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Quick Escape to Sri Lanka
Kandy | Colombo
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The exotic beaches and unlimited water sports in Sri Lanka attracts most adventure lovers to its shores, but other than this the country has much more to offer to its visitors. The magnificent landscape, Sri Lanka features gorgeous lagoons, ecologically blessed numerous kinds of forests, beauteous gorges, waterfalls, imposing mountains and more. A nature lover’s paradise the country is marked by heavenly beauty and natural splendor. Even history lovers have something to feast their eyes upon; the country’s long history of colonial rule has left it with inspiring heritage. Grand festivals and effervescent culture further adds color to the island of Sri Lanka making it a global holidaying destination.
Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Kandy
Arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to hotel in Kandy. Rest of the day free at leisure.
Day 2: Kandy- En-route Elephant Orphanage –Colombo
In Kandy visit the temple of the tooth relic, lake, upper lake, Kandy Market area, university area & botanical gardens in Peradeniya. Thereafter drive to Colombo. En-route visit Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawela. Also visit a spice garden. Overnight stay in hotel in Colombo.
Day 3: 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 4: Colombo- Departure
Transfer to airport for onward flight.
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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
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| | | Day 1: Arrive at Kandy |  | 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 Kandy for overnight stay. In the hotel our representative will brief you about tour starting the day after.
The gorgeous city has a lot to offer-historic heritage, forested hills, cultural exuberance and the urban glitz. The town and the surrounding countryside offers many pleasant walks and further the beauteous lake of Kandy is bustling with old shops selling antiques and gemstones etc. The day in the quaint, lush and antique city will be left free for you as you succumb to the comforts of your hotel room for a rejuvenating sleep.
| | | | Day 2: Kandy- En-route Elephant Orphanage –Colombo | | Morning today will bring a sightseeing tour of Kandy. Begin the tour with a visit to 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.
Afterwards you will be driven to Colombo. En-route make a visit to the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawela. 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.
Visit a spice garden today to see different spices and to know how some of these spices are grown and processed. Arrive in Colombo by evening and the rest of the day will be free for leisure activities. | | | | Day 3: 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 4: 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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Note:- Above rates are not valid during long weekends, festive dates. Rates are per person basis.  |
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Visa Details
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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
Note: Information provided above is subject to change. While we have made best efforts to ensure accuracy of data, Travelmasti is not liable for any inconvenience caused as a result of incorrect / inaccurate information displayed.
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