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  • BEST OF SRI LANKA (11N/12D) : Colombo, Anuradhapura, Jaffana, Trincomalee, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala
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Overview

Drive along the road in Sri Lanka and you can pass Hindu temples, Buddhist shrines, churches, and mosques all on the same stretch. This fusion – found in the history, the culture, the Arabian, Indian and European-inspired food – makes Sri Lanka a delicious melting pot to explore. From laid-back Negombo venture through ancient Anuradhapura to the lesser explored north, the secrets and hidden places of Jaffna, and on to the beautiful coastline of Trincomalee. Discover the spiritual heart of the country in the temples of Kandy, and enjoy the natural world too, in a country that overflows with plants and wildlife. Spend time with locals keen to share their homes, food, and stories on an adventure that will leave you with many of your own to tell.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on Double Sharing basis
  • 3 Star Hotel / Resort
  • Daily Breakfast & Dinner
  • All Sightseeing Tours & Transfers As Per Itinerary
  • All Arrival & Departure Transfers
  • All Currently Applicable Taxes

Highlights

  • Bodhi Tree Temple Anuradhapura
  • Jaffna Peninsula Tour & Nagadeepa Temple
  • Dambulla Cave Temples
  • Sigiriya Lion Rock
  • Wasgamuwa National Park
  • Kandy Spice Garden & Temple of the Tooth
  • Devon Waterfall Nuwara Eliya
  • Ella Train Ride, Ella Gap & Rawana Falls
  • Adam’s Peak & The Nine Arch Bridge
  • Yala National Park Safari
  • Independence Square & Parliament
  • National Museum & Colombo Beach

Exclusions

  • Any Air Ticket or Railway Ticket (Unless Specified)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Any Increase in Govt Taxes, Fuel Price And Any Applicability Of New Taxes From The Govt
  • Any Up Gradation in Hotel Room Category
  • Guide Charges / Entrance Fees for Any Sightseeing
  • Price of Insurance Portage (Coolie Charges), Laundry, Telephone Charges, Shopping, Wines & Alcoholic Beverages, Mineral Water (Unless Specified), Items of Personal Nature And Food And Drink Which is Not Part Of Set Group Menu
  • Any Extra Cost Incurred on Behalf of Any Individual Due to Illness, Accident, Hospitalization or Any Personal Emergency
  • Any Services or Activity Charges other Than Those Included in The Itinerary
  • Anything Specifically Not Mention in The Tour Price Inclusions
  • Entrance Fees & Guide Charges of Sight Seeings Mentioned In The Itinerary Are Not Included
  • Compulsory Gala Dinner Charges During Xmas And New Year Period (Any Special Event Charge by Resort)
  • GST 5% (Government Tax) on Total Package Price

Tour Plan

Day 01

ARRIVE AT COLOMBO, COLOMBO - NEGOMBO

Ayu-bowan! Welcome to Sri Lanka. Your adventure begins in the town of Negombo, located close to the international airport. You can arrive at any time on Day 1 as there are no activities planned until the important welcome meeting at 5.30 pm. Those arriving early can get into the spirit of seaside Sri Lanka by observing the local fishing craft and perhaps feasting on fresh seafood. The beautiful surrounding countryside is best explored on a bicycle, which you can rent with help from the hotel reception. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 02

NEGOMBO - ANURADHAPURA, LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Travel north by private vehicle (approximately 4 hours) to Anuradhapura. The grand ruins of Anuradhapura point to its status as Sri Lanka’s ruling city for almost one and a half millennia. Take a guided cycling tour of the large number of archaeological sites – the stupas, citadel and monasteries – and stop by the Bodhi Tree Temple, the second-most sacred site in Sri Lanka. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 03

ANURADHAPURA - JAFFANA

Travel north (approximately 4 hours) to the coastal Tamil town of Jaffna, inaccessible for years due to the civil war. Journey around the Jaffna Peninsula, taking in Point Pedro (Sri Lanka’s northernmost point), the healing waters of Keerimalai Spring, the ruined dagobas of Kantarodai, and Nilawari, a bottomless well where it’s said that the Hindu God, Rama, shot an arrow to get water. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 04

JAFFANA SIGHTSEEING

Today we have plenty of time to explore more of Jaffna. Visit Nagadipa Temple on Nainativu Island, the only major Buddhist site in the north of the country (where Buddha himself is said to have visited to settle a dispute between two local kings) and accessible by local ferry. Just by the jetty is also the Naga Pooshani Amman Kovil, a colourful Hindu Temple dedicated to Meenakshi. Back in Jaffna, tour the city including the beautiful library that has been lovingly restored after being detroyed in the war, and the Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, an important local Hindu site. In the evening, spend time with a local family and learn to cook traditional Jaffna cuisine. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 05

JAFFANA - TRINCOMALEE

Leave Jaffna today and travel to Trincomalee (approximately 4 hours). Discover the beach vibes of "Trinco", relax in the shade of a palm tree and try ‘toddy’ straight from its flowers. Trincomalee was one of the world’s finest deep-water harbours, attracting famous sailors like Marco Polo to its shores. There are no activities planned today, so there's plenty of time to relax around the pool or beach. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 06

TRINCOMALEE SIGHTSEEING

Take the free day to enjoy a range of optional activities like visiting the colorful and intricate Pathirakali Amman Hindu temple, or climb aboard a boat for some whale and dolphin watching in the bay. Don’t feel like doing anything? Then simply sit back, relax and enjoy the peaceful beach lifestyle. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 07

TRINCOMALEE - HABARANA - DAMBULLA

Drive from Trincomalee towards Habarana (approximately 2 hours), a small but scenic village that serves as a base to exploring the colourful Anuradhapura district of Sri Lanka. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple. This wondrous UNESCO Heritage-listed site is the largest and best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, many of which are full of colourful, large statues and paintings related to Gautama Buddha and his life. After returning to Habarana, there’s the option of going elephant, sambar deer and leopard watching on a safari in the evergreen scrublands of Minneriya National Park. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 08

DAMBULA - SIGIRIYA - WASGOMUWA NATIONAL PARK

Today we head towards Wasgomuwa National Park, one of the most biodiverse protected areas in Sri Lanka, by private vehicle (approximately 2.5 hours). En route, visit Sigiriya's Lion Rock, an ancient carved-rock fortress that rises dramatically above the surrounding plains. Spend the rest of the day at Project Orange Elephant, a local non-government organisation helping protect elephants in Sri Lanka while supporting farmers to develop sustainable incomes. Meet some of the local farmers and have the chance to see elephants and other wildlife that live in the area. Wasgamuwa National Park is home to wild Asian elephants, sloth bears, leopards and many other endangered wildlife. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 09

WASGOMUWA - KANDY

Leave Wasgomuwa and head onwards to Kandy (approximately 3.5 hours), the last capital of Sri Lanka’s ancient kings era. As you continue on, a stop in at a spice garden might yield scents of cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, clove, nutmeg, vanilla and more as you learn the secrets of cultivating these palate pleasers. After arriving in Kandy, visit a Kandayan dance show to experience the colourful traditional costumes and evocative performances live in action. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 10

KANDY SIGHTSEEING

Start the day off in Kandy with a visit to the Giragama Tea Factory for an insight into local production techniques, then head to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This golden roofed temple is home to Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. Afterwards, enjoy the rest of the day with free exploration of the city. Perhaps take a walk around the beautiful lake in the centre of town, explore the local Buddhist temple or while away the afternoon amongst the trees and flowers of the Royal Palace Park. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 11

KANDY - NUWARA ELIYA

We will be beginning our Kandy City tour after the breakfast which will include exploring Kandy Lakeside, View Point and Bahirawakanda along with the Peradeniya Botanical Garden.

We will be taking a drive to Nuwara eliya and taking a break on the way at Kithulgala for white water rafting and canoeing. The lunch will be served at the Plantation Hotel, Kithulgala.

In Nuwara eliya, we will visit the St. Clair waterfall, the Devon waterfall and explore the lifestyle of the Sri Lankan Tamil Tea workers. Furthermore, we will visit the Pink post office (The oldest British post office in Sri Lanka), the Bail Bazaar, the Central Market, Colonial buildings and end the tour by having Dinner at the Grand Indian Restaurant. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 12

TRAIN RIDE ELLA, ELLA TO YALA/TISSAAMAHARAMA

We will be visiting the Horton Plains and the World’s end at 5 am early in the morning while on the way catch the train to Ella which is known to be one of the best train journeys in the world. In Ella you can visit the Ella gap, Rawana falls, little Adam’s peak and the Nine arch bridge. We will be visiting the Ella City for SPA. Later we drive to Yala / TissamaharamaAn overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 13

YALA - GALLE - COLOMBO

In morning after Yala National Park Safari, return back to hotel for breakfast. Later we drive on towards Colombo today, the nation's capital. After arrival at Colomob, check-in to hotel and relax. Tonight there's an optional final group dinner to celebrate your journey together. An overnight stay and dinner at hotel.

Day 14

DEPARTURE FROM COLOMBO

After breakfast, we will explore the nation's capital - Colombo. Stop by some of the city's main sights on a bus tour including Independence Square, Parliament, and past the National Museum, finishing with a shopping opportunity for a good cause at the Barefoot Fair trade Store. Here you can find a collection of handicrafts from around the country and support small cottage industries. If you are lucky enough to be in Colombo on a Saturday, visit Good Market, a local market full of stalls showcasing social enterprises and responsible businesses. Later  we will drop you off at the Airport for your further journey.

Travel Documents

  • Original passport with minimum 6 months validity from the date of tour arrival along with sufficient blank pages for the stamping of visa

Visa :

  • Sri Lanka visa/visa on arrival is free for Indian passport holder.

Payment Terms

  • Payments can be made by Cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS or IMPS. Cheque/Demand Draft should be in favor of "VM HOLIDAYS AND HOSPITALITY LLP".
  • You can also book your package online with Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.

Cancellation Policy

  • If the Guest decides to cancel the tour for any reason whatsoever then s/he shall give a written application to the Company within specified time limit along with original receipt issued by the Company. Such cancellation will attract cancellation charges stated here under. 
  • Cancellation charges will be calculated on gross tour cost and the cancellation charges shall depend on date of departure and date of cancellation.
  • Cancellation charges for any type of transport ticket are applicable as per the rules of the concerned authority.
  • Air tickets issued on special fares are NON REFUNDABLE and Guest shall bear cancellation charges.
  • Any refund payable to the Guest will be paid after the Company receives refund from the respective authorities. The Company deducts processing charges from the refund to be paid to the Guest.

Cancellation Charges :

  • Before 31 Days :  00%
  • From 30-22 Days :  25%
  • From 20-16 Days :  50%
  • From 15-07 Days :  75%
  • From 06-00 Days :  100%

Refund Policy :

  • Refund Process time is 21 working days for any normal cancellation. You will get refund by Bank transfer only.

Note : For any natural disaster or Government Travel Ban, you will get refund as per supplier / hotel / airline policy. If they provide credit note than you will get credit note as per their terms & conditions. We are not responsible for any cash/Bank transfer refunds for it.

Booking Tnc

  • The above price is per person basis. High Season Surcharges are applicable; rates are not valid for long weekends and public holidays.
  • Child up to 4 yrs is Complimentary, Adult: 12 years and above.
  • Personal identification is mandatory to carry on tour for Air Travel, Hotels for security reason like: election card, Driving Licence, Passport.
  • All rates are valid for Indian national only.
  • The above given prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • The quotation is based on Standard room of individual hotel, however if unavailable then the upgrading cost to be borne by the guest.
  • Hotel check in is 1400 hrs and checkout would be 1000 hrs. Early check in and late check out subject to availability.
  • If the above hotels are not available similar category hotels are used as hotel rooms are subject to availability.Hotels may provide room heater at an additional price on direct payment basis.
  • Meals provided at the hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) are based on a set menu.
  • Anything other than the set menu will be charged extra.
  • Driver is NOT A GUIDE; he will take you to the sightseeing’s mentioned in the itinerary. You will have to explore the place of visit on your own.
  • Vehicle will be not at disposal. If guest wish to go for additional sightseeing extra charges will be applicable.
  • Itinerary is subject to change.The above mentioned cost is not valid during National Holidays, festive season/long weekends, Christmas & New year.

Special Notes

  • Airlines/Room up-gradation and complimentary will not be entertained during the tour unless if specified at the time of booking.
  • There is no refund for any services not utilized during the tour.
  • Security deposit is required either in cash or credit card by hotels which is refundable provided no room incidentals are incurred. This security deposit is not included in this quote and must be paid by the guests/corporate directly to the hotel when checking in.
  • Guests are advised not to keep valuables in the coach/vehicle while sightseeing. 
  • The Company shall not be responsible for loss of valuables from the coach / vehicle . If the coach / vehicle is accidentally or otherwise damaged by the Guest, s/he will be required to pay compensation for the same.

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