SRI LANKA

This morning you will be transferred to Pinnawala to visit the elephant orphanage. Continue to Sigiriya to visit one of Asia’s major archaeological sites. Sigiriya Lion Rock Citadel of Sri Lanka built by King Kasyapa in the 5th century A.D. It was the royal citadel of King Kasyapa for more than 18 years. Sigiriya has been named as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982.

Overnight stay in Dambulla. (B)

This morning you join a Safari at Minneriya National Park. Minneriya National Park affords the opportunity to sight herds of Elephants throughout the year. Visit a spice garden in Matale to see many different types of spices Sri Lanka. Continue to Kandy, a world heritage site, is home to numerous Buddhist temples including the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic. In the evening enjoy a cultural show of traditional dances.

Overnight stay in Kandy. (B)

We will continue to Nuwara Eliya known as Little England of Sri Lanka at an altitude 6,200 ft above the sea level was made into a health resort by the British in the 19th century. En-route visit a tea plantation.

Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya. (B)

This morning travel towards South West coast of the country via Galle endowed with over a thousand miles of beautiful beaches fringed with coconut palms. Visit a batik factory or a turtle hatchery, paying your respects at the local temple or sampling the local fruit and getting first-hand knowledge of the art of toddy making.

Overnight stay in Bentota. (B)

Today travel towards Colombo and you will drive through the commercial areas and drive past Pettah, a colorful Oriental bazaar with a mix of people, ancient vehicles, bargains, mosques, and temples. You have a chance to see a Hindu Temple, Buddhist Temple and the Jami Ul Alfar Jumma Mosque of Colombo. Continue your tour of Colombo through the Wolfendhal Dutch Church, Hulfts dorp Law Courts as you drive along the residential area of Cinnamon Gardens, and also visit the Independence Square and Bandaranayake Memorial International Conference Hall. Rest of the day at leisure and enjoy shopping at Colombo.

Overnight stay in Colombo. (B)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Colombo international airport to board the flight for the departure.