5-Day in Cultural Heart of Sri Lanka

If you want to explore historical monuments that are over thousand years old, this tour will be a great opportunity for you. You will discover four UNESCO world heritage sites with hidden archaeological secrets that make you amazed. An authentic Sri Lankan village experience with a Sri Lankan traditional will add more value to this experience.

Itinerary

Day 1: Pickup - Sigiriya

Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
You will be warmly greeted by your personal chauffeur guide and set out into quiet green inland to explore island’s ancient highlights in Cultural Triangle where there are some UNESCO – World Heritage Sites.
Duration: 15 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Spend Overnight at a 4-star hotel.


Day 2: Sigiriya - Anuradhapura - Sigriya

Stop At: Anuradhapura, Anuradhapura, North Central Province
After breakfast, you will be driven to Anuradhapura. En route visit Aukana Buddha Statue, the tallest ancient Buddha statue in Sri Lanka.

Thereon, proceed with your guide to have your first taste of Sri Lanka’s illustrious history in Anuradhapura. The city houses the oldest historically documented tree on earth, grown from a branch of the very tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment 2500 years ago. It was also the center of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The relic chambers like Ruwanveliseya, Abhayagiriya and Jetavanaramaya, stand as the largest manmade brick structures in the world. Th Brazen Palace, Twin Ponds, Samadhi Buddha Statue, Isurumuniya temple with finest rock carvings in the country, The Moonstone, The Guard stones and Thuparama and Lankaramaya Dagobas are the other important attractions that you cover during this city tour.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Spend overnight at a 4 Star hotel.

Day 3: Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya

Stop At: Polonnaruwa Sri Lanka
Today, you will make the trip to its second capitol, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, for a look at some of the island’s most dazzling ruins from its next significant era.

An important royal capital with its well-preserved 12th century ruins & impressive stone culture recalls an inspired past.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
In the afternoon, visit a royal invitation to explore a majestic 5th century fortress in the sky – Sigiriya. This gigantic column of rock, rising up 200 meters (660ft) into the heavens was once a royal palace.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Spend overnight at a 4 Star hotel.

Day 4: Sigiriya - Sigiriya

Stop At: Hiriwadunna, Hiriwadunna, North Central Province
After breakfast, proceed to a Tropical Village for a memorable lunch experience together with a live cookery demonstration to be introduced to the fine culinary arts of Sri Lanka.

Before having your lunch, enjoy with a small walk before starting bullock cart ride; experience an unforgettable traditional catamaran ride and visit a chena farm and explore how the chena cultivation is done by the villagers.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Dambulla Cave Temple, Jaffna Hwy, Habarana 50150 Sri Lanka
Visit Dambulla Cave temple, one of the most impressive and well-preserved cave temples in Asia.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Spend overnight at a 4 Star hotel.

Day 5: Sigiriya - Drop off

Stop At: Dambulla, Dambulla, Central Province
As all good things come to an end, you will be safely driven to the airport for your flight back home or dropped at your next destination (Additional charges may be applied for the drop off).
Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Hotel pickup is available from most of the centrally located hotels in Colombo, Mount Lavinia and Negombo."
"Airport pick up will be arranged based on your flight details."
"You must wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred or holy places."
"Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required"
"The duration of transfers is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions."
"Infant seats available"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel."
"Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion."
"This activity is not wheelchair accessible."
"Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult"
"Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult."
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Most travelers can participate"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 5 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel pickup is available from most of the centrally located hotels in Colombo, Mount Lavinia and Negombo.

Airports

• Bandaranayake Intl Airport, Colombo Sri Lanka

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• 4 nights accommodation on bed and breakfast at 4 star hotels
• Pickup and drop-off at the airport or local hotels
• Transport by air conditioned vehicle
• Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide for the entire tour
• Village tour in Sigiriya with a Sri Lankan Lunch
• Mineral water during sightseeing tours and overland trips
• All current taxes
• Bottled water
• 5x Breakfast
• Accommodation included: 4 nights
• 1x Lunch
• 4x Breakfast
• Entry/Admission - Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
• Entry/Admission - Dambulla Cave Temple
• Entry/Admission - Polonnaruwa

Não Incluído

• Gratuities
• Any others expenses not mentioned in Inclusions section

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