14-Day Sri Lankan Highlights & Arugam Bay Tour from Sigiriya
Highlights
Arugam Bay, Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Horton Plains National Park, Kandy, Kaudulla National Park, Minneriya National Park, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Sigiriya
Locations Covered
Arugam Bay, Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Horton Plains National Park, Kandy, Kaudulla National Park, Minneriya National Park, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Sigiriya
nature, adventure sports, Wildlife
Private Tour
14 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark on this exciting vacation to tour the highlights of Sri Lanka, where you will be taken to ancient city ruins, Buddhist and Hindu temples, and notable tourist sites. Explore Nine Arch Bridge, Sigiriya Rock, Ravana Falls, Adams Peak, Dambulla Cave and the Tooth Relic Temple. Spot wildlife in Minneriya National Park, enjoy rafting in Kitulgala and travel via the most beautiful tea train to Ella.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Sigiriya
Welcome you at the airport arrival lounge and will drive you to Sigiriya which is around 3 hours 30 minutes drive.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
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Day 2: Sigiriya
After breakfast, proceed to yet another UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka- Sigiriya. It is an ancient palace built atop a 660 feet tall rock column. This rock castle is a creation of King Kassapa (AD 477-495). Sigiriya is one of the most attractive historical sites in Sri Lanka and is famous for its stunning frescoes. Then after you are back if you wish to go on a village tour and have a small meal in a village house.
In the afternoon around 2.30 pm, you can leave for the safaris in the Kaudulla National Park or Minneriya National Park which is home to hundreds of wildlife Elephants in big groups.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
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Day 3: Kandy
After breakfast, set off to discover the most famous cave temple in the country and also the iconic Golden Temple. It is one of the eight world heritage sites in Sri Lanka.
On the way to Kandy, it is worth stopping over at Dambulla to catch a glimpse of the wonderful cave temples, ironwood forest, rose quartz mountain etc. Dambulla heritage site has a history dating back to prehistoric and protohistoric times, till the modern period.
While in Kandy, you will get the opportunity to go on a city tour and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic visit a tea factory.
Overnight stay in Hill Capital Kandy.
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Day 4: Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, you will get the opportunity of visiting the Royal botanical gardens, and after that, you will go for white water rafting in Kitulgala the best destination for white water rafting in Sri Lanka.
Then drive to Nuwara Eliya, a city of leisure and pleasure and en-route see two waterfalls. Nuwara Eliya which is an old colonial outpost is still referred to as "Little England".
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
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Day 5: Ella
- After breakfast, you will get the opportunity until noon to explore Nuwara Eliya and then drive to the station to catch the train to Ella which is the most beautiful train journey in Sri Lanka.
Overnight stay in Ella.
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Day 6: Ella
- After breakfast, you will explore Ella and visit some interesting places like the Nine arch bridge, little Adams peak, and Ravana falls and takes a dip in the secret waterfall which is the Nil Diya Pokuna.
- Then in the evening, the city of Ella is a happening place to be there for dinner.
Overnight stay in Ella.
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Day 7: Arugam Bay
After breakfast, drive towards Arugam Bay which is a world-renowned surfing spot. It is a beach destination on the east coast of the island, and it promises you a wonderful holiday. You can choose from a plethora of watersport activities, see the attractions around and unwind at the hotels and restaurants that dot the beach. Choose from a wide range of wines and cuisines.
If you are into surfing, Arugam Bay is the best destination for you. Nearby hotels and resorts also offer various packages and facilities needed for surfing.
An 'International Surf Contest' for the world's top surfers is annually held at Arugam Bay. Apart from surfing, Arugam Bay also offers activities like scuba diving and snorkelling. As the Bay is blessed with breathtaking coral reefs replete with tropical fish, it needs more than a day to experience it all.
Overnight stay in Arugam Bay.
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Day 8: Arugam Bay
Enjoy surfing or other activities.
Overnight stay in Arugam Bay.
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Day 9: Arugam Bay
Engage in surfing, scuba diving or other activities and adventure sports. In the late afternoon if you wish to go on a safari in the Kumana national park.
Overnight stay in Arugam Bay.
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Day 10: Arugam
- Enjoy a day at Arugam Bay.
Overnight in Arugam.
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Day 11: Haputhale
- After breakfast, drive to Haputhale and stay for two nights again in the cool relaxing environmental conditions.
Overnight in stay Haputhale.
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Day 12: Haputhale
- After breakfast, you will get the opportunity in the morning to visit Lipton Seats which is said that this is the favourite viewpoint of ' Thomas Lipton" who was a planter.
- From this point, you will be able to get a Panoramic view of the area, you can also visit the Adisham Bungalow which was initially was a property of Sir Thomas Lester Villiers but now it has turned to be a monastery and is one of the only 18 monasteries in the world belonging to the Sylvester Congregation which is a suborder of Benedictine Fraternity.
Overnight stay in Haputhale.
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Day 13: Negombo
- After a late breakfast, you will drive to Negombo for your last day.
Overnight stay in Negombo.
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Day 14: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight back home after a memorable holiday in Sri Lanka.
End of tour.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.