA

HIDDEN SRI LANKA

09 DAYS Adventure Tour

9 Days

  • 4 / 5 Star Hotels
  • 09
  • Break Fast & Dinner
  • Private Transport ( AIR CONDITIONED )

 

OVERVIEW

9 Days Sri Lanka Tour Package – Summary

If anyone told you about a paradise that consists of a mixture of luxury and rural, it must be about Sri Lanka. Through our Sri Lanka vacation packages, you are going to experience a roller-coaster of events in nine whole days. Your Sri Lanka trip package will take you to the warmest of climates to the chilliest, the rural culture and back to the modern, the BCs and back to the 20s and from the central hills to the crystal clear beaches. We promise to show you panoramic natural scenes, the diverse wildlife unique to Sri Lanka, and you will taste some of the prestigious traditional food in the world while resting in the best holiday resorts in Sri Lanka. Sit back while we plan a Sri Lanka vacation to remember, but do be prepared for some adventures!

Activities Covered

  • Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • Wild Life Safari
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Madu Riverboat Ride
  • Enjoy a Kandy City Tour
  • Sightsee the Colombo city tour

Places Covered

  • Sigiriya 2N
  • Kandy 1N
  • Nuwara Eliya 1N
  • Ella 1N
  • Yala National Park 1N
  • Bentota 2N

Inclusion

  • Assistance at the Airport
  • Private English Speaking driver for the entire Journey
  • Kandy City Tour – 2 hours
  • All government taxes
  • Fuel & local insurance for the vehicle
  • Accommodation on bed and breakfast will be offered on the basis hotel’s options.
  • Private semi-luxury car/van (air-conditioned)
  • Colombo city & shopping tour – 3 hours
  • Nuwara Eliya city tour – 2 hours
  • Tea plantation visit & factory visit – Free tea tasting
  • Spice Garden visit & 15 min Ayurvedic Massage

Exclusion

  • This package excludes the sightseeing entrance charges 
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses are excluded.
  • Late check outs & early check in charges are excluded.
  • Camera & Video Permits
  • Guide/Driver tips
  • Travel insurance is excluded
  • There are no Air-tickets included in the tour package
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places to go

Itinerary

Sigiriya 

In this 09-day Sri Lanka vacation package, you discover one of the most attractive cultural centers of Sri Lanka in Sigiriya, where there are plenty of things to do and explore! You visit an elephant orphanage where its playful calves amuse you with cute gestures that will begin your Sri Lanka vacation on a sweet note. Then you step into the Pathikada art gallery that preserves 5th-century traditional paintings. In this Sri Lanka vacation package, you get the remarkable opportunity to climb the world-famous Sigiriya rock fortress. You will have the feeling of entering in to the world of ancient kingdom when you visit the Dambulla cave temple complex as it feels so real and raw! Before heading to the beautiful village walk, you dig into the mouth-watering Sri Lankan food made from recipes treasured for centuries!

Activities – Day 01

  •        Arrive at Sri Lanka (Katunayake International Airport)
  •        Warm welcome from our Driver at the airport
  •        Proceed to the city of Sigirya
  •        Check-in at the antique-style hotel and relax
  •        Enjoy your first Sri Lankan buffet dinner at the hotel
  •        Overnight stay at the hotel

Activities – Day 02

  •        Wake up to the beautiful Sigiriya    
  •        Enjoy the breakfast buffet overlooking the lake
  •        Taste tropical fruits fresh from the village
  •        Early Morning Climb to Sigirya Rock Fortress
  •        Enjoy a wonderful Sri Lankan traditional boat ride
  •        Experience how Sri Lankan ancestors travelled through a cart ride
  •        Experience Sri Lankan culture in a truly village experience
  •        Back to the hotel and relax
  •        Devour a humongous dinner buffet at the hotel

Accomodation  : Hotel Sigiriya (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan          : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time       : BIA Airport to Sigiriya – 5 hour (approx.)
Transfer Mode  : Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Kandy

It’s the third day of your Sri Lanka vacation, and you are on an exquisite trip around the city of Kandy, which used to be the capital of Sri Lanka during the legendary era of Sri Lankan kingdoms. As a city of sacred value, the Kandyan Kingdom was home to the ‘Temple of Tooth’. Centuries later, the tooth relic of Lord Buddha still remains in Kandy. As you wake up in one of the best holiday resorts in Sri Lanka, the scenic beauty of Kandy greets you. Its misty mountains ranges, charming tea plantations, soothing weather, royal botanic garden with mesmerizing flora, gooey food, and friendly locals sum up heaven in the form of a city. And making your Sri Lanka vacation even better, you experience the insanely picturesque train ride across Kandy!

Activities

  •       Start your day with a never-ending breakfast buffet
  •       Enjoy mouth-watering fresh tropical fruits
  •       Exit from dry zoon in Sri Lanka to cool hill stations
  •       On the way stop by at Dambulla cave temple
  •       Visit Spice village and know about famous Sri Lanka spices
  •       Enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan meal cooked in spice village
  •       Evening Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
  •       Check in to the enticing Kandy hotel & refresh
  •       Visit the most famous Kandy temple
  •       Enjoy a flavourful dinner buffet at the hotel

Accomodation  : Grand kandyan (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan          : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time       : Dambulla to Kandy – 2 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode  : Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Nuwara Eliya

Located in the elevated south-central region of Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya is a travel destination one should never miss while on their Sri Lanka vacation. As Sri Lanka is a tropical country with high humidity, Nuwara Eliya was favored by the British during colonization for its exceptionally cold climate. Thus, European flora and fauna and European fruits like strawberries were grown. On this day of Sri Lanka trip package, you get the chance to taste the highest quality Ceylon tea produced in Sri Lanka. Then you visit the strawberry farm, all while enjoying the British vibe that is unique for this tropical country. The elegant mountains blanketed by the foggy chill, foamy streams of waterfalls, and the beautiful parks and rivers have made the perfect Sri Lanka vacation getaway for your family! 

Activities 

  •        Enjoy the misty morning with a cup of iconic Ceylon tea
  •        Devour a humongous breakfast buffet at the hotel
  •        Proceed to Nuwara Eliya
  •        On the way, witness the Ramboda falls
  •        Stop over at world famous Labukale tea estate & plantation
  •        Experience Sri Lankan tea culture with a ‘Tea Tour’
  •        Visit a strawberry farm & enjoy a fresh strawberry juice & shake
  •        Check in at a colonial-style hotel
  •        Later, visit Gregory Lake and watch the beautiful sunset
  •        Walk around ‘The Little England’ filled with friendly locals

Accomodation  : Jetwing St Andrews (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan          : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time       : Kandy to Nuwara Eliya – 1 hour 15min (approx.)
Transfer Mode  : Private Car (Air Conditioned)

Ella

Beautiful Sri Lanka is all you are asking for, and we give that on your wonderful Sri Lanka itinerary. Ella town is one of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka from your Sri Lanka tour itinerary. You experience one of the most picturesque train rides in the world when you pass beautiful mountains, steamy waterfalls, luscious forests, and villages with beaming locals: on the Kandy to Ella train. You climb the Ella rock and walk along the rails on the famous Nine Arch Bridge. As promised by your customized Sri Lanka itinerary, you arrive at the edge of the Diyaluma falls yet, another Sri Lanka attraction. You jump right in the gushing water, and you feel like you are in an infinity pool, but it is all the magic of nature!

Activities

  •       Breakfast at the hotel
  •       Proceed to Ella
  •       Enjoy a world famous train ride From Nanu Oya To Ella
  •       Capture beautiful waterfalls and old style train stations
  •       Check in to the charming Ella hotel & refresh
  •       Taste original Ceylon Tea at a tea estate
  •       Witness the famous Ella Gap
  •       Visit the beautiful Nine Arch Bridge
  •       Bath in natural pools of beautiful waterfalls
  •       Hike mini Adams Peak
  •       Appetizing Sri Lankan dinner buffet at the hotel

Accomodation  : Morning Dew Hotel (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan          : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time       : Nuwara Eliya to Ella – 4 hours (approx.)
Transfer Mode  : Private Car (Air Conditioned) / Train Ride

Yala National Park

Venture into the wilderness! The adventure begins on the fifth day of your Sri Lanka vacation package. The Yala national park is the most visited of its kind in Sri Lanka vacations for the breathtaking wild safari it offers. Excited, you dive into the forest in safari jeeps with experienced guides. Few minutes into the jungle and the magic begins. You spot a beautiful peacock dancing, spotted deer, majestic leopards, reptiles, and flocks of vibrant birds. Suddenly a herd of gigantic elephants greet you on the wild trails and, you buckle up just in case things get wilder! Yala National Park is a must-visit in Sri Lanka travel packages. The beaming faces of everyone returning from the jungle say it all! You enjoy the sunset as you hear a guide say, ‘‘everything that happens meanwhile would be unplanned and untamed!” 

Activities

  •        Delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel
  •        Check out and proceed to Yala national park
  •        Check in to the tropical hotel in Yala
  •        Gear up for the jungle safari
  •        Witness wonderful wildlife moments on the 4 x 4 Jeep safari
  •        Get back to the luscious hotel and refresh
  •        Enjoy a BBQ dinner under the starry sky by the jungle

Accomodation  : Jetwing Yala (5 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan          : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time       : Ella to Yala National Park – 2 hour 30min (approx.)
Transfer Mode  : Private Car (Air Conditioned)  

Bentota

From the jungle and into the wild waves! The charming lagoon by the southwest corner of the island, Bentota: is a magnetic destination for Sri Lanka vacations among locals and foreigners alike. This town has some of the best holiday resorts in Sri Lanka and offers numerous water activities. You enjoy your Sri Lanka vacation with your family by speed boat riding, diving, kite surfing, and paddleboarding till the sunset. There is something for everyone in Bentota! After challenging the wild turquoise waters, you go whale watching and visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery on the next day. By the end of this Sri Lanka vacation package, you have experienced marine life to the fullest! The evening walk in the city is beautiful, and you fall in love with it though it’s time to leave. 

Activities – Day 07

  •         Wake up with the sounds of the Wildness
  •         Take a walk around the hotel
  •         Enjoy a breakfast buffet rich in curry flavors
  •         Proceed to Bentota beach
  •         Prepare to take a boat ride to visit whales & dolphins
  •         Visit a turtle hatchery to learn about Sri Lankan turtles
  •         Engage in fun water activities at Madu River
  •         Get the natural experience of mangrooves at Madu River
  •         Check in at the beachfront hotel & relax
  •         Stroll along the orange beach when the sun sets
  •         Enjoy a grand seafood dinner buffet
  •         A relaxing overnight stay at the beach hotel

Activities – Day 08

  •         Wake up enjoying a cup of refreshing Ceylon tea
  •         Enjoy a relaxing Yoga session by the beach
  •         Devour a breakfast filled with seafood from Indian ocean
  •         Engage in fun water sports activities in the Bentota sea
  •         Take a dip in the warm Indian ocean
  •         Don’t miss the stunning sunset by the beach
  •         Enjoy a dinner that includes a famous Sri Lanka carb dish
  •         Overnight stay in the tropical beach hotel

Accomodation  : Thaale Benthota (4 Star Hotel)
Meal Plan          : Breakfast & Dinner
Travel Time       : Yala Park to Bentota – 3 hour 30min (approx.)
Transfer Mode  : Private Car (Air Conditioned)   

Colombo

Colombo city offers a different taste from all the destinations of our Sri Lanka vacation packages. As the capital city of Sri Lanka, Colombo is buzzing day and night, and it declares a diverse culture. The tour around Colombo city: the last city of your Sri Lanka vacation amazes you because it is the only city in Sri Lanka that is well-blended with the European culture and traditional Sri Lankan culture. This Sri Lanka vacation package also includes visits to the Gangaramaya temple and old colonial buildings influenced by the British architecture, and they mesmerize you as you walk through them. As suggested by a friendly local, you taste the local favorite: the ‘isso wadey’ while enjoying the Galle Face beach sunset of red and orange hues – what a way to end a fabulous journey!

Activities

  •        You’ll have Colombo City Tour for 03 Hours if you had enough time for your Flight
  •        Doing Some Last Minute of Shopping in Colombo
  •        Pack your Things & Proceed to Airport (02 Hours Drive)
  •        Airport Drop & Enjoy Your Flight & Safe journey!
  •        END!
From $899
/ Adult
Do I need a visa to enter Sri Lanka?

Yes, you will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. In addition, if you intend visiting Sri Lanka on a short visit,you will need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival.

You can either apply and obtain an extended visa from a Sri Lankan Embassy/ Consulate from your country of residence prior to arrival in Sri Lanka or get an extension from the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Colombo 10. This procedure will take about 2-3 hours, and you will have to give a bona fide reason for staying over 30 days. If you are staying in a resort for a long period, the staff will be able to help you with the application.

It’s a good option to purchase a local SIM card and top up cards while you are on holiday. The mobile call rates are relatively cheap for both local and IDD calls. There are many mobile operators in the country (E.g. Dialog, Mobitel, Etisalat, Hutch etc.,). Dialog has a counter at the Colombo Airport and you can obtain a connection on arrival. A Dialog connection will cost about Rupees 1500. Top up cards are freely available island-wide. You can buy top-up cards for denominations of Rupees 100, 400 & 1000. Be sure that your phone is `dual band’ and unlocked.

Most hotels provide internet facilities. There are internet cafes in most towns with WIFI connection. Connections in smaller towns will be slow. The average cost of surfing in a Cyber Café is about US$ .50 per hour. Many large 5 star and some boutique hotels provide Wifi facilities.

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09 DAYS Adventure Tour
From $899
/ Adult