9 Days 8 Nights Sri Lanka Tour

9 Days 8 Nights Sri Lanka Tour, explore the about of the ancient Sigiriya.

ITINERARY

Day 01 Day 02 Day 03 Day 04 Day 05 Day 06 Day 07 Day 08 Day 09

Day 01 – Airport – Sigiriya - Dambulla

Arrival, welcome by a representative of Lanka Sportreizen

Transfer to Sigiriya

Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya Lion Rock is an ancient rock fortress known for its massive column of rock that reaches nearly 200 meters high. The site dates back to the reign of King Kasyapa (477-495 AD), who chose this site as his new capital. He decorated the walls with frescoes, and built an impressive palace right on top of the rock column, accessible only through the mouth of an enormous carved lion. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning.

Proceed to Dambulla

Dambulla is a town situated in the north of Matale District, Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is the second largest populated and urbanised centre after Matale in the Matale District. It is situated 148 km (92 mi) north-east of Colombo, 43 km (27 mi) north of Matale and 72 km (45 mi) north of Kandy. Due to its location at a major junction, it is the centre of major vegetable distribution in the country.

Dinner & Overnight stay at the Hotel

Day 02 – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa

After Breakfast transfer to Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa, also referred as Pulathisipura and Vijayarajapura in ancient times, is the main town of Polonnaruwa District in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. The modern town of Polonnaruwa is also known as New Town, and the other part of Polonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa.

Visit Polonnaruwa gal viharaya, Polonnaruwa Watadage,

The Gal Vihara, and known originally as the Uttararama, is a rock temple of the Buddha situated in the ancient city Polonnaruwa, the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Polonnaruwa, now present-day Polonnaruwa, in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. It was fashioned in the 12th century by King Parakramabahu I. 

The Polonnaruwa Vatadage is an ancient structure dating back to the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa of Sri Lanka. It is believed to have been built during the reign of Parakramabahu I to hold the Relic of the tooth of the Buddha or during the reign of Nissanka Malla of Polonnaruwa to hold the alms bowl used by the Buddha. 

 

 

Lunch at Outside Restaurant

Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 03 – Polonnaruwa - Kandy

After Breakfast at the Hotel transfer to Kandy

Transfer to Kandy – “The Hill Capital”

Kandy…………. literally the "City on the Hills" so named as it was protected by the nature - water, rocks and jungles. The last capital of the Sri Lankan kings before falling to the British in 1815AD which is a World Heritage Site. The name Kandy conjures vision of   splendour of magnificence. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still   lovingly kept alive. The centre of attraction is the golden roofed Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. The Kandy Lake built by the last King Sri Wickramarajasinghe in 1806 holds a prominent view of the City. It is a City for arts and crafts as well culture and history.

En - route Visit Spice Garden

Where aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, pepper and mace romanticises the air, tantalising the senses – a spice garden is what it is; When visiting a spice garden, you will discover the different types of herbs and spices of Sri Lanka’s pride, its uses and benefits.

Visit Kandy Temple, Evening visit Gem Museum , Gem Shop & Cultural Show

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic or Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha.

The Kandy Lake Club Cultural Dance Show is a stimulating Sri Lankan Arts, Dance & Cultural Heritage Show that is a must see for any visitor who visits the historic city of Kandy. The Kandy Lake Club Dance started in 1982 with the view of having a cultural dance performance bringing together all Sri Lankan dance types to one platform. It is the first Cultural Dance Show of its kind to be established in Sri Lanka.

Lunch outside Restaurant

Dinner & Overnight stay at the Hotel

 

Day 04 – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast at the Hotel Leave for Nuwara Eliya -"Little England" through the Hill Country surrounded by "Green Carpets"- hills covered with Tea and cascading Water Falls amidst breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. En route visit a Tea Factory and a Plantation to witness the manufacturing process of world famous "Ceylon Tea" and to taste a pure unblended cup of factory fresh tea before being sent to the Tea Auctions in Colombo leading to Export. 

Sightseeing in the city- the important places being the Victoria Park, Gregory Lake, Golf Course and Market etc.  

Lunch outside Restaurant.

Dinner & Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 05 – Nuwara Eliya – Yala - Thissa

After Breakfast at the Hotel Proceed to Yala

Visit Mulgirigala Temple 

The Mulgirigala Rajamaha Viharaya is situated at Mulkirigala in the district of Hambantota. That is 21 km from Tangalle. So we’ll call this temple as Little Sigiriya at Mulkirigala. Let’s start the journey to Mulkirigala.

Visit Kiri Vehera & Katharagama Dewalaya

Kiri Vehera is an ancient stupa situated in Kataragama, Sri Lanka. This stupa probably dates back to the 3rd century BC and is believed to have been built by King Mahanaga brother of king Devanampiyatissa; a regional ruler of Kataragama area. 

Lunch outside Restaurant

Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

 

Day 06 - Yala – Thissa

After Breakfast at the hotel

Visit Yala National Park

Yala National Park is located on the southern tip of Sri Lanka on the border of the Southern and Uva provinces. It covers an area of 377.9 square miles (978.8 sq km). The national park features a diverse ecosystem that includes monsoon forests, dry monsoon forests, thorn forests, marine and freshwater wetlands, grasslands, marshes, and sandy beaches along the coast. Yala is comprised mostly of metamorphic rock with reddish-brown and grey soil topping most of the area.

Lunch at Outside Restaurant

Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

 

Day 07 - Yala – Galle – Induruwa

After breakfast at Hotel, transfer to Galle

Galle is a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It’s known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Stone sea walls, expanded by the Dutch, encircle car-free streets with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. 

Visit Rumassala Temple

A kidnapped princess, a heroic battle to save her, a fallen warrior, a flying god carrying a holy mountain of herbs to save him. The legend of Rumassala is closely linked with the epic tale of Rama and Sita; a story intertwined with much of the history of Sri Lanka.

Lunch at Outside restaurant

Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 08- Induruwa – Colombo

After breakfast at Hotel, transfer to Colombo

Colombo .... is a fascinating city, not only for its comfortable blend of East and West, but also for its balanced mixture of the past and the present. It is the Commercial Capital of the country, and is only 35 km south of the country's only International Airport. Many attractions, opportunities for shopping, availability of tasting a multitude of cuisine etc makes it an interesting city.

Visit Colombo City Tour & Colombo Shopping Places

Undertake a City Tour of Colombo including a Gangaramaya Temple, Kalaniya Temple , Pettah, Dutch, a Hindu Temple, Mosque, Town Hall, BMICH (Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall), Gangaramaya Temple,Cinnamon Gardens - Prime residential area, the Nelum Pokuna – the newly opened Performing Arts Theatre, the newly opened Nelum Kuluna – South Asia’s highest Tower etc.

Lunch – Own arrangement

Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 09- Colombo - Departure

After breakfast, proceed to airport for departure

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* All travellers are strongly encouraged to purchase a comprehensive travel insurance before departure.