Sri Lanka Panorama
14 Days Tour to Colombo, Pinnawala, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala & Bentota
14 Days Tour to Colombo, Pinnawala, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala & Bentota
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Sri Lanka is a scenic and culturally rich island country which will surprise you for its diversified and intriguing sightseeing: from timeless UNESCO sites like Sigiriya rock fortress, a taste of the pure Ceylon tea at an idyllic tea plantation, beautiful wild life in Yala National Park, to the up-close interaction with oodles of elephants at Pinnawala, all are indispensable elements for an unforgettable Sri Lanka travel experience, not to mention the alluring beaches, colonial-style ports, delicious food and welcoming people you will find there. This splendid itinerary includes some easy trekking, nature safaris and excellent all-round introduction to Sri Lanka.
Tour Highlights
Comfort Rating: 5
4 Star Hotels
Fully Inclusive Group Tour
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Kown as the Lion's Rock is a rock fortress and a palace located in the Matale district of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya was built by King Kassapa and it is included as a World Heritage site.Taste Pure Ceylon Tea
Taste Pure Ceylon Tea
Travel to Nuwara Eliya. Tea is a huge industry in Sri Lanka. Ceylon Tea is world famous for its taste, quality and the health benefits as well.Visit Yala National Park
Visit Yala National Park
Home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species.
Fly from Australia to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s Capital city with a rich colonial heritage. Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel for 2 nights.
Enjoy sightseeing of Colombo and visit the residential areas where you find the stately homes of the affluent families, the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, the New Parliament in Sri Jayewardenepura, the Folk Art Centre, Art Galleries, Parks, Independence Square, the Ceramic Corporation famous for its well-known brand “Noritake” and ODEL the renowned shopping centre.
After breakfast drive to Habarana in north central Sri Lanka en route visiting Pinnawala Elephant orphanage. Pinnawala Elephant orphanage, a conversation breeding centre for Elephants and one of the largest elephant breeding centres in the world with 80 elephants. Continue drive to Habarana, upon arrival check into your hotel for 03 nights stay.
In the morning we drive to visit the 5th century old Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The palace still has remains of four indoor swimming pools where the King’s 500 concubines bathed. The mirrors walls of the Sigiriya rock still retain the world famous frescoes of the king’s concubines, who originated from all parts of the world. Afternoon enjoy wildlife Safari at Minneriya National Park, it famous for Sri Lanka’s large elephant population. Besides elephants, Minneriya is also home to many species of mammals; like the deer, sambur and sloth bear. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Habarana
After breakfast enjoy a visit to Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka. The city remains as one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country. It is now declared a World Heritage site by the UNESCO. In the afternoon you will visit the local village on bullock cart with cooking demonstration followed by lunch.
After breakfast we visit the World Heritage site of Dambulla Caves, the largest and best preserved cave complex in Sri Lanka with over 80 documented caves in the surrounding areas. However the major attractions are spread over 5 caves which contain statues and paintings related to Lord Buddha’s life.Later visit the Spice Garden at Matale to see varieties of spice plantation and purchase as a locally grown souvenir. On arrival check in at hotel in Kandy and stay two nights.
In the morning explore the town and visit Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. The Tooth is kept in a two-story shrine fronted by two large elephant tusks and rests on a gold lotus flower, encased in jewelled casket that sits on a throne. Visit the Gem museum in the afternoon. Evening enjoy upper Lake drive and watch a cultural show before finishing your day.
After breakfast, travel to Nuwara Eliya. On arrival, visit a Tea Plantation. Tea is a huge industry in Sri Lanka. Ceylon Tea is world famous for its taste, quality and the health benefits as well. You will see how the tea pluckers with their baskets and bags pluck tea leaves from the plantations. These tea leaves are then taken into the factories. Witness the entire process of tea making, the rolling, withering, and packaging. You will also get the chance to taste a fresh cup of tea straight from the factory. Check-in to the hotel and stay overnight.
After breakfast travel to Yala. Yala National Park is a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. Upon arrival check in at hotel and stay for 2 nights.
Early enjoy an early morning and afternoon Safari into Yala National Park. Yala is famous for its big herds and large number of Elephants, Leopards, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Crocodiles, Mongoose, Wild Boar, Wild Buffalo, and many other animals. More than 130 bird species are recorded which includes the resident and winter visitors. Yala is also the most famous in Asia with the highest concentration of Leopards per square kilometer.
After breakfast travel to Bentota for the beach stay. En-route visit Galle Fort. Galle - was the most ancient and important harbour of the country, until the Colombo harbour was established. Galle is identified as the ‘Tarshis’ of the bible. Most of the existing buildings dated back to Dutch period. The Bastians are still using Dutch names such as Zwart, Akesloot, Aeloes etc. they are famous for lace making, Ebony carving, Gem cutting & polishing. Also explore the Bazaar for local hand-crafted souvenirs. Check-in to the hotel and stay for 02 nights
Today is at leisure.
This morning is at leisure until in time transfer to Colombo Airport for your flight bound for Australia.
Arrive in Australia this morning.
# Land Only: $3280 Single supplement: $830
5* Hotel Upgrade: Surcharge $350 per person to 5* Colombo Cinnamon Lake Side; 5* Habarana Cinnamon Lodge; 5* Kandy Grand Kandyan; 5* Nuwara Eliya Grand Hotel; 5* Yala Cinnamon Wild; 5* Bentota Royal Palms Beach Hotel or similar.
Pre / Post Stay Hotel: 4* hotel $180 / 4* hotel $230 (Colombo) - per room per night with breakfast
Pre / Post Stay Hotel: 5* hotel $190 / 5* hotel $220 (Bentota) - per room per night with breakfast
Remarks
- This tour is a guaranteed departure based on a minimum of 2 people. Full package prices above include airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
- Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in Colombo to Departure transfer in Bentota, excluding any International air tickets.
- Sri Lanka Tourist Visa, all foreign nationals are required to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before their departure to Sri Lanka by logging on to http://www.eta.gov.lk website.
- Package prices of Singapore Airlines are for departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or meals incurred due to the connecting flight in Singapore will be at your own expenses.
- Stopover in Singapore permitted if flying with Singapore Airlines; One stopover in Hong Kong permitted if flying with Cathay Pacific. Extra airport taxes apply. Land arrangement in Singapore can be arranged at additional cost.
- Hotels used for this tour: 4* Colombo Ozo Hotel; 4* Habarana Cinnamon Village; 4* Kandy Amaya Hills; 4* Nuwara Eliya Araliya Green Hills; 4* Yala Kihtala Resort; 4* Bentota Tangerine Beach Hotel or similar.
- 5* Hotel Upgrade: Surcharge $350 per person to 5* Colombo Cinnamon Lake Side; 5* Habarana Cinnamon Lodge; 5* Kandy Grand Kandyan; 5* Nuwara Eliya Grand Hotel; 5* Yala Cinnamon Wild; 5* Bentota Royal Palms Beach Hotel or similar.
Inclusions
- Return economy class airfares departing from Australia with selected airlines and all domestic flights (unless specified), including ticketed airport taxes & fuel surcharges as at October 2019 (CBT reserve the right to charge extra if airlines increase their fuel surcharge).
- Fully inclusive tour with all transfers between airports / piers / stations and hotels in each city; daily sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary; evening entertainment; professional English speaking local guides and cruise etc. Most meals - breakfasts are Western / local cuisine style buffet at hotel, while lunches and dinners are mostly local cuisines served at selected restaurants, please refer to meal code on itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner, BD=buffet dinner, SD=specialty dinner, WD=western dinner).
- Most of our hotels are 4 star international standard hotels with twin share superior class accommodation. All rooms have private facilities, telephone, colour TV and in-room internet facilities. Many hotels have a swimming pool.
- Professional English speaking National guide will accompany the group throughout the trip, in association with the local tour guides. This is subject to the minimum of 10 clients for each tour. Should the group be less than 10 people, the local guide will meet you at the airport / station upon your arrival and return you to the station / airport for your next destination.
- CBT Holidays travel wallet and travel kits.