Cultural Triangle & Pristine Beaches

7 days / 6 nights

Cultural Triangle & Pristine Beaches

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Pickup

Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake

Route

Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Ella
Yala
Galle
Kosgoda
Bentota

Vehicle

Private car or van (air conditioned)

Driver

Experienced, friendly, English-speaking driver

Stay

Three, four or five-star hotel

Meals

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 1

Arrive in Kandy (approx. 3 hrs. -114km)

Kandy is well-known for its culture and beauty, and it is considered a sacred city by all Buddhists due to the presence of the Dalada Maligawa (temple of the sacred tooth relic) in the center of the city. Not far from Kandy, the Royal Botanic Gardens, also known as Peradeniya Botanical Garden, offers a great collection of orchids, and other flora and fauna including medicinal plants and palm trees. King Wickramabahu III established the Royal Botanic Garden in 1371. The botaniphiles have the chance to study the plant diversity of the Royal Botanic Gardens at the National Herbarium.

Activities

Arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka
Greetings by your representative & your chauffer at the airport
Proceed to Kandy
En route, visit the Millennium Elephant Foundation
Visit the Three Temple Loop; Embekke, Lankathilaka, and Gadaladeniya
Stop at Spice Garden to know how Ceylonese spices are made
Check into your Kandy hotel
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel

Elephants’ bath time

The spice gardens

Serene beauty of Sri Lanka

Iconic Kandy Lake

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 2

Kandy

Activities

Wake up at the Sacred city of Kandy
Treat yourself with a mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel
Visit Dalada Maligawa (The temple of the sacred tooth relic)
Take a stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens (Peradeniya Botanical Garden)
Witness the Kandy cultural show in the evening
Visit a resident gem trader
Hop on A tuk-tuk and explore the street in Kandy (optional)
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel
Overnight stay in Kandy

Sacred Temple of Tooth Relic

Lush green gardens

The vibrant cultural show

Precious gems of an island

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 3

Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Ella - Yala (approx. 7 hrs. - 255km)

Yala is an ideal place to spot the 'big four' of Sri Lankan wildlife: the elephant, the sloth bear, the elusive leopard, and the wild buffalo. Go on a jeep safari to Yala National Park to witness mesmerizing beauties of Sri Lanka. As you step into the dense forests and vast grasslands teeming with the animal life of Yala, you find yourself becoming a part of nature. The safari experience at Yala is truly one of its kind, where you get to experience wildlife species on a personal yet thrilling level. You will also witness the cold breeze of this luscious island as you hike mountains on your way to Yala.

Activities

Rise up for an adventurous morning in Kandy
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel in Kandy
Check out from the hotel in Kandy
En route, visit a Tea Factory in Ella
Quick stop in Nuwara Eliya (optional)
Check in to your hotel & refresh yourself at Yala
Proceed on a jeep safari to the Yala National Park
Overnight stay in Yala
Dinner will be served in the wild scape with a campfire set up along with a fine glass of red wine (optional)

Sail amidst the cold

The tea breeze

Wild elephants crossing paths

Authentic Sri Lankan cuisine

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 4

Yala

Activities

Wake up for an adventurous morning in Yala
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel in Yala
Check out form the hotel in Yala
Proceed on a Jeep Safari to the Yala National Park
Overnight stay in Yala
Dinner will be served in the wild scape with a campfire set up along with a fine glass of red wine (optional)

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 5

Yala - Galle - Kosgoda - Bentota (approx. 5 hrs. - 237km)

Visit the Galle Fort, a fortified colonial town that dates back to the 16th century, and is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its cobblestone streets filled with boutiques and cafes. Visit iconic architectural landmarks such as the Dutch Reformed Church and the 1882 clock tower. Take in magnificent views of the harbor at sunset from Sri Lanka's oldest lighthouse. Kosgoda is the only place in Sri Lanka where all five species of sea turtles nest year round. The sea turtles you can spot here are the green turtle, olive ridley, hawksbill, loggerhead and leatherback. If you are lucky, you may be able to witness a miraculous hatching and help to release them back to the ocean. This experience can be enjoyed by those of all ages. Remember to take your camera with you. While you will have a close encounter with these sea turtles, please ensure you do not touch them.

Activities

Wake up early to the sweet chirping of birds
Treat yourself with an authentic Sri Lankan breakfast at Yala
Check out from the hotel at Yala
En route, visit whales at Mirissa (optional)
Take part in a Galle Fort Walking Tour
Go on a boat safari and enjoy fish therapy in Madu River
Visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
Check in at the hotel in Bentota
Witness the spectacular sunset
Enjoy a dinner buffet at the hotel with delicious Sri Lankan seafood

The sea view at the Galle Fort

The ride in the Madu River

At the turtle hatchery

Yellow hues of the sunset

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 6

Bentota

At Bentota, watersports are popular, and the area is known as a surfer's paradise. It is a one-of-a-kind coastal city of roughly 40000 people with a maritime culture and humanity that goes beyond. It is a town with a local river airport, and you can expect an eye-catching sea-view accommodation. It is also well-known for toddy, an alcoholic beverage produced from coconut nectar. Don’t forget to try the seafood, which is a must-try and resembles the essence of traditional seafood popular on this island.

Activities

Wake up to an energetic morning at Bentota
Have a mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel buffet in Bentota
Vehicle will not be available
Spend the day at your own pace at the beach
Engage in watersports (optional)
Hop on a tuk-tuk and explore the streets (optional)
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 7

Departure (approx. 2 hrs. - 109km)

Activities

Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel in Bentota
Check out from the hotel
Do some last minute shopping at Colombo (optional)
The chauffer will meet you in the lobby to drop you at the airport and bid farewell before your flight

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

What the price includes

Accommodation
Private air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking chauffeur guide (as mentioned above)
Local government taxes & service charges
1 liter of bottled water a day
Breakfast buffet
Dinner buffet
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites

What the price does not include

Visas
Insurance
Lunch is excluded unless mentioned
Optional tours and activities
Flights
Airport taxes
Camera & video permits at cultural sites
All expenses of personal nature
Alcohol
Tips and portage
All entrance fees to tourist and other attractions not specified above

Confirmation policy

Confirmation terms differ between peak and off-peak dates. We set them out in writing when you book, so you know exactly where you stand.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms vary with the season too. We give you the exact terms in writing at the time of booking.

Child policy

Children aged two to six receive a 60 percent discount on the per-person adult rate for transfers, excursions and package tours, provided they share a room with two adults.
Children aged seven to twelve receive a 50 percent discount on the per-person adult rate for transfers, excursions and package tours, provided they share a room with two adults.
These discounts apply to a maximum of two children per party. A child who needs a separate room is charged as an adult.

Payments

Once you send us your booking details, we start the reservations and issue an invoice for the final tour cost. You can pay using any of the methods below.

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