Tour Itinerary
22nd May 2024
Sri Lanka Tour
05 Nights /06 Days
CITIES VISITED AND TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
| City Name | Duration | Tour Highlights |
| Negombo | 01 Night | Negombo Fish Market, Negombo Lagoon, Dutch Canal and St. Mary’s Church. |
| Kandy | 01 Night | Visit Herbal & Spice Gardens, Temple of Tooth Relic, Kandy Town and Bazaar, Arts & crafts centre and a Gem Museum and a lapidary. |
| Ramboda | Day Tour | Place of Rama fight against King Ravana, 16 feet height statue of Hanuman. |
| Nuwaraeliya | 01 Night | Visit Sita Amman Temple and Ashok Vatica, Sita Eliya |
| Bentota | 02 Nights | Visit Turtle Hatchery, River Safari in Balapitiya |
| Galle | Day tour | Old Dutch Fort, Dutch Museum and the Dutch Church |
| Colombo
|
Day Tour | The Independence Square, Nelum Pokuna, Pettah Bazaar and BMICH. |
ATTRACTIONS FOR WHICH ENTRY FEE ARE INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST
| City Name | Attraction Name |
| Pinnawala | Elephant Orphanage |
| Kandy | Kandy Temple |
| Kasgoda | Turtle Hatchery |
| Balapitiya | River Safari |
| Report to Airport on | Wednesday the 22nd of May 2024 |
| 18.20 Hrs. | Report to Bangalore International Airport. |
| 19.20 Hrs. | Check in for Flight Sri Lankan Airline UL 172 to Colombo |
| 21.20 Hrs. | Departure by Sri Lankan Airline UL 172 to Colombo |
| 22.50 Hrs. | Arrival at Colombo Airport on 22nd Of May 2024 |
Day Wise Itinerary
Day 01- Wednesday the 22nd of May 2024
Colombo Airport – Negombo
Meet on arrival and proceed to Negombo (30mns drive)
Packed Dinner
Overnight stay at hotel in Negombo
Meal Plan : Packed Dinner
Day 02 - Thursday the 23rd of May 2024
Negombo-Pinnawala - Kandy
Breakfast at Hotel & Check out from hotel
Transfer from Negombo to Pinnawala (2hours drive)
Visit Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, (nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants located at Pinnawala village, 13 km northwest of Kegalle town in Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka. Pinnawala is notable for having the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In 2011, there were 88 elephants, including 37 males and 51 females from 3 generations, living in Pinnawala. The orphanage was originally founded to afford care and protection to many of the orphaned unweaned wild elephants found wandering in and near the forests of Sri Lanka. It was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Department of Wildlife Conservation.
Lunch at elephant bey hotel
Transfer from Pinnawala to Kandy (04 hours drive)
Enroute visit Herbal & Spice Gardens in Mawanella
Also witness the Cultural Show featuring Sri Lankan Traditional dance items
Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch | Dinner
Day 03 – Friday the 24th of May 2024
Kandy – Ramboda – Nuwaraeliya
Breakfast at hotel
Check out from hotel
Transfer from Kandy to Nuwaraeliya (05 hours’ drive)
Visit Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple
According to the ancient stories, Ramboda is a area, where the forces of Rama’s gather to fight against King Ravana. This temple was built by the Chinmaya mission of Sri Lanka and dedicated to Hanuman. This temple houses for 16 feel height statue of Hanuman.
Lunch at Ramboda Falls Hotel
Visit Sita Amman Temple and Ashok Vatica, Sita Eliya
The Sita Amman Temple, located halfway between the highland village Sita Eliya and the Hakgala Botanical Gardens, has become the most venerated of all Ramayana Trail sites in Sri Lanka, because it is believed to be the place where Sita lived most of the time of her captivity on the island of Lanka. After she refused to stay in Ravana's magnificent palace she was transferred to Ashok Vatika or Ashokavanam where she lived under Ashoka trees. It was here that Ravana's wife Mandodari visited her, and that Hanuman met her for the first time, identifying himself with the finger ring of Rama. Sita is said to have bathed in the nearby stream. There are remarkable holes in the rocks at the riverbank believed to be footprints of Lord Hanuman.
Check into the hotel
Dinner Overnight Stay at hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch | Dinner
Day 04 - Saturday the 25th of May 2024
Nuwaraeliya – Bentota
Breakfast at hotel
In the morning enjoy sightseeing in Nuwaraeliya
Nuwara Eliya has earned a reputation for itself as a preferred destination in the hill country by tourists and locals alike because of its incredibly cool climate and amazing sceneries. Whilst delighting travellers with its awe-inspiring beauty, Nuwara Eliya is also home to one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in South Asia. This town plays a pivotal role in the world¿s tea industry as the produce of this region alone accounts for a substantial portion of tea exports.
Check out from hotel
Transfer from Nuwaraeliya to Bentota (06 hours’ drive)
Lunch at Plantation Hotel or similar
Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch | Dinner
Day 05 - Sunday the 26th of May 2024
Bentota– Galle - Balapitiya – Kosgoda – Bentota
Breakfast at hotel
Transfer from Bentota to Galle (02 hours’ drive) – visit Old Dutch Fort
Galle is located in the south-western part of Sri Lanka and is an important city in the region. The city remains the best example of a fortified city built by the Portuguese during their period in the country. The Galle Fort, today, is a world heritage site and the most important landmark in the city. The Dutch Museum and the Dutch Church are two other significant attractions. Galle has also made a name for itself for its intricate lace and ebony carvings.
Lunch at Rampart Restaurant
Transfer from Galle to Balapitiya (02 hours’ drive) – Enjoy River Safari
Balapitiya is the nearest town to the Maduganga River which is famous for its mangroves and endemic flora and fauna. This little town is renowned for its Ceylon Cinnamon and fishing.
Transfer from Balapitiya to Kosgoda (30mns drive) – Visit Turtle Hatchery
Kosgoda is a small village located in the west coast of Sri Lanka. It is most popular for its sea turtle hatcheries, operated by the Wildlife Protection Society of Sri Lanka. Here you will feast your eyes upon the amazing site of many species of turtles, especially the endangered hawksbill, laying their eggs along the beaches. The many hatcheries that are operated locally provide a haven for these sea turtles. You may visit these hatcheries to have a look at many huge tanks filled with newborn turtles who, once grown, are released to the sea.
Transfer from Kosgoda to Bentota (30mns)
Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast| Lunch | Dinner
Day 06 – Monday the 27th of May 2024
Bentota–Colombo Sightseeing and Departure
Breakfast at hotel and check out from hotel
Transfer from Bentota to Colombo (02 hours’ drive)
Colombo City Tour & Shopping tour
Colombo is the trade capital of Sri Lanka and is a city that has undergone rapid changes. While most old buildings have been replaced by new apartments and office buildings, some parts of the city yet retains its old charm.
The 100-year-old clock tower built by the British and some colonial buildings remain examples. The Independence Square, Nelum Pokuna, Pettah Bazaar and BMICH are some of the main highlights of the city. Colombo also provides ample entertainment in terms of an active nightlife as well as a shopping experience you'd never forget.
Lunch at Flower Drum Restaurant or similar
Transfer to Colombo Airport to board Sri Lankan Airlines Flight UL 171 Departing at 1855 Hrs. arrive in Bangalore at 2020 Hrs.
Meal Plan: Breakfast I Lunch
TOUR COST
| Per Adult on Double/Twin/ Triple Sharing Basis (12+ years) | Per Child with Extra Bed sharing room with 2 Adults (02 Years to 12 Years) | Per Child without Extra Bed sharing room with 2 Adults (02 Years to 12 Years) |
| INR. 86,900/- | INR. 76,900/- | INR. 72,900/- |
You must produce PAN card for the payment of above Rs. 49,900/-in cash
Maximum cash that can be accepted towards this tour is Rs. 1,99,000/- only
You have to deposit TCS 5% of Tour cost
The above offered Tour cost includes Air Ticket cost of INR. 22,000/- per person as on 17.01.2024. However actual Air Ticket cost on the date of confirmation and Ticketing will be collected.
Flight Details.
UL 172 22MAY BLRCMB 2110 2240
UL 171 22MAY CMBBLR 1845 2010
TOUR COST INCLUDES.
International Air ticket and Airport tax from Bangalore and Return in Economy class by Sri Lankan Airlines
05 Nights’ Accommodation on Twin/Double/ Triple sharing basis.
Meal Plan on Full Board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
All Tours and Transfers in Air-Conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.
Daily - One Water Bottle.
Applicable GST.
TOUR COST EXCLUDES
Any other expenses related to personal nature
Tips and Portage
Travel Insurance
Any services not mentioned under Inclusions.
PROPOSED HOTELS LIST:
| City Name | HOTEL NAME | Category |
| Negombo | Goldi Sands Hotel or Similar | 4 Star |
| Kandy | Cinnamon Citadel or Similar | 4 Star |
| Nuwaraeliya | Araliya Red or similar | 4 Star |
| Bentota | Cinnamon Bay Hotel or similar | 5 Star |
| Check in Time | 12:00 Hrs |
| Check Out Time | 12:00 Hrs |
| WEATHER PREDICTIONS FOR SRI LANKA 2023 | Weather predictions are based on Accuweather Data & are indicative
- No Rain < Light Showers > Occasional Rain >> Heavy Rain |
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| CITY | JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | ||||||||||||
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Negombo Bentota Kandy Colombo |
H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R |
| 23 | 06 | - | 27 | 10 | - | 33 | 10 | - | 37 | 13 | - | 45 | 16 | - | 42 | 23 | > | |
| JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC | |||||||||||||
| H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | H | L | R | |
| 42 | 20 | < | 41 | 20 | < | 41 | 18 | - | 37 | 15 | - | 32 | 10 | - | 26 | 07 | - |