Day 1 Kandy
Welcome to Sri Lanka. On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to Kandy. Enroute there is a stop at Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, which was started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded elephants. The number of elephants has increased to more than 65 now; including Baby Elephants brought from various parts, as well as the 23 babies born, as a result of the captive breeding programme. Later we proceed to visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - ever since
4th Century A.D, when the Buddha’s Tooth was brought to Sri Lanka hidden from sacrilegious hands in an Orissan princess’ hair, the Relic has grown in repute and holiness in Sri Lanka and throughout the Buddhist world. It is considered Sri Lanka’s most prized possession. Evening witness the colorful Kandy Cultural Show.

Overnight in Kandy. (D)

Day 2 Kandy
Today morning will proceed to visit Nuwara Eliya (Travel time approx: 02 & 1/2hrs). En route visit Ramboda Anjaneyar Temple, Tea Plantation & Ramboda Falls. Afternoon proceed to Nuwara Eliya & enjoy the scenic beauty of hill country. Nuwara Eliya - The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coolest places in the Island, but it is really just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic and is also good for Birding as you get some rare birds in this Park. Seasons may be absent elsewhere in Sri Lanka, but here you can read them by the flowers, which bloom in the spring (March to May) and the fall (August and September). Later we proceed to visit Seetha Amman Temple / Ashoka Vatika. Back to Kandy.

Overnight in Kandy. (B, D)

Day 3 Bentota
Today’s programme features a drive to Bentota, enroute visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden which is about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is near the Mahaweli River (the longest in Sri Lanka). The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees. Later proceed to Bentota.

Overnight in Bentota. (B, D)

Day 4 Bentota
Today we proceed to visit Galle. It was a major port until about 100 years, but today still handles shipping and sailing boats in the natural harbor. Stroll around the lighthouse and harbor or visit the old town where you can see the traditional lace makers and wood carvers and purchase some the finest souvenirs. Back to Bentota.

Overnight in Bentota. (B, D)

Day 5 Colombo
Today, we take a guided city tour of Colombo, the Sri Lankan capital. Drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha & the Independence Square.

Overnight in Colombo. (B, D)

Day 6 Return Home
Today, we drive you to the airport for the flight back home.  It’s time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back many happy memories of your holiday. Do write and tell us how you enjoyed yourself and give us your suggestions. (B)