Colombo Trip Overview
Every Corner a Story is a trip for those who appreciate the true beauty of diverse landscapes and the rich and fascinating Nature & Culture of Sri Lanka.Visit the cool, lush green hill country. Embark on fascinating wildlife safari and walk with the Aborigines (The ancient ones). Have a truly Sri Lankan experience with a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh King Coconuts on the calm southern coast.Experience the Scenic Train Ride into the Hills and Tea Plantations, Hike at wonderful spots to experience the True essence of Sri Lanka.This is undoubtedly a tour of immense charm.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Every Corner a Story is a trip for those who appreciate the true beauty of diverse landscapes and the rich and fascinating Nature & Culture of Sri Lanka.Visit the cool, lush green hill country. Embark on fascinating wildlife safari and walk with the Aborigines (The ancient ones). Have a truly Sri Lankan experience with a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh King Coconuts on the calm southern coast.Experience the Scenic Train Ride into the Hills and Tea Plantations, Hike at wonderful spots to experience the True essence of Sri Lanka.This is undoubtedly a tour of immense charm.
Itinerary
Day 1: Airport > Sigiriya
Pass By: Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
Meet our Kingfisher Representative at the Arrival Terminal or your Hotel and start the Tour with Greetings,
Let us start the Tour with a salutation of “Ayubowan” which mean “May you live long”,
Your Kingfisher Representative will guide you to take sim cards or change currency at the Airport and transfer you for the Tour by Private Air Conditioned vehicle
Pass By: Sigiriya, Sigiriya, Central Province
Proceed towards Sigiriya,
Sit back and relax at the vehicle while you travel in comfort with our fleets of vehicles.
Stop At: Sigiriya Craft Village, Kimbissa, Sigiriya Sri Lanka
Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride and experience the world from the view of a village farmer. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Watch an enjoyable traditional cooking demonstration that teaches you the basics of Sri Lankan cuisine. Delight your taste buds with a home cooked lunch made over a wood-fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Minneriya National Park, Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway, 50150 Sri Lanka
Prepare to “GET WILD”,
This three-hour safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Traditional Sri Lankan Lunch at Village Safari
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel “Only for selected option”
Day 2: Sigiriya > Dambulla > Kandy
Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ‘ the Lion Rock’. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Pidurangala Rock, Pidurangala,Sigiriya, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Pidurangala is a massive formation located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya,
It has an intresting history closely related to that Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climbing to the top of Pidurangala is more strenous than climbing Sigiriya. If you are fit and adventurous it is a climb worth making. You can have a clear and wonderful view of World Unesco Listed Lion Rock with some amazing photoshoots
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, Kandy – Jaffna Highway, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
Head towards Kandy (Cultural Triangle) enroute via Dambulla,
Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ranweli Spice Garden, No. 99 Kaudupellella, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
Experience Sri Lanka’s renowed Spices inside a manmade forest with a free 10mins head massage.
Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Once you reach Kandy,
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kandy Lake Club – Cultural Dance Show, 7 Sangamitta Mawatha, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
See the Cultural Dance Show in the evening.
The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Only for selected option “with accomodation”
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel (Only for selected option)
Day 3: Kandy > Nanu Oya > Nuwara Eliya
Stop At: Sorborn Gems & Jewellery KANDY, 645 William Gopallawa Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan Gem has a big history where the name “RATNA DEEPA” (Gem Island) was called to Sri Lanka. Explore a Gemmological Museum and see the History of Gems with Cutting and Polishing
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kandy Railway Station, William Gopallawa Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Head to Kandy Railway Station and get the World’s Scenic Train Ride from Kandy to Nanu Oya. Enjoy the scenic ride through misty mountains and tea estates feeling the cold air. You guide will be staying at Nanu Oya Railway Station to pickup you with your bags
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya, Central Province
Head towards Nuwara Eliya enroute via some beautiful spots,
Visit Ramboda Falls, which is the 11th tallest in the country. Get a guided tour through Mackwoods Tea Estate and learn more about the varieties, processing methods and qualities of tea. Walk through the shaded avenues and colorful mazes of Hakgala Botanical Gardens. Relax and take a walk along the shores of Lake Gregory. A peaceful day filled with lots of beautiful sights
Stop At: Pedro Tea Factory, Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka
Tea Factory and a plantation where you would see how the world’s famous “Ceylon Tea” is manufactured. In 1824 a tea plant was brought to Ceylon by the British from China and was planted in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya for non-commercial purposes. James Taylor was a British citizen who introduced commercial tea plantation in Sri Lanka (Ceylon). He arrived to Sri Lanka in 1852 and settled down in Loolecondera estate in Kandy. Today even people who have never heard of Sri Lanka are familiar with Ceylon tea, which is known for its quality
You will be shown how Ceylon Tea are made inside a Factory with tasting various cups of Tea
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Only for selected option “With accomodations”
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel (Only for selected option)
Day 4: Nuwara Eliya > Ella
Pass By: Ella, Ella, Uva Province
Head towards Ella where you can get 100% Pure Oxygen proved by scientists!
Enjoy the scenic driver with beautiful backdrops and waterfall views
Stop At: Nine Arches Bridge, Ella Sri Lanka
Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge,
One of the highlights in the mountain village Ella is the 30-meter high Demodara Nine Arch Bridge. With a small 30-minute walk through the jungle, you will reach a piece of beautiful architecture that is hidden between lush green tea fields. It is allowed to walk on the bridge and it’s one of the things you must do in Sri Lanka.
The stone train bridge, built by the British, with its nine beautiful arches, is located between Ella and Demodara station. The train ride in the highlands with the Kandy to Ella train is named as one of the most beautiful train rides in the world.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Diyaluma Falls, Colombo – Batticaloa Hwy, Koslanda 90190 Sri Lanka
Diyaluma Falls is 220 m (720 ft) high and the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 361st highest waterfall in the world. Enjoy the Natural Pool upside at Diyaluma with stunning pictures.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Only for selected option “With Accomodation”
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel (Only for selected option)
Day 5: Ella > Yala > Mirissa
Stop At: Yala National Park, Yala National Park
Head towards Yala National Park,
On Arrival you will be transfered to a 4WD Jeep and get inside Yala National Park,
Go on an Evening Game Drive to spot Leopards, Boars and many Wild Animals
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Mirissa, Mirissa, Southern Province
Head towards the Southern Coast in Sri Lanka and relax at the Beach
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Only for selected option “With accomodations”
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel
Day 6: Mirissa > Galle > Colombo
Stop At: Mirissa Beach, Mirissa 81740 Sri Lanka
Whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa is one of the most exciting water activities you can do during your holiday in Sri Lanka. Often spotted blue whales are the biggest animals in the world and Mirissa is the best place to start your whale and dolphin watching tour in Sri Lanka.
Get on a Cruise in the Morning and go in search of Whales at the Middle of Sea and have you breakfast at the Cruise enjoying the views and jumps of Whales
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Galle Fort, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Proceed towards Galle and explore the ancient Dutch Buildings,
Walk along the lighthouse and explore the Ancient City of Galle
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Madu River, Nilwala River Safari, Bridge View, Custom Road, Balapitiya , Sri Lanka 941906362 Call And Contact, Balapitiya 80550 Sri Lanka
This one-hour tour takes you on a boat safari through the primitive depths of the mangrove marshes in Madu River. Traverse the dark and dangerous caverns formed by the thick mangrove forests; interspersed with bright open stretches of water. Learn more about mangroves and their positive effect on ecology. Get a chance to see crocodiles, water snakes, tree snakes and wild boars in their natural habitat. Watch the cormorants; storks and many other avianlife hunt for their prey in swift flow of Madu River. View the pots for catching prawn and shrimp left in some of the shallower areas of the river. Visit the old Buddhist temple on one of the islands that dot the river liberally. Stop by another of the islands; which are the source of the cinnamon industry of Sri Lanka. Purchase some fresh, high quality cinnamon to take home as a souvenir. Make sure to visit the outdoor fish massage parlor, where you can dangle your feet into a fenced part of the river to get treated by the massage fish.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project, 13A Galle Road, Kosgoda 80570 Sri Lanka
Head towards Colombo enroute stop via Turtle Hatchery
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province
Explore the Urban Commercial Area of Sri Lanka sightseeing the Local Markets, Lighthouse, Pettah Bazaar, Jamiul Alfar Mosque and many more
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Continental Breakfast at the Cruise
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel (Only for selected option)
Day 7: Colombo > Airport
Pass By: Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
With lots of Wonderful memories to cherish head towards Airport and end your beautiful vacation in Sri Lanka with Kingfisher Hospitality
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Only for selected option “With Accomodations”
No accommodation included on this day.
