SRI LANKA ESCAPADE

🌴 Sri Lanka – The Island of Timeless Charm Discover the pearl of the Indian Ocean, where golden beaches meet lush tea gardens, ancient temples, and vibrant culture. From wildlife safaris to breathtaking hill country views, Sri Lanka offers the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and heritage.

Highlights
  • Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy a cultural show in Kandy.
  • Explore tea country with Ramboda Falls, Hanuman Temple, tea gardens and Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.
  • Discover Ella highlights including the Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak and Rawana Falls.
  • Follow the Ramayana trail and go on a thrilling safari in Yala National Park.
  • Relax in Mirissa with Coconut Tree Hill, Parrot Rock and whale watching, then explore Galle Fort.
  • Conclude with a city tour and shopping in Colombo

Itinerary

  • Land at CMB Airport and start the journey to Kandy.
  • En route, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
  • Reach Kandy and experience a Traditional Cultural Show.
  • Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic.
  • Check into your hotel. Evening free & easy.

  • Breakfast at the hotel & checkout.
  • Stop at Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple in Ramboda.
  • See the Ramboda Waterfalls .
  • Explore a Tea Factory & Garden – try Tea Tasting & Plucking.
  • Reach Nuwara Eliya, do a short city orientation tour, and visit Gregory Lake Park.
  • Check into the hotel. Evening at leisure.

  • Breakfast & checkout
  • Visit the Seetha Amman Temple (Ramayana story site)
  • Cruise down to Ella, Sri Lanka’s chill backpacker paradise
  • Strike a pose at the legendary Nine Arch Bridge
  • Hike up Little Adam’s Peak the view = chef’s kiss
  • Stop at Rawana Waterfalls for some nature therapy
  • Poolside vibes at Rawana Pool Club
  • Hotel check-in →evening free to explore Ella’s cool cafés

  • Breakfast & checkout
  • Visit Divurumpola Temple, where Seeta Devi’s Agni Pariksha took place
  • Continue to Yala for your thrilling afternoon Jeep Safari at Yala National Park
  • Hotel check-in → dinner included

  • Breakfast & checkout
  • Visit the tranquil Kirinda Beach
  • Continue to Mirissa, a tropical paradise
  • Visit the iconic Coconut Tree Hill – an Insta-famous viewpoint
  • Explore Parrot Rock (weather permitting)
  • Check in to hotel Relax by the beach

  • Early morning Whale Watching Excursion from Mirissa
  • Return to hotel for rest & refresh
  • Afternoon trip to Galle Fort & Old Town, a UNESCO heritage site full of history & charm
  • Return to Mirissa

  • Breakfast & checkou
  • Drive to Colombo explore the city on a quick orientation tour
  • Enjoy some last minute shopping
  • Transfer to the airport for your departure flight

ACCOMMODATION

Handpicked hotels blending comfort with Sri
Lankan charm:

  • Kandy – Royal kandyan
  • Nuwaraeliya – The high garden
  • Ella – Dowa elegance resort
  • Thissamaharama – Rain tree by oak ray
  • Mirissa – Somerset mirissa beach or similar properties

TRANSPORTATION

  • Airport transfers (One group Pick up and one group drop off)
  • Safari jeep at Yala National Park
  • Boat ride for Whale Watching in Mirissa

MEALS

  • 8 Meals Included:
  • 6 breakfasts
  • 2 Dinners

ACTIVITIES & OTHERS

  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit
  • Traditional Cultural Show in Kandy
  • Temple of the Tooth Relic visit
  • Tea Factory & Garden tour with tasting
  • Gregory Lake Park
  • Seeta Temple & Diwurumpola Temple
  • Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam’s Peak
  • Rawana Falls & Rawana Pool Club
  • Safari at Yala National Park (with jeep)
  • Kirinda Beach & Coconut Tree Hill
  • Parrot Rock (weather permitted)
  • Whale Watching in Mirissa
  • Galle Fortress & Old Town
  • Colombo city orientation & shopping (if time permits)

GUIDE SERVICES & SUPPORT

  • Support during all activities & sessions

FLIGHTS

  • International round trip flights.

VISA & INSURANCE

  • Visa and personal travel insurance are not part of the package. The Sri Lanka ETA
    (Electronic Travel Authorization) costs approximately INR 4,200 per person.

TRANSPORT

  • Any transportation needed during the free time, or any private transfers.

EXTRA MEALS

  • Meals not listed in the itinerary are excluded.

PERSONAL EXPENSES

  • Like shopping, alcohol, tips or anything not mentioned. Single Room requests or special event rates would be charged extra.

ACTIVITIES & OTHERS

  • Optional activities or experiences not mentioned in the itinerary

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