12 Days All-Inclusive Classic Tour in Sri Lanka

Day 1: Airport-Anuradapura.

1. Yapahuwa Rock Fortress
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Yapahuwa was one of the ephemeral capitals of 13th century medieval Sri Lanka. It's built around a huge granite rock rising abruptly almost a hundred meters above the surrounding lowlands it was built as a palace and military stronghold against foreign invaders.

Day 2: Anuradhapura-Sigiriya.

1. Anuradhapura Stupas Scenic Point
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Visit the ancient capital Anuradhapura,
   Dating from the 3rd century BC Attractions include the Huge Dagabas, Ruwanwaliseya, Adaygiri , Jethawanarama Monasteries and Isurumuniya Rock Temple,The scared Bo- tree claims to be the oldest documented tree in the world, bronzed palaces monk chapter house , ponds , and very well preserved rock cut Buddha statues and sculptures,
2. Replica Of Aukana Buddha Statue
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Aukana Buddha is home to the most perfectly preserved ancient statue in Sri Lanka. The
   perfect & elegant 12m high standing Buddha is adored all over the island to such an extent,
   that several full scale copies have been erected in the island.

Day 3: Sigiriya -Habarana-Sigiriya

1. Sigiriya Lion Rock
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Early morning around 6.00 proceed to Sigiriya Lion Rock which was built by King Kashapa in the 5th century, which is a complex of building parts of the Royal Palace fortified town and most attractive fresco paintings.
2. 2h
   Village safari tour including your lunch.
   During this village tour, you can experience some of the oldest humankind activities that include a long bull-cart ride & Catamaran Boat Ride takes place on the lake.
   You can observe a traditional daily lives of a real village house and short walk within the paddy fields & vegetable cultivation you can reach village house. At the village house you can relax & taste a delicious Sri Lankan Lunch.
   At the end of the village tour, you will be taking a Tuk-Tuk ride

Day 4: Sigiriya-Polonnaruwa-Sigiriya

1. Polonnaruwa Vatadage
   3h · Admission ticket included
   visits polonnaruwa medieval capital Sri Lanka very well-preserved rock cut Buddha statues, beautiful paints and ancient monasteries.
2. 3h · Admission ticket included
   jeep safari starting around 14.30 in Minneriya or kadulla national park (in Sri Lanka best place to see big number of wild elephants.) Minnariya national park is consists of a mix of ever green forest and scrub areas. The central feature of the park being the Minnariya tank, which during the dry season you can still observe the large number of elephant who come to bath and graze on nearby grass.

Day 5: Sigiriya kandy

1. Golden Temple of Dambulla
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Dabulla Golden Rock Temple which dates back to the 1st century, the cave houses over 150 Buddha Statues and three Sri Lankan Kings and two God and Goddesses'. Large sweeping of colour paintings adorns the rock ceiling.
2. Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The prefix “Muthu”, literally means “pearl”. "Mari" means rain and "Amman" means mother in Tamil language. The temple is dedicated to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility.
   The land was originally part of a paddy field and was gifted by the owner in 1852. The current temple was built in 1874, funded by the Nattukkottai Chettiar. This temple is used by both Hindus and Buddhists.
3. Kandy
   2h
   Explore the Kandy city.
4. Kandy Lake Club Cultural Show
   1h · Admission ticket included
   The famous Kandy cultural dance show. It starts in the evening and runs for more than 1 hr. The skills of the traditional musicians of Kandy, their drums and dance are all very entertaining. There are seven different kinds of dances including the Cobra Dance and Low Country Mask Dance. Like many different culture dances the fire show takes everyone by surprise with fire eating, rubbing fire on their body and walking on the fire. Traditional folk dance is a part of the Sri Lankan way of life and dates back many years.
5. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   visits which has been the center of the Buddhist faith for a long time, the stunning 17th-century Temple of the Tooth.

Day 6: Kandy-Nuwara Eliya.

1. Ramboda Waterfall
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Ramboda falls is the 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. It is 109m high and 729 th highest
   waterfall in the world . Ramboda Waterfall is not a single waterfall and it has two staires.
   Up side of the main road of Ramboda place , There is another waterfall. Most of tourist
   dismiss the waterfall and they visit up side waterfall and go away. But do not forget to visit
   Ramboda main waterfall at downside of the Ramboda .
2. Blue Field Tea Factory
   1h
   Visiting Tea plantations,
   Tea factories and buildings are all are an aspect of the “Colonial British style”.
3. Nuwara Eliya
   2h
   Then explore the Nuwara Eliya city and around Grogara Lake.

Day 7: Nuwara Eliya-Ella

1. Horton Plains National Park
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Early morning 6.00 with your breakfast packets starting to tracking in Horton plains national park,
   The Horton Plains National Park montane grassland and cloud forest located in the Central Highlands, it is rich in Biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region, around 9 km (5.6 miles) if you do the full circuit.
2. Nanu Oya railway station
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Nanu oya train station, Catch the train 12.35 then travel to Ella, we pick you in Ella station then. The Kandy to Ella train ride is the most beautiful train ride in Sri Lanka, if not in the world! Board the train and experience breathtaking views of lush green tea plantations, mountains, viaducts, valleys, and dense jungle. What’s more, it’s the perfect way to experience Sri Lankan life. Meet smiling locals on the train, wave to the running children along the tracks, and eat the spicy snacks sold by vendors who board at each stop. This is a must-do experience in Sri Lanka; find out everything you need to know with this complete guide.
3. Nine Arches Bridge
   1h
   Commissioned under the British in the year 1921, the Nine Arch Bridge stands proudly, a testament to the engineering and architectural brilliance of the early 20th century. Ideally placed between the Ella and Demodara railway station, those choosing to walk along the bridge will be presented with scenes of rolling hills and dense jungle to delight in.
   The Nine Arch Bridge, also known as the ‘Bridge in the Sky’ was constructed by connecting two bog mountains when constructing the Badulla – Colombo railway. This bridge is 300 feet in length, 25 feet in width and 80-100 feet in height. It is one of the best examples of colonial-era railway construction in the country.

Day 8: Ella-Tissamaharama.

1. Rawana Falls
   1h
   the Rawana waterfalls, Ravana Waterfall is a popular sightseeing attraction in Sri Lanka. It is 25m high . This
   beautiful waterfall has its roots connected to the famous Indian epic , the Ramayana. The
   Ravan Ella(Ravana falls) has been named after the brawny daemon , Ravana. According to
   the epic , it is said that after kidnapping Sitha, Ravana , the king of Sri Lanka had hidden her
   at the caves behind this waterfall. The cave came to be known as Ravana Ella Cave. It is
   believed that Rama`s queen wandered around this place while she was confined. She also
   bathed in a pool that accumulated the water falling from this rawana falls
2. Buduruwagala Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Buduruwagala (stone images of the Buddha) one of the most remarkable spiritual sites located within rocky clearing of a magical dry zone forest that is inhabited by colourful birds and butterflies.
3. 3h · Admission ticket included
   Around 14.30 we take a wild safari trip in Yala National Park, the most popular wildlife park where you can see most of the animals which are found in Sri Lanka.

Day 9: Thissamaharama- Mirissa.

1. 2h
   You can have a chance spent the time on the breath-taking sandy beach on thangalla.
2. Mirissa Beach
   3h
   Mirissa beach is some of the most popular beach in sri lanka and is a little kilometer long with plenty of space to lay out your towel and just relax for a day. It is a beautiful beach, with a relaxed and laid back atmosphere. The waves can get a bit big which is why this is some of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka. Along the beach are many small restaurants and cafes, serving delicious fresh seafood. After sunset, the restaurants put out tables and chairs on the beach, light the lanterns and candles, and serve seafood barbecues. A super nice vibe and way to end your day at Mirissa beach.

Day 10: Mirissa-Weligama-Mirissa

1. 3h · Admission ticket included
   Sri Lanka is becoming a major spot for watching Whales and Dolphins situated within the International Whaling Commission's protected zone in the Indian Ocean. Of the 80 species of Cetaceans observed and identified worldwide, 26 are found in the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal. Mirissa in Sri Lanka is the main port of Whale & dolphins watching in Sri Lanka during December to April.
2. Weligama Beach
   3h
   Weligama refers to ‘Sandy Village’ in the local dialect and is a small fishing town that has recently gained popularity with travellers. Known as the ideal place for beginner surfers, Weligama Beach offers beach goers ample space to soak up the sun or frolic in the refreshing waters. A shallow bay taking the shape of a half-moon provides gentle waters which makes it safe for swimming and a great spot to learn how to surf – there are a number of local surf schools to aid you in this process too! The best time to visit and swim in Weligama Beach would be between the months of October to April, where the sea isn’t too rough and the weather is perfect.

Day 11: Mirissa-Galle

1. 1h
   Stilt Fishing is a traditional style of fishing practiced by local fishermen in Sri Lanka, especially on the southern coast. With a perfect balance and an insurmountable amount of patience, fishermen perch themselves on cross-shaped beams and wait for their catch of the day!
2. Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Kosgoda is famous for its sea turtle conservation project operated by the Wild Life Protection Society of Sri Lanka. It was established in 1988 to protect Sri Lanka’s turtles from extinction. Since then it has released about 3.5 million baby turtles into the sea. The hatchery pays fishermen for eggs that they collect at night along the long sandy beach. The hatchery buries the eggs in the sand, and when they hatch around 50 days later the baby turtles are released into the sea at night. Turtle hatchery also has tanks for injured or disabled turtles, including albino turtles that would not survive in the sea.
3. Galle Dutch Fort
   3h
   Galle Fort, a well-preserved fortified city built by originally by the Dutch.
   the story of the Galle Dutch Fort; a UNESCO World Heritage Site reverberates through every traveler photos and captions. Initially built by the Portuguese in the 16th century during their conquests, the fort was later fortified and conquered by the Dutch in the 17th century, until it later fell to the might of the British. The old town of Galle was once used as a trading port for spices and other goods for over 200 years. However, today, the fort has been transformed into a place of history, romance and beauty where travellers are warmly welcomed to dive head first into the exotic stories and be a part of this heritage site.

Day 12: Galle-Colombo-Airport

1. Bentota
   2h
   sandy beaches, winding rivers, ancient history and exciting water sports make Bentota a popular destination for locals, as well as foreign holiday makers. The best time to visit this city is from November to April, as the calm seas are ideal for snorkeling, diving, sailing, wind-surfing and of course, swimming.
2. Colombo Fort
   3h
   Renowned for its open air bazaars and markets, Pettah is by far Sri Lanka’s busiest commercial area. It is where most of Sri Lanka’s trading is done. From textiles to vegetables, fruits, grains, spices, condiments and stationery to electronic items, chemicals, toys and so much more, Pettah is dusty, noisy and as they say, where the rubber meets the road.
   
   Colombo’s important buildings include the Secretariat, the Town Hall, the Clock Tower, St. Lucia’s Cathedral, and the Galle Face Hotel. Other distinctive buildings in the city are the Wolvendahl Church, built by the Dutch in 1749 a complex of hospitals,the University of Colombo (1921), several Buddhist and Hindu temples; and the residences of the head of state and of the prime minister.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels