Explore Sri Lankan Delights

Well known for its natural beauty, Sri Lanka is a gorgeous island country situated in the Indian Ocean. Its charisma and nature�s bounty enchants the visitors while its palm fringed beaches and cool hilly regions are well capable of tranquilizing one�s soul. A five days tour is designed meticulously to add most of the highlights of the region which sprawls from its tropical forests, significant Buddhist relics, religious monuments, golden sandy beaches and glitzy shopping promenades. So get going and pick Sri Lanka this holiday season for a taste of fresh air, rejuvenating sunbathing and to experience a pastiche of culture and colors unique to the country.

Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Colombo
Arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo and then proceed towards your hotel in the city. O/N in the hotel.

Day 2: Colombo
Begin sightseeing tour in Colombo and visit a Buddhist Temple, a Hindu Temple, Pettah, Fort, Galle Face Green, and Independence Square. Go shopping in malls such as House of Fashion, Odel, Arena, etc. Evening at leisure.

Day 3: Colombo- Pinnawela- Kandy- Colombo
Day excursion to Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawela. In Kandy visit the temple of the tooth relic, lake, upper lake, Kandy Market area, university area & botanical gardens in Peradeniya. Also visit a spice garden. Overnight stay in hotel in Colombo.

Day 4: Colombo
Day at leisure in Colombo & overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 5: Colombo- Departure
Transfer to airport for onward flight.

Tour Highlights:

Visit Peetah a famous place with open air bazaars and markets selling beauteous handicrafts
A leisurely stroll on Galle Face Green for a rejuvenating walk by the sea
Enjoy shopping escapade in the flamboyant shopping malls such as House of Fashion, Odel, Arena etc
One can go for clubbing or hit some discotheque for a fabulous night life
Optional Excursion to Elephant Orphanage

Day 1: Arrival at Colombo

Upon your arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet our representative awaiting just outside the arrival hall, past the customs area & currency shops. Later you will be driven to a hotel in Colombo for overnight stay. In the hotel our representative will brief you about tour starting the day after.

The capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo is the major port city which will paint an everlasting imprint on your minds with its colors, cultures, bustling marketplaces and narrow strip of beachfront. While in the city one cannot skip being impressed with its colonial heritage, array of fine dining options, unlimited shopping arcades and other recreation opportunities. For the first day just lay back in your room and rejuvenate yourself after your journey for the real action and fun which begins on the next day.

Day 2: Colombo

Sightseeing tour in Colombo starts today. You will be taken around numerous historic, religious and cultural sites for a complete picture of the region. Begin the journey on a pious not and visit a beautiful Buddhist and Hindu Temple first. Next on the city tour you will be visiting Pettah; a neighborhood famous for its beautiful open bazaars and markets is ideal for going for souvenir hunting. Also explore the imposing Fort and Galle Face Green, a walk on this promenade by the seafront will be a very rejuvenating experience. Final visit will be to Independence Square, a national monument it was built to commemorate the independence of Sri Lanka from British rule. Stuff your bags with trinkets from the shopping malls of Sri Lanka, such as House of Fashion, Odel, Arena, etc. Evening will be at leisure you can go clubbing or choose to shake a leg in discotheque for a memorable night.

Day 3: Colombo- Pinnawela- Kandy- Colombo

In the morning post breakfast you will be escorted to Pinnawela for an escorted tour of the Elephant Orphanage. An orphanage and breeding ground for wild elephants it was established in 1975 on a 25 acre of coconut plantation. In the year 2008, it was inhabited by 84 elephants; one can observe the bathing elephants from a distance as the giant animal play and bathe in the rivulet. Later in Kandy visit a spice garden today to see different spices and to know how some of these spices are grown and processed.

In Kandy visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic; Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple which is known for its age old belief that whoever holds the relic of the tooth of Buddha holds the governance of the country. Next you will be directed to the shores of the picturesque lake in Kandy; also take a stroll around Kandy Market area and bag some souvenirs. Visit the university area & the botanical gardens in Peradeniya to complete your Kandy tour. After an eventful day you will be directed back to Colombo where night life lovers can explore the city�s night life options.

Day 4: Colombo

Enjoy an entire day at leisure. You can choose to indulge in some recreation activities offered by your hotel or else stroll around for some last minute shopping and sightseeing.

Day 5: Colombo- Departure

After breakfast our representative will pick you from the hotel to get transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport. At the airport our representative will make all your arrangements in advance to ensure you have a comfortable journey back home.

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Standard Hotels

Deluxe Hotels

Luxury Hotels

Colombo

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Kandy

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Pinnawela

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* Subject to availability, else similar category hotel will be arranged.

(*All Prices In INR)

Visa Details

Sri Lanka

Visa Required for Indians � Yes

Visa on Arrival Policy � Yes

Document Requirements

Passenger should be holding valid passport
Confirmed return air ticket
Stay confirmation
Sufficient foreign exchange.

Notes

Unexpired validity of the Travel Document should cover beyond a period of two months, the period of the applicants intended stay in Sri Lanka.
For nationals of most countries, visas are issued on arrival for 30 days. Extension of tourist visas is handled by the Department of Immigration and Emigration (Tel: 597511).
All the countries in the SAARC region are exempt from visa.
Multiple entry visa - Valid for three months - With the prior permission of the Controller of Immigration and Emigration. Which can be extended upon arrival when deemed necessary.

Processing Time

ON ARRIVAL

High Commission for the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
27, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
New Delhi - 110021
Tel : 9111-23010201
Fax : 9111-23793604
Email : lankacom@del2.vsnl.net.in

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