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Royal Tour
offered by supplier M17033 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 15
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 14
people
Destination(s):
Sri Lanka
Specialty Categories:
Cultural Journey
National Parks
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 780 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 810 US Dollar (USD)
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Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Colombo
Clients to make their own arrangement to come to the hotel in Colombo as per their own convenience, Pick up the clients from hotel at 15h00 Colombo city tour. Visit the fascinating city of Colombo, which links the past with the present. You will visit the Fort area, the commercial center, and Pettah Colombo’s bustling bazaar area, Cinnamon gardens that are full of large residences, Buddhist temples, Hindu temples & mosques. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. 18h00 Briefing about the tour by Company representative Holiday Inn Hotel or Similar.
Day 2: Colombo - Negombo - Anuradhapura
After breakfast leave for Anuradhapura, En-route visit the fishing village in Negombo, which is the center of the islands fishing community It is largely Roman Catholic by faith, with huge imposing churches down almost every street. The sea and the catamarans are the backdrop to the Negombo scenery. P.M visit Anuradhapura & visit the ruins of the first capital founded in the 05th century B.C here is found the largest number of ancient monuments of a great civilization.
"Sri Mahabodhi" the oldest historically documented tree in the world is over 2200 years. There are monuments such as Ruwanveliseya dageba, 2nd century bc with its famous elephant wall; Thuparama dageba 3rd century B.C; The pillars of the brazen palace which once had nine storeys; the image of the Samadhi Buddha, one of the finest places of Buddhist sculpture; the twin ponds; guard stones and moonstones. Return to hotel in Anuradhapura for overnight stay Miridiya Hotel or Similar.
Day 3: Mihintale
After breakfast leave for Anuradhapura, En-route visit the fishing village in Negombo, which is the center of the islands fishing community It is largely Roman Catholic by faith, with huge imposing churches down almost every street. The sea & the catamarans are the backdrop to the Negombo scenery. P.M visit Anuradhapura and visit the ruins of the first capital founded in the 05th century B.C here is found the largest number of ancient monuments of a great civilization.
"Sri Mahabodhi" the oldest historically documented tree in the world is over 2200 years. There are monuments such as Ruwanveliseya dageba, 2nd century bc with its famous elephant wall; Thuparama dageba 3rd century B.C; The pillars of the brazen palace which once had nine storeys; the image of the Samadhi Buddha, one of the finest places of Buddhist sculpture; the twin ponds; guard stones and moonstones. Return to hotel in Anuradhapura for overnight stay Miridiya Hotel or Similar.
Day 4: Aukana - Sigiriya
After breakfast leave to Sigiriya En-route visit Aukana. What may be called one of the wonders of the world is the tall, standing statue of the Buddha at Aukana, another architectural marvel of the ancient Singhalese. The rock cut statue which stands 39 feet above its decorated lotus plinth and 10 feet across the shoulders, belongs to the period of King Dhatusena (459-477 AD), the builder of the great reservoir Kalawewa. It has been very well preserved over the years. It is a unique creation by an unknown sculptor. Then continuation to Sigiriya, Climb the rock of Sigiriya.
The history of Sigiriya dates back to over 5000 thousand years, to the Mesolithic period. One of Sri Lanka’s major attractions and a World Heritage Site, Sigiriya (Lion Rock) came into prominence in the 5th centaury AD, when the patricidal King Kashyapa, afraid of reprisals led by his half - brother, Mogolan, chose to move the seat of power from Anuradhapura to this 500m rock. It was Kashyapa and his master-builders who were responsible for the complex plan, which made Sigiriya the glorious capital it was, for 17 years (477 – 495 AD).
The frescoes of the “heavenly maidens” halfway up the rock in a sheltered gallery, are the only painted renderings of a secular subject in this country. The "mirror wall", which records the poetic outpourings of early visitors to the rock and the colossal plan of the royal palace, water gardens and fortifications, is entirely fascinating Evening relax at the hotel. Overnight at Royal Lotus Hotel / Sudu Araliya Hotel or Similar.
Day 5: Polonnaruwa - Medirigiriya
After breakfast leave for Polonnaruwa and visit the 2nd capital of Singhalese kings dating back to the 11th and 12th century A.D the entire landscape of the region is punctuated by huge man-made reservoirs, the most famous of which is the "Parakrama Samudra". Numerous monuments are found in this city and "gal vihara" complex is one of the best among them with the fine sculptures of the recumbent, standing and seated Buddha’s. Late afternoon visit Medirigiriya. The Vatadage at Medirigiriya is generally considered to be the best Vatadage in the country.
The circular building known as a Vatadage was constructed to house and protect a dageba built to enshrine the sacred relics of the Buddha. Another superb creation is the stairway comprising 27 granite steps to climb up to the Vatadage. Close to the Vatadage, discoveries had been made of the ruins of an old hospital and a temple building, which was 50 feet, by 33 feet. There are remains of an herbal medicine bath shaped like the lower half of a coffin. Return to hotel for overnight stay Royal Lotus Hotel/ Sudu Araliya Hotel or Similar.
Day 6: Dambulla - Matale - Nalanda - Kandy
After breakfast leave for Kandy, En-route visits the rock cave temple of Dambulla a vast isolated rock mass 500 ft and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was here that King Valagambahu took refuge in the 1st century B.C. The view from the top of this rock is breathtaking 350 ft. above are a series of five caves which was later turned into a magnificent rock temple by King Valagambahu. IIn the first cave is a recumbent image of the Buddha 47 ft, long, cut out from the rock there are images of deities associated with Buddhism.
The frescoes on the walls and ceiling could be dated to the 15th - 18th centuries. In the second cave, the finest and the largest the ceiling too is covered with frescoes, which depict great events in the life of the Buddha, and landmarks in the history of the Singhala People. Visit Nalanda Gedige the Abu Simbel of Sri Lanka. Then visit a spice garden and batik factory in Matale. En-route to Kandy P.M. arrive at hotel in Kandy, The center of the traditional arts in Sri Lanka. Visit the temple of the sacred tooth relic of Buddha. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. Suisse Hotel/ Thilanka Hotel (New Wing) or similar.
Day 7: Kandy - Pinnawela - Kandy
After breakfast leave for Pinnawela and visit the Elephant Orphanage. This orphanage was established to feed nurse and house young elephants found abandoned by their mothers. Often the young ones fall into pits and ravines in their request for water during drought period. P.M visit the city of Kandy. The most famous landmark of Kandy is its lake, in the center of the city. Udawatte-kele is a nature reserve surrounded by city, the Kandy market is a great bazaar full of the sounds of exiting trade. Late in the evening view the Kandyanne cultural performance. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. Suisse Hotel/ Topaz Hotel/ Thilanka Hotel (New Wing) or similar.
Day 8: Kandy - Mahiyanganaya - Kandy
After breakfast leave for Mahiyanganaya, marks the Buddha's first visit to Sri Lanka over 25 centuries ago, nine months after His Enlightenment. On this occasion He visited Mahiyanganaya to restore peace among the warring Yakkha tribes, one of the legendary inhabitants of this island at the time. According to the Mahavamsa, the Buddha arrived in the beautiful Mahanaga Park on the right bank of the Mahaweli as the battle gongs were sounded and the battle drums beaten and the Yakkhas poised for combat. Noticing a stranger in yellow robes appearing in their midst, the Yakkhas it is said, fled to the nearby jungles.
Later however, a few of them returned and listened to the Buddha's discourse, having laid aside their battle axes and paying reverence to Him. Having preached His message of peace and restored calm among the Yakkhas, the Buddha returned to India from where He had come. So much for the Mahiyanganaya episode You will visit the Mahiyanganaya Veddas village enjoy some time in the village getting to know the life style of Veddas the primitive people of Sri Lanka. Return to hotel for overnight. Suisse Hotel /Topaz Hotel /Thilanka Hotel (New Wing) or similar.
Day 9: Kandy - Peradeniya - Nuwaraeliya
After breakfast visit the royal botanical gardens of Peradeniya, which is well, known for it’s large number and variety of plants, ornamental, decorative, useful and medicinal. More than 4000 species include indigenous and introduced plants. This garden is best known for its collection of orchids the largest in Asia. P.M leave for Nuwaraeliya the center of hill country, En-route visit a tea plantation and witness the manufacture of the world famous "Ceylon tea". This route is one of the most beautiful routes of Sri Lanka. Spend the evening walking in the cool Climate. Overnight at. Hotel Windsor or Hotel Heritage or Similar.
Day 10: Nuwaraeliya - Horton Plains
With picnic breakfast leave for Horton Plains by jeep, this is a windswept plateau over 2000 meters high, forbidding and awesome and interspersed with forest and the country's second and third highest mountains, Pattipola and Totapola. These misty, silent grasslands streaked with icy rivulets offer some excellent walks, the most famous being to World's end. This is a 4km hike from the Far Inn, a former guesthouse that is now the office of the National Park. In the early morning, a crescent of silver glimmers in the far distance pinpointing the Indian Ocean The escarpment drops dramatically for 230 meters and falls away steeply for another thousand or so thus earning its name. Return to hotel for freshening up and in the afternoon visit the Hakgala botanical gardens, Overnight stay at the hotel. Hotel Windsor or Hotel Heritage or Similar.
Day 11: Nuwaraeliya - Katragama - Yala
After breakfast leave for Katragama stop at Elle to admire the magnificent view and the sacred city of Katragama P.M safari in Yala Park by jeep. The Elephant is undoubtedly the best-known attraction at Yala, seen in small & large herds. Herds of spotted deer are seen all over the park. Monkeys-the pinkish rhesus and the Grey-faced Langur monkey live and play on the treetops and the ground below. Wild buffalo & wild boar could give you a good surprise and the sight of a leopard sunning itself or drinking water at a water hole could be memorable experience. The peacock is easily the most famous of the birds at Yala. The painted stork, many varieties of heron, the spoonbill, the bee-eater, parakeets, kingfisher & woodpecker are some of the birds can be seen in the park. Overnight stay at Peacock Beach Hotel or Priyankara Hotel or Similar.
Day 12: Galle, Beach
After breakfast leave for the beach hotel, En-route visit Galle. Visit the Old Portuguese fort, later rebuilt and extended by the Dutch is still fine preservation. Most of the administration of Galle still takes place from the fort. The view from the ramparts is superb. Evening relax at the beach hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Induruwa Beach Hotel or Emerald Bay hotel or Similar End of Transport Services.
Day 13: Beach. Relax at the beach hotel, Dinner and over night at hotel Induruwa Beach Hotel or Emerald Bay hotel or Similar.
Day 14: Beach. Relax at the beach hotel, Dinner and over night at hotel Induruwa Beach Hotel or Emerald Bay hotel or Similar.
Day 15: Transfer to the airport to connect flight for departure.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Tour starting 1st Day (on a Saturday) from Colombo Hotel at 15:00
- The accommodation in Twin/ Double bed rooms in the hotels mentioned or similar
- Check-in/ Check-out 12:00
- Tour based on Bed & Breakfast Basis (Room + Breakfast for Eleven Nights) and Beach stay will be on Half Board Basis for three nights (Dinner + Breakfast) - Total 14 nights
- Sightseeing and visits as per program without Entrance Fees and jeep Hire Charges to visit reserves
- Air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur will be provided. If there are more than seven clients English an speaking guide escort will be provided extra
- Entrance fees and jeep hire charges to visit reserves as per the Program for all visits to be paid directly by clients will cost around - USD 170 per person.
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