09 Nigts and 10 Days Sri lanka Buddhist TOUR

Day 02- 13th Dec 2019.

Breakfast at the hotel
Visit Anuradhapura - Anuradhapura is the first capital of Sri Lanka in 380 BC. Visits the Sacred Sri Maha Bo tree in Anuradhapura which is over 2200 years old, the remains of the Brazen palace (2nd century BC) the Kuttam pokuna (Twin Ponds) the Ruwanvali Stupa, the
Thuparama Dagoba (enshrines the Buddha’s collarbone relic) the Samadhi Buddha Statue, The Abayagiri and Jethawana Dagoba and
Moon Stones and many other sacred Buddhist sites.
Overnight accommodation at Anuradhapura

Day 03- 4th Dec 2019. (Approximately 70 KM 1 ½ Hours Drive)

After the breakfast proceed to Dambulla
Check in to your hotel.
Evening Visit Sigiriya Rock
SIGIRIYA ROCK is a fascinating hideout fortress built in the 5th century AD by Prince Kassype while he was hiding from his half-brother, Mugalan. A visit to this site will explain why it was an excellent hideout and the majestic layout and design will fascinate any visitor. Sri Lankans’ like to think of Sigiriya as the World’s 8th Wonder. And Dambulla Rock Cave Temple.
Dambulla Cave Temple
Also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site (1991) in Sri Lanka, Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains.There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life
Overnight accommodation at Dambulla

Day 04 -15th Dec 2019.

After the breakfast
We will comfortably schedule a tour to the historical 2nd capital of Sri Lanka Polonnaruwa, which thrived during the 11th -13th centuries AD. The royal place, Gal Vihare (three splendid statues of the Buddha carved out of a rock, Lotus Bath and the Museum Quadrangle (included several historical buildings and temples) are sure to be fascinating visits and will offer Pilgrims a complete story of the ancient lay of the land and Buddhism in Sri Lanka (Approximately 70 KM 1 ½ Hours Drive)
Return back to the hotel in Dambulla
You can do Village tour gives you a chance to experience traditional Sri Lankan village life with all its authenticity. You will enjoy the sightseeing of paddy fields, bullock cart ride, Traditional catamaran ride in a lake, visit to Chena cultivation, traditional cooking demonstration in a rural village house and authentic Sri Lankan lunch.
Overnight accommodation in Dambulla

Day 05- 16th Dec 2019. (Approximately 80 KM 2 ½ Hours Drive)

After the breakfast proceed to Kandy
En route visit Mathale Alu vihare - The history of Aluvihare Rock Temple is traced back to the 3rd Century B.C to the reign of King Devanampiyatissa. It is believed that the King built the dagoba, planted the Bo sapling and founded the temple after the introduction of Buddhism to the country during his reign.
En route to Kandy we will stop at the Matale Spice Gardens. This is excellent places to understand the ancient ways of preparing traditional Ayurvedic medicines and also to stock up on your Sri Lankan Spices.
On arrival check in to your hotel
Evening we will travel to explore the city of Kandy Tour. Kandy is the last bastion of Buddhist political power against colonial forces, the home of the Temple of the Buddha’s Tooth Relic, and the site of the island’s most impressive annual festival, Kandy Esala Perahera. Kandy is also the capital of the highlands of Sri Lanka. will visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic or Dalada Maligawa followed by a Traditional
Cultural Dance Show.
Overnight accommodation in Kandy

Day 06- 17th Dec 2019. (Approximately 100 KM 2 1/2 Hours Drive

After the breakfast
We will comfortably schedule a tour to Mahiyanganaya
Visit Mahiyanganaya Rajamaha Viharaya
Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple in Mahiyangana, Sri Lanka. It is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha's first visit to the country, and is one of the Solosmasthana, the 16 sacred religious locations in Sri Lanka. Currently this temple has been declared as one of archaeological site in Sri Lanka.
Retune back to Kandy
Overnight accommodation in Kandy

Day 07- 18th Dec 2019. (Approximately 90 KM 3 ½ Hours Drive)

After breakfast proceed to Hatton
Proceed to Hatton
On arrival check into your hotel and rest for the evening. Leisurely, you will check in at a roadside guest house close to the base of the peak rest a bit and get early sleep.
Proceed to the base of Sri Pada (Adams Peak) where you will start your climb towards the early morning (approx 01 AM). You will be climbing during the early morning to reach the summit in time to witness the breathtaking first rays of light that will hit the island from the east coast at the break of day. (Season will be December to May). Sri Pada is a 2,243 m (7,359 ft) tall conical mountain located in central Sri Lanka. It is well known for the Sri Pada, "sacred footprint", a 1.8 m (5 ft 11 in) rock formation near the summit, which in Buddhist tradition is held to be the footprint of the Buddha.

Day 08- 19th Dec 2019. (Approximately 40 KM 2 Hours Drive)

Leisurely climb down. We expect you to reach the hotel by 11.30 am.
Leisurely proceed to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya, because of its invigorating mountain climate and scenery, is Sri Lanka's most popular hill resort. Nuwara Eliya is the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country producing a significant share of the world renowned Ceylon tea. Sri Lanka’s highest mountain Pidurutalagala (8282 feet) is located here. Nuwara-Eliya also has one of the finest 18 hole golf courses in South Asia.On arrival check in to your hotel and enjoy of this quaint old hill country
Overnight accommodation in Nuwara Eliya

Day 10- 21st Dec 2019. (Approximately 40 KM 1 Hours Drive)

After the breakfast proceeds Colombo International Airport for departure transfer.
Airport authorities recommend passengers to check-in at the airport counters 3 hour prior to departure
If time permit you can do a sightseeing of the Colombo city
And also enjoy a rewarding Colombo Shopping Tour and stop up on some bargain souvenirs to take home.
Your tour of Sri Lanka end here. Have a nice flight and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

……………END OF TOUR IN SRI LANKA…………

PRICE INCLUDES

09 nights’ accommodation on BB – As mentioned above (Breakfast)
Transfers in an excellent Air Conditioned car accompanied with a fluent English Speaking Chauffer Guide.
Complementary bottle of water (500ml) per person per day throughout the tour.
All local and government Taxes for services mentioned.

PRICE EXCLUDES

Transportation, entrance & other Charges for optional visits & activities.
Arrival day breakfast and departure day lunch and dinner not included
Tips for Hotel & Guide / Driver.
Flights to and from Colombo
All Entrance Ticket charges.
Sri Lanka visa fees
Travel insurance
All personal expenses such as laundry, drinks not mentioned on itinerary, faxes, telephone calls, Mini bar expenses, etc.

Please Note:

Hotel Stipulates checkout is before 12.00hrs noon time. Late checkout between 12.00- 18.00 requires half of the room rate. Any checkout after 18.00 will cost one extra night room rate.
Quotation and itinerary will be change depending on your Flight arrival/ Departure timings
Hotel availability subject to change.

Entrance ticket Charges
1. Dambulla Rock Cave Temple - per adult USD 10/-
2. Sigiriya Rock - per adult USD 30/-
3. Village Tour with Lunch - per adult USD 15/-
4. Temple of tooth- per adult USD 10/-
5. Sri Pada (Adam’s peak) Site guide fee – USD 20/- for 02 adults.

Please note that entrance ticket charges are not included with the above rate.