Sri Lanka Special Adventure and Honeymoon - Overland Trip

2 weeks: Colombo – Waikkal to Bentota - Colombo Airport (IMT-HSR8S)

Intro

Sri Lanka is an island of amazing diversity and enormous natural beauty. With primeval jungles that are home to wild elephant and leopard, miles of golden sandy beaches lined with swaying palms, ancient ruins and local markets laden with exotic fruits and scented spices, a trip to Sri Lanka is a wonderfully romantic and culturally captivating experience.

Transfers

Arrival and departure transfer.

Fully Escorted

By English-speaking driver/ guide.

Transport

Air-conditioned deluxe vehicle and one day train.

Activities

Jeep safari in Uda Walawe National Park, extensive walking at sites.

Accommodation

12 nights boutique hotels and/or eco-lodges.

For further details please see the Trip Dossier.

Meals

As per itinerary.

B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner.

Entrance Fees

Included on tours listed as part of the itinerary.

Beach Extension

We would be happy to extend your stay at Taru Villas in Bentota if you wish to spend longer on the beach.

Alternatively we are also able to arrange for a beach extension at a resort in the Maldives. If you would like further details, please discuss this with your booking agent.

Itineraries

Day 1,COLOMBO – WAIKKAL

Arrival day. Transfer by private vehicle and boat to your overnight accommodation at Ranweli Holiday Village. (D)

Day 2,WAIKKAL

A full day to relax and enjoy the beach. (BD)

Day 3,WAIKKAL – ANURADHAPURA

Today you head to the ancient capital of Anuradhapura visiting the Avukana standing Buddha on the way. Overnight at the Palm Garden Village Hotel. (BD)

Day 4,ANURADHAPURA – SIGIRIYA

Drive to Sigiriya with the chance to walk amongst the fossilised forest at Namal Uyana and see the famous pink quartz mountain before arriving at Dambulla Cave Temple, considered the largest painted cave in the world. Evening elephant ride through dry zone jungle. Overnight at the Sigriya Village Hotel. (BD)

Day 5,SIGIRIYA – GIRITALE

After breakfast climb the Rock Fortress of Sigiriya. Afterwards you will head for Polonnaruwa - the medieval capital of Sri Lanka with its immense Buddhas carved from rock. Continue on to Giritale and the tranquil Deer Park Hotel. (BD)

Day 6,GIRITALE – KANDY

Drive through the beautiful Knuckles Mountain Range toward Kandy, located in the heart of the island. En route enjoy a guided tour of a spice garden and a batik factory. Your hotel in Kandy is the beautifully situated Mahaweli Reach Hotel on the Banks of Sri Lanka's longest River, the Mahaweli. (BD)

Day 7,KANDY

Morning city tour of UNESCO World Heritage listed Kandy with the opportunity to visit a gem museum. In the evening watch a performance of traditional Kandyan dancers and drummers including devotional fire walking, then visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha. (BD)

Day 8,KANDY - ELLA

Travel by train through breathtaking scenery covered in tea plantations, cascading waterfalls and endless greenery. You will be met and transferred to the Country Comfort Hotel. (BD)

Day 9,ELLA – UDA WALAWE - KALAWANA

In the morning visit a tea plantation and factory of the renowned Ceylon Tea. Continue on via the Uda Walawe National Park to search for wild elephants by jeep with your own private tracker. You will also visit the elephant transit camp. Overnight at the unique Boulder Garden eco-hotel. (BD)

Day 10,KALAWANA

A full free day to enjoy the exotic location of the Boulder Garden, and the surrounding countryside. (BD)

Day 11,KALAWANA – BENTOTA

En route to the luxury beachside resort of Taru Villas you have the opportunity to make many interesting stops such as Wevurukannala Temple, Veherahena – an underground temple complex, the UNESCO World Heritage listed Galle Dutch Fortress, the amazing stilt fishermen and a turtle hatchery. Overnight at Taru Villas, Bentota. (B)

Day 12,BENTOTA

A full free day for you to relax on the beach. (B)

Day 13,BENTOTA - COLOMBO AIRPORT

Transfer to airport for departure or extend your stay at the Taru Villas. (B)

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Last updated: 22nd October 2009