Amazing Sri Lanka Sojourn Tour

Overview

Buddhist monasteries, ancient temples, lush forests, Ramayana trails and many noteworthy things are in Srilanka

Itinerary - 11 Nights 12 Days

Day 1 : AIRPORT - PINNAWALA - SIGIRIYA

Upon your arrival at the Srilanka airport, our executive will be there to welcome you. After this, drive to pinnawal, the largest elephant orphanage in the world. There are lots of elephant brought up here, and the visitors are allowed to feed them, bath them, and spend time with them. After having lots of fun in here, heed to the 5th century rock citadel of King Kasyapa and World Heritage Site - Sigiriya. This place is full of archaic monuments, forts, and fortitudes. This place will give you a through insight of early Srilankan lifestyle. Finally return to your hotel and take rest.

Day 2 : SIGIRIYA - DAMBULLA

Soon after your breakfast start your trip towards Dambulla. This place holds a special place in the hearts of the visitors. Dambulla Rock temple here is one of its kinds; here you can see lots of paintings, frescos and cave paintings. The Buddha statue here is embellished with gold and is considered to be more powerful.

Day 3 : TRINCOMALEE - NILAVELI - TRINCOMALEE

On this day you will be exploring the amazing Tricomalee. This city is a commercial hub of Srilanka and has many fascinating things to see and do. First give a visit to natural deep water port, followed by the granite fort built by the Portuguese. Then move to the enthralling blue sea, where you can go for scuba diving, snorkeling or fishing. After this, have the lunch and move to the Koneshwara, temple, one of the most famous temples in Srilanka. Then heed to Badrakali amman, temple. Finally give a visit to marine sanctuary at Pigeon Island. Here you can see lots of rock pigeons, and coral reefs. Once you finishing exploring all these things return back to your hotel. Nilaveli is a real paradise in this earth; the vast ocean has every fun in this world. If you are a sea lover then this place will satiate your thirst for ocean. You can surf, go scuba diving, and see dolphins and whales at a hands length. And do lot more amazing things. Spend as much time you want in the land of paradise. After this, return back to your hotel.

Day 4 : TRINCOMALEE - PASSIKUDAH

After having breakfast, start for Passikudah. This noteworthy off shores reef will take your breath away. It is a perfect place for sea bathing, water sports and lot more. The shallow waters here are at a warm temperature so you can lay here for a long time and enjoy the environment. The palm lined shores will rejuvenate each and every cell of your body. Overnight Stay at Anilana Pasikuda.

Day 5 : PASSIKUDAH - ARUGAM BAY - YALA

Casting a subtle spell on all sea-lovers, Arugam Bay - the surfer's delight - boasts of white sandy beaches stretching into miles with milky waves caressing the shoreline. Leave your footprints along the immaculate beach and if it is surfing, jet skiing, body boarding, barefoot skiing or anything else to do with water, just watch how the ''surfer's retreat'' has tuned its pitch into perfection under the sun! Transfer from Arugam Bay to Yala and relax at the hotel room.

Day 6 : YALA

Yala is the most visited national parks in the world. The rough journey through the jungles of Yala, on the jeep can be both exciting and thrilling. You may see lions, rhinos, deer, elephants, tigers and leopards beside or near you. This national park also has the wide varieties of birds and bats. After a daring adventure in this park, return back to your hotel.

Day 7 : YALA - BENTOTA

On this day you will be taken to Bentota, there take rest for the remaining hours.

Day 8 : BENTOTA

Bentota is yet another sought after destination in Srilanka, the vast golden stretch of shore are the best place for relaxing and forgetting all your day to day worries. After spending ample time here, return back to your hotel.

Day 9 : BENTOTA - COLOMBO

Colombo is the perfect spot for shopping and to hangout. Once you step in there, you will be amazed to see all the enchanting buildings, fancy stores, antique shops, boutiques, classic paintings, orchestra, souvenir shops, and lot more. You can get lots of things without spending much of your bucks. You can also take a look at Gangarama temple, then exhibition at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), and opera at Nelum Pokuna. Return back to your hotel.

Day 10 : COLOMBO - KITULGALA - COLOMBO

Kitulgala is an enchanting place in Srilanka; the Bridge on the river Kwai, here is the wettest place in Srilanka and attracts lot of tourist. This place has lot more fascinating things, water falls, verdant jungles, giant trees, upstream, and many haunted places. Spend as much time you want in here and return back to the hotel.

Day 11 : COLOMBO - NEGOMBO

Negombo is also known for its fine beaches. From here the best lobsters and prawns are being fished. By night the sea town will turn to be a vibrant city, with discos and pubs all the way around. Stay for this night at Jetwing beach.

Day 12 : NEGOMBO - AIRPORT

After your breakfast, our executive will take you to the airport depending on your flight schedule.


FAQ for Temple Tour of Down south India

What if I want to make changes in the tour plans suggested by you?

South Tourism specializes in offering tailor made tour packages. The tour plans suggested can be customized based on your interests and requirements. Our tour planners well versed in crafting tour packages will assist you for the same. In case of any changes in the fixed tour plans to be made kindly reach us at [email protected]

Do the drivers in South Tourism speak English?

Most of the drivers in South Tourism have been with us for more than a decade. They speak English and many of them are able to manage communications in Hindi also. We call our drivers as “Captains” and they do give their best. Our captains are experts in the routes they are assigned and they can give you value added information whenever required.

What if the condition of the vehicle is not satisfactory?

No such cases with our clients has been reported so far all these years. We at South Tourism have our own large fleet of vehicles ranging from Sedans to Coaches and Large Coaches. None of the vehicles in the fleet is more than three years old. All the vehicles are well maintained and air conditioned following the norms enforced by the Government from time to time. Every client of South Tourism is assured of a hassle free travel throughout their tour with us.

How do you handle amendments in hotel bookings?

Generally, while booking a tour with us, every client can choose the hotel from the list of options displayed. Based on your choice, the hotel bookings will be done. Any amendments in that can be clarified with the tour planner directly after the bookings are made.

Whom should I contact for any issues to be fixed during my tour?

Our expert team of customer care division in every region of South Tourism will be the ideal persons to fix the issues during your tour with us. Whenever required, the customer care executive will escalate the issue to the other expert in the team to get it fixed at the earliest possibility.

How do Twin Sharing and Double Sharing in Hotels differ?

Twin Sharing is two single beds in a room. Whereas, Double Sharing is either a King Sized or Queen Sized bed which can accommodate two adults. Based on your requirements, either of them can be availed.