Sri Lanka Uncovered
Sri Lanka
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Duration
10 Days
Tour Type
Multi-Day Tours & Special Packages
Group Size
30 persons
Location
Sri Lanka
Overview
Highlights
- Experience a mix of beaches, wildlife and amazing nature
- Cook local specialities at a Sri Lankan cooking school
- Go in search of elephants, buffaloes and flamingos
- Board the scenic train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Introduction
Our 10-day trip exploring the beautiful country of Sri Lanka, home to exotic animals, stunning scenery and beaches, ancient history and culture, and some of the friendliest locals you’ll ever meet. Begin in Negombo, then head out to Sigiriya Rock for the epic views of the surrounding countryside. Visit a tea plantation, and enjoy learning about Sri Lankan cuisine at a local cooking school. Ride on the famous Blue Train, then set off on safari in search of the local wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, and flamingos.
Included/Excluded
Accommodation - 9 Nights accommodation
Guide - An experienced HotelExpress.lk Guide throughout the trip
Meals - 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Dambulla Cave Temple.
Golden Buddha Temple.
Local Farming Village Dinner.
Sigiriya Rock.
Temple of the Tooth.
Tea Plantation.
Cooking Class.
Train to Ella.
Little Adams Peak.
Nine Arch Bridge.
Elephant Transit Home.
Safari.
Jungle Beach Day.
Airport pickup (up to 2 days before tour)
All transport included
International flights are not included.
Insurance is not included.
Other activities and services are not included.
Additional Services - No optional activities
Itinerary
Day 1 Negombo
Start point Negombo, Negombo, Gampaha, Sri Lanka
Day 1 Negombo
Start point Negombo, Negombo, Gampaha, Sri Lanka
Day 1 Negombo
You made it! Arrive, catch up on some sleep or head to the beach! To give you a taste that we don’t do things by halves, we’ll be having a beachfront welcome dinner and drinks at sunset, the perfect start to your adventure. Then hey, get your head down. You’ve got an enormous 9 days ahead of you.
Day 2 Temples (1B)
Day 2 Temples (1B)
Day 2 Temples (1B)
Today we’ll head into the center of Sri Lanka, where we’ll learn about the country’s history and culture. Our first stop is the Dambulla Cave Temple, a temple carved deep into the rock face. Next up is the Golden Buddha, a giant statue on a hilltop looking down onto the town below. In the evening, we'll check in to our accommodation with views of Sigiriya Rock, which we will be climbing in the morning.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Transport:
- Minibus 03:30 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
- Dambulla Cave Temples, Golden Buddha
Day 3 Climb Sigiriya Rock (1B, 1D)
Day 3 Climb Sigiriya Rock (1B, 1D)
Day 3 Climb Sigiriya Rock (1B, 1D)
It’s an early start today, as we’ll make our way to the top of one of Sri Lanka’s most famous landmarks - Lion Rock (known locally as Sigiriya Rock). A UNESCO World Heritage site, a giant rock formation standing nearly 700 ft. tall, an ancient fortress with mind-blowing views from the top—well worth the trek up. We’ll come back to our hotel for breakfast afterwards, before exploring the town in the afternoon. In the evening, we’ll visit a local farming village for a truly authentic Sri Lankan meal around a bonfire, cooked by the villagers.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Activities:
- Sigiriya Rock & Local Farming Village
Day 4 Temple of the Tooth & Kandy View Point (1B)
Day 4 Temple of the Tooth & Kandy View Point (1B)
Day 4 Temple of the Tooth & Kandy View Point (1B)
We travel to Kandy today to visit the Temple of the Tooth It is located in the royal palace complex and 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. We learn about this amazing story before watching an amazing sunset over Kandy Lake from our hotel on the mountainside.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Transport:
- Minibus 02:00 - 03:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
- Temple of the Tooth & Kandy View Point
Day 5 Tea Plantation, Cooking Class & Train Journey (1B, 1L)
Day 5 Tea Plantation, Cooking Class & Train Journey (1B, 1L)
Day 5 Tea Plantation, Cooking Class & Train Journey (1B, 1L)
We drive past the beautiful town of Nuwara Eliya and spend the morning at a local tea plantation, where we’ll learn all about the tea-brewing process, from leaf to cup. We’ll then spend some time at a local family-run cooking school, where we’ll be taught how to cook some of Sri Lanka’s best dishes. It’s then time to board ‘the most scenic train journey’—and’ you’ll quickly see why. We’ll board the famous train from Nuwara Eliya to the chilled town of Ella. The scenery we pass on the way is seriously out of this world; keep an eye out for waterfalls, wildlife, and friendly locals.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Transport:
- Minibus 00:30 Hr(s)
- Train 02:00 - 03:00 Hr(s)
Day 6 Little Adams Peak & Nine Arch Bridge (1B)
Day 6 Little Adams Peak & Nine Arch Bridge (1B)
Day 6 Little Adams Peak & Nine Arch Bridge (1B)
Early morning start as we climb Little Adams Peak for a stunning view of Ella Gap - a gorge full of beautiful waterfalls and stunning backdrops. We’ll have lunch in Ella town before stopping off at Nine Arch Bridge, where we’ll walk the tracks and watch the train pass through.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Included Activities:
- Little Adams Peak & Nine Arch Bridge
Day 7 Waterfalls & Glamping (1B)
Day 7 Waterfalls & Glamping (1B)
Day 7 Waterfalls & Glamping (1B)
In the morning, we’ll visit a waterfall for a refreshing dip before heading down to Udawalawe National Park. Here we’ll check into our glamping tents for the evening, where plenty of activities are available to enjoy. Then we’ll jump in tuk-tuks to the Elephant Orphanage, where we’ll witness firsthand how they’re looking after the wild elephants in the area.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Transport:
- Minibus 02:30 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
- Waterfall & Elephant Orphanage
Day 8 Safari (1B)
Day 8 Safari (1B)
Day 8 Safari (1B)
As the sun rises, we hop into our safari jeeps, where we’ll see plenty of the local wildlife, including elephants, monkeys, buffaloes, and flamingos, to mention just a few. We’ll have breakfast by the river before making our way to our final stop, the beachside town of Unawatuna.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Transport:
- 4x4
- Minibus 03:00 - 03:30 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
- Safari
Day 9 Jungle Beach Day (1B)
Day 9 Jungle Beach Day (1B)
Day 9 Jungle Beach Day (1B)
Wake up any time today; it’s all about relaxing. Chill by the pool, then join us as we walk through the jungle to the beach on the other side. We’ll head back to the hotel to freshen up before hitting the beach one more time for our farewell dinner.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Included Activities:
- Jungle Beach
Day 10 Unawatuna (1B)
End point Unawatuna, Unawatuna, Galle, Gālla, Sri Lanka
Day 10 Unawatuna (1B)
End point Unawatuna, Unawatuna, Galle, Gālla, Sri Lanka
Day 10 Unawatuna (1B)
Check out any time today, or opt to stay on a little while longer. Whichever you decide, our guides will be on hand to help out.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Included Activities:
- Help With Onward Travel
Tour Location
Sri Lanka
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