Day 1: Arrival Colombo

On arrive in Sri Lanka, you will be welcome and assisted by a representative and you will be then transferred to your hotel in Galle.Check-in at the hotel.Overnight stay at Galle.

Day 2: Galle

After breakfast commence on a city tour of Galle.
Galle - Sri Lanka’s most historically interesting town is Galle. It was a major port until about 100 years, but today still handles shipping and sailing boats in the natural harbour. Stroll around the lighthouse and harbour or visit the old town where you can see the traditional lace makers and wood carver sand purchase some the finest souvenirs.

The Fort of Galle- The South Coast’s major city is Galle, whose oldest landmark is the massive Portuguese and Dutch fort in which the central city is contained.  But the city may be much older. Some scholars believe it to be the ‘Tarshish’ of the Old testament, to which King Solomon sent his merchant Vessels, and to which Jonah fled from the Lord. Today, the 90 acre Galle Fort who’s no evidence of the Portuguese founders.  Overnight stay at Galle.

Day 3: Galle / Tangalle

After breakfast check-out and transfer to Tangalle.
Check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.Overnight stay at Tangalle

Day 4: Tangalle

Breakfast at Hotel, day leisure at the hotel. Overnight stay at Tangalle

Day 5: Tangalle

Breakfast at Hotel, day leisure at the hotel. Overnight stay at Tangalle

Day 6: Tangalle / Kandy

After breakfast check-out & transfer to Kandy.
En-route visit Ella

Ravana Falls – a nice waterfalls of 1080 feet high close to the road from Ella to Wellawaya about 6 Km south from Ella. The stream, a tributary of Kirindi Oya plunges with a foaming spray over a series of ledges into the valley close to a road bend. The waters rise from Wewatenna highland above the rocks.  In general the rocky underground of the waterfalls in Sri Lanka consists of hard gneiss or granite, but here the material is khondalite, a kind of limestone which undergoes decay faster. Thus there are caves near the falls. King Ravana of Ramayana legend is said to have lived in one of the caves above the waterfalls.
Proceed to Kandy & check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Kandy.

Day 7: Kandy

After breakfast commence a city tour of Kandy.
Kandy – The hill capital is another “World Heritage Sites”. It was the last stronghold of the Sinhalese Kings during the Portuguese, Dutch and British rule and finally lost to the British in 1815 after an agreement. To the Buddhist of Sri Lanka and the World, Kandy is one of the most sacred sites as it is the home of the “Dalada Maligawa” - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. The Bathing Pavilion (Ulpenge) is by the Lake and in the Center of the lake is the Island called “Kiri samudraya” (Milk white ocean) used by the kings as the summer house. Today it is the center of Buddhism, Arts, Crafts, Dancing, Music and Culture. Visitors can see these Dance & Music at the daily Cultural Performances held at several places in the city.

Royal Botanical Gardens - Started in 1374 as a pleasure garden of the Kings of Gampola and Kandy.  There are more than 5,000 species of trees, plants and creepers. Some rare and endemic as well as flora from the tropical world are found in the gardens.  Spice Garden and Orchid House are popular with tourists. There are 5 Palm Avenues beautifying the gardens, the earliest and tallest Palm Avenue (Royal Palm Avenue) was planted in 1905 and the Double Coconuts from the Seashells Island, with the largest seed of all plants in the world are one such avenue.
Evening you could witness a cultural performance by various Sri Lankan dancers and musicians.
Overnight stay at Kandy.

Day 8: Kandy / Dambulla

After breakfast check-out & transfer to Dambulla.
Dambulla Cave Temple (also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla) is a World Heritage Site (1991) in Sri Lanka situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 km east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy. It is the largest and best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented Caves in the surrounding area. These paintings and statues are related to Lord Buddha and his life. There are total of 153 Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan kings and 4 statues of gods and goddesses. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square meters. Depictions on the walls of the caves include the temptation by the demon Mara and Buddha's first sermon.
Sigiriya – is a “UNESCO World Heritage Site” and the 5th Century “Fortress in the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the Palace on the summit of the 600-foot high rock. On its summit are the foundations of the Royal Palace, Water Tanks to supply water and all other buildings and at the edges the guardhouses. On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting survived in the form of Frescoes of 21 life sized damsels still shining in their original colours. The Water Gardens, Fountain Garden, Summerhouses, Boulder Gardens and the Caves within the enclosed area should not be missed. Overnight stay at hotel in Dambulla.

Day 9: Dambulla / Colombo

After breakfast check-out & transfer to Colombo.
En-route visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - Approx 55 miles from Colombo, off the Colombo - Kandy road is Pinnawala, where an orphanage 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 baby elephants born as a result of the captive breeding program. The best time to visit is the feeding time from 0930-1000 hrs and 1330-1400 hrs and the bathing time from 1000-1030 hrs and 1400-1430 hrs when all the elephants are taken to the river close by
Proceed to Colombo & check-in at the hotel.Overnight stay at hotel in Colombo.

Day 10: Departure Colombo

After breakfast check-out from the hotel & commence a city tour of Colombo.

Colombo - is the business and commercial center and the new capital is Sri Jayawardhanapura Kotte, which is only a few miles away. The remains of the buildings during the period and the Portuguese, Dutch and British rule are found in every area of the city. None of the Portuguese & Dutch fortifications are found today but some of their buildings and churches could be seen in the Fort & Pettah areas. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the old smith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area where there is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, the Kaymans Gate with the Belfry at the original gate to enter the Fort, the Dutch Church of Wolfendhaal dating back to 1749, Davatagaha Mosque. Also visit the BMICH (Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall), see the replica of Avukana Buddha and the Independence Square.

Colombo shopping,
Colombo is a shopping paradise for shoppers who always enjoy a good bargain on quality clothes and fashion accessory items. A visit to ODEL Unlimited provides ample opportunity to indulge, not only in shopping for designer wear apparel for the whole family, but also takes taste buds on a voyage of discovery. Also visit Stone ‘N’ String the famous fashion jewelry shop to choose from a vast selection of unique, attractive and affordable innovative fashion jewelry, mostly made of corals and various types of stones. Genuine Gem Stones have been used in designing the jewelry, blending the lush fresheners of nature with the warm sensuality of design. Jade, Coral, Tiger Eye, Hematite, Blue Sapphire, Rubies etc, are contributions from the radiance of nature. Discover yourself at Barefoot the famous shopping point for toys, bags, clothes, handloom fabric, Sarongs, Sarees, household linen, art, photography, books, furniture and Galary Café. House of Fashion, a large four story mall, which has a wide variety of apparel, handbags, luggage and home décor at very reasonable prices. Their lingerie department too is well worth a visit. Soft clingy bits and pieces in vibrant shades of tangerine, violet and turquoise vie for attention with similar items in pale pastels shades mauves, baby pink and pale cream. 

Need to get yourself designer accessories?  You are at the correct place. Many of the malls have the latest creations from Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Long champs and Prada to name just a few. Of cause you have to pay more for the real thing, which is also available at selected stores, but if you don’t mind a look-alike, some excellent options are available.

As all good things must come to an end, proceed to the airport of Colombo for your flight home with blissful memories of a truly amazing holiday in Sri Lanka.(Approximately 40Kms 1Hrs)