Traditional and Cultural Journey | 9 Days

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After landing at Colombo CMB airport and meeting your tour guide, you will proceed to Dambulla city, the hub of the island's cultural triangle, through the breathtaking Sri Lankan countryside. You will make a stop at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage en route. This facility was first established to protect and care for wild elephants who were found wandering about Sri Lanka's forests. When the elephants arrive to take a bath in the local river, it is usually a memorable occasion.
Subsequently, you will relish an amazing cultural village trip while taking in the breathtaking landscape. The trip will begin with a Tuk-Tuk ride to the farmer's house, where you can experience the customary hospitality of the Sri Lankan countryside. You will next have a canoeing boat journey across the lake to photograph Sigiriya's breathtaking surroundings. The experience will culminate with a carriage ride around the verdant rural community.

A NAVY OVERNIGHT STAY AT SIGIRIYA'S NATURE-FRIENDLY RESORT

ACTIVITIES:

Arrival at the Colombo (Katunayake) International Airport in Sri Lanka
Greetings from a representative of quicktravelcabs Airport
Proceed to visit the Millennium Elephant Foundation and Dambulla Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
Enjoy a Cultural Village Tour in the afternoon, which includes a canoeing boat ride, a tuk-tuk ride, and lunch at a farmer's house.

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You could go to Sigiriya Lion Rock in the morning. Sigiriya is an ancient rock stronghold located near Dambulla. erected his palace atop this rock, with colorful frescoes adorning both sides. UNESCO has designated Sigiriya as a World Heritage Site. It is one of the best-preserved archeological sites from ancient civilization. Indeed, you have to climb a series of narrow staircases to reach the summit of Sigiriya. Along the walk, you'll come across a number of amazing paintings and two enormous lion paws carved out of the bedrock.

As the greatest time to photograph wild animals in their natural habitat is in the evening, you might be taken on an evening safari to Minneriya/Kaudulla National Park in the afternoon. The best spot to go if you're ready for a real jungle scramble is Minneriya/Kaudulla! However, herds of deer, bulls, wild boars, and other colorful species call it home. Watching newborn elephants play in the water near Minneriya Lake is always an amazing experience. If you'd like, you can receive an Ayurvedic herbal massage in the evening before heading back to your comfortable hotel. It is claimed that an ayurvedic head massage helps to promote calm and clarity by easing mental tension and fatigue.

OVERNIGHT STAY AT SIGIRIYA'S NATURE-FRIENDLY RESORT

ACTIVITIES:

Visit the renowned Sigiriya Rock Fortress (a UNESCO Listed World Heritage Site) after breakfast.
Savor a 4x4 jeep safari in the afternoon at Minneriya National Park.
Savor your herbal Ayurvedic massage.
Return to the hotel and unwind by the Encircling the natural world

You have the option to see the Royal Cave Temple (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Golden Buddha Statue in the morning. Dambulla is home to Sri Lanka's largest and best-preserved cave temple complex. Numerous monarchs have held it in high regard from the first century B.C. Some of the most remarkable and significant historical artwork can be seen in five cave temples carved out of the rock that rise 160 meters above the surrounding plains. If you could climb the cliff and enjoy the breathtaking view, that would be an amazing experience.

You could then go to the Matale Spice Garden. Proceed to Kandy, the capital of the final Sinhalese kingdom, after that. Situated between biodiverse rainforests and tea plantations, the plateau is encircled by mountains.

The oldest formal garden in Sri Lanka, the Royal Botanical Garden, draws millions of visitors and residents each year. There are 4,000 distinct plant species in the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Among the gardens' greatest attractions are the amazing orchid collection, the regal palm trees, and the extraordinary variety of foliage from Asia, Sri Lanka, and other countries.

Known for its sacred Buddhist temples including the Temple of the Tooth Relic (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kandy is a well-known historic site. In the afternoon, before seeing a cultural dance performance that takes its cues from Sri Lankan arts, traditional dance, and cultural history, you can stroll around Kandy's bustling city center and the lake.

COZY MOUNT VIEW HOTEL AT KANDY: OVERNIGHT STAY

ACTIONS:

UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site: Royal Cave Temple
See the Temple of the Tooth Relic at the Royal Botanical Garden (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE)
Part of the package includes a visit to the Matale Spice Garden.
Included in the Package: Kandy City tour (local markets/viewpoint)
Cultural dance performance

Previously a well-kept secret, Bentota is a charming sandy beach. However, more eateries and bars are starting to open for business. This stunning location is defined by white sand beaches and coconut palms that seem to be springing straight from the seaside, resembling a picture-perfect tropical beach postcard.

In the afternoon, you will participate in a boat safari on the Madu River, offering several exclusive experiences, such as a visit to Cinnamon Island and fish therapy in the Madu River.

After that, you'll visit a turtle hatchery center before continuing on to your wonderful beach resort. Here, local and international volunteers are trying to protect sea turtles, an endangered species. After conducting a thorough investigation of the region with a large-scale Sea Turtle Conservation Project, the Wildlife Protection Society identified this popular tourist attraction.

OVERNIGHT STAY: BENTOTA BEACH RESORT

ACTIVITIES:

Enjoyment and repose on the shore
A boat excursion on the Madu River is included in the package.
Savor fish foot therapy, which is part of the package.
Visit to the Turtle Hatchery - Part of the Package Visit to the Gem Museum,

You will take in a breathtaking train ride from Nanu-Oya station to Ella village in the morning. One of the world's most picturesque hill country train trips is this one. Starting in Nanu Oya, your journey will take you through verdant tea gardens, several tunnels, farming areas, towns, different kinds of forests, and more before arriving in Ella.

Ella is the most beloved hill country village because of its wonderful, environmentally friendly setting. The Nine Arch Bridge, a well-liked tourist destination in Ella, was built completely without the use of any steel—just solid rocks, bricks, and cement. Ella is a great place to go climbing and trekking; the most popular route is up "Little Adam's Peak." At night, you may hang out in the village center, which is home to several eateries, bars, and entertainment venues. Anyone traveling to Sri Lanka should make time to see Ella, which is a breathtaking area.

Leave Ella in the afternoon and head toward Yala.

OVERNIGHT STAY: THISSAMAHARAMA'S Cozy Mount View Hotel

ACTIVITIES

After breakfast, take the included train ride from Nanu-Oya to Ella.
Investigate Ella Village
Check out the Nine Arch Bridge—Part of the Package
The package includes walking to the summit of Mini Adam's Peak.
See the Ravana waterfall on the way to Yala.

Enjoy a wildlife game drive early in the morning when the weather is still chilly and breezy. Yala is divided into two parks since it is difficult to cross the river and reach the other side. Yala National Park is divided into two parts. The Park's diverse diversity of animals encompasses a multitude of habitats and includes sloth bears, leopards, and an amazing array of vibrant birds. Take a 4x4 Jeep excursion to look for wild baby elephants drinking water, leopards hanging from trees, and crocodiles patrolling the river.

You will go to Mirissa/Weligama in the morning after breakfast, stopping along the way to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Indian Ocean. You have made it to the renowned seaside of Sri Lanka after an amazing journey over mountains and waterfalls. Weligama is a beautiful sandy beach that was once a well-kept secret, but more eateries and bars are starting to welcome visitors. An idyllic tropical beach with white sand beaches and coconut trees growing straight up to the water's edge is what one imagines. After checking into your hotel, you may grab a towel and head to the beach to unwind under a beach umbrella with a refreshing beer or beverage.

OVERNIGHT STAY: MIRISSA BEACH RESORT

ACTIVITIES:

Jeep safari in the early morning in Yala National Park
Proceed in the direction of Mirissa after breakfast.
A natural blowhole in Hummanaya
Hotel check-in and beach relaxation
Savor the optional water sports activities, such as jet skiing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, and fishing.

Travel to Badulla by train in the morning, departing from Nanu-Oya station in style. It's regarded as one of the world's most gorgeous hill country train trips.

Ella is the most beloved hill country village because of its wonderful, environmentally friendly setting. The Nine Arch Bridge, a well-liked tourist destination in Ella, was built completely without the use of any steel—just solid rocks, bricks, and cement. Ella is a great place to go climbing and trekking; the most popular route is up "Little Adam's Peak." At night, you may hang out in the village center, which is home to several eateries, bars, and entertainment venues. Anyone traveling to Sri Lanka should make time to see Ella, which is a gorgeous area.
Next, go towards Yala National Park, which is the largest and most diverse national park located in the southeast region of Sri Lanka.

OVERNIGHT STAY: THIS SAMAHARAMA'S COZY SAFARI TRANSIT RESORT

ACTIVITIES:

After breakfast, take the included train ride from Nanu-Oya to Ella.
Investigate Ella Village
Check out the Nine Arch Bridge—Part of the Package
The package includes walking to the summit of Mini Adam's Peak.
See the Ravana waterfall on the way to Yala.

Return early in the morning to the breathtaking golden sand beach and board the boat for an incredible sea adventure in search of blue whales and dolphins. One of the greatest places on Earth to witness the largest animal is Mirissa. Observing whales is a Season activity, please notice.

Your tour guide will next take you by car to Galle, a southwest coastal city famous for its fort. It is the location where a tropical setting blends with traditional British and Dutch buildings to create an incredibly beautiful ambiance. Proudly perched on the southeast corner of the fort is the historic Galle Lighthouse. You'll spend the afternoon visiting a turtle hatching center, where damaged adults receive rehabilitation and are eventually released back into the wild, and where newborn turtles receive their first swimming instruction.Due to their endangered status, sea turtles are being fought for by both domestic and foreign volunteers.

OVERNIGHT STAY: BENTOTA BEACH RESORT

ACTIVITIES:

Proceed in the direction of Galle after breakfast.
Take a whale-watching boat ride in the early morning (seasonal activity)
While traveling to Galle, apprehend the Stilt fisherman.
See a well-known Galle Fort and other surrounding attractions; included in the package
See a Turtle Hatchery Center: This excursion is part of the package.
Enjoy a boat ride on the Madu River in the evening and fish foot treatment.

Following breakfast, you will have an amazing trip to Galle (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE), a city renowned for its Fort. Situated along the southwest coast, it is the meeting place of traditional British and Dutch architecture with a tropical setting, resulting in an incredibly beautiful atmosphere.

After that, you'll go to a turtle hatchery center where volunteers from all over the world, including local communities, are working to protect sea turtles, a species that is endangered. After conducting a thorough investigation of the region with a large-scale Sea Turtle Conservation Project, the Wildlife Protection Society identified this popular tourist attraction.

You'll go to the fascinating historical city of Colombo, which dates back to the fifteenth century, after midday. This port city had a significant role in the East-West sea trade even in ancient times. It has evolved into a vibrant, contemporary town with a distinct personality these days. Both locals and visitors are drawn in large numbers by the vibrant streets, dining options, and contemporary shopping centers. You can explore the city's most notable locations while in Colombo and indulge in some last-minute shopping. Maybe you want to stop by a well-known restaurant with a global reputation in Colombo to round off your vacation with a memorable dinner. We will then drop you off at the airport so you can catch your next journey.

ACTIVITIES:

Visit Matara to see and photograph the most well-known stilt fishermen in Sri Lanka.
See the renowned Galle Fort and other well-known locations nearby.
See a Turtle Hatchery Center: This excursion is part of the package.
The package includes a shopping excursion and the city of Colombo.
Go to Colombo Port City.
Hindu Temple and Red Mosque in Colombo
Highlights of Colombo include Gangarama Independent Square, Galle Face Green, and others.
Drop-off at the airport