Overview
Ancient Buddhist cities, cool highlands, jungle walks, national parks, abundant wildlife and superb beaches
The Sri Lanka Grand Tour is our best selling holiday and offers a complete round tour of Sri Lanka. It covers all important areas of interest including Culture, The hill country, wildlife and finally ends with a beach break. The tour is packed with exciting excursions including an elephant ride and a magnificent train journey. Accommodation varies on a daily basis and offers a good breath of character and service. This tour is highly recommended for the first time visitor to Sri Lanka.
What makes this trip responsible ?
93% of all money generated by this holiday stays in Sri Lanka. We tend to use locally owned establishments for eating and staying and this ensures money makes it's way to the grass roots. This tour is also part of a pilot project for poverty alleviation in Sri Lanka through homestays.
Itinerary
| Day 01 |
Arrive in Sri Lanka. Drive about 1 hour and arrive in Colombo. (D) |
| Day 02 |
Drive to Anuradhapura, Overnight in Anuradhapura.(B,D) |
| Day 03 |
Explore ancient city of Anuradhapura. Elephant ride in the afternoon. Overnight in Giritale. (B,D) |
| Day 04 |
Explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Afternoon visit the Dambulla cave monasteries. Overnight in Dambulla (B,D) |
| Day 05 |
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning. Travel to Kandy. Witness Cultural dance show in the evening featuring fire walking, drummers etc. Overnight in Kandy. (B,D) |
| Day 06 |
Spend day exploring Kandy. Visit Peradeniya Gardens, Museum, Kandy city etc. Overnight in Kandy (B.D) |
| Day 07 |
Travel to Nuwara Eliya by train. On arrival visit a working tea factory and observe how tea is made. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya. (B,D) |
| Day 08 |
Travel to Uda Walawe. Upon arrival in Uda Walawe visit the National Park for an afternoon safari (B,D) |
| Day 09 |
Travel to Yala. In the evening visit the Yala National Park. (B,D) |
| Day 10 |
Optional safari of the Yala national Park or relax at the hotel. (B,D) |
| Day 11 |
Travel to your beach stay in Beentota. Enroute visit the stilt fisherman of Weligama, the Galle Fort and the Turtle hatchery. (B,D) |
| Day 12 |
Relax at the beach resort (B,D)
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| Day 13 |
Relax at the beach resort (B,D)
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| Day 14 |
Airport Transfer |
Extensions
This holiday may be extended as required. Popular options are additional nights on the beach or an Ayurvedic Package.
Want to know more ?
The itinerary above can be run as-is or tailormade to suit your needs and budget. Please select the Book Holiday or Contact Us to customise the holiday.
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Prices
From US$. 1215.00 per person twin sharing excl.flights. Children below 2 -12 50% off when sharing with parents.
Accommodation
12 Nights in star class hotels with all amneties including Air-conditioning, attached toilets, television, safes etc. 1 Night in an eco lodge with attached toilets, fans and mosquito nets. (No hot water)
Meals
Half Board basis beginning with Dinner on Day 01 and ending with Breakfast on Day 14. All Breakfasts and Dinners with the exception of the eco lodge would be buffets. The eco lodge will serve a set menu.
Included
Transport in air-conditioned car or minivan, English speaking chauffeur guide, Entrance fees to all sites on the itinerary, Train Tickets, Jeeps when visiting National Parks, All government taxes.
Route Map
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