12 Night 13 Days

TOUR ITINERARY

12 Nights 13 days Sri Lankan Tour

Day 1 : KIA Anuradhapura Distance -179 km Approx 3 hours 30 minutes

Upon Arrival to Colombo International Airport, you will met and assisted by Suri tour Managing director Suranga Silva or one of Suri Tours chauffer guide. After you will transfer to Anuradhapura

. Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Sri Lankan civilization. It was the third capital of the Kingdom of Rajarata, following the kingdoms of Tambapanni and Upatissa Nuwara.
The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the center of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries.

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is sacred fig tree in the Mahamewna Gardens, It is said to be the right-wing branch (southern branch) from the historical Sri Maha Bodhi at Budha Gaya in India under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment. It was planted in 249 BC, and is the oldest living human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date. Today it is one of the most sacred relics of the Buddhist in Sri Lanka and respected by Buddhists all over the world.

Other places that you can visit atAnuradhapura

• Ruwanweli Saya

• Esurumuniya

• SadakadaPahana

• Samadipilimaya

• KuttamPokuna

Overnight Stay at Anuradhapura

Day 02 : –Anuradhapura to Trinco Distance -108 km Approx 2 hours 30 minutes)

Day Highlighted

• Hot Water well

• Kaneswaran temple

• Relax in the beach

• Pigion Island (if Driver can Mannage the Time you can visit that place )

Koneswaram temple also known as Dakshinakailasha it is a classical-medieval Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Trincomalee, Eastern Sri Lanka. The temple is situated atop KonesarMalai, a promontory from where overlooking of large body of Indian Ocean, nearby eastern coast, as well as Gokarna bay. Konesvaram is revered as one the PanchaIshwarams of Sri Lanka for long time. Being a major place for Hindu pilgrimage, it was labelled "Rome of the Gentiles/Pagans of the Orient" in some records. Konesvaram holds a significant role in the religious and cultural history of Sri Lanka, as it was likely built during the reign of the early Cholas and the Five Dravidians of the Early Pandyan Kingdom.

Pallava, Chola, Pandyan and Jaffna designs here reflect a continual Tamil Saivite influence in the Vannimai region from the classical period. River Mahavali, known to be risen at SivanolipathaMalai (Tamil:Mount of Shiva's glowing feet) and meets sea near Konesvaram rock, leads to create the myth that it is comparable to Ganges, in which it symbolically crowns the flowing of river from Shiva’s head to his feet.

Over Night stay at Trincomalee

Day 03 :– Trinco to Habarana Distance -85 km Approx 1 hours 30 minutes)

Day Highlighted

• Village safari

• Minneriya safari

• Wood carving Factotary visit

Minneriya safari

Minneriya National Park is situated in the north-central plains of Sri Lanka, 20 kilometers from Polonnaruwa. The park encompasses the beautiful Minneriya tank, built by King Mahasena (in 3rd century AD). This tank is an incredible place to observe the elephants that come to bathe and graze on the grasses as well as the huge flocks of birds (cormorants, painted storks, open-bills, Pelicans and many other species of waders) that come to fish in the shallow waters. Thereafter proceed to Minneriya.

In the evening, you will do village safari.

Over night stay at Habarana

Day 04 –Habarana to Polonnaruwa /Sigiriya Distance -46 km Approx 1 hou

After the breakfast you will proceed to Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa

Sri Lanka's medieval capital (11th - 12th Century AD) is a well-preserved city of ancient dagobas, moonstones, beautiful parks, massive buildings and stunningly beautiful statues. The majestic King's Council Chamber, the Lotus Bath, the Lanka ThilakaViharaya, the Gal Viharaya (rock temple) and the statue of one of Polonnaruwa’s, great kings, Parakramabahu, are a few of this capital's memorable sights. The Sea of Parakrama - a vast 12th century man-made reservoir dominates the city. Although it is nearly 1000 years old, it is much younger than Anuradhapura, and is in much better repair. Moreover, the monuments here are located in a more compact area.

Polonnaruwaother places that you are going to visit

• Sath mahal Raja maligaya

• Kumaraokuna

• RajasabaMandapaya

• Atadageya

• Watadageya

• Gal viharaya

• Wood carving Factory

After lunch you will proceed to sigiriya

Sigiriya

Sigiriya (Lion's rock),is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin situated in the central Matale District of Sri Lanka, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other structures. A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is also renowned for its ancient paintings (frescos)which are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of India. It is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka.Sigiriya may have been inhabited through prehistoric times. It was used as a rock-shelter mountain monastery from about the 5th century BC, with caves prepared and donated by devotees to the Buddhist Sangha. According to the chronicles as Mahavamsa the entire complex was built by King Kashyapa (AD 477 – 495), and after the king's death, it was used as a Buddhist monastery until 14th century.

overnight stay at Habarana

Day 5: – Dambulla/ Matale spice garden / Kandy Distance -89 km

After breakfast you will proceed to Dambulla cave temple.

Dambulla

Major attractions of Dambulla, include the largest and best preserved cave temple complex and temple paintings of Sri Lanka.

On your way you will visit Matale spice garden

Matale

Visit a spice garden in Matale to see many different types of spices Sri Lanka is famous for. Just 25 km from the hill capital of Kandy, the Matale spice gardens are among the best on the island. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed. A processing and training unit has been set up in the area and farmers are grouped in a cooperative to ensure fair prices and you will also be able to purchase spices.

Kandy

Kandy is a city in the center of Sri Lanka. It was the last capital of the ancient kings' of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which has an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. It is both an administrative and religious center. It is the capital of the Central Province (which encompasses the districts of Kandy, Matale and Nuwara Eliya) and also of Kandy District. Kandy is the home of The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri DaladaMaligawa) one of the most revered places of worship for the Buddhist community of Sri Lanka and Buddhists all around the world. It was declared a world heritage by the UNESCO in 1988.

Kandy Places that you can visit

• Cultural show

• Tooth Relic Temple

Overnight stay at kandy

Day 6: – Kandy Distance -20 km

Day Highlighted

• Kanndy Market

• batik factory

• View point

• Gem Museum

• Silk garden

Gem Museum

After a tour of the botanical Gardens you will visit the Gem Museum in Kandy. The Sri Lankan gem industry has a very long and colorful history. Sri Lanka was affectionately known as Ratna-Dweepa which means Island of Gems. The name is a reflection of its natural wealth. Marco polo wrote that the island had the best sapphires, topazes, amethysts, and other gems in the world.

Over Night Stay at Kandy

Day 07 Kandy - Kandy Botanical Garden/ Tea Factory /Nuwara eliyDistance -72 km Approx 2 hour)30 minutes nNuwara

Kandy Botanical Garden

The Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya is located in close proximity to the city of Kandy. It is renowned for its collection of a variety of orchids. It includes more than 300 varieties of orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palms trees. Attached to it is the National Herbarium. The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres, and lies 460 meters above sea level. It receives 200 days rain fall annually. The gardens are managed by the Division of National Botanical Gardens of the Department of Agriculture.

Then after transfer to Nuwara Eliya. On your way you can visit

• Tea Factory.

• Sri baktha hanuman temple

• Ashok vatika and sithadevi temple

In the evening you will do Nuwara Eliya city tour

• Gegary Lake

• British post office

• Horse riding

Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya

Day 8 Nuwara Eliya to Yala Distance – 168 km Approx 4 hours 30 minutes

From the cold mountains now we will go and see wildlife. After Breakfast you will be proceed towards the Yala.

Day Highlighted

• Rawana water fall

• Rawana temple

• Little Adam’s peak

• Nine Arch Bridge

• Ella gap

Ella is a small town in hill country of Sri Lanka. Ella is famous for breathtaking scenic views. It is famous for trekking and nature walks.

Overnight stay at yala

Day 09 Yala toMirissa Distance – 124 km Approx 3 hours 30 minutes

Early in the Morning you will transfer to Yala Safari

Day Highlighted

• Yala Safari

• Galle city tour

Places that you can cover in Galle city Tour

• Visit Galle Fort

• Japanese Peace Pagoda

• Clock Tour

• Meera Mosque

Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Actually it consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public and also adjoining parks. The park covers 979 square kilometres (378 sq mi) and is located about 300 kilometres (190 mi) from Colombo. Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, and, along with Wilpattu it was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, having been designated in 1938. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan Elephants and aquatic birds. There are six national parks and three wildlife sanctuaries in the vicinity of Yala. The park is situated in the dry semi-arid climatic region and rain is received mainly during the northeast monsoon. Yala hosts a variety of ecosystems ranging from moist monsoon forests to freshwater and marine wetlands. It is one of the 70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka. Yala harbors 215 bird species including six endemic species of Sri Lanka.

Then after transfer to Unawatuna .in the evening relax in the beach

overnight stay at Mirissa

Day 10 Mirissa Distance – 10 km

Day Highlighted

• Whales watching

• Dolphin watching

• Visit Coral reef

• Diving

• Surfing

Over Night stay at Mirissa

Day 11 Mirissa to Colombo Distance – 156 km Approx 3 hours

On your way you will visit

• Madu river safari

• Turtle hatchery

• Moonstone mine(if driver can manage the time he will take you to see moonstone mine)

• Colombo

• Colombo is the largest city and former capital of Sri Lanka. It is located on the west coast of the island and adjacent to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, the capital. Colombo is a busy and vibrant city with a mixture of modern and colonial buildings and ruins. The Colombo Metropolitan area encompassing the districts of Colombo Gampaha and, Katutura, covers an area of 3,694.20 km². and is home to a population of 647,100 persons

Over night stay at Colombo

Day 12 Colombo city tour -Negombo Distance – 56 km Approx1 hours

After Break First you will do Colombo City tour.

Places that you can visit at Colombo

• Independent Square

• Dutch Hospital

• BMICH

• Gangarama temple

• Floting market

• Old Parliament

• Hindu Temple

• Shoping(Odell /barefoot/house of fashion

Overnight stay at Negambo Suri Palm Villa

Day 13 Colombo to Air portDistance -42 km Approx 1 hour

Now that you are at the end of your journey with us, your tour guide will comfortably take you to the International Airport in time for your departure flight …..
We hope your adventure with us was enjoyable and wish you a safe and pleasant flight home..!!

!Note :Driving times mentioned are an approximately measure of the time taken to travel between destinations. Please note that these times are subject to change depending on road traffic on the particular day, weather conditions as well as conditions of the particular road, all of which are beyond are control.

Services included :

• Accommodation in standard/Deluxeroom, BB basis for 12 nights 13 days.

• Transportation by air-conditioned luxury car from pick up at airport to drop off at the Airport.

• English speaking Tour guide

• Guide accommodation and meals.

• Cultural show

• Breakfast

• Sightseeing and transfers in private A/c vehicle with an English-Speaking Driver

• Kandy city tour 

• Nuwaraeliya city tour 

• Colombo city tour 

• entrance ticketfor Gem museum, Wood carving gallery, Batik factory
  , Spice garden, Cultural dancing show

Not included:

• Lunch/dinner throughout the tour.

• Cost of beverage throughout the tour.

• Expenses of a personal nature.

• Tips and Porter age

• Site seen tickets /entrance tickets

• Early check in

• Late check outs 

• Any other services not specified above.