Silk Way Ceylon Tours Pvt Ltd
Silk Way Ceylon Tours Pvt Ltd
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Sri Lanka Tour Package – 9 Days

Summary of the Tour

Accommodation

Star Category hotels

Meal Basis

BB or HB on request

Price Guide

On Request


This 8-night 9 days Sri Lanka tour package is designed to family groups who are looking to have a vacation with their little children during their school vacations. This tour plan provides you with an immersive experience of Sri Lanka’s rich culture, food culture, history, beaches, wildlife, and natural beauty. In this tour package guests are given the opportunity to visit a local school in Galle and engage with the local community. This tour plan covers some of Sri Lanka’s major highlights located in Colombo and southern coastal regions of the island. The tour plan is designed assuming that the traveler is arriving in the evening on the first day and departing on the 6th day evening. You can customize the tour plan according to your preference by contacting us.

Overnight Stays

  • Sigiriya- 1 Night
  • Kandy- 1 Night
  • Nuwara Eliya- 2 Nights
  • Ella – 1 Night
  • Yala – 1 Night
  • Galle – 1 Night
  • Colombo – 1 Night

Covered Locations and Activities

  • Sigiriya – Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Village Tour, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Minneriya Jeep Safari
  • Kandy –  Matale Spice Garden, Batik Factory, Kandy Cultural Show, Kandy View Point, Kandy Lake, Kandy Temple, Kandy City Tour, Handicraft Centre, Gem Museum, Peradeniya Botanical Garden
  • Nuwara Eliya – Ramboda Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, Ramboda Waterfall, Tea Factory and Tea Fileds, Nuwara Eliya City Tour, Ancient Post Office, Nuwara Eliya View Point, Victoria Park and Gregory Lake, Strawberry Farms, Ambewela New Zealand Dairy Farm, Seetha Amman Temple, Hakgala Botanical Garden,
  • Ella – Ella Train Station, Nine Arch Bridge, Demodara Railway Station, Little Adaams Peak Hike ( Ella Swing, Ravana Zipline), Ravana Waterfall
  • Yala – Yala National Park, Thissa Temple, Thissa Lake
  • Galle – Still Fishing Sites, Galle Dutch Fort ( Light House, Clock Tower, Museums), Roomassala Mountain, Japanese Peace Pagoda, Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mines, Hikkaduwa Beach ( Surfing, Snorkeling, Turtle Feeding)
  • Bentota – Maadu River Mangroves Boat Ride, Cinnamon Island Visit, Fish Spa, Turtle Watching
  • Colombo – Colombo City Tour ( Galle Face, Lotus Tower, Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Hindu Kovil)
  • Negombo – Negombo Cathedral, Dutch Canal, Negombo Fish Market, Negombo Lagoon

Tour Plan

  • Early Morning Arrival at the airport and warm welcome.
  • Proceeding to Sigiriya
  • Check in to the hotel at Sigiriya
  • Visit Dambulla Cave Temple -  Stunning cave complex in Sri Lanka, featuring five caves filled with Buddhist murals and statues.
  • Sigiriya Village Tour -  Offers visitors an immersive experience into traditional Sri Lankan rural life ( Bullock Cart Ride, Tractor Ride, Boat Ride, Local Cooking Demonstrations, Paddy Field Walks,  Tuk Tuk Ride)
  • Wildlife Jeep Safari at Minneriya national Park in the afternoon if time permits
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Climb Sigiriya Rock in the morning and witness sunrise- Ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka, renowned for its impressive frescoes, mirror wall, advanced urban planning, and historical importance as a royal Palace. Some believe Sigiriya as a royal residence during the Ramayana era, possibly linked to King Ravana.
  • Proceeding to Kandy
  • Visit Matale Spice Garden on the way - Showcasing the diverse range of spices grown on the island and their traditional uses.
  • Visit Batik Factory - Showcasing traditional art of batik, from wax application to vibrant dyeing
  • Kandy Hotel Check in
  • Kandy Cultural Show - Presents a vibrant display of traditional Sri Lankan dance, music, and drumming
  • Visit Kandy View Point - Enjoy panoramic views of the scenic Kandy Lake, city, and the surrounding hills
  • Walk around the Kandy Lake -  leisurely boat rides, scenic walks around its charming pathways
  • Visit Kandy Temple of Tooth Relic - holds immense significance as a symbol of Sri Lankan Buddhism and a vital pilgrimage site which houses the sacred tooth of the Buddha.
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Visit Kandy Handicraft Centre and Factory- Firsthand look at the creation of traditional Sri Lankan crafts, from raw materials to finished products.
  • Visit Kandy Gem Museum and Workshop- Explore Sri Lanka's rich gemstone heritage, showcasing a variety of precious stones and the island's gem mining and cutting traditions.
  • Visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden - stroll through orchids and palms, learn about spices and medicinal plants, enjoy peaceful picnics on the great lawn
  • Proceeding to Nuwaraeliya
  • Visit to Ramboda Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Kovil - Hindu temple dedicated to Hanuman located in Ramboda known for its 18-foot tall Hanuman statue and beautiful views. 
  • Visit Ramboda Waterfall - Scenic waterfall you will see along Kandy- Nuwara Eliya Road
  • Tea Plantation Visit - Explore the tea-making process, including plucking, withering, rolling, fermentation, firing, and sorting. The tour concludes with a complimentary tea tasting session. 
  • Check-in to hotel at Nuwara Eliya
  • Scenic Drive through the hill country and the views of Waterfalls, Tea Factory and Tea Fields. Check in to the hotel and have a relaxing and charming evening while enjoying a cup of famous Ceylon Tea.
  • Wake up to a beautiful morning in an exceptionally cool climate. Breakfast at the hotel
  • Nuwara Eliya City Tour - Walk around the city, vegetable and fruit markets
  • Visit Nuwara Eliya Post Office - Established during the British colonial era and is one of the oldest post offices in Sri Lanka. You can send a postcard to your home.
  • Visit Shanthipura View Point- Shanthipura is the highest situated village in Sri Lanka. Offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills, valleys, and the Nuwara Eliya town.
  • Gregory Lake and Victoria Park - Boat Rides, Speed Boats, Jet Ski, Horse Rides, Leisure Walks with your loved ones
  • Visit Ambewela New Zealand Dairy Farm - Picturesque landscape similar to New Zealand, offers the chance to experience a working dairy farm, observe cattle farming, milking process, enjoy fresh dairy products.
  • Visit picturesque Strawberry Farms - Walk through the fields, hand-pick fresh, juicy strawberries, learn about their cultivation and enjoy strawberry-based jams, juices, and desserts.
  • Leisure time in the evening in a exceptionally cool environment and enjoy Ceylon Tea
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Start proceeding to Ella.
  • Visit Nuwaraeliya Seetha Amman Temple - known as the place where Sita was held prisoner in the Hindu epic "Ramayana."
  • Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden - Believed to be the "Ashok Vatika" from the Ramayana, where Sita was held captive by Ravana.
  • Visit Ella Train Station - Famous and picturesque train station 
  • Nine Arch Bridge - Beautiful old bridge in Ella with nine arches, and it's a great spot to see trains go by in a pretty green setting.
  • Visit Demodara Railway Station - Notable for its spiral loop track, where the railway line curves around and passes under itself through a tunnel, a remarkable feat of engineering in Sri Lanka's hill country.
  • Visit Little Adams Peak - Relatively easy hike for rewarding panoramic views of Ella. If you are into bit of an adventure you can try Ella Zipline on the way for a thrilling ride and capture a memorable photo on the Ella Swing overlooking the stunning scenery.
  • Relaxing time in the evening at Ella Hotel
  • Enjoy night life in Ella - Often featuring live acoustic music or chill DJ sets in its cozy restaurants and bars, creating a relaxed evening leisure experience.
  • Start proceeding to Yala
  • Visit Ravana Ella Waterfall - Ravana Ella Waterfall is a stunning waterfall named after the legendary King Ravana from the Ramayana story, where it's said he hid Princess Sita.
  • Lunch at Yala
  • Jeep Safari at Yala National Park in the afternoon - Most popular National Park in Sri Lanka renowned for its high density of leopards, diverse wildlife including elephants, sloth bears, and numerous bird species
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Start proceeding to Galle
  • Visit Still Fishing sites - Cultural spectacle where fishermen perch on stilts in the shallow waters
  • Visit Roomassala Mountain - Believed to be a fragment of the Himalayas, carried by Hanuman, that fell to earth while transporting medicinal herbs to heal Lakshmana.
  • Visit Japanese Peace Pagoda- Stupa built by Japanese monks as a symbol of peace, offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.
  • Visit Galle Dutch Fort - UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a historic fort, showcasing a blend of European architectural styles and offering stunning views of the Indian Ocean.( Clock Tower, Light House, Museums, International Cricket Ground )
  • Check into Galle Hotel
  • Leisure time at the beach and enjoy sunset views.
  • Breakafast at the hotel
  • Visit Hikkaduwa Beach - If time permits we can enjoy some surfing, snorkeling or turtle feeding at famous Hikkaduwa Beach. Snorkeling can be done very close to the beach in 3FT-4FT deep water with no risk at all.
  • Visit Meetiyagoda Moonstone Mines - Offer tourists a glimpse into the traditional mining of moonstones, a precious gemstone unique to Sri Lanka, and the process of extracting and polishing them.
  • Maadu River Boat Ride, Fish Spa - Scenic boat safari experience through a network of mangrove forests, providing opportunities to witness diverse wildlife.
  • Visit Cinnamon Islands in Maadu River - Witness the cultivation and processing of cinnamon, learn about its history, and experience the local village life.
  • Turtle watching in Bentota - Observe and learn about turtle conservation and get close to baby turtles, Releasing baby turtles to sea
  • Proceeding to Colombo
  • Hotel check in at Colombo
  • Relaxing evening at the hotel and enjoy Colombo night life
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Colombo City Tour - Galle Face Green, Lotus Tower, Independence Square, Gangarama Temple, Hindu Kovil, Colombo National Museum, Colombo Town Hall
  • Enjoy some shopping
  • Proceeding to Negombo ( If time permits visit  Negombo Cathedral, Dutch Canal, Negombo Fish Market )
  • Proceeding to Airport for evening departures

Inclusions

  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Paging and Assistance at the airport
  • Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis
  • All transport services using Air-conditioned cars/Vans/Bus
  • English speaking Guide/Driver who is registered with the Sri Lankan government will be provided throughout the tour and the service provided throughout the tour will be personal
  • Water bottles will be provided during sightseeing tours and long drives.
  • All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All presently applicable government taxes and service charges
  • Express Way Fees, Fuel surcharges
  • A dedicated tour consultant will be available for all your inquiries during the visit

Exclusions

  • Sightseeing Entrance Charges ( Unless Specified )
  • Camera & video permits
  • Personal expenses
  • Late check-outs & early check-in charges
  • Sri Lanka tourist visa charges
  • Air tickets, Travel insurance

Value added Services on Complimentary Basis

  • Spice garden visit, Tea plantation visit & factory visit – Free tea tasting
  • Free Gem shop and lapidary visit, Visit to art and craft center, Batik and Silk Centre

VISA FORMALITIES

The Validity of the passport should be 06 months from the date of departure. Please note all clients will have to log into the website and obtain the visas prior to arrival in Sri Lanka.

NOTES

  • All sightseeing is optional, one can visit if the guest likes only.
  • Some sites are subject to time and weather conditions and other unavoidable circumstances. E g: safari, whale watching
  • At Nuwara Eliya, sightseeing & travel are not allowed after 8 pm due to mist & fog.
  • Smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
  • Please note that the transfer duration if mentioned is approximate only. Transfer durations are subject to change due to weather, traffic, road conditions according to the chosen route, or issues beyond our control.
  • In temples, visitors will have to wear long clothes that cover the body. ( Ex: Kandy Temple )
  • The hotels mentioned above will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. If the hotel is not available similar alternative will be arranged.
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