7 Night / 8 Days Sri Lanka Tour
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Great Destination Tours & Travels Pvt.Ltd
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Ready for an amazing adventure? Unravel the hidden wonders of Sri Lanka, often referred to as the gem of the Indian Ocean, with our exclusive Sri Lanka Tour Package. Situated as an island nation in South Asia, with a vibrant history spanning 2500 years and stunning natural beauty, Sri Lanka is a treasure trove of tourism, culture, and breathtaking wonders. It attracts visitors with its best golden beaches, which are a combination of historical, spiritual, and natural elements. Home to UNESCO world heritage sites, Sri Lanka is renowned for its diverse culture, language, tropical paradise, famous tea, gems and batik, ancient heritage, and wildlife preservation activities, making it an ultimate tourist destination with an unforgettable experience.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Sri Lanka, Drive to Anuradhapura — At (Arrival Time): Welcome to Sri Lanka!!! Our airport representative will warmly welcome you upon your arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport and arrange for your transfer to your accommodation in Anuradhapura, which will take about 4 hours to reach. On arrival, complete the check in procedures and have some relaxation. Stay overnight at Anuradhapura.
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Day 2Anuradhapura Temple Tour. — At 07:00 AM: Have your breakfast at your hotel. Today you will be taken on an Anuradhapura Temple Tour, exploring all the beautiful temples of this holy place. The temples that you are going to explore are Abhayagiri Vihara, one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites. You will see beautifully carved moonstones from the 7th to 8th centuries that are on display, as well as spectacular bathing ponds. Following that, visit Dakkhina Stupa, a large brick stupa believed to hold the cremated remains of King Dutugemunu. The main attraction of this place is the stupa itself, as it is an ancient Buddhist monument. You can learn about stupa’s significance in Buddhist culture and enjoy the surroundings. After that, pay a visit to Anuradhapura Maha Viharaya, a large Buddhist monastery for Theravada Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It served as a centre of Buddhist learning and practice for centuries.
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Day 3Sigiriya Tour. — At 07:00 AM: Have your breakfast at the hotel and get ready to proceed to Sigiriya from Anuradhapura, which takes around 2 hours to reach. For today, you will be staying in a hotel in Habarana. Upon arrival in Habarana, complete the check in procedures and have some rest.
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Day 4Polonnaruwa Visit. — At 07:00 AM: Have your breakfast at your hotel and get ready to proceed to Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, which takes around 30 minutes to reach from Habarana. It is the Golden Temple of Dambulla, also listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is the best preserved cave temple. The temple consists of five caves, which have been converted into shrine rooms. Within the room, you will find numerous statues of Buddha in different postures, and throughout the temple, you will find small stupas dedicated to different deities. Besides the cultural and religious attractions within the caves, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surroundings.
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Day 5Kandy Sightseeing. — At 07:00 AM: Have your breakfast at the hotel and get ready to proceed for your Kandy trip from Polonnaruwa, which takes around three and a half hours to reach. Upon arrival in Kandy, head towards your hotel, complete the check in procedures, and have some rest.
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Day 6Nuwara Eliya Tour. — At 07:00 AM: Have your breakfast at the hotel and get ready to proceed to Nuwara Eliya from Kandy, which takes around two and a half hours to reach. After reaching there, head to the Ceylon Tea Plantation and Factory, where you will get to see the tea making process and how the green tea leaves end up in drinkable tea through various steps of withering (drying), rolling, fermentation, oxidizing, drying again, followed by sorting and bulk packing. After that, head to Ramboda Falls, a popular waterfall in Sri Lanka, where you can see the scenic beauty of lush greenery and rocky cliffs. The waterfall is surrounded by forest and plantations, providing a nice view for photography. Then visit Sri Bhakta Temple, an important Hanuman temple. You can witness the 16 feet Hanuman statue, which is carved from black granite and is the tallest Hanuman statue in Sri Lanka. After exploring these places, if you have time, return to your hotel.
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Day 7Drive to Colombo, Sightseeing. — At 07:00 AM: Have your breakfast at the hotel and get ready to proceed to Colombo from Nuwara Eliya, which takes around 5 hours. After reaching there, head towards the hotel and complete the check-in procedures. After that, you will be taken to explore the National Museum, the largest museum in Sri Lanka, which houses ancient rock inscriptions, swords, jewelry, coins, frescoes, and lamps. The museum features an extensive collection of Buddhist art and sculptures, including statues of the Buddha, Bodhisattvas, and other deities.
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Day 8Departure, Farewell! — At 07:00 AM: A bid farewell to beautiful Sri Lanka!!! Have your breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport, depending on the flight schedule. Fly back to your hometown, carrying all the beautiful memories in your eyes and mind, leaving this beautiful island of Sri Lanka.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Sri Lanka E-VISA.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off.
- A/C van for all mentioned transportation and sightseeing.
- All (7 nights) hotel accommodations based on double-sharing deluxe rooms.
- Meals as mentioned.
- An English-speaking chauffeur throughout the trip.
- All local taxes.
- Assistance at the airport
Not included
- International flight tickets.
- Nature of personal expenses.
- Entrance fees (National Museum).
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expenses arise because of early check-in or late checkout.
- Services that are not mentioned above.
Essential trip information
Accommodation
3 Star Deluxe
Fitness & eligibility
3
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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