Personalized group tour
TOUR DESCRIPTION: Personalized group tour
Departure from: Colombo
Duration: 13 Days
Return to: Colombo
Departures available daily
Starting price from: NZ$ #### per person sharing a twin/double room.
Tour Program
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, you’ll be
met by your guide.
Transfer to your hotel in Negombo and check in.
Enjoy a leisurely day by the beach or explore the local area.
Overnight stay in Negombo.
Day 2: Negombo to Anuradhapura (Approx. 4-5 hours drive)
After breakfast, depart for Anuradhapura, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka.
En route, visit the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala.
Continue to Anuradhapura and check into your hotel.
In the evening, visit the ancient ruins and marvel at the architecture.
Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.
Day 3: Anuradhapura to Polonnaruwa (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, head towards Polonnaruwa, another ancient capital of Sri Lanka.
Arrive in Polonnaruwa and check into your hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the ruins and learn about the history of the city.
Overnight stay in Polonnaruwa.
Day 4: Polonnaruwa to Sigiriya (Approx. 1-2 hours drive)
After breakfast, depart for Sigiriya, home to the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Arrive in Sigiriya and check into your hotel.
In the afternoon, visit the rock fortress and marvel at the ancient frescoes and architecture.
Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 5: Sigiriya to Dambulla to Kandy (Approx. 3-4 hours drive)
After breakfast, head towards Kandy, stopping at the Dambulla Cave Temple en route.
Continue to Kandy and check into your hotel.
In the evening, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and enjoy a cultural dance performance.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 6: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, depart for Nuwara Eliya, known as Little England.
En route, visit a tea plantation and a tea factory to learn about the process of tea production.
Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and check into your hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy a walk around Lake Gregory or explore the city.
Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya to Ella (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, depart for Ella, a charming village surrounded by mountains.
Arrive in Ella and check into your hotel.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon exploring Ella’s attractions, such as the Nine Arch Bridge and Little
Adam’s Peak.
Overnight stay in Ella.
Day 8: Ella to Yala National Park (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, depart for Yala National Park, renowned for its wildlife.
Arrive in Yala and check into your hotel or safari camp.
In the afternoon, enjoy a safari tour in the park, where you might spot elephants, leopards, and
other animals.
Overnight stay near Yala National Park.
Day 9: Yala National Park to Mirissa (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, head towards Mirissa, a popular beach destination.
En route, visit the historical Galle Fort and enjoy a walk along the ramparts.
Continue to Mirissa and check into your hotel.
In the afternoon, relax on the beach or opt for a whale-watching tour (seasonal).
Overnight stay in Mirissa.
Day 10: Mirissa to Bentota (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, depart for Bentota, known for its beautiful beaches.
Arrive in Bentota and check into your hotel.
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing on the beach or exploring the local area.
Overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 11: Bentota to Colombo (Approx. 2-3 hours drive)
After breakfast, return to Colombo.
Check into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 12: Colombo
After breakfast, explore the sights and sounds of Colombo, including the bustling Pettah market
and the colonial-era buildings.
In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 13: Departure from Colombo
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
End of tour.
Inclusion
Deluxe accommodations for 12 nights.
Transportation in an air-conditioned, chartered vehicle.
Assistance and transfers for the group.
Specified sightseeing.
Specified meals.
Monument entrance fees.
Wildlife safari at yala
Visit to a spice plantation.
Tuk-Tuk ride.
Hi-Tea.
Cultural dance show in Kandy.
Tea tour in Nuwara Eliya.
Bottled water while traveling.
All current collectable taxes.
Exclusion
International airfares.
Any meals, drinks, laundry, mineral water, telephone calls, postage outside of specified ones.
Camera and Video entry charges at Monuments/Forts.
Train or domestic airfares not mentioned in inclusions.
Optional tours and meals not included.
Visa and passport fees.
Any kind of travel insurance.
Tips and gratuities.
Extra baggage charges.
Early check-in or late checkout.
Entry Visa Fees. Visit www.eta.gov.lk for details/submit individual visa application.