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Day 1: BANDARANAIKE AIRPORT – COLOMBO
Meet and assist on arrival at Airport by our airport representative Transfer from Airport to Colombo Check in to Hotel. Clients are not allowed to leave the hotel premises. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Hotel in Colombo
Breakfast at the Hotel. Leisure and relax by the hotel C;ients are not allowed to leave the hotel premises. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Colombo Overnight at the hotel
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Day 3: COLOMBO – ANURADHAPURA - DAMBULLA
Breakfast at the Hotel. Proceed to Dambulla via a visit to Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura heritage site: Commanding a rich Sri Lankan heritage, Anuradhapura - one of the greatest and oldest civilizations in the world starring 113 kings & spanning over 1300 years in its peak - avows of being the greatest city of ancient Sri Lanka following its reign as the first capital. The sapphire of its crown is certainly the Sri Maha Bodhi - the sacred Bo sapling extracted from the tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment - standing more than 2200 years in its pride. Stroll through the sacred trails of the venerated city to adore the legacy that interweaves Ruwanweliseya - the gigantic dagoba resting alongside the Basawakkulama Tank - shading the Samadhi Buddha Statue & Isurumuniya Rock Temple that empower the culture, heritage and supremacy of arguably the strongest kingdom in Sri Lankan history. (No visit to Sri Maha Bodhi) Proceed to the Hotel. Relax & Leisure by the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Dambulla.
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Day 4: DAMBULLA - SIGIRIYA – DAMBULLA
Breakfast at the Hotel. Proceed to Dambulla to Sigirya Sigiriya Lions Rock: The 5th century rock citadel of King Kasyapa and World Heritage Site - Sigiriya - doesn't only boasts of ancient Sri Lankan engineering & urban planning supremacy but also acclaims to be one of the finest monuments of art & culture. Step through the gigantic 'Lion Paws' - overlooking the symmetrical royal gardens below - to comprehend the absolute splendor that once dominated this rock fortress. Surrounded by ramparts & moats the Lion Rock - resembling the mythological 'City of Gods' - is coated by frescoes that relate to Gupta style paintings found in Ajanta caves of India. Walk in the shade of an eminent 'mirror wall' embracing the Western face of Sigiriya representing an artistic hundred meters laminated with graffiti. Wander into the well-fabricated museum downstairs for an epic journey of yesteryears to realize how the citadel floated above citizens with the castle, ponds and irrigation systems that pumped water right onto its summit with an ingenious hydraulic system describing a colossal masterpiece of the great king which remained a wonder in Asia for centuries. Towards the afternoon, proceed the Dambulla cave temple. Dambulla cave temple: In the city of Dambulla lies a hub which has been treasured by many kings since the 1st century B.C. Today, an icon in the face of Sri Lanka, Dambulla Rock Temple houses some of the most unique drawings in magnificently constructed 5 cave temples flanking the golden temple of Dambulla. Observe how exquisitely cave paintings are done along walls that shelter 150 statues of Lord Buddha. As you enter the retreat, look straight up to the gigantic Buddha statue glittering in gold over a land, which today houses an important junction in the country's economic and cultural uplifting. Relax and Leisure by the hotel. Proceed to the Hotel. Relax & Leisure by the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Dambulla.
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Day 5: DAMBULLA – POLONNARUWA - KAUDULLA - DAMBULLA
Breakfast at the Hotel. Proceed to Polonnaruwa. Polonnawruwa heritage site: Rising with the decline of Anuradhapura, the city of Polonnaruwa - medieval capital & crown jewel of King Parakramabahu I - remains superior proof of ancient culture & heritage blended with religious beliefs. Walk across its scattered walls of the World Heritage Site - blessed by stupas, resting Buddha statues, irrigation canals and fantastically carved Hindu sculptures - while observing the relic house - Watadage - which boasts of beautiful stone carvings. Take a close glance and you will realize a subtle Hindu influence on architecture and statues found in Polonnaruwa. Or sit by the side of Galviharaya and observe the absolute beauty gushing out of every bend of its huge Buddhist statues. Nissankamalla Council Chamber is however, a head-spinning beauty to just sit back and observe with its swaying pillars reminding the aesthetics of a powerful kingdom which rests beside Parakrama Samudraya - sea of Parakramabahu & masterpiece of irrigation Head to the Hotel and check in and enjoy your lunch Kaudulla National Park: Kaudulla National Park, a dry evergreen forest that spread over an area of 6656 hectares is connected to the corridor between nearby Minneriya Wildlife Park and Kaudulla.Kaudulla Reservoir (6675 ha), the centerpiece of the park is surrounded by the grasslands and scrubby forest. Kaudulla National Park is a sanctuary to numerous reptiles including Freshwater turtles, Indian Flap-shelled Turtle and Indian Black Turtle. Apart from the elephants, Kaudulla National Park is home to 23 species of mammals including Sambar Deer, Sri Lankan Axis Deer, Chevrotain, Wild boar, Leopard, and Sloth Bear are other mammals. Very rarely one could spot leopard and sloth bears .Tourists find a ride in Paddle-boats on the lake an excellent opportunity to enjoy bird watching. 160 species of bird including large water birds such as Spot-billed Pelican and Lesser Adjutant visit the Kaudulla tank. Asian Spoonbill, Grey-headed Fish Eagle, Black-headed Ibis, Painted Stork and Openbill Stork are common sights at the park. Peacock, Eagle, Giant Eagle that are hereditary to Sri Lanka are always hover over the park. One of the most spectacular sceneries in the park is hundreds of pelicans at the tank when it is about to sun set. Relax and Leisure by the hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Dambulla
Breakfast at the Hotel. Proceed to Kandy Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple. Proceed to the Hotel. Drive to Laksala in Kandy for a time of shopping. (during week days only) Relax and Leisure by the hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Kandy.
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Day 7: KANDY – PERADENIYA - KANDY
Breakfast at the Hotel. Proceed to Peradeniya. Botanical Garden in Peradeniya: First developed as a pleasure garden under royalty and later harmonized by the British, the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya - today bundled with the most welcoming facilities located just 4 miles off Kandy - is a flourishing national asset in the Wonder of Asia. Walk into this 147 acre bliss of an experience, passing well tended lawns, pavilions & an octagon conservatory to be greeted by the vast expanse of a magnificently landscaped lush green turf which will encourage you for an exhilarating break. Towards the north of the entrance rests a cafeteria that one might come across before stepping into some of the highlights - the orchid house & giant Javan fig tree - of this place which overflow in grace. Proceed to the Hotel. Relax and Leisure by the hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Kandy.
Breakfast at the Hotel Proceed to Beruwala Proceed to the Hotel. Relax and Leisure by the hotel and beach. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Beruwala
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Day 9 BERUWALA – MIRISSA – BERUWALA
Breakfast at the Hotel Proceed to Mirissa Dolphin & Whale watching; Come watch, study and photograph the largest creatures on earth, the Whales at Dondra Point in Mirissa, a destination famed for some of the finest Whale and Dolphin sightings in the world. Mirissa situated in the southern coast of Sri Lanka is the closest point to the continental shelf and on the migratory route of Whales as they move closer to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, primarily to breed.Take an exciting yet comfortable boat trip out to sea and be fortunate to see Blue Whales; the largest creatures on earth, Bryde’s Whales, Sperm Whales, Killer Whales and Fin Whales. You can also meet pods of friendly Dolphins such as the Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso’s dolphins and striped dolphins as they playfully somersault and dance on the ocean waves. There’s also a good chance of seeing flying fish, turtle, manta rays and even sharks Proceed to the Hotel. Relax and Leisure by the hotel and beach. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Beruwala
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Day 10 BERUWALA - BANDARANAIKE AIRPORT
Breakfast at the Hotel Transfer to the Airport for Departure at a minimum of 03 hours prior to flight timings.