11 Days Lost In Sri Lanka

Day – 1 Airport / Anuradhapura

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our Representative. And proceed to the Anuradhapura.
Upon arriving in Anuradhapura check in at the hotel.
In the evening conduct a sightseeing tour in Anuradhapura.
Anuradhapura
A UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the north-central part of the Island was the first capital (5th century BC – 9th century AD), the center of the island’s Buddhist civilization and undoubtedly the grandest city of ancient Sri Lanka. In antiquity and interest, it is equal of any ancient ‘buried city’ in the world. The oldest historically documented tree on earth (over 2,200 years old) – The Sri Maha Bodhi, brought as a sapling of the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment, and the island’s oldest Buddhist shrines – some dating back to the 3rd century BC, impressive white ‘dagabas’ (relic chambers) and monuments embellished with handsome stone carvings or sculpture, pleasure gardens, beautifully executed stone baths and ponds and a superb irrigation system of reservoirs and canals are the main attractions of Anuradhapura. Specific places to visit are – the Brazen Palace (2nd century B.C.), with 1600 significant stone columns are the remains of a magnificent multi-storied residence for monks – an engineering marvel at the time, Ruwanweli Seya (2nd century B.C) the most famous of all the dagoba’s, originally depicted the perfect
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Anuradhapura.
(Transfer Time: 03Hours 40Mins) (170Km)

Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Forest Rock Hotel Or Similar

Day – 2 Anuradhapura / Jaffna

After breakfast proceed to the North part of Sri Lanka en route visit the Jaffna Fort.
Jaffna Fort.
The fort built by the Portuguese in 1619 then rebuilt by the Dutch in the second half of the 18th Century is the second largest fort that remains intact in
Check-in to the hotel in Jaffna.
Evening Walk around the city of Jaffna.
Upon completing the tour, proceed back to the hotel to spend the rest of the day on leisure.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Jaffna.
(Transfer Time: 04Hours) (200Km)

Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Jetwing Jaffna Or Similar

Day – 3 Jaffna

After breakfast proceed to visit the Cathedral church, Nallur Kovil and Tobacco plant area.
Cathedral Church
St. Mary’s Cathedral is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Jaffna located in Gurunagar, a suburb of Jaffna in northern Sri Lanka. The cathedral is also known locally as Periye Kovil.
Nallur Kandaswamy temple
Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil is a significant Hindu temple, located in Nallur, Northern Province, Sri Lanka.
Evening visit the Tobacco Plant area and grape cultivation. (this may vary with the season)
Director Agrarian Services, Northern Province said grapes are a marketable crop in Sri Lanka. Farmers spent an average Rs 81 to produce one kg of grapes which they then sell at Rs 200 per kg. Grapes are grown across 110 acres in the north.
There after check-in to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Jaffna.

Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Jetwing Jaffna Or Similar

Day – 4 Jaffna / Trincomalee

After breakfast proceed to Trincomalee en route visit the Kanthodarai temple and reach to Trincomalee.
Kanthodarai temple
Kandarodai is a small hamlet and archaeological site of Chunnakam town, a suburb in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka. Known as Kadiramalai in the ancient period, the area served as a famous emporium city and capital of Tamil kingdoms in the Jaffna peninsula of North Eastern Ceylon from classical antiquity.
Check-in to the hotel
Evening get ready for know about the Trinco sights by doing a City tour. Visit Trinco Bazaar and Munneshwaram temple.
Evening visit the Fort Fedrick in Trincomalee.
Fort Fredrick
Fort Fredrick, also known as Trincomalee Fort or Fort of Triquillimale, is a fort built by the Portuguese at Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka, completed in 1624 CE, built on Swami Rock-Konamamalai from the debris of the world famous ancient Hindu Koneswaram temple
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Trincomalee.
(Transfer Time: 04Hours) (230Km)
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Chaaya Blue Or Similar

Day – 5 Trincomalee / Habarana

After breakfast proceed to Habarana.
Check-in to the hotel and spend the day leisurely at the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Habarana.
(Transfer Time: 01Hour 40Mins) (85Km)
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Cinnamon Lodge Or Similar

Day – 6 Habarana

After having an early breakfast reach to Sigiriya to make a visit of Rock Fortress.
Sigiriya
Sigiriya This UNESCO World Heritage Site, a spectacular Rock Fortress, is one of Sri Lanka’s major attractions. The most impressive facets of the unique complex are the Water Gardens, the Frescoes of beautiful maidens, the Mirror Wall with ancient graffiti, the Lion platform and the Summit of 1.6 hectares, which was completely covered by buildings during the period of Sigiriya’s glory. Built by King Kashyapa (477-495 A.D), the “Lion Rock” is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200m from the scrub jungle.
And afternoon ,you can do the Village Track in Sigiriya
Afternoon visit the traditional village and get the typical lunch at the village.
Visit the traditional village located in Sigiriya, there are so many activities that can be seen in the village in a traditional way., Such as a Catamaran ride, Cart ride , Traditional cooking demonstration,Yoga Programmes and typical village visit.
Transfer back to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Habarana.

Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Cinnamon Lodge Or Similar

Day – 7 Habarana / Kandy

After having a delightful breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the Kandy and en route visit the Dambulla Cave Temple.
Dambulla Cave Temple
Located in the north-central province this UNESCO World Heritage Site which dates back to the 01st century BC, is an amazing complex of 05 caves, first used as a refuge by an ancient king who on regaining his throne, commissioned magnificent carved images within the living rock, Later kings made further improvements and the caves contain over 150 images of the Buddha of which the largest is a colossal figure spanning 15 meters. Cave inscriptions from the 2nd Century BC are found and on the walls are many paintings most of which belong to the Kandy period (early 19th century).
Spice Garden
The Island had been famous for its spices since medieval times and is considered as one of the main reasons for the Europeans to conquer the Island and for the Arabs to trade upon from the 14th century onwards. The most interesting feature would be the opportunity you’ll get to identify the real plants of spices you are so familiar with in your day-to-day life. A qualified guide will do a conducted tour of the garden and a presentation of its products.
Enjoy a special head and shoulder massage at the spice garden
After reaching Kandy, check-in to hotel and evening visit the Temple of Kandy.
Kandy
A lovely exotic city, the Hill Capital and last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that retains an aura of grandeur, time has not affected. Encircled by hills, with a tranquil lake in its centre, it is the site of the renowned temple that enshrines the Tooth Relic of the Buddha and the Royal Botanical gardens – home to one of the world’s best collections of Orchids. A cultural sanctuary where many legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive, Kandy and its satellite villages are the center of the islands handicraft industry (items of wood, brass & silver) exquisite silver or gold jewellery and precious gems of many varieties including the world’s best blue and star sapphires. The highlight of the city’s calendar is the Esala Perahera when a replica of the casket enclosing the Tooth is taken in procession for ten glittering nights in July/August by exotically costumed dancers, drummers and approximately 100 Elephants.
In the evening, you can be a witness of Cultural Dance show.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Kandy.
(Transfer Time: 02Hours 30Mins) (100Km)
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Grand Kandyan Or Similar

Day – 8 Kandy / Yala

After breakfast visit the gen museum and proceed to the Yala.
Check in to the hotel –Yala
In the evening get the wild experience of Yala National park by 4 x 4 jeeps.
Yala National Park
Yala National Parkis a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. It’s home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species. Inland, Sithulpawwa is an ancient Buddhist monastery. Nearby caves contain centuries-old rock paintings. Southwest, Magul Maha Viharaya also has ancient Buddhist ruins. Both are pilgrimage sites.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Yala.
(Transfer Time: 04Hours)(150Km)
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Cinnamon Wild Or Similar

Day – 9 Yala / Galle

After having breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the Galle.
Check in to the hotel-Galle.
Spend the day leisurely at the hotel -Galle
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Galle.
(Transfer Time: 02Hours 30Mins) (160Km)
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Amari Galle Or Similar

Day – 10 Galle / Colombo

After having breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Colombo.
Check in to the hotel-Colombo.
Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel – Colombo.
(Transfer Time: 02Hours 15Mins) (130Km)
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Cinnamon Lakeside Or Similar

Day – 11 Colmbo / Airport

You need to be at the airport before 03 hrs of the departure flight
Dinner & Overnight stay at.
Hotel:
Departure